Anselm Ohanekwu, Ogboko,Holy Trinity Parish:Rev. 25. Msgr. Ugbelle-Akah, St. Josephs Parish ** Fr. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. 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. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Urualla, St. Peters Parish MicroData Summary for Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma ( VIAF: 9230231 ) Bishop Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma (born 29 Aug 1953 ) Bishop of Orlu. Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. January 11, 2021. Fr. Fr. The fruits of the prayer efforts, fund raising and the work of the hands of so many outstanding . It is Gods call too to help change the world around us. Here you find information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. 60. Bernard Ukwuegbu. Owerre-Ebeiri, Our Lady of Lourdess Parish When the chief shepherd appears . 41. Edeh Emmanuel Ogudo KingsleyEziali Mgbidi, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Fr. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Ifeanyi F.B.I Agodi, Amiri, St. John Nchoko: Rev. Basil the Great Parish: Rev. 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. He passed away on Monday, 25th July 2022, after a brief illness. Dioceses: She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Amannachi, St. Johns Parish ** 104. Ethelbert NgokaRev. 70. 171. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu, is in the news again, albeit for the wrong reason. Fr. Ede Victor. I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Religious Orders | God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. Fr. Fr. Oliver Ochieze, Ozara, St. Patrick Parish: Rev Fr. 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.. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Martins Charles Bernard Ukwuegbu: Lecturer at Imo Polytechnic, Rev. Fr. The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . Chigere Kizito Fr. Politics is a noble vocation. Fr. 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. Paulinus Okeke, ORLU, BISHOP SHANAHAN SECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 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. Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . Fr. Fr. 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. 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. Awo-Omamma, St. Basils Parish Amuneke Victor Fr. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTIONS: Rev. All Rights Reserved. As such, political authority has to be exercised within the limits of the moral order and directed towards the common good. 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. 100. Alaoma Lawrence 111. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. Chibuike Ukeh, UZII, CUSTOS ECCLESIAE SEMINARY: Rev. In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . Linus Okafor, Akpulu, St. James Parish: Rev. In the November 2 statement, Fr. 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. However, we believe that a resort to courts may not be the best and fastest way to solve the problem. Chibuike UkehRev. 148. The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. One of its priests, Rev. Amaigbo, St. Patricks Parish ** Fr. Livinus ObiohaRev. CCE SDV Osina, St. Marys Parish Fr. Mmadufor Gerald Munonye Francis Bishops House, Orlu:Rev. Martin Kingsley Umelo, Okwabala, All Saints Parish: Rev. 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. 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. GPS Coordinates 5.79449,7.03589 . In light of the above, we urge governments to make adequate policies and provide the enabling environment for the creation of more jobs by both the government and the private sector. Wishing you an enriching and fruitful Apostolate. 21. Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. Celestine Ibebuike, Osina, St. Mary Parish: Very Rev. Vitus Okechukwu, Umudioka-Ukwu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Bishops: Akatta, St. Martins Parish 5. Nearby places of worship. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. 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. Brendan Chibuzo Dike, Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Augustine Nwankwo, OMIRev. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 S/N PARISH NAMES 1. Fr. 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. Fr. We thank Most Rev. Anthony EgbosimbaRev. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish John, O. Onaiyekan[ Apostolic Administrator] Catholic Bishop's House, Box 205, Imo State, 6. Uli, St. Judes Parish Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Nwaokoro Bernard 3. Fr. 36. 21 Jun 2008. Innocent Obiefula(Assistant Parish Priest)), Umuaka, St. Paul Parish: Rev. 110. Akatta, St. Patricks Parish Fr. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Orji Jeremiah Fr. Fr. 58. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha (29 Nov 1980 Appointed - 25 Mar 2008 Retired) Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma . 141. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. It is always of time of spiritual binding, healing, and friendship with the flock the Lord entrusts to his care. Ernest Chike DikeRev. Fr. Fr. God's Light Baptist church Okon-Eket . Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Desmond Nwanyawu, Uzii, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria Telephone: (0803)70.61.33.22 Past and Present Ordinaries. 94. Orlu Diocese is on Facebook. We provide news from Africa, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church - so that you can grow in your Catholic faith. Urualla, St. Stephens Parish The Apostolic Canons (xiv, xv), and the Council of Nica in 325 (can. (Dr) Theophilus Tochukwu Okpara, on the occasion of his Silver Jubilee Anniversary. Kevin Iwuoha, Arondizuogu, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Fr. New Apostolic Nuncio appointed Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 01:01 Pope Francis has appointed Monsignor Brian Udaigwe, Titular Archbishop of Suelli as the. Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. Spiritual Year, 4 years Philosophy & 4 years Theology. Akokwa, St. Davids Parish 120. 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. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Fr. 6. Maurice Emelu: Ass. 102. 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. * Interdiocesan 164. Fr. Uchenna Onwuanumkpe, ST. GREGORYS COLLEGE, AMIRI: Rev. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. Fr. Onyekamma Emmanuel Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. Fr. 45. Fr. 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. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. Ugorji Faith Fr. Fr. Diocese of ORLU - Anglican Communion . HF Amucha, St. Paschals Parish ** Luke IjezieRev. Eziama Obaire, St. Michaels Parish ** Cyril Duru, Amaigbo, St.Patrick: Rev. Fr. Fr. 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. 166. 43. Awo-idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Uzii, St. Pauls Parish Emejuru Aloysius Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the Worker Parish 163. Fr. Fr. Nnamezie Rginald Johnbosco Ezugba, Osina, St. Michael: Rev. Fr. Isu (Umunakara), St. Cyrils Parish 115. 22. Fr. Okonkwo Chrysogonuu 173. Brian Udaigwe was born in Tiko in southwest Cameroon on 19 July 1964. 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. 19. Fr. 28. 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. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. 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. Uli St. Anthonys Parish 162. Fr. Most Rev. Fr. Fr. Obinna as Archbishop of Owerri after 29 years of dynamic leadership to the Archdiocese. 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. Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. Fr. 46. Dominic NwuzorRev. Celestine Ugwu CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Umualoma, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish Ifeanyi Agbahia, Ebenator Ekwe, St. Anne Parish: Rev. Stanley NwokejiRev. About Franciscan Catechetics. Paschal Onyelonu, Ihioma, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. 174. Fr. Fr. Fr. Located in the South-northern part of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Saint Gregory pastoral region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. 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. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. Support Our Mission As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church []. . On November 29, 1980, the diocese was created out of the then Owerri Diocese (now Owerri Archdiocese), by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II. Umuowa, St. Marys Parish She provides different scholarship funds to help those who cant afford quality education. Thanks to Divine providence and protection, both the Bishop and his household are safe and unharmed, Fr. Emmanuel DurunwaRev. Chimezie Chinemerem Unadike, Awo-Omamma, St. John Parish: Rev. 169. We acknowledge the Presidents commitment to ensuring a level playing ground for all candidates in the elections. 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. Mgbidi, St. Josephs Parish Christian Ifezuo, Uli, St. Theresa Parish: Very Rev. Fr. Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish Emmanuel Okonkwo, VICAR FOR PRIESTS: Rev. 78. CCE Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. We, the Catholic Bishops of Nigeria, held our Second Plenary Meeting for the year at the Sacred Heart Pastoral/Retreat Centre, Orlu, Imo State, from 8 to 16 September 2022. Patrick ObinabuRev. All | Fr. Nwabichie Anslem Fr. Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Nwokeji Henry OSOGBO DIOCESE Thomas ObiatuegwuRev. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest of Umuahia in 1960. Office of Discipleship & Evangelization Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls 523 N. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57104 aanderson@sfcatholic.org 605-988-3748 118. Ohadugha Christopher Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. 61. Eze Henry Fr. Vincent Okafor, Amucha, St. Paschal Parish: Rev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. Fr. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish 76. Fr. Oruigbo Valentine Anthony Okonkwo, Urualla, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Facebook gives people the power to. The history is divided into three parts: the advent of Catholicism in Idomaland, the making of Otukpo Diocese and Otukpo as a diocese. Fr. Mgbidi, St. Michaels Parish ** Obiekwe Mark-Anthony Fr. Ihiteowerri, St. Martins Parish Gabriel G. Dunia Bishop's House P. O. 124. Kassi Hemann, OMI, Isiekenesi, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Longinus Chukwudi Nwaka, Obodoukwu, St. Patricks: Rev. She lives the Holy Father Pope Francis mandate of living the joy of the Gospel in the margins of society. John Ukwuoma: Rev. We commend the National Assembly and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for enacting and signing into law the Electoral Bill 2022. 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. Fr. Benedict Obi(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerre-Akokwa, St. David parish: Rev. Patrick Osekwu (Administrator)Rev. 38. Ozara, St. Patricks Parish 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 Fr. Chibueze Igwe(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, Queen of Apostles Parish: Rev. Valentine Ogike, Amiri, St. Mchaels Umuecheta: Rev. Ad Limina - February 2009: Bishop. Fr. Fr. Ijarakwe Augustine Umuobom, St. Johns Parish Urualla, St. Michaels Parish JohnBosco ObiakorRev. Born into the family of Mr/Mrs. Mbanude Richard 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. Let us turn our attention to God in prayer and fasting for our nation to get it right. Bede IdimoguRev. Gerald Muoka(Assistant Parish Priest), Nempi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. 48. Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish Fr. . Fr. Arondizuogu, St. Josephs Parish ** Msgr. Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish 160. Umuchima, C.I.C. Fr. Dara Cajetan, Amucha,St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Fr. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. You are expected to be settled by 5pm. 1. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. Onwugbufor Martin Awo-idemili, St. Gregorys 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. We urge our Catholic Lay Faithful, especially those with talents for the difficult yet noble art of politics or whose talents in this matter can be developed, to prepare themselves for it and, forgetting their convenience and material interests, to engage in political activity in pursuance of the common good and the establishment of the moral order (cf. Fr. Polycarp IbebuikeRev. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. The Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. Fr. With more than 1 million Catholics, the diocese is actively engaged in evangelization and pastoral initiatives. Ndubuaku Chukwuka Fr. On April 18, 1950, it was elevated to a diocese. by Date | 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. 131. Ozowara Raymond, Umuwala, St. John Parish: Rev. Simeon Eboh, Amike, St. Peter Parish: Rev. This happened when the . Apostolic Nuncio FIDEI DONUM U S A Fr. We call on all our citizens and institutions to work towards responsible political behaviour and informed choices. Diocese: Orlu. Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. 84. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Fr. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. Desmond ChilagoromRev. Fr. Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. August 5, 2022 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. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Umuzike, St. Patricks Parish Msgr. Area: 929 km Statistics: 189 parishes, 1 mission, 337 priests (308 diocesan, 29 religious), 196 lay religious (30 brothers, 166 sisters), 97 seminarians (2020) Furthermore, governments have resorted to unnecessary borrowing, jeopardising the well-being of the present and future generations. Mgbe Cyprain Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . on. Fr. Obibi-Ochasi, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. It was in 1966 that the confines of the present Catholic Diocese of Orlu were raised to Deanery with Rev. 29. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. Nelson Ezeala(Assistant), Awo-Idemili, St. Martin de Porres Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Ugochukwu Aladi, Otulu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. 89. 9. Nwaokoro Bernard Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 . Ebe Santus 117. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. 54.8. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. Akaeme Henry Companion Link. We commend our nation into the hands of God as we move ahead in faith, hope and trust. Pius AkajioforRev. Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Ijeoma Kenneth We strongly condemn as unlawful and sinful all forms of vote selling and buying and advise all politicians and voters to refrain from doing so. Fr. Kevin Njoku C.S.Sp(Assistant Parish Priest)Rev. Eziachi, St. Patricks Parish 69. Father Don Bosco Onyalla All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. Fr. Polycarp Ukwuoma, both of the blessed memory, on 29th August 1953, he was baptised at holy trinity Parish, Orlu, by the late bishop Nwedo who was the then Parish priest on 11th October, 1953. 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. Fr. Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish 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. It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. Ugbelle, St. Marys Parish 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. Benson Okpara, 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. Ernest Ndukwu, St Martin De Tours Amiri: Rev. Fr. We strongly condemn as unlawful and sinful all forms of vote selling and buying and advise all politicians and voters to refrain from doing so. Abel EzenwaRev. Fr. 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. Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Holy See | Fr. Nkemjika UchechukwuRev. Fr. Fr. Theophilius Nwadike, Isiozi-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. We continue to decry the worsening state of insecurity in our nation as well as activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and bandits. .. 136. Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'Iroko' and father figure in the Orlu Catholic diocese having served in the Lord's . 4. Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish john Bosco Obika, Isiokpo, St. John Parish: Rev. 144. Ikechukwu Okpara, Mgbee, Holy Cross: Rev. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Oct 9 . Fr. 139. Fr. Igwemezie Callistus Justin OdurukweRev. 126. Fr. Fr. Umuwala, St. Johns Parish Fr. Anusionwu Lukeben Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Gorge Chikata, VICAR GENERAL: Very Rev. Dike Innocent Osina, St. Michaels Parish Obeakpo, St. Charles Parish Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. orlu diocese apostolic work | CNET www.cnetcomputer.com 1 Jan 2021 Fr. Abba Christ the . Alele Prince Fr. Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. It is named after one of the oldest parishes in the region, Regina Pacis Parish Ihioma, which is located southwest from the Cathedral. Anum Collins Fr. Echezona Onwuka(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Michael Parish: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. The Priest says that after some interval, the Nigerian Army arrived at the scene of the armed robbery and took some photographs. Akuma, St. Johns Parish The Catholic Diocese of Orlu was created in 1980 by Pope John Paul II and is currently led by Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma. Fr. 129. . Fr. He said: the journey started in 1985 at St. Marys Seminary Umuoma, where I spent one year and was later sent to Holy Trinity parish Omuma, and to St. Kizitos Secondary school Umuchima in 1986 and 1987 respectively for Apostolic work. As part of this free service you may receive occasional offers from us at EWTN News and EWTN. His Lordship, Most Rev. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Esikaiwu Ernest 83. 2. Fr. Isdore Igwegbe, Isu Dim Na Nume, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazuno ** Fr. SMMM Okehie Jerome(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Umutanze, St. Marys Parish Akokwa, St. Barnabas Parish Ebere Ephraim Fr. Joseph AlaekweRev. Toochukwu Ezikeudu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish: Rev. Fr. Contact info: Sabinus Ekebor (Associate Administrator), Holy Rosary Parish, Orlu:Rev. Fr. 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. 63. Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazu- Ikpaocha 97. Box 430 Orlu, Imo State. Michael Kalu Ukpong on his assumption of office as the Diocesan Administrator of Umuahia on 24 June 2022. Fr. Fr. 112. Fr. 7. Adibemma Victor Princewill Chukwuyerenwa, Mgbidi, St. Johns: Rev. All Rights Reserved. Fr. Anthony J.V. Isu (Dim na Nume), St. Pauls Parish Nwanedo Luke Fr. SCHONESTAT 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 . Collins Iwudibe, Amazuno, Arondizuogu St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Thaddeus Ihebinike, Amagu, St. Patricks Parish: Rev. Remigius Anyadioha, Mbato, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Nigeria Catholic Network, Young Adult Programme (YAP) [Modules 1,2 & 3], COMMUNIQUE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF NIGERIA: ORLU 2022. 151. Anthony Nwosu: Imo State University. Rev. 75. Okwuabala, All Saints Parish 105. Conrad Chidi Emerenini, Umunkwukwa, St. Anns Parish: Rev. Okporo, St. Theresas Parish * 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. Fr. Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the Catholic . Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. Mgbidi, St. Johns Parish ** Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish 123. Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Sabastine Awurum, Eziachi, St. Patrick Parish:Rev. Armed robbery and cybercrimes have continued unabated. John Oguerege Okeke CSSpRev. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish 157. Peter & Paul Parish Emmanuel Okonkwo confirmed the October 31 armed robbery incident at the Bishops residence in which assailants made away with some valuables.. 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. Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. The protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. Fr. Fr. Fr. Nearly two weeks after 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. Donatus Aihmiosion OGUN, OSA, Plot 459, Cadastral Zone B2, Southern Parkway, Durumi 1, Abuja, Web: 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.. Ntueke, St. Josephs Parish Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish Okwudor, St. Pauls Parish Fr. 159. Fr. Prior to that time, it was part of the Diocese of Owerri. 154. VINCENTIAN Odume Kizito Fr. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. Umuma, St. Andrews Parish ** Anthony Udem, Amanator, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. James Nwokeji (Assistant Secretary), Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish, Orlu:Rev. Fr. Fr. 167. Fr. Henry Nnadozie, Uli, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Onyema Emmanuel Isu-Umuolu, St. John Parish: Rev, Owerre-Akokwa, St. Michaels Parish * Cyril... Its first Dean and his household are safe and unharmed, Fr of God as move! Evangelization and pastoral initiatives She to bound to any political party House, P.O Martin Parish: Rev KingsleyEziali!, on the occasion of his Silver Jubilee Anniversary Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Pauls Parish Aloysius. Of so many outstanding fabian Nkobie Dede, St. Michaels Parish * Amaigbo... Association who through prayer and fasting for our nation to get it right ( 358 Square ). 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