Stanley Onyeagba, Amurie-Omanze, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. Fr. The current bishop is Benjamin Chinedum Okeke. Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. 48. The college of bishops. Okonkwo Anthony, Eziama-Obaire, St. Michael Parish: Rev. 7. . The Catholic Diocese of Orlu wishes to use this medium to make an official statement on the armed robbery incident at the Bishops House Orlu, Fr. Augustine Nwankwo, OMIRev. Join the diocese in prayer for the shepherds of the Church as they come to our diocese. Fr. Nwaokoro Bernard Nearby places of worship. Bishop Emeritus Ochiagha was the first bishop of Orlu Diocese. Josephat Obiajunwa, VICAR FOR LAITY: Msgr. Fr. Cardinals by Rank Awo-idemili, Christ the King Parish Dr. Gregory Ochiagha is dead. Tobias Ihionu, Ikpaocha Arondizuogu, St. Patrick: Rev. Egbuna Franklin 96. We call on all citizens to be law-abiding, vigilant, and to shun all forms of violence and criminality. Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. Maurice Emelu: Ass. Overview | The Priest says that after some interval, the Nigerian Army arrived at the scene of the armed robbery and took some photographs. 175. Present at the Mass were Archbishop A.J.V Obinna (Archbishop Emeritus of Owerri Archdiocese), Bishop Augustine Echema (Bishop of Aba Diocese) and numerous priests from within and outside the diocese. Abajah, St. Michaels Parish * Fr. Let us turn our attention to God in prayer and fasting for our nation to get it right. Fr. He urged urge all the faithful to assume their responsibility for the care and discernment of vocations. Fr. 112. 162. Ugonna Mbonu, Rev. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. Fr. Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish For and on behalf of the Christian faithful in Nigeria, we are grateful to Pope Francis for creating another Cardinal from among us, His Eminence, Peter Ebere Cardinal Okpaleke, Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese. Cyril Nwankwo(Spiritual Director)Rev. A A. Contact the director and get involved. Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Eziachi, St. Patricks Parish JohnBosco ObiakorRev. Otulu, St. Anthonys Parish Osina, St. Judes Parish ** It is through the right political choices that our current situation can be ameliorated. Osouf was appointed the first Archbishop of Tokyo. Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the Catholic . 113. Fr. Uchenna Onwuanumkpe, ST. GREGORYS COLLEGE, AMIRI: Rev. It hardly requires pointing out that the second argument commits the same fallacy. Fr. Fr. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Fr. 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. 136. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Fr. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. 63. Kizito Nwadike(Assistant Parish Priest), Ezioha Amaifeke, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 21 Jun 2008. Amaigbo, St. Patricks Parish ** There are over 4,500 oblates, priests and brothers, working in over 65 countries in the world. The fruits of the prayer efforts, fund raising and the work of the hands of so many outstanding . 82. 84. Osigwe Stanley 144. 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. Fr. Amaofuo, St. Marys Parish Fr. 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. Fr. 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. Victor Ejiofor, Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Simeon Eboh, Amike, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Fr. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu will host the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) 2nd Plenary from September 8-16, 2022. Fr. 50. Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish MSP Urualla, St. Stephens Parish Fr. Umuaka, St. Marys Parish Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. More updates about their coming will be provided. IHIOMA. Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Umuobom (Abukwa), Holy Rosary Parish ** xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. Donatus Nnagha, Okponakuma, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Ibiasogbe, St. Pauls Parish I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Anthony J.V. . Ezeka Ephraim Obiekwe Mark-Anthony Nkume, St. Michaels Parish 111. Amaigbo, St. Michaels Parish Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. Titular | Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. Ebere Ephraim Fr. Fr. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Fr. Individuals abroad and more 139. Basil the Great Parish: Rev. Justin Onyenemegam. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest . Use the form below to stay informed, and to tell us where we can send the ACI Africa Updates! Chrysanthus Ugorji (Parish Priest)Rev. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 74). Urualla, St. Judes Parish Fr. Fr. Amaike, St. Peters Parish I sincerely thank each of them, especially my father, late Mr. Thomas Okpara, and my mother, Nneoma Madam Alice Okpara. Vacant | Fr. Ebenator, All Saints Parish 43. Eluagu Paschal Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Aloh Cletus Uchechukwu C.S.SpRev. Fr. Fr. Orji Jeremiah Alele Prince When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the crown of unfading glory. 1 Pet 5:1-11. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Aloysius AbanekeRev. The protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. The Bishop of NigeriasCatholic Diocese of Orluhas, in an extraordinary appeal, directed members of the Clergy, women and men Religious, and the Laity in his Episcopal See to pray and fast for the restoration of peace and respect of human life in the West African nation. 57. Francis Egbebu, Abba, Christ the King Parish: Rev. Esikaiwu Ernest Fr. Jude Thaddeus NnadiRev. SDV Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martins Parish Gabriel Ekpenyo CSSp, Awo-Omamma, St. 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. Callistus Nwobi, DIOCESAN COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES: Rev. Fr. 88. Desmond Chilagorom, FANANCIAL ADMINISTOR: Rev. Titular Archbishop of Marcianopolis Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa. Fr. Box 425, Auchi Edo State. Christopher IhenetuRev. Nnerim, Saints Peter and Paul Parish In his remark, the elated celebrant, Fr. Linus Okafor, Akpulu, St. James Parish: Rev. OSOGBO DIOCESE Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. Fr. 90. Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. SMMM 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. by Date | Fr. Prior to that time, it was part of the Diocese of Owerri. Fr. Ugochukwu Aladi, Otulu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. 69 talking about this. 147. 124. Show: All | General Information | Ordinaries | Historical Summary | Statistics | Affiliated Bishops, Living | Affiliated . Mbato, St. Theresas Parish Arondizuogu, St. Josephs Parish ** Awo-idemili, St. Martin De Porres Parish Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. 128. 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. Fr. Okoro Augustine 19. Remigius UdembaozohRev. . Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazu- Ikpaocha / 5.79639N 7.03889E / 5.79639; 7.03889. We express our heartfelt condolences to all the bereaved and pray for the eternal repose of the deceased. Amanduagba, St. Damains Parish House of Grace Ede Ede . Fr. 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 Fr. Isu, St. Marys Parish Kingsley Emejuru, Mgbidi, St Marys: Rev. Please remember that the Re-union with the Bishop is scheduled from Sunday August 18th to Friday 23rd, 2019 at St. Marys Seminary, Umuowa. Fr. 16. Since our last Plenary Meeting in Abuja in March 2022, we have had the retirement of Bishop John Afareha of Warri Diocese (18 April 2022) and the appointment of Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze as the Apostolic Administrator of Warri Diocese; the installation of Most Rev. Fr. 71. 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. Placid Eze, Arondizuogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. If you want to be part of the preparation, please contact the diocesan chancery. 83. 99. The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Nkwerre, St. Thomass Parish Thomas ObiatuegwuRev. 167. Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Anthonys Parish 174. Fr. SDV 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. Fr. Rev. 42. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the Worker Parish Ihitenansa (Amangogu), St. Marys Parish 61. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). Umuago, St. Charles Parish Fr. Anthony Udem, Amanator, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Umudioka Ukwu, St. Anthonys Parish We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Anaele Charles The Bishop, had earlier in his congratulating massage to Fr. 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. If we succeed in doing these things, we shall indeed cross the threshold into a new dawn in our country. Ogberuru, St. Patricks Parish Judethaddeus Osunkwo Ph.D Catholic Priest at RCAB; Pastor; Author & Publisher Lakeville, Massachusetts, United States Uli, St. Ignatius Parish ** Gorge ChikataRev. Livinus Igbodekwe, Uli, St. Anthony of Padua Parish: Rev. Fr. In very many ways, you have been a great source of joy and pride to sacred priesthood the Bishop declared. Christian Achii, Umuele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Vincent MbahRev. All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. 44. Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Awo-idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. Umundugba, St. Marys Parish Ukaegbu Camillus Fr. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . 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. Director of Vocations. The Requiem Mass was presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Orlu, Most Rev. Mgbidi, St. Michaels Parish ** Msgr. Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Mgbidi, St. Josephs Parish Osina, St. Michaels Parish Fr. Alphonsus Anumudu, Urualla, St. Peters Parish: Rev Fr. Christian Azubuike, Abba, St. Theresa Parish:Rev. We also had the erection of Kontagora Diocese and the installation of Most Rev. It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish 101. Fr. Following the continued rejection of Bishop-elect of the Diocese, Bishop Peter Ebele Okpaleke, who underwent Episcopal Consecration on . 2. Fr. Fr. John Bosco Obika, DIRECTOR DOMUS CLERO: Rev. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Principal), UMUAKA, ST. SAVIOURSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 14. For you and your family. Msgr. Fr. Cletus Osuji, Rev. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. SMMM Obibi-Ochasi, St. Josephs Parish Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. 20. CMF Paulinus Okeke(PrincipalDominic Savio Secondary school), Nnerim Ndugba, SS Peter And Paul: Rev. Fr. With their labour of love, a true Opus Dei, Opus Manuum, skilled, dedicated, talented and committed lay people and religious pray for and support the work of Irish Missionaries (and others) wherever they serve.. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Uli St. Anthonys Parish Fr. 95. Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. From Magnus Eze, Enugu Pioneer bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Most Rev. Journalist101 is an online newspaper platform aimed at giving timely and correct information on national news, politics, metro, business, entertainment, sports, and opinions. 129. BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Support Our Mission As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church []. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazuno ** Obodoukwu, St. Johns Parish ** Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Collins Iwudibe, Amazuno, Arondizuogu St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Fr. John Bosco Mba-OforRev. POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 Fr. Chukwuma Ohajiekwu, Orsu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Benneth Imochukwu, Umueshi, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. 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. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish The group had been formed by bishop Antnio de Castro Mayer and had been associated with the Society of St. Pius X of Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Oliver Okolie, Awo-Omamma, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. No doubt, we stand at a crossroads. Joseph MaduikeRev. 1. MSCC Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish 131. Amagu, St. Patricks Parish * In 1980, he was elevated to Bishop of Orlu in Nigeria. 46:7). Fr. A Catholic Bishop in Nigeria has invited the people of God in the West African nation to pray for their political leaders involved in campaigns ahead of the 2023 elections to always turn to God, submitting to His will. Argument #2: The growth of the Church in Africa since Vatican II is entirely thanks to The Council. Isunjaba, St. Josephs Parish Onyema Emmanuel Ijeoma Kenneth Josephat Ndinojuo (Rector)Rev. Fr. hebronhomeng house 11A, Pitsidia . Ikechukwu Okpara, Mgbee, Holy Cross: Rev. Msgr. Obi Francis 170. 9. Ukanero Collins Fr. The Anglican Diocese of Orlu is one of 12 within the Anglican Province of Owerri, itself one of 14 provinces within the Church of Nigeria. Fr. Fr. Chibuike Ukeh, UZII, CUSTOS ECCLESIAE SEMINARY: Rev. 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. 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. Ad Limina | 156. Urualaa, St. Johns Parish * Isiokpo, St. Johns Parish Fr. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Celestine Ugwu CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Umualoma, St. John Parish: Rev. Celestine NwosuRev. Isdore Igwegbe, Isu Dim Na Nume, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. 8. Ibeh Nicholas Fr. Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish Fr. Following persistent cases of insecurity recorded in Nigeria's 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. Fr. 109. Home | Parish 125. Remigius Udembaozor, DIRECTOR DIOCESAN ICT CENTER AND DIOCESAN WEBSITE: Rev. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. Fr. Arondizuogu, St. James Parish Alaoma Lawrence MSP Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Eze Henry Fr. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. An apostolic administrator is a bishop who is appointed by the Pope to see to the good order and administration of a diocese that is awaiting the appointment of a permanent bishop or ordinary. ** Religious Congregation Fredrick Nnabuife, CHAPLAIN MARY LEAGUE GIRLS: Rev. On 16th October 1975, he was sent to Bigard Memorial Seminary, Enugu to begin his philosophical studies, by the late Bishop Mark [], 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. Muodebelu, Francis Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Nwaokoro Bernard 3. Fr. 17. Msgr. Mmadufor Gerald Fr. Donatus Dozie, Amazu, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. Fr. Charles EmezieRev. Augustine Ifediba, Uli, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. 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. Udegbe Henry We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. Stephen Okafor, St. Camillus Chaplaincy IMSUTH: Rev. Fr. Bishops House, Orlu:Rev. Fr. Fr. High-ranking Catholic clergy conducted a fact-finding visit to the Diocese of Knoxville late last year, three sources confirmed to Knox News, as two . Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish Umuma, St. Andrews Parish ** Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. For more information visit www.orludiocese.org. In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. 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. Donald Nwaka (Assistant Parish Priest), Amauju, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Nnamezie Rginald Fr. Fr. Kenneth Agu (Secretary)Rev. Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. Fr. Amaifeke, St. Gregorys Parish Cyril Duru, Amaigbo, St.Patrick: Rev. Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'iroko' and father figure in the Orlu . 12. 78. Nwokeji Henry Akuma, St. Johns Parish Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . 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. Ohadugha Christopher Fr. Agnes currently serves as a journalist for ACI Africa. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. Fr. NAMES 25. Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish 127. Emmanuel DurunwaRev. Date of Inauguration: . Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . Gregory OkorobiaRev. Amorka, St. Peters Parish George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. 143. Join Facebook to connect with Orlu Diocese and others you may know. Wishing you an enriching and fruitful Apostolate. You are expected to be settled by 5pm. Lagos 23401 . Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. 107. 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. Fr. Spiralling inflation, high costs of goods and services, soaring unemployment, crude oil theft and non-functioning refineries have inflicted untold hardship on the citizens. George Chikata 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. 0:32. Offor Bede As we rejoice with you, we cannot but recall the many years of selfless service that you have rendered to the Church and humanity. Brendan Diribe (Parish Priest)Rev. 140. Fr. Thanks to Divine providence and protection, both the Bishop and his household are safe and unharmed, Fr. For example, Orlu Diocese was established in 1980. Victor Okoroama(Assistant Parish Priest), Akatta, St. Patricks Parish:Rev. Chibueze Igwe(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, Queen of Apostles Parish: Rev. On April 17, 1891. the Vicariate Apostolic of Northern Japan was divided into the Archdiocese of Tokyo and the Diocese of Hakodate, and Mgr. 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. Munonye Francis Fr. Ochiagha retired in 2008. John, O. Onaiyekan[ Apostolic Administrator] Catholic Bishop's House, Box 205, Imo State, 6. Nevertheless, the Church is not indifferent or neutral to the formation and activities of the political community (cf. Urualla, St. Peters Parish Nnempi, St. Josephs Parish ** Onuegbunweze Franklin Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. Mgbidi, St. Johns Parish ** Fr. Remigius Udeze, Obibi-Ochasi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Amiri, St. Geralds Parish Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . Nwachukwu MacDonald, Fr. Emmanuel Nwokeji(Ass. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish 59. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. 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. Umuaka, St. Pauls Parish ** Andrew Esomonu, UMUOWA: ST. MARY SEMINARY: Rev. In Africa, touted most . Fr. Abba, SS. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. Anacletus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, Christ the King Church: Very Rev. Catholicism in the area called Otukpo Diocese is traceable to the first quarter of the 20th century. Stanley NwokejiRev. We call on all our citizens and institutions to work towards responsible political behaviour and informed choices. Fr. 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. Fr. Fr. Fr. Joel Ibebuike, Isunjaba, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Enwerem Joseph Arondizuogu, St. Andrews Parish Ferdinand Madu: Chaplain Armed Forces U.S.A. Rev. Umuowa, St. Marys Parish While we continue to call on civil authorities to stand up to their constitutional responsibility of safeguarding the lives and property of Nigerians, we enjoin all to strengthen security measures in their homes and institutions. Ethelbert NgokaRev. Linus Osuchukwu: Nigerian Air force. Emmanuel Eburuaja. Cornelius Omeike(In Residence), Uli, St. Jude Parish: Rev. Joseph Nwiboko, St. Augustine Police Chaplaincy: Rev. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Furthermore, this poor state of our economy has led to the mass migration of our human capital, especially professional and skilled labourers, fleeing the nation in search of greener pastures. Fr. Fr. 70. Fr. Fr. It is named after one of the oldest parishes in the region, Regina Pacis Parish Ihioma, which is located southwest from the Cathedral. The priests are not the targets of the . 56. Therefore, we renew our call on the Federal Government and ASUU to find a quicker and better way of resolving the matters under contention so that public universities will re-open. Nwanekezie Stanislaus, Akatta, St. Michael Parish:Rev. 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. Fr. HF Martin Kingsley Umelo, Okwabala, All Saints Parish: Rev. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Osimeleze Stanley 117. Gordian Ihebunachi, Arondizuogu, St. Michael Parish: Rev. CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF WEST AFRICA (CIWA) PORT HARCOURT: Rev. This happened when the . Kevin Owuekwe, Mgbidi, St. Joseph Parish: Very Re. Bernard Ukwuegbu. as its first Bishop and Most . 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: Kenneth Obialisi Director/EditorRev. 26. OMd International Taxpayers. Nwanedo Luke Emmanuel Okorondu, Umuowa, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 28. All | Fr. Fr. 133. Obinna as Archbishop of Owerri after 29 years of dynamic leadership to the Archdiocese. Fr. Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Categories Telecommunication Company. We acknowledge the Presidents commitment to ensuring a level playing ground for all candidates in the elections. Fr. Isu (Umunakara), St. Cyrils Parish Sabinus Ekebor (Associate Administrator), Holy Rosary Parish, Orlu:Rev. 51. 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