Cletus Osuji, Rev. Fr. The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. 89. In 1990, a team of five Oblates from India, Nigeria, Sri-Lanka, Lesotho and DR Congo arrived in Nigeria and opened two missions in the Diocese of Orlu and one in the . Remigius Anyadioha, Mbato, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Fr. . At ACI Africa, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. Journalist101 is an online newspaper platform aimed at giving timely and correct information on national news, politics, metro, business, entertainment, sports, and opinions. Dedicated under the patronage of Saint Michael the Archangel, with story Catholic faith and practice. Akokwa, St. Gabriels Parish VINCENTIAN Fr. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). 145. The spontaneous agitations of the clergy, laity and religious of Ahiara Catholic Diocese for a Bishop of Mbaise extraction seem to be yielding fruits if reports filtering into our newsroom are anything to go by. Fr. Mbanude Richard We commend the National Assembly and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for enacting and signing into law the Electoral Bill 2022. CCE Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish The Apostolic Canons (xiv, xv), and the Council of Nica in 325 (can. Augustine Iwuagwu ((AdminstratorRev. Fr. View the profiles of people named Orlu Diocese. Fr. Fr. Thomas Obiatuegwu, St. THERSA PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTIONS: Rev. Gordian Ihebunachi, Arondizuogu, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Anthony Nwosu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. MSP 93. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Fr. The personal apostolic administration was formed by Pope John Paul II to administer to a group of traditionalist Catholic priests, using the Tridentine Mass, who reconciled with Rome on January 18, 2002. Peter Obioha, OSINA, BONUS PASTOR SEMINARY: Rev. Simeon Eboh, Amike, St. Peter Parish: Rev. 56. As we thank God for considerable growth in political consciousness in Nigeria, we recognise that such consciousness needs guidance through political education so that all citizens, in general and young people, in particular, will be able to effectively play their part in political affairs (cf. Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. 128. Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Nnerim, Saints Peter and Paul Parish Emmanuel Okorondu, Umuowa, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 6 min read. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. 11. It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. Anselm Ohanekwu, Ogboko,Holy Trinity Parish:Rev. Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. Kevin Owuekwe, Mgbidi, St. Joseph Parish: Very Re. 100. Fr. Fr. Fr. Oliver Esomonu, Amaruru, St. John of the Cross: Rev. 57. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. Fr. Aguzie Elvis Fr. Fr. 27. Gregory OkorobiaRev. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. 115. Umuchima, C.I.C. Parishes - Catholic Diocese of Orlu orludiocese.org P. O. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. It is also a platform for faith-formation, sharing and interactions with fellow Catholics. Anacletus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, Christ the King Church: Very Rev. Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Josephs Parish ** Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. Anthony Ikeme, Mgbidi, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Cosmas Udogu, Isu-Okporo, St. Martins of Tours Parish: Rev. Umuobom, St. Johns Parish We observe that even when suspects have been arrested, there is not even diligent prosecution of the culprits of these nefarious acts, thereby leaving the citizenry helpless and despairing. Fr. Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church. 7. . Fr. Akatta, St. Patricks Parish Umuobom (Abukwa), Holy Rosary Parish ** Celestine NwosuRev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. Martin Kingsley Umelo, Okwabala, All Saints Parish: Rev. death was the . On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. Dr. Gregory Ochiagha is dead. My family has been part of journey and significant support system. He passed away on Monday, 25th July 2022, after a brief illness. Vicent Dike(Assistant Parish Priest), Abajah, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Fr. Donatus Dozie, Amazu, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. Msgr. Francis OmiriRev. January 11, 2021. Bernard Duru, Akwu, Akokwa St. Gabriel Parish:Rev. Fr. Fr. 80. The media outlet quoted Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Nigerias Army Public Relations, as saying, in a widely circulated statement, that security agencies will continue to deny freedom of action to criminals. 108. Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. Fr. HF Amiri, St. Johns Parish Fr. Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. Ebe Santus Join the diocese in prayer for the shepherds of the Church as they come to our diocese. According to him, there is no doubt that ordination to the sacred priesthood is a rare privilege and that twenty five (25) years of indefatigable service in the lords vein yard is indeed a precious gift from God. Fr. For this and many more, we are grateful to God and proud of you. Isunjaba, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Sylvester Nnaekezie, Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Roman Curia | Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). He adds, In the early hours of Sunday, October 31, around 2:00 a.m., a group of armed robbers broke into the Bishops house., The Vicar General of Orlu reports that the armed robbers were immediately confronted by a joint team of internal security and local vigilantes, and added, Although nobody was hurt, they made away with some valuables.. While working to promote political activities and good governance that guarantee the dignity of the human person, justice and equity in society, priests have the duty to guide the Lay Faithful. Kenneth AmasiatuRev. Justin Onyenemegam. Fr. Dikenafai, St. Marys Parish Fr. Fr. Umuma, St. Andrews Parish ** Michael Nduka, Ubulu, Christ the King Parish: Rev. Catechesis is her fundamental role of empowering the people with the knowledge of the ways of the Lord. Nkamuike Casmir iii) ASUU Strike and Education in our Nation. Urualla, Queen of the Apostles Parish Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. Professor, John Carroll University, U.S.A. Oruigbo Valentine Fr. . Umele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish NAMES Abba Christ the King Parish Fr. Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. International Taxpayers. The Catholic Bishop was saved after troops responded to a distress call at about 2:30 a.m. on Sunday 31 October 2021, DAILY POST reported. This traditionalist group refused to follow Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre into schism when he ordained four bishops for his Fraternity in 1988 without papal mandate. Otulu, St. Anthonys Parish SDV Linus Osuchukwu: Nigerian Air force. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Fr. It is Gods call too to help change the world around us. 106. Nwachukwu MacDonald, MicroData Summary for Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma ( VIAF: 9230231 ) Bishop Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma (born 29 Aug 1953 ) Bishop of Orlu. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. Jude Udokwu, Isiekenesi, St Patricks Umuaghobe: Rev. Fr. Bernard Ukwuegbu. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. We expect that the fruits of the Synod will most certainly contribute also to building a better political community, where consensus building, listening to the needs of one another and sharing resources equitably among the different strata of the society find a place. 129. Structured View Ihiteowerri, St. Martins Parish Augustine Ukwuoma Diocesan Catholic Secretariat, Box 430, Orlu, Imo State. Paschal Alisa, Umuakam, St Michaels: Rev. Declan Ugorji CMFRev. Fathers and Sisters, as well as the Catholic Bishop of Orlu Diocese, Most Rev. She holds a Master of Arts in Digital Journalism from the Aga Khan University, Graduate School of Media and Communications and a Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics, Media and Communications from Kenya's Moi University. 76. Celestine Uzondu, IMOSTATE POLYTECHNIC UMUAGWURev. Victor Okoroama(Assistant Parish Priest), Akatta, St. Patricks Parish:Rev. Fr. Ogoh Sixtus Fr. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Ikemezie Mulumba Christopher Ukeje, Umuobom, St. John Parish: Rev. Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. 103. 132. IN THE SERVICE OF THE UNIVERSAL CHURCHMost Rev. Akuma, St. Johns Parish Nichodemus Adii, Urualla, St. Stephen: Rev. Nwanedo Luke Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest of Umuahia in 1960. 149. Franklin EmeruwaRev. John XXIII, Mother and Teacher, 180). CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. Fr. Anyim Michael Saint Theresa Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, named after Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus who is the named for the oldest parish in the region, Saint Theresa Parish Uli. She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. [1] He attended the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy [2] entered the diplomatic service of the Holy See on 1 July 1994, and served in Zimbabwe, the Ivory Coast, Haiti, Bulgaria, Thailand, and, beginning . 41. Nwoha Declan Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. Fr. Fr. BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. Amazu, St. Michaels Parish His Lordship, Most Rev. Amucha, St. Paschals Parish ** 91. Ordained Bishop. Fr. Collins Iwudibe, Amazuno, Arondizuogu St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Bishop of Orlu The Most Revd Bennett C. I. Okoro Province: Owerri Address: Bishop's court, PO Box 260, Nkwerre, Imo State, Nigeria Office: +234 (0)803 671 1271 Fax: +234 (0)803 671 1271 Email: Click here for email. Overview | Here you find information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. Amaofuo, St. Marys Parish CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU Pastoral Ministry of Priests "Be the shepherds of the flock of God that is entrusted to you; watch over it, not simply as a duty but gladly, because God wants it, not for sordid money, but because you are eager to do it. Isiokpo, St. Johns Parish Principal), UMUAKA, ST. SAVIOURSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish William Onwuneme, Elugwu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish: Rev. 163. Uli St. Anthonys Parish Fr. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish Stanley NwokejiRev. Fr. Awo-Omamma, St. Anthonys Parish Following Christs mandate for Catholics to go into the world and bear witness to the Gospel (Mark 16:15), the Catholic Diocese of Orlu prioritizes vocations to different ministries in the Church and service of the community. Cyriacus Nwadike, Umukaegwu, Akokwa St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Furthermore, governments have resorted to unnecessary borrowing, jeopardising the well-being of the present and future generations. Fr. Fr. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. 118. I Will Use Charm On Whoever Raids My House For Weed- Portable, Kanayo O Kanayo Marks 60th Birthday With Prayers, Anxiety As Corpse Of 80-year-old Woman Goes Missing In Morgue, [VIDEO]: Release My Husband Nursing Mother Storms Female Neighbours House, AMCVA 2022: Broda Shaggi, Oga Sabinus Shines As AMVCA Ends In Style; See Full List of Winners. Obi Henry Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish Amaigbo, St. Michaels Parish Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. Read More. Umuago, St. Charles Parish 138. While thanking the family members of Fr. Okwara Chimezie We believe that quality education impacts the world positively. Msgr. Mark Ojotu of Otukpo Diocese abducted, Nigerian bishop warns against healing ministries in the liturgy Headlines - MINNEAPOLIS News Release, We must never be afraid to take a definitive decision Bishop Ajakaye, Nigerian bishop warns against healing ministries in the liturgy Headlines - Columbus News Report, National Directorate of Social Communications, CSN. 151. 102. Fr. Festus OnyebuekeRev. Fr. Precious Eze, Okporo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish Fr. Fr. Remigius Udembaozor, DIRECTOR DIOCESAN ICT CENTER AND DIOCESAN WEBSITE: Rev. Michael Anyasoro, REGINA PACIS PASTORAL REGION: Rev. Fr. Most Rev. * Interdiocesan Omeike Cornelius Fr. Fr. 86. 75. 25. Akabuiro Livinus The erection of the new Catholic Diocese in Nigeria and the appointment of the pioneer Bishop of the new Episcopal See was made public by the Holy See Press office on Sunday, February 12. Councils Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. 15. 92. Orlu, 09 October, 2021 / 10:00 pm (ACI Africa). The Catholic Diocese of Orlu will host the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) 2nd Plenary from September 8-16, 2022. Ezechukwu Chrysantus 12. Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Akatta, St. Martins Parish Amakor, St. Michaels Parish 107. Stephen Okafor, St. Camillus Chaplaincy IMSUTH: Rev. OSOGBO DIOCESE Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Box 430 Orlu, Imo State. Jude IbegbuRev. Troops will continue to deny freedom of action to members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra/Eastern Security Network (IPOB/ESN) and other criminal gangs operating within the sector especially as the elections in Anambra State draws nearer and during the yuletide season, the Brigadier has been quoted as saying. Michael AnyasoroRev. The Orlu Catholic Diocese Chief priest, noted that Jubilee year is always a special moment of appreciation for devine benefits received, adding that we pray that it may also be for you a special moment of renewal and rejuvenation for more fruitful work in the lords vein yard. Categories Telecommunication Company. Okorie Valentine Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . 166. Ugonna Mbonu, Rev. Emejuru Aloysius Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. More updates about their coming will be provided. For you and your family. The priests are not the targets of the . Fr. Most Rev. Ebere Ephraim Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest . Abel EzenwaRev. Agnes Aineah is a Kenyan journalist with a background in digital and newspaper reporting. Fr. And as you turn another page in your life, the entire Christ faithful of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu commend you to God for continuous protection and guidance to face the challenges ahead. Callistus Nwobi, ADMINISTRATOR ST DAMIAN HOSPITAL OKPORO: Rev. Fr. Fr. 165. Okwudor, St. Pauls Parish BOX 34 ORLU. Livinus ObiohaRev. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. Kevin Njoku C.S.Sp(Assistant Parish Priest)Rev. Individuals abroad and more By. Cyril Nwankwo(Spiritual Director)Rev. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. 17. Fr. Fr. Chibueze Igwe(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, Queen of Apostles Parish: Rev. 153. Fr. Christian Achii, Umuele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Dike Innocent Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES: Rev. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. Ugokwe Isdore, Amaofuo, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Furthermore, we commend the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its innovations, especially in the area of technology, to ensure free, fair and credible elections. A Communiqu issued at the end of the Second Plenary Meeting of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at the Sacred Heart Pastoral/Retreat Centre, Orlu, Imo State, 8 16 September 2022. Raymond Alaneme, Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. Ferdinand Madu: Chaplain Armed Forces U.S.A. Rev. . 58. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. 116. Fr. Eziama Obaire, St. Michaels Parish ** 171. Awo-Omamma, St. Marys Parish Fr. The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Nwaokoro Bernard 3. 4. Fr. Fr. 101. 9. Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma and the entire Christs Faithful of Orlu Diocese for their hospitality and kind hosting of the Second Plenary Assembly this year, 2022. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. Fr. Fr. Fr. Owerre-Ebeiri, Our Lady of Lourdess Parish Nichodemus Ejimabo, Akokwa,St. Barnabas Parish:Rev. 0:32. Fr. 84. 104. Catholicism in the area called Otukpo Diocese is traceable to the first quarter of the 20th century. Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. Current Only | Benedict Obi(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerre-Akokwa, St. David parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. John, O. Onaiyekan[ Apostolic Administrator] Catholic Bishop's House, Box 205, Imo State, 6. Fr. Okwudor, Christ the King Parish Wale Odunsi. She provides different scholarship funds to help those who cant afford quality education. Osimeleze Stanley The Catholic Bishop of Nigerias Orlu Diocese and members of his residence are safe, the Vicar General of the Nigerian Diocese has said, assuring those behind the Sunday, October 31 attack at the Bishops house that they are forgiven. .. Amaifeke, St. Josephs Parish Fr. 161. It was gathered that the protest led to the destruction of the Enugu Catholic Diocese Bishop's Court and Holy Ghost Cathedral in Enugu.. Patrick Okafor C.S.Sp, Awo-Omamma, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu (Latin: Orluan(a)) is a diocese located in . Fr. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Onyemma Lazarus 2. Fr. on. 109. We strongly condemn as unlawful and sinful all forms of vote selling and buying and advise all politicians and voters to refrain from doing so. Fr. James Nwokeji (Assistant Secretary), Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish, Orlu:Rev. While delivering a sermon at the Adoration Ground on Sunday, Father Mbaka clarified that the church did not kidnap him and apologised to people who may have misunderstood his statement when he resurfaced in Enugu. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. Muoka Casmir Umuzike, St. Patricks Parish Bona Ike-Ozoigbo, posited that such occasion was a moment of sober refection for the celebrant. Fr. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu wishes to acknowledge the outpouring of prayers and concern from the faithful and wider society while calling for intense prayers for peace and security of lives and properties of our people, the Nigerian Priest says in his statement. Fr. Fr. Oct 9 . The Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 82. 33. Uchenna Onwuanumkpe, ST. GREGORYS COLLEGE, AMIRI: Rev. Peter Anucha (OMI)Rev. Raymond Ezeh CM, Amaifeke, St. Mary Parish: Msgr. 1950.04.18: Promoted as Diocese of Owerri / Overrien(sis) (Latin) (became suffragan of Onitsha) 1958.06.23: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Umuahia; 1961.05.16: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Port Harcourt; 1980.11.29: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Orlu; 1987.11.18: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Ahiara Arihi Gabriel, HUNGARYRev. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . Fr. Fr. 98. The governor commiserated with the Ochiagha family in Mbano in Imo State where the late priest hailed from, the Catholic Bishop of Orlu Diocese, His Grace, Most Rev (Dr.) Augustine Ukwuoma and his brother Bishops as well as the entire Catholic faithful and prayed to God Almighty to grant them the grace and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. Gorge Chikata, VICAR GENERAL: Very Rev. 38. Fr. Brendan Diribe (Parish Priest)Rev. Adibemma Victor Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria Telephone: (0803)70.61.33.22 Past and Present Ordinaries. 126. Fr. The diocese dates back to the Vicariate Apostolic of Owerri, which was created on February 12, 1948, when the Vicariate Apostolic of Onitsha-Owerri was split. Valentine Ogike, Amiri, St. Mchaels Umuecheta: Rev. Diocese: Orlu. Fr. Fr. Mmadufor Gerald The Bishop, had earlier in his congratulating massage to Fr. Livinus Igbodekwe, Uli, St. Anthony of Padua Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 74. Fr. Fr. Fr. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Callistus Nwobi, DIOCESAN COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES: Rev. Ononuju Remigius On 27 December 2020, auxiliary bishop Moses Chikwe and his driver were kidnapped by gunmen in . Regina Pacis Region is one of four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Benson Okpara, Rev. Fr. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish Obodoukwu, St. Marys Parish Umuhu-Okabia, St. Josephs Parish Benneth Imochukwu, Umueshi, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Achinonu Samuel Fr. Born into the family of Mr/Mrs. 120. Dignitaries from various parts of the globe, including United States of America (USA), Canada, as well as friends and well wishers, yesterday, converged at 39. Kassi Hemann, OMI, Isiekenesi, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. 32. Osu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart * Mgbidi, St. Michaels Parish ** Fr. Msgr. 16. Fr. Fr. 8. Fr. 130. Izeji Paschal Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. Toochukwu Ezikeudu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish: Rev. Athanasius Oyima, Umuma-Isiaku, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. Fr. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Onyema Emmanuel Having prayerfully reflected on issues affecting the Church and the Nigerian State, we now issue this Communiqu: The Church teaches that politics is for the common good, in which it finds its full justification and significance and the source of its inherent legitimacy (cf. We work in Europe, America, Latin America, Africa-Madagascar, Asia and Oceania. Ifeanyi F.B.I Agodi, Amiri, St. John Nchoko: Rev. Fr. 23. It is named after Regina Pacis (Our Lady of Peace) which captures the strong Marian devotion of the people. 140. Fr. Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. An apostolic administrator is different from a diocesan administrator, in that he is appointed from outside the diocese by the pope and wields the same full powers as a bishop. Fr. Chrysantus Onwuzuruigbo, Umuna, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. We also had the erection of Kontagora Diocese and the installation of Most Rev. Recent | 164. 21. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Luke IjezieRev. Dominic Obiakor, Umuago, St. Charles Parish:Rev. Kenneth NwokoloRev. Show: All | General Information | Ordinaries | Historical Summary | Statistics | Affiliated Bishops, Living | Affiliated . Fr. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. Following the continued rejection of Bishop-elect of the Diocese, Bishop Peter Ebele Okpaleke, who underwent Episcopal Consecration on . Isiekenesi, St. Anthonys Parish Thanks to Divine providence and protection, both the Bishop and his household are safe and unharmed, Fr. Fr. However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. Fr. 69 talking about this. Amaifeke, St. Gregorys Parish Please remember that the Re-union with the Bishop is scheduled from Sunday August 18th to Friday 23rd, 2019 at St. Marys Seminary, Umuowa. Uli, St. Judes Parish Ikechukwu Okpara, Mgbee, Holy Cross: Rev. Fr. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Ozara, St. Patricks Parish Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. VINCENTIAN 0. Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish Into the Breach: An Apostolic Exhortation from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted to the Men of the Diocese of Phoenix Into the Breach Page 4 and revitalized for battle. Ukanero Collins We, therefore, renew our call on all our faithful, laity and clergy alike, to come out, Nigerian bishops urge calm and prayer in wake of disputed election, Caritas Nigeria extremely disappointed with Nigerias electoral body, Pope sends condolences for deadly train collision in Greece, PETITION AGAINST INEC 2023 ELECTION RESULT, Gunmen Abduct Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Michaels Parish Fr. 3. Fr. Christopher IhenetuRev. Arrival of the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Most Rev. When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the crown of unfading glory. 1 Pet 5:1-11. Regrettably, the government has not lived up to its duties with regard to security. Dignitaries from various parts of the globe, including United States of America (USA), Canada, as well as friends and well wishers, yesterday, converged at the Umuchima ancient Community, in Ideato South Council Area of Imo State, South-East Nigeria to Felicitate with a Nigerian (US) Based Catholic Priest, Rev. Ubulu, Christ the Kings Parish watch Priestly Ordination of Orlu Diocese and Reception of Frs Njoku Darlington and Ezechukwu Chrysantus#priestlyordination#Orludiocese#28thAugust#NjokuDarli. hebronhomeng house 11A, Pitsidia . Anthony Udem, Amanator, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Anthony J.V. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Fr. Fr. Fr. Mbato, St. Theresas Parish Fr. Charles EmezieRev. Fr. Munonye Francis 99. Youngest | On November 29, 1980, the diocese was created out of the then Owerri Diocese (now Owerri Archdiocese), by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II. Bound to any political party, Isu-Okporo, St. GREGORYS COLLEGE, Amiri: Rev on,. 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