Parish Announcements – 28th June, 2026

  1. PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION: Today, 28th June 2026 our Second Collection shall be an Archdiocesan Collection for various Papal Charities. Let us all prepare to donate generously.
  1. SPECIAL BLESSING FOR THE MONTH: Today is the Last Sunday of the month. There shall be a special thanksgiving for those born in the month of June and those who had wedding anniversaries or any special celebration during this month.
  1. SOLEMNITY: Monday, 29th June 2026 we join the universal Church in celebrating the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, two of the greatest apostles and foundational figures of our faith . May their courage and faith continue to guide us in our journey of discipleship.
  1. SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY: There will be SCC meetings at our various community centres on Wednesday, 1st July 2026 at 6.00 pm prompt. Scriptural Reading: Matttew 11:25-30, SCC Mass will be at St. Dennis SCC. Venue: 207 Road, D Close, House 17, FESTAC Town.
  1. FEAST DAY: Friday July 3rd  2026, is the feast of St. Thomas the Apostle. Let us endeavour to attend mass and observe the feast devoutly.
  1. FIRST FRIDAY COMMUNION TO THE SICK & HOME BOUND: The First Friday visit and communion to the sick and home-bound comes up this Friday, 3rd July 2026.
  1. 25TH   PRIESTLY ANNIVERSARY: This is to remind us of the 25th Priestly Anniversary of our dear Priest and Brother, Very Rev. Fr. Alfred O. Osamor.

which comes up on Thursday, the 6th of August 2026 at 12noon. We are look forward to your support via your goodwill messages to our Priest and your corporate adverts in the Anniversary Brochure. Please see the rates at the advert section of the bulletin or visit the dedicated committee stand at the canopy outside. Remember, he who welcomes a Prophet because he is a prophet shall receive a prophet’s reward (Matt 10:41).

  1. HALL USUAGE: We wish to encourage all parishioners to kindly use all the equipment in our newly refurbished Parish Hall with utmost care. Kindly do not remove the chairs, tables or fans without due authorization. Please note that “Only Black Chairs” can be used outside the hall and should be properly returned to the courtyard after use.
  1. MASS BOOKING: For all Mass Bookings, please visit and make payment at the Parish office or the Seminarian and collect your receipts.
  1. CHILDREN MASS: Parents and Guardians are encouraged to take their children to attend the 8: 30am Children Mass at the Upper Hall. Church wardens are to direct them accordingly.
  1. Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) Exercise: Phase III, The Justice Development and Peace Centre (JDPC) of our Parish wishes to remind us that Phase III of the CVR is still ongoing and your participation is crucial for our nation’s democratic future. The exercise which began on May 11 will end July 10, 2026. Let’s take advantage of this opportunity. We urge you to use this period to: Register as a new voter if you have not done so before, Request a voter transfer if you have moved to a different location, Replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). Update your personal information in the INEC database. REGISTRATION DETAILS: Online: You can start or manage your registration process online at cvr.inecnigeria.org. In-Person: You can also visit any INEC CVR Centre near you. You can visit the JDPC Holy Family office for further assistance or send a message to 08185653316. YOUR VOTE. YOUR VOICE. YOUR FUTURE. Onwards to God’s kingdom, through justice and peace.
  1. REGISTRATION FOR CATECHISM CLASSES: Registration is on going into the following classes, Prayer Class, confirmation(12yrs & Above) and RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Venue: Catechist office, Time: 3.30pm, Parents and guardians are kindly requested to register their children/wards early. Adults who wish to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation are also encouraged to enroll in the RCIA program. Thank you and God bless.
  1. HOLY FAMILY INFO-TECH: is pleased to inform you that registration is ongoing at Holy Family info-tech services for summer classes on the following courses: ICT ESSENTIAL, COREL DRAW, GRAPHICS, ARTIFICAL INTELLIGENCE, DIGITAL MARKETING, UI/UX, VIDEO EDITING, CODING for inquiry please call: 08036866984, 08162195710.
  1. TEEN SINAI CONNECT 2026: CYON is calling on all teenagers between the ages of 12–19. Teen Sinai Connect 2026 is almost here! A one week, life changing experience filled with faith, fun, friendships, and powerful self discovery awaits your teen this year! This is the 6th Edition, and it promises to be even bigger and better. Date: August 9th – 15th, 2026 Venue: St. Gregory’s College, Ikoyi Trust us, your teen does not want to miss this! Registration is ongoing: • At the committee stand (close to the popcorn stand) after each Sunday Mass, • At the Parish Office during office hours, • Through our Chaplain, Rev. Fr. Hilary Ogunyemi, • Or through CYON President/Planning Committee Chairman, Barr. Casmir Okere (08146794477). REGISTRATION FEE: ₦40,000 (flexible payment available) Account Name: Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria Bank: First Bank Account No: 3079617777 Give your teen the opportunity to grow, bond, and shine brighter than ever Teen Sinai Connect… Explore, Discover, Invent!!!
  1. SECURITY: We wish to encourage all parishioners to be more security conscious especially with their children within the compound. Kindly instruct our children not to follow adults unknown to them outside the compound .
  1. ALTAR HOST: Please be reminded that our altar host is now sold for N3,500(per pack). We apologize for any inconveniences.
  1. BLOCK ROSARY: Beloved parishioners, we wish to notify you of the various Block Rosary centre in our parish. (1) 207 Road, C close, house 9, Festac

                (2) 512 Road, D close, house 7

                 (3) 3rd Ave. A close, house 12

                 (4) 401 Road, G- close

                 (5) 322 Road, A close Block 5 Flat 4, For More enquires, please contact the  following numbers; Lady Ashamu 08053868678, Mr Charles Anozia : 08060069545, Patricia Onyekwelu: 08165371349.

  1. BULLETIN ADVERT PLACEMENT: We encourage all parishioners to kindly subscribe to placing adverts in our weekly bulletin publications. The cost are as follows: Full Page: 25,000; Half Page: 15,000; Quarter Page: 10,000. For more enquiries, please visit the Parish Office or call 09036389533.
  1. (1%) ONE PERCENT BIBLE CHALLENGE: We wish to encourage all Parishioners to read and study the word of God for at least 15minutes every day; which is about 1% of 24 hours. For this week, we shall be continuing with JUDGES Take up this challenge faithfully as stated below and be enriched spiritually.
Day/MonthBible Passages
28th JuneJoshuaChapter 5
29th JuneJudgesChapter 6
30th JuneJudgesChapter 7
1st JulyJudgesChapter 8
2nd JulyJudgesChapter 9
3rd JulyJudgesChapter 10
4th JulyJudgesChapter 11
  1. RETURN TO THE SACRAMENTS: We wish to encourage those who have been estranged from the sacraments for one reason or the other especially the Holy Eucharist, to return to the Sacraments. Kindly meet any of the Priests if you are having any difficulty in this regard. May Christ grant us life through His Body and Blood. Amen.

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