Rev. Sr. Maureen Nwajiobi DMMM, Author at Sister Maureen

The Legal U-Turn

Posted on June 26, 2025June 26, 2025 by Rev. Sr. Maureen Nwajiobi DMMM

It was a quiet evening when Sarah got into her car, her heart pounding with guilt. She knew where she was going, and she knew it was not right. She was on her way to her boyfriend’s apartment, fully aware that they were crossing boundaries that displeased God.

As she drove, her GPS suddenly glitched, then blared loudly: “Make a legal U-turn.”

God’s Voice in an Unlikely Moment

The voice startled her. But in that moment, it was not just the GPS, it felt like the Holy Spirit Himself was crying out through the machine.

“Make a legal U-turn.”

Tears welled in Sarah’s eyes. The words pierced her heart. She knew it was not just about the road. It was about her life. She was headed toward sin, away from her faith, away from God’s peace, and now, His voice was calling her back.

The Turnaround: From Tears to Truth

Right there on that empty street, she pulled over and wept. She remembered how Jesus suffered and died for her. How He gave everything, so she could be free. And she, in return, was about to throw away her purity, her soul, for a moment of pleasure that would only leave her more empty.

She whispered through her tears, “Lord, I am sorry. I am making the U-turn. I am coming home.”

She turned the car around and drove home to her parents. That night, she cried out to God, confessing her sins and asking for forgiveness. She felt peace like she had not in years.

Choosing Honor Over Compromise

Her boyfriend called, confused. “What happened?”

With boldness and love, she told him everything. She spoke of Jesus, the cross, of heaven and hell, of mercy and truth. She told him, “If you love me, you will honor me. You will marry me. My decision is that I will never sin with you again, not for love, not for fear, not for anything. My soul is worth more.”

There was silence on the line for a long while. Then came a quiet, “You are right.”

Months later, he proposed. They married, clean and forgiven, walking hand in hand not just as husband and wife, but as children of God, living in grace.

Lessons from Sarah’s U-Turn:

God speaks in unexpected ways, even through a GPS.
Conviction is a gift of the Holy Spirit, do not ignore it.
Repentance leads to restoration, it’s never too late to turn back.
Love honors, if it demands sin, it is not true love.
Your choices can lead others to salvation, one bold act can change a life.
Eternity matters more than the moment, live for the One who gave you life.

A Prayer for Right Choices:

Lord Jesus, thank You for loving me even when I wander. Give me the courage to make the right choices, even when they are hard. Speak to me, Lord, even through the smallest signs, and help me hear Your voice. When I am tempted, remind me of Your cross, and help me turn around before it is too late. Lead me in Your truth, and give me strength to choose what honors You. Amen.

The Eucharistic Revival

Posted on June 5, 2025June 5, 2025 by Rev. Sr. Maureen Nwajiobi DMMM

Rediscovering the Real Presence: Eucharistic Miracles Through History

Growing up Catholic, I often wondered what it truly meant to say that Jesus is really present in the Blessed Sacrament. As a child, I didn’t have scientific proofs or theological arguments. What I had was something just as powerful: the living witness of my parents. Their deep love, reverence, and devotion to Jesus in the Eucharist shaped my belief in ways words never could.

When we went to Mass, I would watch my father kneel and meditate deeply after receiving Communion. My mother would softly whisper, “My Lord and my God,” a statement of faith that echoed Thomas’ words when he recognized the risen Christ. These small but significant acts of devotion left an imprint on my soul. I learned that this was not just a ritual, this was real. Jesus was there. I didn’t need anyone to prove it. I believed because they believed, and their reverence showed me how sacred this encounter was.

Even when I didn’t fully understand, I followed their lead. If we were watching TV and it was time for Eucharistic Adoration or Mass, everything stopped. We went to church. And I went willingly, because I fell in love with the Jesus my parents loved. It was not about obligation; it was about love.

Discovering Miracles: Proof That Strengthens Faith

As I grew older, I began to study and read more about the Eucharist. I discovered the incredible stories of Eucharistic miracles throughout history: consecrated hosts turning into visible flesh, bleeding hosts that baffle scientists, and incorruptible evidence of Jesus’ real presence. These miracles, documented and studied even by skeptics, deepened my belief. They were not just stories, they were signs, given by God, to strengthen our faith.

One such miracle that stood out to me was the Miracle of Lanciano, where a consecrated host turned into heart tissue in the 8th century, and modern science confirmed it centuries later. These miracles connected the dots for me. They were heaven’s way of saying, “Yes, it’s all true.”

A Deeper Reverence, A Stronger Love

Knowing this, I began to approach the Eucharist with even more reverence. I stopped receiving Jesus casually or without thought. I stopped chewing the Host carelessly or receiving out of habit. Instead, I prepared my heart, prayed with love and praise, and placed Him on my tongue with devotion. I imagined Him melting into my being with love and healing. And as I did this, something beautiful happened: I began to love Him more. The more reverence I gave, the more love I received.

I noticed a deep shift in my relationship with Jesus. Whenever I sat before Him in Eucharistic Adoration, He spoke to my heart. Not audibly, but deeply and clearly. He consoled me when I was down, reassured me when I was uncertain, guided me when I felt lost, and encouraged me in times of doubt. Most powerfully, He advised me, giving me wisdom for decisions and peace in my mission. Many of my books’ ideas, songs, and professional breakthroughs came from the quiet time spent with Him in the Eucharist. Truly, all my achievements, personal, creative, or work-related, can be traced back to those sacred encounters.

I can shout it from the rooftops: Jesus is truly present in the Holy Eucharist! And He is waiting for you. Come to Him. Adore Him. You will never be the same.

Faith in Action: Guiding Children to the Eucharist

One of the most touching confirmations of this truth came during my time as a teacher. Some students in my class were struggling behaviorally and academically. They seemed resistant to learning and even more resistant to prayer. One day, inspired by the Holy Spirit, I decided to take them to visit Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.

The first time, it was awkward. “What are we doing here?” they asked. “Where is Jesus?” one student challenged. I pointed to the white Host in the monstrance and said, “There. That’s Jesus. Look at Him. Tell Him you love Him. Speak from your heart.” They looked confused and skeptical, but I didn’t give up.

We kept going, week after week. Sometimes we prayed a decade of the Rosary. Other times, we sat in silence. Slowly, something changed. The students who once mocked the visits started asking, “Are we going to see Jesus today?” They began to pray with sincerity. Their behavior improved. Their academic performance turned around. I was witnessing transformation, not from a program, but from the Presence.

These children met Jesus, and He met them with love. They discovered what I had discovered: Jesus is alive in the Eucharist. And He changes everything.

The Same Jesus, Still With Us

Today, I firmly believe that the same Jesus who walked the streets of Galilee, who healed the sick and raised the dead, is still with us in the Blessed Sacrament. He has not left us orphaned. He chose to remain with us in the most humble and accessible way, under the appearance of bread and wine. That humility alone should move us to tears.

In a world that often forgets the sacred, we need reminders of the Real Presence. We need to visit Him, spend time with Him, and let His love transform us. Jesus longs for our presence even more than we long for His.

I am grateful for the Eucharist. I am grateful to my parents who showed me its value. I am grateful for the miracles that remind us of its truth. And I am grateful for every opportunity to sit before Him and simply say, “My Lord and my God.”

If you have been distant, if you have doubted, or if you have forgotten the wonder of it all, come back. Come and adore. Jesus is truly present in the Holy Eucharist, and He is waiting just for you.

Visit Him, receive Him with love, and let Him transform your heart.

You will never be the same.

Let Your Life Reflect the Presence You Adore

“Blessed Are Those Who Have Not Seen and Yet Have Believed” John 20:29

When Jesus said to Thomas, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed,” He was not just speaking to one apostle. He was speaking to all of us across time.

This leads us to a deep and personal question:
Whatever position you find yourself in today, parent, teacher, single adult, student, or child, does your reverence for Jesus inspire belief in others? Do people see your love for God and grow curious about that love? Do your actions help others believe, even if they have not yet “seen”?

Parents: Do your children see you pray with love? Do they notice the way you genuflect before the Blessed Sacrament, how you speak the name of Jesus with reverence, or how you prioritize Mass and the Eucharist in your family life? Your quiet witness might be the very thing that shapes their lifelong faith.

Singles and Adults: Whether you’re surrounded by friends, coworkers, students, or neighbors, your visible love for God matters. Your respect for the Eucharist, your devotion at Adoration, your attitude at Mass, these are all quiet signs that point to the Real Presence of Christ. Someone’s heart may be stirred simply by watching your example.

Children and Teens: Even the youngest among us can be a light to others. When you kneel in prayer, help in church, or speak kindly of Jesus, others take notice. Your faith may inspire your siblings, classmates, or even your parents to believe more deeply.

We may not always see the impact of our reverence and devotion, but God uses it. He uses your love to plant seeds in the hearts of those around you.

So, the question is:

Does your belief shine brightly enough that someone else might believe because of it?
Do you live as one who knows, truly knows, that Jesus is present in the Eucharist, Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity?

Blessed are those who have not seen, yet still believe. And even more blessed are those who help others believe by how they live.

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Why I Am Proud to Be Catholic — A Journey Through Faith and History

Posted on June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 by Rev. Sr. Maureen Nwajiobi DMMM

I grew up Catholic, and as time passes, I have come to treasure that gift more deeply. Being Catholic is not just something I was raised in, it is a part of who I am. My faith shapes the way I see the world, how I treat others, and how I find strength in times of struggle. It connects me to something bigger than myself: a Church that stretches back over 2,000 years and continues to shine with truth and love today.

A Church Founded by Christ

Catholic history is not just a list of facts and dates. It’s the story of how God has stayed close to His people through every century. It began when Jesus said to Peter:

“You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church” (Matthew 16:18).

With those words, He made Peter the first Pope and gave the Church a mission: to spread the Gospel, serve the poor, and lead people to heaven. That same mission continues today.

Apostolic Succession: From Peter to Today

What makes the Catholic Church truly special is its unbroken connection to the Apostles. From Peter all the way to today’s Pope, the Church has been led by successors chosen to guide and shepherd God’s people.

As of May 8, 2025, our Pope is Pope Leo XIV, the 267th successor of St. Peter. Born Robert Francis Prevost in the United States, he is the first American Pope in history. Before becoming Pope, he served as a missionary in Peru and held leadership roles in the global Church.

Pope Leo XIV continues the work of Pope Francis, who led the Church with compassion, humility, and deep care for the poor and the environment.

The Church Is Not Perfect, But Christ Is

From St. Peter to Pope Leo XIV, the papacy has been a sign of unity and faithfulness. The Church is not perfect because people are not perfect, but Christ is, and He never leaves His Church.

In times of scandal, suffering, or division, I have found comfort in knowing the Church continues because of Christ, not because of human strength. His promise is clear:

“I am with you always, even to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).

Why I Stay

That’s why I am proud to be Catholic. I know the Church is not just a building or an organization. It is a family. It is my spiritual home. It is where I have met Jesus in the Eucharist, in prayer, and in the lives of saints and the faithful men and women around me.

If you have ever felt far from the Church, or unsure of your place in it, I invite you to come and see. You might find that your heart was always longing for what the Church offers, Jesus Himself.

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