Ernest Chike DikeRev. 137. Fr. Fr. Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. 73. Fr. john Bosco Obika, Isiokpo, St. John Parish: Rev. Box 425, Auchi Edo State. Benson Okpara, Rev. Michael Simeon 49. Fr. Amanator, St. Josephs Parish Fr. CCE Erigha Jude(Assistant Parish Priest)), Uli, St. Ignatius Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jude IbegbuRev. POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . 37. Okonkwo Chrysogonuu Esikaiwu Ernest Bernard Ukwuegbu. Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . Uli, St. Theresas Parish 26. How Tiens MLM made an Okirika seller a multi millionaire. We are grateful to God for the successful hosting of the Reunion of the Episcopal Conferences of West Africa (RECOWA) Assembly in Nigeria (3 8 May 2022) and felicitate with its new president His Excellency Alexis Touably Youlo of Ivory Coast. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. We know that efforts have been made to resolve the matter. Fr. Professor, John Carroll University, U.S.A. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Fr. Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Gregory OkorobiaRev. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Charles EmezieRev. Fr. Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. Chigere Kizito 70. Fr. Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. 139. We commend the National Assembly and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for enacting and signing into law the Electoral Bill 2022. Obi Francis MSCC 63. Fr. Celestine Ibebuike, Osina, St. Mary Parish: Very Rev. In his remark, the elated celebrant, Fr. 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. Fr. Fr. Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. While thanking the family members of Fr. Fr. 134. Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. Conclaves | 164. The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . Categories Telecommunication Company. Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. Fr. Franklin EmeruwaRev. 97. Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Emmanuel Nwoha (Principal)Rev. Fr. Oliver Ochieze, Ozara, St. Patrick Parish: Rev Fr. It is always of time of spiritual binding, healing, and friendship with the flock the Lord entrusts to his care. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. In the wake of security threats in Nigerias Imo State, the Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu located within the region has sought to reassure the people in the affected areas of the West African nation of the presence of God amid fear and anxiety., Contact info: Fr. Fr. Chibuike Ukeh, UZII, CUSTOS ECCLESIAE SEMINARY: Rev. Media reports indicate that Nigerian troops, on October 31, foiled an attempt to kidnap Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma at the Orlu Diocesan Catholic Secretariat of Nigerias Imo State. All Rights Reserved. Contact info: Fr. Francis Egbebu, Abba, Christ the King Parish: Rev. When the chief shepherd appears . Each pastoral experience added to my spiritual growth , humility, and commitment to the service of God and humanity. Dr. Gregory Ochiagha is dead. 10. Anthony Nwosu: Imo State University. Fr. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish Fr. 62. Fr. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu laid to rest one of her priests, Msgr. The history is divided into three parts: the advent of Catholicism in Idomaland, the making of Otukpo Diocese and Otukpo as a diocese. * Interdiocesan Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Anthonys Parish Councils By this assignment you are commissioned by the Church to care for the spiritual wellbeing of Christs faithful assigned to your care through sound doctrinal teaching, appropriate administration of the Sacraments of the Church especially, the Holy Eucharist, visitation of the sick, dedicated pastoral leadership and probity of life. SMMM Casmir OnyeagwaraRev. orlu diocese apostolic work | CNET www.cnetcomputer.com 1 Jan 2021 Fr. . We congratulate Most Rev. 142. The Synod is meant to be a journey of sharing, reflecting and listening to one another at all levels in the Church: parish, diocesan, provincial, national, continental, and universal. On November 29, 1980, the diocese was created out of the then Owerri Diocese (now Owerri Archdiocese), by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II. Fr. Vicent Dike(Assistant Parish Priest), Abajah, St. Michael Parish:Rev. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH []. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. Fr. 154. Oboro Amurie, St. Michaels Parish ** Awo-idemili, St. Martin De Porres Parish It is through the right political choices that our current situation can be ameliorated. All citizens need to know, right from childhood, that they are stakeholders in the political affairs of their country; that they are actors and not mere spectators. 146. Regrettably, the government has not lived up to its duties with regard to security. The Apostolic Church Peter Umoh Assembly Calabar 54020 . Fr. Father Cyricus Udegbulem, a priest of Orlu Diocese who went to serve in Brooklyn Diocese, New York in 1998 . Modestus UkwanduRev. The Catechetics Degree Programs and the Catechetical Institute (CI) at Franciscan University of Steubenville work in concert to prepare clergy, religious and laity to join the "army of catechists" called for by St. John Paul II, eager to help the Church in her mission of making all nations joyful disciples of Jesus Christ. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Onyele Christogonus Fr. Fr. MSP Michael AnyasoroRev. 69 talking about this. Eze Callistus Oruigbo Valentine Linus Okafor, Akpulu, St. James Parish: Rev. He urged urge all the faithful to assume their responsibility for the care and discernment of vocations. Christian Achii, Umuele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Fr. 113. Fr. Umuowa, St. Marys Parish Mgbee, Holy Cross Parish Amaifeke, St. Josephs Parish Muodebelu, Francis 168. John Kanu, Eziawa, St. Anthony 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. Brian Udaigwe: Apostolic Nuncio to Benin, Titular Archbishop of Suelli, Rev. 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. 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.. In Roman Catholicism the college of bishops is the successor to the college of the Apostles; the earliest mention of the office of bishop is found in the New Testament. Fr. Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish He adds, Members of the public are advised to report suspicious movement of criminals as well as hideouts of the outlawed IPOB/ESN to law enforcement agencies as the group is only out to intimidate, steal and kidnap law-abiding citizens for ransom.. When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the crown of unfading glory. 1 Pet 5:1-11. Fr. Anusionwu Lukeben We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. Fr. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Abba Christ the King Parish Okorie Valentine Fr. Fr. Umundugba, St. Marys Parish Fr. We acknowledge the Presidents commitment to ensuring a level playing ground for all candidates in the elections. Fr. Fr. Fr. James Nwokeji (Assistant Secretary), Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish, Orlu:Rev. Theophilius Nwadike, Isiozi-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 167. Anthony Nwosu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. We, however, enjoin the Commission to ensure that this technology is transparently deployed, in order to increase the confidence of the people in the electoral process. Diocese of ORLU - Anglican Communion . Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. Fr. Anaele Charles Fr. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Fr. Fr. Fr. Mgbidi, St. Johns Parish ** Fr. Uli, Sacred Heart Parish * 16. Holy See | If we succeed in doing these things, we shall indeed cross the threshold into a new dawn in our country. SCHONESTAT Kizito Nwadike(Assistant Parish Priest), Ezioha Amaifeke, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Michaels Parish 6 min read. In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . Fr. It is therefore, fitting that at such a major milestone, we pause and thank the Lord of the harvest for his call and grace to respond. Justin Onyenemegam. Emmanuel Izuka, Very Rev. George Chikata Ike-Ozoigbo, equally urged the church faithful to refrain from the habit of tempting ordained Clergy men, pointing out that as mere mortals, they are always confronted with human challenges which can only be tackled via fervent prayers. Fr. Okonkwo Anthony, Eziama-Obaire, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Osimeleze Stanley Fr. Fr. This term was retained in the East, where the Council of Constantinople (381) reserved the word diocese for the territory subject to a patriarch (can. Vernatius EdihRev. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. The Bishop of NigeriasCatholic Diocese of Orluhas condemned the September 17 killing of two residents and torching of markets in two South-east communities of his Episcopal See allegedly by troops belonging to Nigerian government security agencies. Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. 173. 40. About Franciscan Catechetics. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. Ikechukwu Okpara, Mgbee, Holy Cross: Rev. View the profiles of people named Orlu Diocese. Mmadufor Gerald Bonaventure Ogbu, Arondizuogu, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Fr. 152. Odume Kizito Donatus Aihmiosion OGUN, OSA, Plot 459, Cadastral Zone B2, Southern Parkway, Durumi 1, Abuja, Web: Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. 104. Fr. Urualaa, St. Johns Parish * Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. 141. 135. Fr. 79. Sylvester Nnaekezie, Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Uli, St. Judes Parish In consonance with the principles of the Social Teaching of the Church, our people should be made aware of the duty to be both good leaders and followers. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY . August 5, 2022 Fr. 147. Ogwurumba Christopher Following persistent cases of insecurity recorded in Nigerias Orlu Diocese, the Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese located within Imo State has appealed to the warring parties to end the bloodshed and seek dialogue. Raymond Alaneme, Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Every Roman Catholic bishop is a bishop of a placeeither a proper area, or jurisdiction, of which he is the ordinary (as he is called in church law . Fr. 15. William Onwuneme, Elugwu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish: Rev. Benedict Obi(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerre-Akokwa, St. David parish: Rev. 69. IN THE SERVICE OF THE UNIVERSAL CHURCHMost Rev. BE A BENEFACTOR OF VOCATION INTEREST PROMOTERS ASSOCIATION. 17. MSCC 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. Uli St. Anthonys Parish Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. Fr. Polycarp IbebuikeRev. Gorge ChikataRev. Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish Fr. Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the Worker Parish Anyim Michael 25. Akokwa, St. Barnabas Parish Nkume, St. Josephs Parish 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. Fr. Fr. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish Mmadubueze Frankline Anthony J.V. Achinonu Samuel 64. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Awo-idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish His lordship began his Primary education at St. Josephs Catholic School Umuna, moved to St Peter Clavers minor seminary Okpala in 1969. Okwudor, Christ the King Parish Celestine Uzondu, IMOSTATE POLYTECHNIC UMUAGWURev. Fredrick Nnabuife, CHAPLAIN MARY LEAGUE GIRLS: Rev. Join Facebook to connect with Orlu Diocese and others you may know. Fr. 85. Ikemezie Mulumba Fr. Agnes currently serves as a journalist for ACI Africa. 171. Francis Onyealusi, Awo-Idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish: Rev. Remigius Anyadioha, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, OWERRI: 082-440256, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, ARIAM UMUAHIARev. Fr. Joseph OkorieRev. 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 Bulus Dauwa Yohanna as its first Bishop (16 June 2022); the episcopal ordination and installation of Most Rev. Home | Okoro Augustine 7. 88. While it is not our responsibility as religious leaders to dictate to political parties the choices of their presidential, vice presidential and other candidates, we have the duty to advise the citizenry to bear in mind the implications of these choices while electing the next set of leaders. Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria Telephone: (0803)70.61.33.22 Past and Present Ordinaries. Fr. Osina, St. Michaels Parish Bala Jayanna Yaddanapalli (Ordained April 28, 2011) Associate Pastor - St. Henry Parish (Owasso) 918.272.3710. fr.bala.jayanna.yaddanapalli dioceseoftulsa.org; Roman Catholic Diocese of Tulsa 12300 E. 91st Street South Broken Arrow, OK . Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Ogudo KingsleyEziali Mgbidi, St. Michael Parish: Rev. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Popes | 131. Arondizuogu, St. Philips Parish Umuwala, St. Johns Parish Companion Link. House of Grace Ede Ede . 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 . Rev. Munonye Francis Fr. Edeh Emmanuel HF Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish 50. xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. Okpara, and Priest in charge of Holy Rosary parish, Umuele, Amazano, in Njamba Council Area of Imo state, Rev. According to the report, troops in response to a distress call swiftly moved to the scene forcing the assailants to take to their heels thereby abandoning their mission. Date of Inauguration: . 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. Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. Fr. 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. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU The fruits of the prayer efforts, fund raising and the work of the hands of so many outstanding . 100. Martin Kingsley Umelo, Okwabala, All Saints Parish: Rev. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest . Ugonna Mbonu, Rev. Politics is a noble vocation. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. [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 . Notify me of follow-up comments by email. 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. I sincerely thank each of them, especially my father, late Mr. Thomas Okpara, and my mother, Nneoma Madam Alice Okpara. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. The diocese has vibrant laity who collaborate with ordained ministers in carrying out the joy of the gospel of Christ. Dioceses: Fr. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. VINCENTIAN OMd Fr. Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish Uchechukwu Nnajiofor, Rev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. 2022-09-08 - 2022-09-10. . Fr. 27. FORUM Fr. Ethelbert NgokaRev. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish Journalist101 is an online newspaper platform aimed at giving timely and correct information on national news, politics, metro, business, entertainment, sports, and opinions. Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Clergy and parishioners were required to sign nondisclosure agreements in order to talk to out of town bishops who were part of Knoxville's apostolic visit, according to three sources. Fr. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. John Bosco Mba-OforRev. Amaofuo, St. Marys Parish Aloysius Anudu, Awo-Omamma, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Would you like to undertake sponsorship of a Major or Minor seminarian of Orlu Diocese? Fr. 127. Okwara Chimezie 35. We provide news from Africa, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church - so that you can grow in your Catholic faith. "Shed no more blood, work toward unity, peaceful co-existence": Catholic Bishop in Nigeria. by Date | Uli, St. Ignatius Parish ** Oluigbo Kingsley BOX 34 ORLU. Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Fr. Anum Collins 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. Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. 22. Chibuike UkehRev. 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. Amaigbo, St. Michaels Parish He was buried on 4 August 2022. ORLU DIOCESE Most Rev. Also, we congratulate the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) for successfully holding its Assembly in Accra, Ghana (25 July 1 August 2022), and we thank God for its new president, His Eminence Richard Cardinal Baawobr, Bishop of Wa Diocese in Ghana. Sokoto (Prefecture Apostolic); Historical, see Sokoto (Diocese) Sokoto (Diocese) Southern Nigeria {Nigeria Meridionale} (Vicariate Apostolic); Historical , see Onitsha (Archdiocese) 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 housethat they are forgiven. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Okpara, for resisting the temptation of not mounting unnecessary pressures on him, he called on the faithful to always pray for their priests, stressing that because they are also human, and not immune from making mistakes. Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish Bede Okike, NWANEGADI PRESS/FORUM NEWSPAPERE: Rev. Ozara, St. Patricks Parish Donald Nwaka (Assistant Parish Priest), Amauju, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. While it is not our responsibility as religious leaders to dictate to political parties the choices of their presidential, vice presidential and other candidates, we have the duty to advise the citizenry to bear in mind the implications of these choices while electing the next set of leaders. Chrysantus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Ihioma, Regina Pacis Parish: Rev. Osina, St. Judes Parish ** Adibemma Victor Celestine Uzondu, Amaigbo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Samuel Obasi(In Residence)Rev. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Fr. Arihi Gabriel, HUNGARYRev. 3. 21. 122. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. She invests resources for the training of the younger generations. Emmanuel JinehuRev. Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. 170. Fr. Oliver Okolie, Awo-Omamma, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Fr. Callistus Nwobi, DIOCESAN COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES: Rev. An account of the incident reported in the U.S. media at the weekend alleged that Rev. Ukaegbu Camillus Izeji Paschal Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. Parish 81. Amauju, St. Theresas Parish Msgr. Fr. 48. 107. His Lordship, Most Rev. Kenneth AmasiatuRev. Remigius UdembaozohRev. Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Kingsley EbosieRev. 94. We thank the Holy Father, Pope Francis, for calling the Synod on Synodality, which began in October 2021 at the diocesan level and is scheduled to end in October 2023 in Rome. Emmanuel OkonkwoRev. Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. Collins Iwudibe, Amazuno, Arondizuogu St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Patrick Osekwu (Administrator)Rev. With more than 1 million Catholics, the diocese is actively engaged in evangelization and pastoral initiatives. Nwachukwu Raphael Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. 161. Fr. Obodoukwu, St. Marys Parish Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. Fr. 58. 18. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazuno ** Vincent Okafor, Amucha, St. Paschal Parish: Rev. Okpara, who holds PhD in (Counselor Education and Supervision), Walden University, USA, gave thanks to God for calling him to be his priest, despite my unworthiness. 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. Dara Cajetan, Amucha,St. Patrick Parish: Rev. 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. Fr. Fr. OMd Fr. Fr. Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. Fr. Justin OdurukweRev. Fr. In very many ways, you have been a great source of joy and pride to sacred priesthood the Bishop declared. 125. In doing this, without prejudice to their rights to exercise their franchise, priests are not to use the pulpit to promote any particular political party or its candidates. 158. By. Remigius Ezennorom, Amannachi, St. John Parish:Rev. Basil the Great Parish: Rev. Cyriacus Nwadike, Umukaegwu, Akokwa St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. SMMM Fr. Remigius Udeze, Obibi-Ochasi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Director of Vocations. . Fr. Ebenator-Ekwe, St. Anns Parish Umuaka, St. Marys Parish Msgr. Anacletus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, Christ the King Church: Very Rev. Ukonu Emmanuel, Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish:Rev. Fr. Fr. 155. We do not often get to share liturgical images from Africa, and so I was delighted that the NLM was recently contacted about a Solemn Pontifical Mass in the usus antiquior which was offered by Bishop Gregory Ochiagha, bishop emeritus of Orlu Diocese in Nigeria, which was celebrated on the occasion of his Golden Jubilee. Augustine T. Ukwuoma. Bede IdimoguRev. Okpara, had went down memory lane on how his journey to priesthood began. The Apostolic Canons (xiv, xv), and the Council of Nica in 325 (can. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity,2 and 7; John Paul II, Lay Members of Christs Faithful, 16). 159. Desmond Nwanyawu, Uzii, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Current Only | An apostolic visitation by two bishops is a signal church authorities are concerned, a Jesuit priest told Knox News Two bishops conducted a fact-finding visit to the Knoxville diocese late last year.A former church employee and a church member have filed sexual abuse lawsuits against the diocese.Two priests told Knox News they spoke to church officials. Luke IjezieRev. 45. Dikenafai, St. Marys Parish Fr. Owerre-Ebeiri, Our Lady of Lourdess Parish Bernard Duru, Akwu, Akokwa St. Gabriel Parish:Rev. Peter Obioha, OSINA, BONUS PASTOR SEMINARY: Rev. Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martins Parish Honorius Ibe, UMUNA, URBANSECONDARY SCHOOL:Rev. Ubulu, St. Martins Parish Chukwuma Ohajiekwu, Orsu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. 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. 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