For this and many more, we are grateful to God and proud of you. 158. Fr. Isu, St. Marys Parish In 1980, he was elevated to Bishop of Orlu in Nigeria. Lucius Iwejuru UGORJI Most Rev. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Oguegbu Louis Maria Justin Onyenemegam. Fr. Cyriacus Nwadike, Umukaegwu, Akokwa St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. An . 12. Fr. Eugene DikeRev. In his message on the 53rd World Day of Prayer for Vocation, Pope Francis said, "There can be no promotion of vocations or Christian mission apart from constant contemplative prayer". 55. Fr. Fr. Orji Jeremiah Amucha, St. Anthonys Parish Fr. Lawrence Okafor, Umuzike, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. 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. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu, is in the news again, albeit for the wrong reason. Urualla, St. Judes Parish Fr. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius 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. All Rights Reserved. The protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. Luke IjezieRev. Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. Gabriel G. Dunia Bishop's House P. O. Okehie Jerome(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Okoye John Paul(Assistant), Umuozu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. Okwudor, Christ the King Parish We also had the erection of Kontagora Diocese and the installation of Most Rev. Raymond Alaneme, Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. Fr. John Oguerege Okeke CSSpRev. Fr. Fr. Livinus ObiohaRev. 96. Apostolic Nuncio FIDEI DONUM U S A Isiokpo, St. Johns Parish Judethaddeus Osunkwo Ph.D Catholic Priest at RCAB; Pastor; Author & Publisher Lakeville, Massachusetts, United States Fr. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish 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: Michael Anyasoro, REGINA PACIS PASTORAL REGION: Rev. Remigius Anyadioha, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, OWERRI: 082-440256, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, ARIAM UMUAHIARev. Cardinals by Rank Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'Iroko' and father figure in the Orlu Catholic diocese having served in the Lord's . Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. 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. Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. 64. Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, 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. Amucha, St. Patricks Parish Ajiero Kizito Abel EzenwaRev. Vacant | Johnbosco Ezugba, Osina, St. Michael: Rev. Ezechukwu Chrysantus 117. ii). In the November 2 statement, Fr. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 Titular Archbishop of Marcianopolis Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa. My family has been part of journey and significant support system. Okwudor, St. Pauls Parish John Ukwuoma: Rev. 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. Sylvanus Ibe, Obodoukwu, St. MaryParish:Rev. 97. Casmir OnyeagwaraRev. 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. Uli, Sacred Heart Parish * January 11, 2021. Nwabichie Anslem 0. 88. Fr. Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. Join Facebook to connect with Orlu Diocese and others you may know. 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. Fr. BE A BENEFACTOR OF VOCATION INTEREST PROMOTERS ASSOCIATION. Awo-Omamma, St. Marys Parish Urualaa, St. Johns Parish * In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. Obi Francis Fr. Isdore Igwegbe, Isu Dim Na Nume, St. Paul Parish: Rev. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Dominic NwuzorRev. We thank Most Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Michaels Parish Fr. Nwokeji Henry Fr. 6 min read. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). . Nkamuike Casmir 43. JohnBosco ObiakorRev. Fr. Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. Fr. Nwanedo Luke Oct 9 . An instance is the recent mass shooting and bombing attacks on St Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, on Pentecost Sunday, 5 June 2022, in which 41 worshippers were killed and 70 grievously injured. 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. Fr. 24. The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. 156. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. Consistories | HF Charles EmezieRev. 98. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the Worker Parish The bishop visits the members of the Catholic diocese every weekend, to attend to their spiritual and pastoral needs. Fr. We, therefore, renew our call on all our faithful, laity and clergy alike, to come out en masseto vote for people of unassailable integrity, who have the good character, capacity and track record to lead our nation out of the present socio-political and economic doldrums, irrespective of party, religious and ethnic affiliations. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu (Latin: Orluan(a)) is a diocese located in . 50. Fr. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Fr. Mgbidi, St. Patricks Parish Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Fr. 172. 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. More updates about their coming will be provided. Fr. Amaofuo, St. Marys Parish Okwara Chimezie Bishops House, Orlu:Rev. Fr. iii) ASUU Strike and Education in our Nation. The fruits of the prayer efforts, fund raising and the work of the hands of so many outstanding . SCHONESTAT Fr. As a Pastor, you have touched the lives of many in many positive ways. Msgr. Obeakpo, St. Charles Parish The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) on Wednesday, August 23, 2019 elected six new Bishops and translated one Bishop to fill the vacancies in dioceses where their Bishops have either retired or will be retiring in the next few months. Emmanuel Eburuaja. Overview | 69. While we pray for our new Cardinal, we continue to pledge our loyalty to the Holy Father and seek better ways to deepen our commitment to the task of evangelisation of the peoples. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish Vitus Okechukwu, Umudioka-Ukwu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. Living | HF Augustine Ibeh, CMFRev. Thaddeus Ihebinike, Amagu, St. Patricks Parish: Rev. Athanasius Oyima, Umuma-Isiaku, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Ferdinand Madu: Chaplain Armed Forces U.S.A. Rev. Abajah, St. Michaels Parish * Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Chrysantus Onwuzuruigbo, Umuna, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Fr. Achinonu Samuel The Apostolic Canons (xiv, xv), and the Council of Nica in 325 (can. Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. 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. Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. Kassi Hemann, OMI, Isiekenesi, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Emmanuel Izuka, Very Rev. The diocese has vibrant laity who collaborate with ordained ministers in carrying out the joy of the gospel of Christ. 145. In his remark, the elated celebrant, Fr. Fr. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. Toochukwu Ezikeudu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish: Rev. Edeh Emmanuel Nnagboro Kizito * Interdiocesan Fr. FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. Josephat Ndinojuo (Rector)Rev. Paulinus Okeke(PrincipalDominic Savio Secondary school), Nnerim Ndugba, SS Peter And Paul: Rev. Fr. Anusionwu Lukeben Awo-idemili, Christ the King Parish MSP 35. Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Fr. 126. CCE Arondizuogu, St. Josephs Parish ** Ugonna Mbonu, Rev. 2022-09-08 - 2022-09-10. . 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. Okpara, and Priest in charge of Holy Rosary parish, Umuele, Amazano, in Njamba Council Area of Imo state, Rev. Cornelius Omeike(In Residence), Uli, St. Jude Parish: Rev. Director of Vocations. Fr. Fr. It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. 82. Fr. Modestus UkwanduRev. 129. Ogboko, Holy Trinity Parish Nkume, St. Michaels Parish Patrick Osekwu (Administrator)Rev. Gorge Chikata, VICAR GENERAL: Very Rev. Finian NwaozorRev. Fr. PARISH It is always of time of spiritual binding, healing, and friendship with the flock the Lord entrusts to his care. Charles C. Ojiaku, Atta, St. Fidelis Parish: Rev. Fr. Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. Fr. 175. 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. Ubulu, St. Martins Parish Uche Valentine Umuaka, St. Marys Parish 37. Anthony Nwosu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish Fr. 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. Cajetan OlegharaRev. Fr. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Stanley Iloanusi, Nkume, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Fr. ** Religious Congregation Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Regina Pacis Region is one of four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Ngozichukwu Chimezie, Awo-Idemili, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Josephs Parish Father Cyricus Udegbulem, a priest of Orlu Diocese who went to serve in Brooklyn Diocese, New York in 1998 . Stanley NwokejiRev. death was the . It hardly requires pointing out that the second argument commits the same fallacy. Stanley Onyeagba, Amurie-Omanze, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Fr. 87. Fr. Fr. Ugbelle-Akah, St. Josephs Parish ** Ihitenansa (Amangogu), St. Marys Parish 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. Obiekwe Mark-Anthony Precious Eze, Okporo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. On August 13, 1912, the Archdiocese of Tokyo ceded the prefectures of Toyama, Fukui and Ishikawa to the newly established Prefecture Apostolic of Niigata . 6. 89. 100. MSCC Fr. Show: All | General Information | Ordinaries | Historical Summary | Statistics | Affiliated Bishops, Living | Affiliated . Fr. Facebook gives people the power to. Fr. Use the form below to stay informed, and to tell us where we can send the ACI Africa Updates! Fr. 150. Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Nwaokoro Bernard 3. 7. Desmond Nwanyawu, Uzii, St. Paul Parish: Rev. 155. Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. BOX 34 ORLU. 142. Bonaventure Ogbu, Arondizuogu, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. 4. Individuals abroad and more Maurice Emelu: Ass. Fredrick Nnabuife, CHAPLAIN MARY LEAGUE GIRLS: Rev. Fr. Gregory OkorobiaRev. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. 143. Fr. 161. .. Fr. Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. Nwachukwu Jude 40. Brian Udaigwe: Apostolic Nuncio to Benin, Titular Archbishop of Suelli, Rev. Akatta, St. Patricks Parish Fr. Emmanuel Ilozulike, Nkwerre, St. Thomas Parish: Rev. Mmeremiukwu, Assah-Ubirielem, St. Mary Parish: Rev. However, we believe that a resort to courts may not be the best and fastest way to solve the problem. Fr. Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. His lordship began his Primary education at St. Josephs Catholic School Umuna, moved to St Peter Clavers minor seminary Okpala in 1969. Fr. 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, The Catholic Bishop was saved after troops responded to a distress call at about 2:30 a.m. on Sunday 31 October 2021,, Pope Francis Cuts Free and Discounted Rent for Cardinals, Vatican Managers, Catholic Bishops in Nigeria Call for Calm, Electoral Body Declares President-elect, Kenyas Supreme Court Pro-Homosexual Rights Ruling Disturbing: Christian Professionals, German Catholic Priest Still Missing 100 Days after Kidnapping in Mali, Caritas Freetown Lauds EU Commitment to Support Credible Elections in Sierra Leone, Scheduled SECAM Plenary Assembly to prepare draft of African Synod Document: Official, Another Catholic Priest in Nigerias Enugu Diocese Freed after Abduction, God has not, will never abandon His people: Nigerian Bishop amid Regional Insecurity, Shed no more blood, work toward unity, peaceful co-existence: Catholic Bishop in Nigeria. 136. 121. 66. Fr. 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. Fr. 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. George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. Fr. Luke IjezieRev. Armed robbery and cybercrimes have continued unabated. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. Nevertheless, this oft-repeated claim about Africa really deserves to be examined more closely, as it is one of the great myths of our time. Fr. Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the Catholic . 130. Anyaoha Benedict Offor Bede Paschal Onyelonu, Ihioma, St. John Parish: Rev. Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. Edmund Igboanusi, Abba, Saints Peter & Paul: Rev. 131. Fr. Current Only | Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. Longinus Chukwudi Nwaka, Obodoukwu, St. Patricks: Rev. Agnes Aineah is a Kenyan journalist with a background in digital and newspaper reporting. Pope Francis has announced the establishment of the Catholic Diocese of Aguleri and appointed Bishop Denis Isizoh the Diocese's first Bishop. Linus Okafor, Akpulu, St. James Parish: Rev. Fr. Ernest Chike DikeRev. 41. Onyema Emmanuel Fr. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. Only when the people are enlightened to take cognisance of their duties to the nation and their rights in it can they escape the servitude of political manipulation and ignorance in their electoral habits. Fr. FORUM Fr. Ebere Ephraim Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Fr. 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. 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 . Emmanuel Okorondu, Umuowa, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Our Correspondent reports that the colourful reception of the ceremony which began earlier in the day with a Holy Mass at the Church of Immaculate Conception (CIC), Umuchima, the home parish of Fr. 122. Otulu, St. Anthonys Parish Jude Udokwu, Isiekenesi, St Patricks Umuaghobe: Rev. Assah-Ubirielem, St. Marys Parish Remigius UdembaozohRev. Arondizuogu, St. Andrews Parish Fr. We commend our nation into the hands of God as we move ahead in faith, hope and trust. 86. 8. Credit: Orlu Diocese. 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. 33. Ukonu Emmanuel, Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish:Rev. You are expected to be settled by 5pm. Akokwa, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Anyim Michael Ebenator, All Saints Parish Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Anthonys Parish The Apostolic Church Peter Umoh Assembly Calabar 54020 . Eze Henry 38. Msgr. Fr. Marcel Olebune, Isiokwu Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima: Rev. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish Fr. Onwugbufor Martin Lagos 23401 . Livinus OkoroRev. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. I remain grateful to them for being supportive and receptive to my Ministry he stated. Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Dominic Obiakor, Umuago, St. Charles Parish:Rev. Fr. Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish 110. Awo-Omamma, St. Basils Parish Ibeh Nicholas Fr. It was gathered that the protest led to the destruction of the Enugu Catholic Diocese Bishop's Court and Holy Ghost Cathedral in Enugu.. Peter Obioha, OSINA, BONUS PASTOR SEMINARY: Rev. Ikechukwu Okpara, Mgbee, Holy Cross: Rev. Fr. [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 . Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Orlu, 09 October, 2021 / 10:00 pm (ACI Africa). 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. Box 430 Orlu, Imo State. Youngest | 162. Fr. 134. Ohadugha Christopher Mgbe Cyprain Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazuno ** Kenneth Agu (Secretary)Rev. Nnempi, St. Josephs Parish ** Mbanude Richard Fr. Rev. Gordian Ihebunachi, Arondizuogu, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Ndubuaku Chukwuka 17. It was in 1966 that the confines of the present Catholic Diocese of Orlu were raised to Deanery with Rev. Onuegbunweze Franklin Fr. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Ndiuche The current bishop is Benjamin Chinedum Okeke. 95. Umuago, St. Charles Parish 20. We prayerfully wish him a full and speedy recovery. Fr. Fr. Fr. Josephat Obiajunwa, VICAR FOR LAITY: Msgr. 30. 0:32. 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. Support Our Mission As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church []. Donatus Nnagha, Okponakuma, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. This is an initiative of the National Directorate of Social Communications, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, (CSN), the Communication Office of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), National Directorate of Social Communications, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria. 92. 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. We believe that quality education impacts the world positively. 107. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY . Isu (Umunakara), St. Cyrils Parish She lives the Holy Father Pope Francis mandate of living the joy of the Gospel in the margins of society. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. Paschal Agu, Amandugba, St. Damian Parish: Rev. Contact the director and get involved. Fr. 19. Address Catholic Diocese of Orlu Secretariate, Orlu, Nigeria P.O. Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Paul Anozie, Aji, St. Marys Parish:Rev. Nichodemus Anudu, Awo-Omamma, Christ the KingChurch: Rev. Fr. His Lordship, Most Rev. Parishes - Catholic Diocese of Orlu orludiocese.org P. O. 51. Fr. Companion Link. Fr. Adibemma Victor Remigius Udeze, Obibi-Ochasi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Abba Christ the . Website(s) www.orludiocese.org . Isu Okporo, st. Martins Parish 138. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Anthony J.V. Ikechukwu NwaghaRev. 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. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTIONS: Rev. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish Awo-idemili, St. Martin De Porres Parish Fidelis Ajamugha, Awo Idemili, St. Patrick: Rev. 22. All | Fr. Text is . Urualla, St. Peters Parish 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. 105. Umutanze, St. Marys Parish Ebe Santus Abajah, St. Michael's Parish * Abia Alphonsus 4. No doubt, we stand at a crossroads. We congratulate Most Rev. (Dr) Agustin Ukwuoma, who is also the celebrants boss. The Bishop of NigeriasCatholic Diocese of Orluhas condemned the Easter Sunday attack against innocent civilians in Imo State of the Southeastern region of Nigeria, saying that darkness has overcome the country owing to protracted insurgency. Chrysantus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Ihioma, Regina Pacis Parish: Rev. Date of Inauguration: . Fr. Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Justin Madu, Umutanze, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 133. Fr. I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. MSCC Fr. Fr. Uchenna Onwuanumkpe, ST. GREGORYS COLLEGE, AMIRI: Rev. Akokwa, Christ the King Parish ** Fr. Ebenator-Ekwe, St. Anns Parish Henry Okolie, Abajah, Holy Rosary:Rev. An Orlu Diocesan newspaper. Fr. Ugokwe Isdore, Amaofuo, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 15. Fr. Fr. I sincerely thank each of them, especially my father, late Mr. Thomas Okpara, and my mother, Nneoma Madam Alice Okpara. 28. Msgr. AUCHI DIOCESE Most Rev. . Eziachi, St. Patricks Parish Fr. Fr. Emmanuel MaduRev. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. Ukaegbu Camillus Ubulu, Christ the Kings Parish Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. Fr. BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Nkwerre, St. Thomass Parish John Bosco Mba-OforRev. Joseph MaduikeRev. Ede Victor. 78. Each pastoral experience added to my spiritual growth , humility, and commitment to the service of God and humanity. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 74). SMMM Obodoukwu, St. Johns Parish ** Aloysius Anudu, Awo-Omamma, St. Mary Parish: Rev. ORLU DIOCESE Most Rev. Chimezie Chinemerem Unadike, Awo-Omamma, St. John Parish: 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. Amaifeke, St. Gregorys Parish Fr. Amagu, St. Patricks Parish * Msgr. Sabastine Awurum, Eziachi, St. Patrick Parish:Rev. Kingsley Nwadike, Ugbelle, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Bartholomew NnoromRev. Fr. Fr. Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. Fr. Akokwa, St. Judes Parish At ACI Africa, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. Fr. Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish Fr. Obi Henry Izeji Paschal Fr. Okorie Valentine Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish 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. Fr. Livinus Igbodekwe, Uli, St. Anthony of Padua Parish: Rev. Henry Nnadozie, Uli, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Abajah, St. Aloysius' Parish Akaeme Henry 5. 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. Ordained Bishop. Fr. A A. 69 talking about this. Fr. Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish Andrew Esomonu, UMUOWA: ST. MARY SEMINARY: Rev. Anum Collins Principal), UMUAKA, ST. SAVIOURSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Nwoha Declan Osimeleze Stanley Mgbidi, St. Marys Parish Sylvester Nnaekezie Manager, SACRED HEARTPASTORAL CENTER: Rev. 166. Bona Ike-Ozoigbo, posited that such occasion was a moment of sober refection for the celebrant. Necrology 70. Victor Okoroama(Assistant Parish Priest), Akatta, St. Patricks Parish:Rev. Fr. However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. Michael AnyasoroRev. Fr. Mbato, St. Theresas Parish Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Conclaves | She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. Pius AkajioforRev. Akaeme Henry In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . Fr. When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the crown of unfading glory. 1 Pet 5:1-11. 112. Bejamine Nwanguma, Umuopia, Akokwa St. Jude parish:Rev. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Fr. The Priest says that after some interval, the Nigerian Army arrived at the scene of the armed robbery and took some photographs. 106. Sebastine Mgbe, Arondizuogu, St. James Parish: Rev. Isiozi-Akah, St. Josephs Parish peter.wells nunciaturesa.co.za; Rev. 60. Declan Ugorji CMFRev. 173. Fr. 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. Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. . ASUU has cited the non-implementation of agreements by the Federal Government as the cause. Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. 120. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. Remember that God rewards abundantlythose who foster vocations. Okonkwo says. Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martins Parish Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. Rev. Awo-idemili, St. Gregorys Parish Fr. Fr. Eziama Obaire, St. Michaels Parish ** Osina, St. Michaels Parish Ibiasogbe, St. Pauls Parish 44. 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