Saint Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary Makurdi

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19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A.In the quiet after the wind, earthquake, and fire, Elijah hears the Lord in a tiny ...
09/08/2026

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A.
In the quiet after the wind, earthquake, and fire, Elijah hears the Lord in a tiny whispering sound.

In the middle of the storm, the disciples see Jesus walking toward them on the water and hear the same invitation: “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid. ”Peter steps out in faith and begins to sink the moment he looks at the waves instead of the Lord. Jesus immediately reaches out His hand.

God does not always remove the storm. He comes into it. He speaks in the stillness and stretches out His hand when our faith falters.
Keep your eyes on Him.
When fear rises, cry out, “Lord, save me!!!”
His hand is already reaching for you and I.
Peace be with all of us.🙏🏻

Happy Sunday 🙏🏻🙏🏻

01/08/2026

"Christ, the true Light of us, true morn" 🙏🏻

As the sun sets and the day draws to a close, we lift our hearts in prayers.

We turn once more to the sacred rhythm of the Church’s prayer. 🙏🏻


27/07/2026

🙏🏻 “O Lord, open our lips, and we shall declare Your praise.” (Psalm 51:15)🙏🏻

Psalter Week 1: Beginning of a new week. As we step into this new week, let us anchor our hearts in prayer. The Breviary invites us to pause amid the busyness of life and join the universal Church in praising the God who has been faithful to us

This Week, may every Psalm, reading, and prayer remind us that God’s mercies are new every morning, His strength is made perfect in our weakness. Amen 🙏🏻




Random shots from a semester we’ll never forget. what a memorable experienceThese faces, these friendships, this formati...
21/07/2026

Random shots from a semester we’ll never forget. what a memorable experience

These faces, these friendships, this formation all part of His perfect timing as we approach 40 years of God’s faithfulness.



🎊40 YEARS OF FORMING PRIESTS FOR GOD AND HUMANITY 🎊🎊DAYS ARE COUNTING, Fingers Crossed in Great AnticipationDear STAMS F...
18/07/2026

🎊40 YEARS OF FORMING PRIESTS FOR GOD AND HUMANITY 🎊🎊

DAYS ARE COUNTING, Fingers Crossed in Great Anticipation
Dear STAMS Family, and Benefactors, With hearts overflowing with joy and gratitude, St. Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary, Makurdi is counting down the days to our 40th Anniversary Celebration (STAMS @40)

40 years of faithfully forming holy, zealous priests for the service of God and humanity. What a mighty God we serve!

🗓MARK YOUR CALENDARS:🗓

22nd October 2026 – 10:00am: Diaconate Ordination
31st October 2026 – 8:00am–12:00pm: Community Service
4th November 2026 (Grand Finale)
• 9:00am–12:00pm: Sports Fiesta
• 5:00pm: Anniversary Lecture by Msgr. Prof. Cletus T. Gotan
• 6:00pm: Gala Night, Awards & Fundraising Night
5th November 2026 – 10:00am: Solemn Holy Mass presided by The Papal Nuncio, Most Rev. Michael Francis Crotty and Bishops of Abuja Ecclesiastical Province.

We are super excited and expectant Hearts lifted in prayer, and spirits high as we prepare to celebrate this historic milestone together. Please support our Seminary Project

Account Name: St. Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary, Makurdi
GTBank: 0027873967
Your presence, prayers, and generous contributions will make this celebration truly memorable.
RSVP: Fr. Pilla – 08065975748
Fr. Uche – 08025617826
Let’s make this at 40 a grand thanksgiving to God. Tag those who should be part of this beautiful celebration. We can’t wait to see you!!




Come and rejoice with us.

CALL FOR ADVERTISEMENT: STAMS @40Be part of the 40th Anniversary Celebration of our seminary by placing your advert in o...
16/07/2026

CALL FOR ADVERTISEMENT: STAMS @40

Be part of the 40th Anniversary Celebration of our seminary by placing your advert in our Commemorative Brochure.

Promote your business, brand, organization, or goodwill message through Wilder Publicity at affordable rates while supporting this historic celebration.

Reserve your space today and become part of STAMS' enduring legacy.

🎊🎊 Congratulations to our beloved Vice Rector, Fr. Samuel Akagwu, on your 30th Priestly Anniversary!🎊🎊Thirty years of fa...
13/07/2026

🎊🎊 Congratulations to our beloved Vice Rector, Fr. Samuel Akagwu, on your 30th Priestly Anniversary!🎊🎊

Thirty years of faithful service, unwavering dedication, and profound impact in the vineyard of the Lord.
As a passionate formator, brilliant scholar, and deeply spiritual priest, Fr. Akagwu has touched countless lives, shaping hearts, minds, and souls with wisdom, humility, and genuine love for God and His people.
Today, we celebrate not just three decades of priesthood, but a lifetime of selfless giving, quiet strength, and inspiring holiness.

Thank you, Father, for your exemplary witness and fatherly care.
May the Lord whom you have served so faithfully continue to renew your strength, fill you with joy, and bless you abundantly as you begin another chapter of grace.

Ad multos annos, Fr. Samuel Akagwu 🙏🏻

11/07/2026

🌹🌼Ave, Ave Maria!! Ave, Ave Maria!!🌷🥀

In every moment, Our Blessed Virgin Mother watches over us with tender love. She is our constant intercessor before the throne of her Son guiding, protecting, and praying for us without ceasing. Especially for us seminarians and all the faithful, she stands as our gentle Mother and powerful advocate, helping us remain faithful in our vocation, strong in trials, and holy in our daily walk with Christ.

Thank you, dear Mother, for your unfailing care and motherly intercession. Continue to pray for us, that we may always say “yes” to God as you did.

Comment “Ave Maria” or your prayer request
Our Lady, Queen of Seminarians and Mother of the Church pray for us 🙏🏻


06/07/2026

Jesus knows all about our struggles; He will guide till the day is done. There’s not a Friend like the lowly Jesus No, not one!!!

As we seminarians step out in apostolic work, we hold fast to this truth 🙏🏻
May His presence go before us, sustain us in every challenge, and bear fruit through our service.

Let’s go forth with confidence
He is with us.


May God raise men and women who will remember us for good and bless us with precious gifts this new week. Amen 🙏
06/07/2026

May God raise men and women who will remember us for good and bless us with precious gifts this new week. Amen 🙏

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