08/10/2026
First Friday and the Memorial of the Guardian Angels
It was an awesome celebration in the presence of God. When you hear Enjel Uwana sung twice, you know you are at St. Peter Parish, Ekpri Nsukara. This Friday it rang even sweeter, because the Church was celebrating the memorial of the Guardian Angels, on a First Friday too.
The Catholic Church teaches that angels are spiritual beings, created by God, who serve Him and carry out His will. And they do not keep their watch from afar. They stand beside us, guarding, guiding and interceding for us from the cradle to the grave.
The first reading, from the Book of Exodus, said it plainly. God sends His angel ahead of His people to guard them along the way, and that angel acts in God's name. Those who heed his voice are blessed. Little wonder the congregation serenaded heaven with hymns like Edima Enjel and Enjel Uwana.
The day came with a full package: personal adoration, the rosary, intercessory prayers, songs, the Holy Mass, and prayers of deep faith. A fitting way to start the month of October, and honour the angels who walk with us every day.
Pray with Rev Fr Vincent Udo tomorrow Friday by 11am at St Peter Parish, Ekpri Nsukara Uyo.