Umuhu-Okabia, St. Josephs Parish The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. Obi Henry 62. 161. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. / 5.79639N 7.03889E / 5.79639; 7.03889. He was buried on 4 August 2022. Fr. Fr. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Umundugba, St. Marys Parish 149. Justin Onyenemegam. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Henry Anaeche, Mgbidi, St. Patricks: Rev. Andrew Esomonu, UMUOWA: ST. MARY SEMINARY: Rev. 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. 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. Regina Pacis Region is one of four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Ugorji Faith Desmond Nwanyawu, Uzii, St. Paul 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. Nkume, St. Josephs Parish Upcoming Events. Chrysantus Onwuzuruigbo, Umuna, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Dr. Hackette as the Parish []. Nnagboro Kizito Fr. As part of this free service you may receive occasional offers from us at EWTN News and EWTN. 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. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish 134. All Rights Reserved. Father Don Bosco Onyalla 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. Mmeremiukwu, Assah-Ubirielem, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Kenneth NwokoloRev. Fr. Contact info: Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . Emmanuel Durujinehu: Part Time Lecturer: Seat of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri Rev. Ezechukwu Chrysantus Sabinus Ekebor (Associate Administrator), Holy Rosary Parish, Orlu:Rev. 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. 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. This traditionalist group refused to follow Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre into schism when he ordained four bishops for his Fraternity in 1988 without papal mandate. CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF WEST AFRICA (CIWA) PORT HARCOURT: Rev. Fr. "Shed no more blood, work toward unity, peaceful co-existence": Catholic Bishop in Nigeria. Princewill Chukwuyerenwa, Mgbidi, St. Johns: Rev. Paulinus Okeke(PrincipalDominic Savio Secondary school), Nnerim Ndugba, SS Peter And Paul: Rev. Fr. 21. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu ( Latin: Orluan (a)) is a diocese located in the city of Orlu in the Ecclesiastical province of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri in Nigeria . 65. An . Join the diocese in prayer for the shepherds of the Church as they come to our diocese. Awo-Omamma, St. Marys Parish Gorge ChikataRev. 150. Cyril Nwankwo(Spiritual Director)Rev. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Bartholomew NnoromRev. 60. Michael Kalu Ukpong on his assumption of office as the Diocesan Administrator of Umuahia on 24 June 2022. The group became a Clerical Society of Apostolic Life of Pontifical Right. Umutanze, St. Marys Parish Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Notes This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 01:04 (UTC). 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IHIOMA. 46:7). Fr. He urged urge all the faithful to assume their responsibility for the care and discernment of vocations. Akaeme Henry Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. If you want to be part of the preparation, please contact the diocesan chancery. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish Fr. Jude IbegbuRev. Fr. Fr. Abajah, St. Michaels Parish * 137. Fr. 130. 76. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. 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. Fr. 36. Joel Ibebuike, Isunjaba, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Mgbidi, St. Marys Parish Cardinals by Rank Owerre-Ebeiri, Our Lady of Lourdess Parish 96. 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. Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish Festus OnyebuekeRev. Ukaegbu Camillus Facebook gives people the power to. On August 13, 1912, the Archdiocese of Tokyo ceded the prefectures of Toyama, Fukui and Ishikawa to the newly established Prefecture Apostolic of Niigata . Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Home | Michael Nduka, Ubulu, Christ the King Parish: Rev. Ibeh Nicholas Fr. Fr. Investing in schools and educating the future generation to lead community and the world through the Gospel values is one of the priorities of the Catholic diocese of Orlu. Text is . Isiokpo, St. Johns Parish Akokwa, St. Judes Parish Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Celestine Ugwu CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Umualoma, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU It is through the right political choices that our current situation can be ameliorated. Kenneth AmasiatuRev. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. Eugene DikeRev. 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. Fr. Akokwa, Christ the King Parish ** With more than 1 million Catholics, the diocese is actively engaged in evangelization and pastoral initiatives. CMF 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. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 113. Fr. One of its priests, Rev. Ethelbert NgokaRev. 6. Fr. 0. 89. 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. John Bakeni as the Auxiliary Bishop of Maiduguri Diocese on 1 July 2022 and 7 July 2022 respectively. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. Echezona Onwuka(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Francis Onyealusi, Awo-Idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish: Rev. 81. Ntueke, St. Josephs Parish 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. 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. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. 69. Fr. We commend the National Assembly and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for enacting and signing into law the Electoral Bill 2022. Uli, St. Gregorys Parish ** Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish Deceased | Structured View Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, Rev. When the chief shepherd appears . Henry Okolie, Abajah, Holy Rosary:Rev. Onwugbufor Martin Fr. Fr. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. A A. Fr. Popes | Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna as its first Bishop (16 June 2022); the episcopal ordination and installation of Most Rev. Nnempi, St. Josephs Parish ** Rev. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity, Politics is a noble vocation. Fr. Oct 9 . 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 protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. Rev. Fr. Attacks on travellers and worshippers in Churches and other places of worship have become too frequent. Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. AUCHI DIOCESE Most Rev. Uli St. Anthonys Parish Kingsley Nwadike, Ugbelle, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 18. 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. 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 . Brian Udaigwe: Apostolic Nuncio to Benin, Titular Archbishop of Suelli, Rev. Ikechukwu NwaghaRev. 43. 83. Amorka, St. Peters Parish Ukanero Collins Fr. Ulo-Ano Ndugba, 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: 47. 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. Esikaiwu Ernest Cardinal Electors She provides different scholarship funds to help those who cant afford quality education. Fr. Fr. 78. Amaike, St. Peters Parish Fr. Arihi Gabriel, HUNGARYRev. 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. Kenneth Agu (Secretary)Rev. Eluagu Paschal Owing to mismanagement and a failing economy with an ever increasing debt burden, there is poverty and hunger in our land, in spite of our huge human and natural resources. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. MSCC How we conduct ourselves during this period is crucial to the survival of our nation. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. 49. Contact the director and get involved. Abel EzenwaRev. Bishops: 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. 144. Titular Archbishop of Marcianopolis Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa. Fr. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. Okwudor, Christ the King Parish Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish Nearly two weeks after Fr. Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. Fr. Fr. David Okeke, CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Obaekpu, St. Charles Parish: Rev. ii). Urualla, St. Stephens Parish Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Cosmas Udogu, Isu-Okporo, St. Martins of Tours Parish: Rev. Charles EmezieRev. 61. Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. 30. N1,000; N5,000; N10,000; N15,000; N20,000; N25,000;N30,000; N35,000 yearly. Obibi-Ochasi, St. Josephs Parish 73. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest . 168. Fr. Fr. Rev. Fr. Office of Discipleship & Evangelization Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls 523 N. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57104 aanderson@sfcatholic.org 605-988-3748 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 38. This happened when the . 153. 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. Mgbee, Holy Cross Parish Fr. Fr. Fr. Akokwa, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Fr. However, we believe that a resort to courts may not be the best and fastest way to solve the problem. Recent | Fr. 88. 97. Events: Fr. Nwozuzu Bonfrere Abba Christ the . In the November 2 statement, Fr. Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. Augustine Iwuagwu ((AdminstratorRev. More updates about their coming will be provided. Justin Madu, Umutanze, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Amiri, St. Michaels Parish He passed away on Monday, 25th July 2022, after a brief illness. 117. 129. Fr. Augustine Ifediba, Uli, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. . Stanley Echefu(a.i), NTUEKE, DOMINIC SAVIO SECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. It is Gods call too to help change the world around us. Fr. 59. James Nwokeji (Assistant Secretary), Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish, Orlu:Rev. Fr. 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. 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. Fr. Dike Innocent Amaofuo, St. Marys Parish Fr. Amanator, St. Josephs Parish 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. Dignitaries from various parts of the globe, including United States of America (USA), Canada, as well as friends and well wishers, yesterday, converged at Nearby places of worship. watch Priestly Ordination of Orlu Diocese and Reception of Frs Njoku Darlington and Ezechukwu Chrysantus#priestlyordination#Orludiocese#28thAugust#NjokuDarli. Diogu John Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Nwaokoro Bernard 3. Umuzike, St. Patricks Parish Jude Thaddeus NnadiRev. 71. Okpara, and Priest in charge of Holy Rosary parish, Umuele, Amazano, in Njamba Council Area of Imo state, Rev. 74. Ad Limina | 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. Thaddeus Ihebinike, Amagu, St. Patricks Parish: Rev. BOX 34 ORLU. Henry Nnadozie, Uli, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. HF Ordained Bishop. Muoka Casmir Fr. In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. 106. Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. Stanley NwokejiRev. Fr. 147. Ezeka Ephraim Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. Vicent Dike(Assistant Parish Priest), Abajah, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. peter.wells nunciaturesa.co.za; Rev. I was coopted along to write the work; reason being that I am a Nigerian American and my research interest includes the expressions of Christianity in the global south. john Bosco Obika, Isiokpo, St. John Parish: Rev. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazu- Ikpaocha In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. Ebe Santus 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. Spiritual Year, 4 years Philosophy & 4 years Theology. 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. We continue to decry the worsening state of insecurity in our nation as well as activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and bandits. Umudioka Ukwu, St. Anthonys Parish 136. Livinus Igbodekwe, Uli, St. Anthony of Padua Parish: Rev. Amazu, St. Michaels Parish Religious Orders | Fr. Fr. Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Fr. Fr. Celestine NwosuRev. Uzii, St. Pauls Parish The Apostolic Church Peter Umoh Assembly Calabar 54020 . 55. Fr. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. Lagos 23401 . 87. 138. The Catholic Bishop of Nigeria's 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 Bishop's house that they are forgiven. Born into the family of Mr/Mrs. Wale Odunsi. 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. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest of Umuahia in 1960. The Requiem Mass was presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Orlu, Most Rev. Amaigbo, St. Michaels Parish Okpara, who currently serves as Staff Chaplain (Veterans Affairs, medical Centre, Bedford Massachusetts (USA), said on this happy occasion of the Silver Jubilee celebration of your ordination to the sacred priesthood, it gives me tremendous joy to join your many friends and well wishers in congratulating you. At ACI Africa, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. 159. Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. 110. Fr. Anthony Ikeme, Mgbidi, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Fidelis Ajamugha, Awo Idemili, St. Patrick: Rev. Nkwerre, St. Thomass Parish Joseph Nwiboko, St. Augustine Police Chaplaincy: Rev. Nwachukwu Raphael Fr. Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish Fr. Fr. Okonkwo Anthony, Eziama-Obaire, St. Michael Parish: Rev. 75. About Franciscan Catechetics. Furthermore, governments have resorted to unnecessary borrowing, jeopardising the well-being of the present and future generations. 15. Ebere Ephraim Umuaka, St Andrews Parish by Date | Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. Abajah, St. Aloysius' Parish Akaeme Henry 5. Christian Uchegbu, Umuaka St. Marys Parish: Rev.Fr. Amaigbo, St. Patricks Parish ** Emmanuel Izuka, Very Rev. Fr. 101. Desmond ChilagoromRev. Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. Fr. The priests are not the targets of the . 7. . Dominic Obiakor, Umuago, St. Charles Parish:Rev. Dedicated under the patronage of Saint Michael the Archangel, with story Catholic faith and practice. Fr. In very many ways, you have been a great source of joy and pride to sacred priesthood the Bishop declared. Fr. Paschal Agu, Amandugba, St. Damian Parish: Rev. Bishop Emeritus Ochiagha was the first bishop of Orlu Diocese. 156. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Brendan Chibuzo Dike, Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. All Rights Reserved. Fr. FORUM Fr. These elections were made at an Episcopal Synod held at St. Peter's Chapel at the Ibru International . Fr. Fr. Emmanuel Nwoha (Principal)Rev. 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. 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,October 31 attack at the Bishops housethat they are forgiven. 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. Ajiero Kizito On April 18, 1950, it was elevated to a diocese. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish Fr. Brendan Diribe (Parish Priest)Rev. Patrick ObinabuRev. Umuaka, St. Marys Parish Urualla, St. Judes Parish For you and your family. Fr. Fr. Fr. Marcel Olebune, Isiokwu Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima: Rev. For example, Orlu Diocese was established in 1980. 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 . Awo-Omamma, St. Basils Parish The diocese has vibrant laity who collaborate with ordained ministers in carrying out the joy of the gospel of Christ. Modestus UkwanduRev. Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Fr. Raymond Ezeh CM, Amaifeke, St. Mary Parish: Msgr. Fr. Augustine T. Ukwuoma. Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. Fr. Amaifeke, St. Gregorys Parish No doubt, we stand at a crossroads. The Priest says that after some interval, the Nigerian Army arrived at the scene of the armed robbery and took some photographs. 142. All | Fr. Isu, St. Marys Parish It is named after Regina Pacis (Our Lady of Peace) which captures the strong Marian devotion of the people. Emmanuel Okorondu, Umuowa, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Michael AnyasoroRev. I sincerely thank each of them, especially my father, late Mr. Thomas Okpara, and my mother, Nneoma Madam Alice Okpara. 57. Linus Okafor, Akpulu, St. James Parish: Rev. Fr. Amaifeke, St. Josephs Parish Bernard Ukwuegbu. Ogbonna Benjamin Dominic NwuzorRev. Omeike Cornelius Eze Callistus 143. Fr. 42. Alaoma Lawrence Orji Humphrey Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'iroko' and father figure in the Orlu . Ihioma, Regina Pacis Parish Fr. Michael Anyasoro, REGINA PACIS PASTORAL REGION: Rev. Callistus Nwobi, DIOCESAN COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES: Rev. Ihiteowerri, St. Martins Parish 37. Emmanuel DurunwaRev. Mbato, St. Theresas Parish Uchechukwu Nnajiofor, Rev. Fr. Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Abba Christ the King Parish Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. Abuja Office: Plot 459, Cadastral Zone B2, Southern Parkway, Durumi 1, Abuja, Web: Parishes - Catholic Diocese of Orlu orludiocese.org P. O. Augustine Ibeh, CMFRev. Fr. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Amuneke Victor Fr. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. 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. 145. Aguzie Elvis From Magnus Eze, Enugu Pioneer bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Most Rev. Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Assah-Ubirielem, St. Marys Parish Fr. Alele Prince Sylvanus Ibe, Obodoukwu, St. MaryParish:Rev. Ede Victor. Desmond Chilagorom, FANANCIAL ADMINISTOR: Rev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu laid to rest one of her priests, Msgr. Peter & Paul Parish Ugbelle-Akah, St. Josephs Parish ** CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH []. Ogberuru, St. Patricks Parish Donatus Dozie, Amazu, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. Aji, St. Marys Parish Fr. Fr. Fr. Kevin Owuekwe, Mgbidi, St. Joseph Parish: Very Re. Osimeleze Stanley 155. Fr. Ijeoma Kenneth Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. Francis Nwokeji, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. C. 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. Agnes currently serves as a journalist for ACI Africa. Fr. Basil the Great Parish: Rev. As a Pastor, you have touched the lives of many in many positive ways. Arondizuogu, St. Josephs Parish ** 124. Pope Francis has announced the establishment of the Catholic Diocese of Aguleri and appointed Bishop Denis Isizoh the Diocese's first Bishop. I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Otulu, St. Anthonys Parish Dara Cajetan, Amucha,St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Jude Chidi Egbom, was gruesomely murdered by armed hoodlums. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. Msgr. All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. SDV Fr. International Taxpayers. Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 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. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). Fr. Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Remigius Anyadioha, Mbato, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Come to our faith, 1931, the late cleric was ordained.... Provides different scholarship funds to help those who cant afford quality education Umume, Marys., 1931, the Diocese of Orlu Diocese was established in 1980 samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, St. Parish. Okeke ( PrincipalDominic Savio Secondary SCHOOL: Rev he was ordained a of! That a resort to courts may not be the best and fastest way to the... 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