It was a moment of joy and thanksgiving to God as family members, friends and Well wishers joined their own, Mr. James Mark Chukwuemeka Okafor (Okwuluora), and wife in a Family Thanksgiving and dedication of their son, little Master Ifenna Hiliary Okafor, to God.
The Thanksgiving/Dedication Mass took place at Madonna Catholic Church, Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area.
In a sermon, the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Reverend Dr. Paulinus Ezeokafor, noted that child dedication plays significant role in Christendom, as it helps infants to grow in faith and the way of the Lord.
In his remarks, the Transition Committee Chairman, Anaocha Council Area, Honourable Patrick Onyedum, represented by his Deputy, Honourable Peter Anikwata, thanked God for His Goodness and Mercies.
He also congratulated the Parents of the child for the gift and charged them to uphold good parental responsibility to their children.
The parents of the child, Mr.& Mrs Chukwuemeka Okafor, who expressed joy over the dedication, affirmed that their baby, Ifenna Hiliary Okafor, is a blessing to their family and the community at large.
Dignitaries who graced the events include the traditional ruler of Agulu, Igwe Innocent Obodoakor and wife, Lolo Mary Obodoakor, Igwe Oragwam of Obeledu, Igwe Chris Ndubisi Okpala of Akwaeze and wife, Chief Dan Ogbuefi and wife, Chief Mrs Ifeoma Ogbuefi, the Mother of the Day, and Honourable Gerald Ikechukwu who represented High Chief Cyril Okoye.
Others are Director, CWO, Awka Diocese, Lady Sabina Ndigwe, Director, SEMA, Chief CY Agupugo, President of Agulu Caretaker Committee and SSA to Governor, Honourable Onyebuchi Okpala, Honourable Dozie Nwankwo represented by Ichie Ojuah and Chief Martin Dike, Chief Registrar, Anambra State, The Honour, Chinyelu Ossy Okoye, as well as many others dignitaries.
Dedication of Ifenna Hiliary Okafor, praises and thanksgiving formed the highpoints of the Mass and Thanksgiving ceremony.
