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“A New Song to the Lord”: Pope Leo XIV’s Inspiring Vision for the Church In his first major address since ascending the papacy, Pope Leo XIV delivered a powerful message that radiates hope, humility, and spiritual renewal. Titled “A New Song to the Lord” , the Pope’s vision challenges the Church to rise to the spiritual and social demands of our age while remaining deeply anchored in the timeless truths of the Gospel. This reflection unveils his aspirations for a Church more committed than ever to its mission of holiness, witness, and global outreach. A Heart of Gratitude and a Call to Evangelization Pope Leo XIV opened his address with profound gratitude to God, acknowledging the “marvels” and “blessings” poured out on the Church. This spirit of thanksgiving was not mere formality—it set the tone for a vision rooted in divine providence rather than human achievement. With humility, the Pope recognized that the grace of God is the wellspring of all the Church’s efforts and progre...

In a momentous occasion, the College of Nursing Sciences, Bowen University Teaching Hospital (BUTH), Ogbomoso, celebrated a historic milestone with its first-ever matriculation ceremony, inducting 122 pioneer students into its newly accredited National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Nursing programs. Held within the College premises, the vibrant ceremony opened with a grand procession of academic staff, Heads of Departments, and principal officers, setting a tone of reverence, pride, and hope for the future. In his welcome address, Mr. S. O. Ogunlowo, Acting Provost, reflected on the College's illustrious heritage of over four decades, during which it has produced thousands of distinguished nurses. He emphasized the institution’s strong foundations of discipline, holistic development, and academic excellence, stating that the new ND and HND programs are nationally and internationally recognized. Mr. Ogunlowo reminded the matriculating students that "nursing is ...