Faith is synonymous to the Mother Church. The word FAITH denotes the Holy CATHOLIC AND APOSTOLIC CHURCH founded by Christ. A faith based media implies an organization whose values are based purely on the particular Faith professed by the Founder(s) which has a mission based on beliefs, values, orientation, background and doctrines.
Let me start with a conceptual clarification regarding the title and topic of this lecture. Not unexpectedly, my first reaction is to ask what is a broken truth? What does an unbroken truth look like? When we speak of truth, we immediately recall the trial of Jesus before Pilate: When Jesus said to Pilate that He had come to bear witness to the Truth, Pilate replied, ‘Truth, what is that’? (Jn.18: 38). Truth has been and remains a contested concept precisely because its very veracity depends on a range of other options.
Father Louis M. Thevalakara OSJ, Official of Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Says: ‘While this is a time of great celebration, we should remember that the most fitting way to honor our Mother would be to find Jesus’ presence in the poor, irrespective of caste or creed, and to serve them as she did’
I welcome all of you to the city of Sokoto and in a special way thank God for the traveling mercies He has granted to all of you. We are most gratified by the fact that you found us worthy to be honoured with hosting your meeting. We hope that you will find your visit very much of an eye opener.