The Catholic priest Reverend Father Kelvin Ugwu, who is presently serving in the Gambia, talked about the notable distinctions between Nigerian and American church prayers in a recent post on his official Facebook page. Conversations concerning the effects of society and culture on religious practices have been triggered by Father Ugwu’s insights.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Father Ugwu emphasized that contrary to some beliefs, Americans do take their faith seriously and attend church regularly.
He acknowledged that while there may be a decline in mass attendance in some parishes, this trend is not unique to the United States. In many American parishes, multiple Sunday masses are held, often with full attendance. However, he pointed out a key difference: the nature of the prayers.
“The whites or Americans don’t attend church praying for cars, houses, or visas,” Father Ugwu stated. He noted that Americans typically do not bring personal items like canes to church to symbolically flog an imaginary witch from their villages, a practice observed in some other cultures. Instead, he highlighted that Americans rely on structured societal systems to address their needs.
Father Ugwu explained that in the United States, those who do wrong face the law, and those who achieve greatness are celebrated. Material needs, such as owning a car, are often managed through efficient payment systems that make it relatively easy for individuals to acquire what they need without resorting to prayer for these items.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
