{"id":291,"date":"2026-09-20T22:02:52","date_gmt":"2026-09-20T22:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ericmichelministries.com\/?page_id=291"},"modified":"2026-09-20T22:21:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-20T22:21:00","slug":"africans-whats-up","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ericmichelministries.com\/?page_id=291","title":{"rendered":"Africans, What’s Up!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Be involved in our ministries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to be involved with our ministries at EMMI:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you looking for meaningful ways to engage and grow in faith? Here are 23 ways you can get involved in our ministries, deepen your spiritual journey, and connect with our community<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Like our EMMI FB page<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Like the Archbishop FB page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Be a member of our FB group<\/a>, or this group, if you are a church leader<\/a> who needs help<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Visit our websites: https:\/\/franciscanseucharist.com\/<\/a> or https:\/\/franciscansimmaculate.org\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Be part of the Cenacle and let\u2019s pray together<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Request a prayer<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Know your Rosary Mystery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Pray at the Virtual Chapel<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Pray on the road to the cross<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Light a candle with a prayer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Pray with the Beviary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Pray with the readings of the day<\/a> (Mass)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. Join us for a pilgrimage tour<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. Request that Lourdes visit your church<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. Be consecrated to Mary<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. Be a member of our Animal Ministry<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. Become a Knight of the Immaculate<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  18. Enroll in one of our classes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  19. Be a body member of the fellowship<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  20. Be a ministry leader<\/a> (Lay Minister)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  21. Study at the Seminary<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  22. Receive a sacrament at the Manse (all seven are available upon request)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  23. Be a Franciscan<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    We welcome you to explore these opportunities and find the ones that resonate with your calling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    New churches are built<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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    New churches are being built rapidly across Africa to accommodate explosive growth in Christian membership, which now exceeds hundreds of millions. Supported by local congregations and global charities, the construction ranges from small village tabernacles in countries like Uganda to massive sanctuaries in urban centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The construction of these churches highlights a major shift in global religion, with the continent now seen as the future of Catholicism and home to booming evangelical membership growth.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Pray for Africa<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Heavenly Father, Almighty God, Creator of all life,<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We come before You today with hearts full of love, hope, and reverence for the beautiful continent of Africa. We thank You for its vast lands, its rich cultural diversity, its vibrant music, and the deep resilience of its people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Lord, we ask for Your continuous blessing upon every nation, city, and village across Africa. Grant wisdom, integrity, and a spirit of service to all leaders. Guide them to govern with justice, to protect the vulnerable, and to work tirelessly for the peace and prosperity of their people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We pray for the youth of Africa, the vibrant spark of its future. Open doors of opportunity, quality education, and meaningful work for them. Fuel their creativity and vision so they may lead their communities into a bright tomorrow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We lift up those facing hardships, conflict, or illness. Bring healing to the sick, comfort to the grieving, and peace to regions troubled by strife. Rain down Your provisions upon the fields, that the earth may yield abundance, and ensure clean water, good health, and safety for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    May Africa stand strong as a beacon of community, hope, and faith. Let the spirit of Ubuntu, “I am because we are,” bind people together across all borders. Protect her families, strengthen her churches, and fill her lands with Your undeniable peace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In Your holy and mighty name, we pray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Amen.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Come and pray with us<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Usage Notice:<\/strong> This prayer is dedicated to the public domain. You are completely free to copy, modify, distribute, perform, or use it for any personal, community, religious, or commercial purpose without asking for permission<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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