Interfaith Standing Committee (ISCEJIC)

"Trust is the currency of change; w/out trustworthiness, we cant drive change. To make the impact we must work in collaboration with the Govt ."Risha Chande, Just System during Annual Interfaith Partners' Conference held at the PSSSF Conference on 6th November 2024.

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In the small town of Pietrelcina, Italy, St. Padre Pio served as a beacon of light, drawing believers from all over the world to his humble church. One of his main activities was listening to confessions, and act he did to unearth sins buried deep within penitents' hearts. One day, a man of striking appearance approached the confession booth. Tall, handsome, with a certain refinement in his demeanor, he seemed to radiate a mysterious aura. He began confessing sins of all manner, sins against God, man, and morals. His sins were grave and shocking, yet he seemed to justify them with ease. Padre Pio, disoriented by the man's words, responded with the teachings of the Church, the morals of the Saints, and the Word of God. But the man retorted with calculated malice, making his sins sound almost rational, even human. As the man's confession continued, an unnerving chill began to creep over Padre Pio. His senses tingled with an eerie anticipation, and a palpable dread hung heavy in the small, sacred space of the confessional. The man's voice, smooth and persuasive, spun sins of every nature into a mesmerizing web of deceit. His words, laced with disturbing rationalizations, hung in the air like a poisonous fog, threatening to obscure the line between right and wrong. Padre Pio, usually a rock of faith in the face of sin, felt a strange unease that resonated deep within him. His heart pounded in his chest like a muffled drum, beating an alarm only he could hear. Who was this man who could speak of such abominations with such disconcerting ease, and defend them with such chillingly polished rhetoric? His gaze burrowed into the man's face, searching for answers, for some hint of his true identity. His eyes, usually soft with understanding, narrowed in scrutiny, peering through the dim light of the confessional. The man's face was handsome, yet his eyes held an unnerving stillness, an unsettling calm that was far from comforting. Then, like a bolt of lightning cleaving through a stormy sky, a sudden, radiant light pierced Padre Pio's soul. It was blinding, all-consuming, yet within it, there was a moment of startling clarity. It was a divine revelation, a truth unveiled in the face of deceit. Instantly, the veil of ambiguity lifted. The man before him was no ordinary sinner but a manifestation of malevolence itself. The realization struck him with the force of a thunderbolt, sending a cold shiver down his spine. In this moment, Padre Pio understood he was not facing a man, but a force of darkness that wore the guise of a man. A force that brought with it a chill of fear that was as ancient as creation itself. Summoning all the divine authority vested in him, Padre Pio found his voice, steady and resonant, cutting through the confessional's heavy air. His heart pounded in his chest, a resolute drum beating a rhythm of faith against the palpable dread. He looked the malevolent force squarely in the eye, a lion staring down the serpent. In a voice that echoed with the echoes of centuries of the faithful, he commanded, "Say long live Jesus, long live Mary!" Each syllable held an undeniable power, a testament to the unyielding strength of faith in the face of pure evil. The man disappeared in a flash, leaving behind only the stench of brimstone. Later that day, another peculiar event unfolded. As Padre Pio sat in the confessional, a man with grizzled hair and dark, piercing eyes entered without waiting his turn. As he stood before Padre Pio, he suddenly collapsed to the ground. Padre Pio, in that moment, seemed to transfigure, his form merging with a divine figure - Jesus Himself. This transfigured Padre Pio looked upon the collapsed man, then slowly re-emerged, his form blending back into that of the humble priest. He beckoned the others forward, continuing the confessions as if nothing had happened. These encounters, though shrouded in mystery, served as a testament to the power of faith and the divine presence that worked through Padre Pio. They reminded believers and skeptics alike that in the battle between good and evil, the name of Jesus and Mary held unparalleled power. As Padre Pio continued his mission, the tales of his spiritual encounters spread, strengthening the faith of those who heard them. His life served as a vivid reminder of the power of confession, repentance, and the unyielding mercy of God. St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, pray for us, that we may find the courage to confront our sins, seek forgiveness, and strive for a life of virtue in the face of all temptation.

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In the small town of Siena, a young woman named Catherine sought answers about eternity. Her fervent prayers and dedication to the Lord led her to experience divine revelations that forever changed her life. As she meditated in her room, she was granted a vision of the eternal realms - heaven and hell. The first vision she received was of the harrowing depths of hell. God the Father spoke to St. Catherine, describing the four principal torments that the souls in hell endured. In this dark and desolate place, the damned suffered from the eternal deprivation of God's presence. They faced the relentless gnawing of their conscience, a reminder of their sinful choices. Their third torment was the horrifying sight of the devil, far more dreadful than any human could ever imagine. Lastly, they were subjected to the unquenchable flames of hell, a fire that burned without ever consuming them. As St. Catherine listened to God's description, her heart ached for the souls who had chosen this eternity without God. The depth of their pain and suffering was unimaginable, and she wept for their eternal torment. But soon, the vision changed, and she was shown the breathtaking beauty of heaven. Eternity with God presented an entirely different experience. In this realm, the just souls rejoiced and exulted in their Creator's presence. They were filled with insatiable love and delight, their hearts swelling with the joy of knowing and loving God. The heavenly beings celebrated the goodness of their fellow souls and rejoiced in the presence of angels and saints. St. Catherine saw the eternal bonds of love that persisted between souls who had shared a special love on earth, and how this love now contributed to the happiness of all in heaven. These souls were in perfect unity with God, their desires aligned with His divine will. As the visions faded, St. Catherine was left with an overwhelming sense of the stark contrast between eternity with and without God. She knew that she had a mission to share these divine revelations with others, to guide them on the path of righteousness and help them choose a life that would lead to eternal joy. From that day forward, St. Catherine of Siena dedicated herself to spreading the message of God's love and the importance of choosing a life that would lead to eternal happiness with Him. Her visions of heaven and hell served as a constant reminder of the eternal consequences of each person's choices, inspiring her to live a life devoted to guiding others toward the embrace of their loving Creator.

🎥Pope Francis has just departed on his 41st Apostolic Journey to Hungary, where he will meet with the local Catholic Church, the refugees, the poor, the youth, visually impaired children, and the academic and cultural world. Let us pray for a fruitful trip for the Holy Father. #PopeinHungary

Books, the greatest aide 💕 #WorldBookDay On writing reviews of different reads for my bookstagram I realised how books have always been my trusted companions all through life’s journey. (A thread)

Happy Eid our esteemed fellow Muslims brothers and sisters! May you enjoy abundantly the blesses of your Ramadhan fasting and the celebration for Eid day. God bless and let’s our religious communities union and work be a bless to our Almighty God. Forever, amen!🙏🏾

Areas that needed improvements from previous assessments included expenditure & revenue outside financial reports, monitoring of expenditure arrears & commitment controls. Also Internal Audit function & predictability of resource allocation needs improvements. @InstituteWajibu

These CASFAR Report included areas such as: Budget Reliability specifically in Expenditure and Revenue Outturn where Actual Expenditure and Revenue deviates significantly from the budgeted amount causing credibility issues in the country’s budget preparation. @InstituteWajibu

CASFAR 2022 A trend from previous similar assessment was reviewed and noted that from the PEFA assessment that was done in 2017 and 2022 as well as CASFAR reports of 2019 and 2020, there had been areas where performance of PFM systems was less than efficient. @InstituteWajibu

The CASFAR report focuses on the Central Government, Public Authorities and Other Bodies, Local Government Authorities and all budgetary institutions receiving budget allocations from the Central Government. @InstituteWajibu

The CASFAR report demonstrates the country’s annual state of financial accountability in order to improve the management of public finances. @InstituteWajibu

In preparation of this report, information on the process of budget formulation and execution of the year 2021/22 was included. This report also highlights improvements in PFM from the two previous CASFAR reports published in 2019 and 2020. @InstituteWajibu

The CASFAR 2022 Report is aimed at assessing the Country’s Annual State of Public Financial Accountability covering the financial information from three most recent financial years (2018/19, 2019/20 and 2020/21). @InstituteWajibu

The objective to establish WAJIBU is to advocate for transparency, accountability and good governance in the collection and use of public resources. WAJIBU will achieve this objective through the enhancement of the implementation of the CAG recommendations. | @InstituteWajibu

WAJIBU – Institute of Public Accountability is a think tank institution which was established by the Controller and Auditor General (retired CAG) CPA. Ludovick Utouh. | @InstituteWajibu

📹HIGHLIGHTS | Pope Francis gave the traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing after presiding over Mass in St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday 2023. Around 100,000 people attended the Mass, and 35,000 flowers and plants from the Netherlands decorated the square.

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