One United & Happy family, centered

on the Eucharist, walking together in faith and love.

As one body in Christ (Romans 12:5), we journey together in faith,
united in worship and strengthened by the sacraments.

Welcome to our Parish

Our Mission

To build up faith-filled and loving communities that care for each other and are commited to unity, justice and peace.

Welcome Address from the Parish Priest

Dear Beloved in Christ,

On behalf of the Pastoral Team, I warmly welcome you to the official website of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Agbowa-Ikosi. This platform is created to help us stay connected, informed, and united as one parish family, both within and beyond our physical community.

Although this website cannot replace gathering together in Church, it is a helpful space to remain closely linked to the life and mission of our parish. Here, you will find spiritual resources to strengthen your faith, updates on parish activities and sacraments, and opportunities to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ and His Church.

I invite you to explore the site—stay informed, stay involved, and remain prayerful. Your participation, whether online or in person, enriches and strengthens our parish community.

May God bless you and your loved ones abundantly. And may St. Peter, our patron saint, continually intercede for you.

Yours in Christ,

Rev Fr. Parfait Gbolohoe, SMA

Parish Priest

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SAINT OF THE DAY

Saint Gregory of Narek – February 27th

Brief History of Saint Gregory of Narek, Doctor of the Church

Saint Gregory of Narek was a 10th-century Armenian monk, priest, theologian, poet, and mystic, widely regarded as one of the greatest figures in Armenian Christian spirituality and literature. He was born around 951 AD in Narek, in the historic region of Vaspurakan (now in eastern Turkey) into a family of churchmen; his father became a bishop, and his early life was marked by deep faith and learning.

From a young age, Gregory was educated at Narek Monastery, a renowned center of Christian study and spirituality, under the guidance of his great-uncle, Anania of Narek, who was abbot of the monastery. He entered monastic life there and was ordained a priest in his mid-twenties. He spent most of his life at Narek, teaching, praying, writing, and guiding others in the spiritual life.

Gregory became especially famous for his literary and theological works. His most celebrated masterpiece is the Book of Lamentations (often called Narek), written around 1002 AD. This work contains 95 mystical prayers that express deep longing for God, repentance, and trust in divine mercy. Gregory described it as an “encyclopedia of prayer for all nations,” and it has been cherished for centuries as a source of comfort, spiritual insight, and prayerful reflection. The book has been translated into many languages and remains central in Armenian Christian devotion.

Beyond the Book of Lamentations, Saint Gregory wrote hymns, biblical commentaries (including on the Song of Songs), prayers, and theological reflections that enriched Armenian liturgy and Christian thought. His writings combine deep spirituality with poetic beauty and a profound sense of the human quest for God.

Gregory of Narek died around 1003 AD at the monastery where he had lived and served. His feast day is celebrated on February 27 in the Roman Catholic Church. In 2015, Pope Francis declared him a Doctor of the Church, the first Armenian saint to receive this title, recognizing his lasting contribution to Christian prayer, theology, and spiritual life.

Saint Gregory’s life and writings continue to inspire Christians around the world, offering a voice of heartfelt prayer, profound humility, and unshakable hope in God’s mercy.