He cited Pope Francis, who encourages the faithful to venture beyond familiar boundaries and invite others to God’s banquet.
“This call to action underscores our responsibility to share the gospel, whether through direct involvement or by supporting missions financially,” he said.
The Nigerian member of the Missionary Society of Saint Paul (MSPN) in Nigeria urged Christians to seize every opportunity for evangelization, whether through prayers or financial support.
He noted that impoverished areas require not only financial aid but also personnel who can utilize digital tools for outreach.
“Even if you are not physically there, you can still use the internet or YouTube to tell the story of Jesus Christ,” Bishop Egbebo said.
The 68-year-old Catholic Bishop encouraged Christians to extend their support to persecuted Christians in conflict zones, noting that even small contributions can be multiplied by God to lead many to salvation.
“These places have been impoverished, and we must support them through prayer and financial aid,” he said.
He explained, “Mission Sunday empowers the Church to go out and be on a mission. It reminds people of their mission work and encourages them to get involved.”
The Catholic Church leader said the funds raised during this special day are pooled by the Vatican and redistributed to support missionary projects worldwide.
“Without this wise intervention by the Church, many places would remain stagnant. Schools, hospitals, and churches have been built thanks to this initiative,” he said
