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BIZZARE! REVEREND FATHER SET TO WED REVEREND SISTER.IN CATHOLIC CHURCH
In a strange matrimonial union, a Catholic Reverend Father and a Catholic Reverend Sister are set to tie the nuptial nut in a Catholic Church.
Reverend Father Michael Ogochukwu Ezeh from Enugu and Reverend Sister Claire Chioma from Afikpo in Ebonyi State are about to get married.
The couple have fixed their wedding for October 26, 2024 at St Philip Catholic Church in Port Harcourt.
Their decision has stirred up controversy within and beyond the Catholic Community.
It has also divided the Church with majority criticizing the decision, and also asking why the Catholic Church should accept to wed the ‘dissidents.’
Rev. Fr Michael a long time servant of the Catholic Church reflected on the priesthood journey and said that, “the path of faith is not solely about serving others but also about finding inner peace.”
This suggests the depth of reflections the couple must have passed through before choosing to abandon their callings for marriage.
Sister Claire, known for her dedication to service has received a wide range of support from friends and colleagues.
A close friend noted, “Claire’s decision to leave the Convent is a brave one, showing her commitment to staying true to herself and her beliefs.”
While the Catholic Church maintains its stance on celibacy for priests and nuns, there has been acknowledgement of personal journeys that sometimes divert from tradition.
Rev Fr Anthony Njoku a theologian from the University of Port Harcourt says “it’s crucial to approach such decisions with understanding and compassion rather than judgement
