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Published by Iorpalegh Benedict Ushahemba

Profile of Iorpalegh Benedict Ushahemba Iorpalegh Benedict Ushahemba, born on November 15th, 2001, is a seminarian of the Catholic Diocese of Makurdi, currently undergoing formation at St. Joseph Major Seminary, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. His vocational journey, which spans nearly four years, has been marked by moments of inspiration, challenge, success, joy, and sorrow, shaping him into a committed and reflective individual. Benedict has actively engaged in pastoral ministry through various postings, including: 1. St. Edward's Mission, Abintse 2. St. Mary's Mission, Songo, Makurdi 3. St. Charles Lwanga Chaplaincy, Adeke 4. St. Peter's, Aondona 5. St. Peter's, Ujamatyu 6. St. Paulinus Chaplaincy, Lower Benue, Makurdi During these assignments, he gained practical experience, deepened his pastoral skills, and connected with the communities he served. His most recent posting was at St. Paulinus Chaplaincy, Lower Benue, where his apostolic work came to a meaningful conclusion in August 2024. In addition to pastoral commitments, Benedict has shown a keen intellectual interest, especially in philosophy. He is working on his final-year project titled "Analysis of Hegel's Dialectics," which involves a detailed study of Hegel’s philosophical method and aims to provide a comprehensive, engaging, and scholarly discourse. The project reflects his aptitude for deep thinking and his commitment to academic rigor, with a target length of over 70 pages following the MLA citation style. His interests extend to internet safety for teenagers, where he is passionate about exploring and addressing the online risks young people face. He appreciates simplicity in communication and strives to explain complex ideas in ways that are easy to understand and accessible to others. Benedict’s journey reflects a blend of faith, service, and intellectual pursuit. His pastoral work and academic endeavors align with his broader goal of discerning his vocation and serving the Church meaningfully. With each step, he continues to grow in commitment to his calling, shaping himself for the path ahead. View more posts