Designing Catholic Liturgies that Resonate with Young Congregants While Maintaining Theological Integrity Class note by Ogundipe O Lawrence,SDV Introduction In an age marked by rapid technological advancement, shifting cultural landscapes, and increasing secularization, the Catholic Church faces the vital challenge of ensuring that her liturgies remain spiritually nourishing and theologically sound while engaging young people meaningfully. The youth, often seeking authenticity, community, and transcendence, can find a deep and transformative home in the liturgy—the “summit toward which the activity of the Church is directed” and the “fount from which all her power flows” (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 10). However, to truly draw them in, the liturgy must resonate with their hearts and lives without compromising the sacredness and doctrinal depth of Catholic worship. This article will explore ways to design liturgies that are meaningful and engaging for young congregants while remaining faith...
Yoruba Environmental Ethics: A Holistic Approach to Sustainability Edited by Fr Lawrence Ogundipe, SDV Introduction The Yoruba people of West, descendants of Oduduwa, are one of the largest ethnic groups in West Africa. They are located in states such as Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Ekiti, Kwara in the Southwest region of Nigeria. They also contribute sizeable proportion of Kogi and Edo states, and they make up around 21% of Nigeria’s population. The majority of the Yoruba speak the Yoruba language. Names and terminologies are fundamental for people, with Yoruba people inclusive. The terms Agbeegbe, Ayika in Yoruba language which has its English translation as environment or surroundings refer to the external factors such as air, water, and all other things affecting an organism. It also has to do with the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal or plant lives or operate. Our environment therefore, is our surrounding which includes living and non-li...