…As Okobaro Urges Christians to Embrace the Virtues of Jesus Christ
By Sunday Apah
During the inaugural Nine Lessons and Carols event held at the Ughievwen Royal Palace in Otu-Jeremi, Christians were reminded of the importance of embodying the virtues of Jesus Christ, rather than getting lost in the festive distractions of Christmas.
The Okobaro of Ughievwen Kingdom, Owhawha II, delivered this important message, emphasizing the significance of the event, which saw substantial participation from notable sons and daughters of the kingdom.
The celebration featured a variety of choirs, including the Anglican Church of Otu-Jeremi, World of Life Bible Church (Ujevwu branch), Gospel Light Assembly (Okwagbe), Godswill Mission (Otor-Udu), God’s Grace Ministry, Good Shepherd Baptist Church (Otu-Jeremi), and the Unity and Love Choir.
Together, they captivated the audience with melodious performances in honor of the birth of Jesus Christ.
In his remarks, the Okobaro explained that the carol service was organized for the chiefs of the palace and the people of Ughievwen to celebrate Christmas in a meaningful way, free from the excesses often associated with the holiday season.
Reading the first lesson of the carol service, Owhawha II noted that the birth of Jesus Christ symbolizes hope for humanity.
He urged the attendees to practice love towards one another, which he identified as the true essence of the Christmas season.
The Okobaro announced that this carol service will become an annual tradition at the palace, and he encouraged the affluent members of the kingdom to support those in need during this festive period.
In his sermon titled “The Missing Ingredients in African Christianity,” Dr. Charles Apoki highlighted Jesus Christ as a model of responsibility and emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive mindset as true followers of Christ.
The Queen of Ughievwen Kingdom read the second lesson, while Oloroguun Matthew Shaire, the Otota of Ughievwen Kingdom, and Chief Sunday Apah, the Director of Publicity in the palace, respectively read the third and ninth lessons.
