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Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. Fr. Gorge Chikata, VICAR GENERAL: Very 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. Chiedozie Ohazurike(Ass. Fr. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. I sincerely thank each of them, especially my father, late Mr. Thomas Okpara, and my mother, Nneoma Madam Alice Okpara. 18. Fr. 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 . Umele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish Ferdinand Madu: Chaplain Armed Forces U.S.A. Rev. Fr. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu laid to rest one of her priests, Msgr. Fr. 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. Donatus Nnagha, Okponakuma, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 85. VINCENTIAN Fr. 86. Christian Achii, Umuele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. 108. Home | Ubulu, Christ the Kings Parish One of its priests, Rev. 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. Conclaves | Peter Obioha, OSINA, BONUS PASTOR SEMINARY: Rev. . AUCHI DIOCESE Most Rev. More updates about their coming will be provided. 172. Fr. Sebastine Mgbe, Arondizuogu, St. James Parish: Rev. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish Christopher Ukeje, Umuobom, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Amagu, St. Patricks Parish * Professor, John Carroll University, U.S.A. Akatta, St. Patricks Parish Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Ordained Bishop. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Amaruru, St. Johns Parish 70. Bede OkikeRev. Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. Each pastoral experience added to my spiritual growth , humility, and commitment to the service of God and humanity. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Alphonsus Anumudu, Urualla, St. Peters Parish: Rev Fr. Nwachukwu Humphrey, Christopher IhenetuRev. Emmanuel Izuka, Very Rev. Fr. Conrad Chidi Emerenini, Umunkwukwa, St. Anns Parish: Rev. Fr. Ubulu, St. Martins Parish Fr. Use the form below to stay informed, and to tell us where we can send the ACI Africa Updates! 82. 88. Politics is a noble vocation. Fr. 7. . Ndubuaku Chukwuka 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. Fr. 25. Fr. 39. Box 425, Auchi Edo State. Mgbidi, St. Patricks Parish Omeike Cornelius Ihioma, St. Johns Parish Bejamine Nwanguma, Umuopia, Akokwa St. Jude parish:Rev. 21 Jun 2008. She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Chibueze Igwe(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, Queen of Apostles Parish: Rev. 93. Fr. Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Ad Limina - February 2009: Bishop. 130. 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. Titular Archbishop of Marcianopolis Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa. Obodoukwu, St. Anns Parish 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. 156. Fr. Michael AnyasoroRev. 48. 98. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. 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.. Fr. Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. Urualla, Queen of the Apostles Parish 42. Christian Azubuike, Abba, St. Theresa Parish:Rev. Livinus OkoroRev. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazu- Ikpaocha In the November 2 statement, 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 . Ebere Ephraim Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Joseph Nwiboko, St. Augustine Police Chaplaincy: Rev. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. It was in 1966 that the confines of the present Catholic Diocese of Orlu were raised to Deanery with Rev. Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. Aguzie Elvis It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. 154. 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. Muoka Casmir 56. 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. Eziachi, St. Patricks Parish Fr. You are expected to be settled by 5pm. Fr. 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 . xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. Fr. Fr. 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Notes This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 01:04 (UTC). IHIOMA. 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. 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. Remigius UdembaozohRev. Fr. Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. 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. Mark Ojotu Of Otukpo Diocese | Elendu Reports Online, Rev. Oliver Okolie, Awo-Omamma, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Oboro Amurie, St. Michaels Parish ** 150. There are over 4,500 oblates, priests and brothers, working in over 65 countries in the world. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Arrival of the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Most Rev. 1. Fr. Obi Francis 168. Fr. Anaele Charles Fr. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Odume Kizito 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. Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Msgr. The fruits of the prayer efforts, fund raising and the work of the hands of so many outstanding . Cletus Osuji, Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Philips Parish Fr. 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. Contact the director and get involved. Fr. 117. Fr. Cosmas Udogu, Isu-Okporo, St. Martins of Tours Parish: Rev. Vicent Dike(Assistant Parish Priest), Abajah, St. Michael Parish:Rev. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. 59. In Christ [s mercy and truth, we become strong in his strength, courageous with his courage, and can actually experience the joie de guerre of being soldiers for Christ. 67. Innocent Obiefula(Assistant Parish Priest)), Umuaka, St. Paul Parish: Rev. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Uli, St. Theresas Parish 54. HF Fr. C. Parishes - Catholic Diocese of Orlu orludiocese.org P. O. 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. Celestine Uzondu, IMOSTATE POLYTECHNIC UMUAGWURev. Fr. Fr. Emmanuel Okorondu, Umuowa, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 128. Dike Innocent Emmanuel Nwoha (Principal)Rev. 124. Umuowa, St. Marys Parish Remigius Udembaozor, DIRECTOR DIOCESAN ICT CENTER AND DIOCESAN WEBSITE: Rev. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. Gabriel G. Dunia Bishop's House P. O. Dignitaries from various parts of the globe, including United States of America (USA), Canada, as well as friends and well wishers, yesterday, converged at the Umuchima ancient Community, in Ideato South Council Area of Imo State, South-East Nigeria to Felicitate with a Nigerian (US) Based Catholic Priest, Rev. 7. We expect that the fruits of the Synod will most certainly contribute also to building a better political community, where consensus building, listening to the needs of one another and sharing resources equitably among the different strata of the society find a place. Fr. Fr. Precious Eze, Okporo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Celestine NwosuRev. Isdore Igwegbe, Isu Dim Na Nume, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Amucha, St. Patricks Parish Amannachi, St. Johns Parish ** ASUU has cited the non-implementation of agreements by the Federal Government as the cause. Nkamuike Casmir Aloysius Anudu, Awo-Omamma, St. Mary Parish: Rev. The protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. 148. Catholicism in the area called Otukpo Diocese is traceable to the first quarter of the 20th century. Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. Ntueke, St. Josephs Parish We continue to decry the worsening state of insecurity in our nation as well as activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and bandits. as its first Bishop and Most . Fr. 162. Fr. Pius AkajioforRev. 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. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). Fr. Fr. Ezeka Ephraim 49. 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. Nwanedo Luke In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. Principal), UMUAKA, ST. SAVIOURSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. For this and many more, we are grateful to God and proud of you. Anthony Nwosu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. Aji, St. Marys Parish Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. Gregory OkorobiaRev. Joseph MaduikeRev. Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Named after one of the oldest parishes in the area, it covers rerrirotires in two local governments in Ideato (Ideato North and South). 72. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Declan Ugorji CMFRev. Contact info: Umuhu-Okabia, St. Josephs Parish Fr. 113. Ethelbert NgokaRev. Lagos 23401 . Francis OmiriRev. Oct 9 . Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Fr. 103. 132. For more information visit www.orludiocese.org. Uzii, St. Pauls Parish BE A BENEFACTOR OF VOCATION INTEREST PROMOTERS ASSOCIATION. All Rights Reserved. 96. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. These elections were made at an Episcopal Synod held at St. Peter's Chapel at the Ibru International . 29. Fr. George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. Ifeanyi F.B.I Agodi, Amiri, St. John Nchoko: Rev. Upcoming Events. Fr. Mgbe Cyprain Onwugbufor Martin 5. Fr. Fr. Dioceses: Osina, St. Marys Parish Remigius Anyadioha, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, OWERRI: 082-440256, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, ARIAM UMUAHIARev. CMF Cyriacus Nwadike, Umukaegwu, Akokwa St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. John, O. Onaiyekan[ Apostolic Administrator] Catholic Bishop's House, Box 205, Imo State, 6. Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish 33. Fr. 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. Events: She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. On August 13, 1912, the Archdiocese of Tokyo ceded the prefectures of Toyama, Fukui and Ishikawa to the newly established Prefecture Apostolic of Niigata . Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish Fr. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity, Politics is a noble vocation. Chigere Kizito Fr. peter.wells nunciaturesa.co.za; Rev. 92. Sylvester Nnaekezie, Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Oliver Ochieze, Ozara, St. Patrick Parish: Rev Fr. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. Fr. Current Only | Kenneth Obialisi Director/EditorRev. The Apostolic Church Peter Umoh Assembly Calabar 54020 . 78. Fr. Prior to that time, it was part of the Diocese of Owerri. Emmanuel Ilozulike, Nkwerre, St. Thomas Parish: Rev. Peter & Paul Parish Fr. Chikwado Ojimba(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuokwara-Akokwa, C. K. C.: Rev. 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. 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. Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. 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. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. Longinus Chukwudi Nwaka, Obodoukwu, St. Patricks: Rev. 35. Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Anusionwu Lukeben Uche Valentine Fr. Diocese of ORLU - Anglican Communion . 19. Fr. Fr. Atta, St. Fidelis Parish Gabriel Ekpenyo CSSp, Awo-Omamma, St. Uli, St. Gregorys Parish ** 137. Nkume, St. Josephs Parish Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. 152. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazuno ** Fr. Ihioma, Regina Pacis Parish Justin Madu, Umutanze, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 136. Remigius Udeze, Obibi-Ochasi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 115. Ibeachusim Leonard(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerri-Ebiri, Our Lady of Lourdes: Rev. 37. Fr. Fr. 112. Akokwa, Christ the King Parish ** Fr. The Bishop, had earlier in his congratulating massage to Fr. Stanley NwokejiRev. Nwachukwu Raphael Fr. Obeakpo, St. Charles Parish 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". 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. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. Fr. Martins Charles How we conduct ourselves during this period is crucial to the survival of our nation. Mgbidi, St. Johns Parish ** 99. Egbuna Franklin 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. Fr. Fr. Fr. John Bosco Obika, DIRECTOR DOMUS CLERO: Rev. Akokwa, St. Judes Parish 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. 149. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Fr. Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. Anthony J.V. Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'Iroko' and father figure in the Orlu Catholic diocese having served in the Lord's . Chibuike Ukeh, UZII, CUSTOS ECCLESIAE SEMINARY: Rev. 62. Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the Catholic . Dedicated under the patronage of Saint Michael the Archangel, with story Catholic faith and practice. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES: Rev. Umundugba, St. Marys Parish 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. Umuobom, St. Johns Parish Amaigbo, St. Josephs Parish Diogu John Support Our Mission As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church []. Amauju, St. Theresas Parish Umuzike, St. Patricks Parish 43. Nigeria Catholic Network, Young Adult Programme (YAP) [Modules 1,2 & 3], COMMUNIQUE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF NIGERIA: ORLU 2022. Rev. Nwanekezie Stanislaus, Akatta, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Callistus Nwobi, ADMINISTRATOR ST DAMIAN HOSPITAL OKPORO: Rev. Anum Collins Fr. Nearly two weeks after Fr. Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . 6 min read. Orlu Diocesan Seminarians and all seminarians who will be doing their 2016 Apostolic Work in Orlu Diocese should follow this link to check where they are. Orji Jeremiah Fr. Abba Christ the King Parish Orlu, 09 October, 2021 / 10:00 pm (ACI Africa). Amanator, St. Josephs Parish The college of bishops. Necrology Religious Orders | Augustine Ifediba, Uli, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Anthony Nwosu: Imo State University. Edeh Emmanuel Fr. Urualaa, St. Johns Parish * 151. Brendan Chibuzo Dike, Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Father Cyricus Udegbulem, a priest of Orlu Diocese who went to serve in Brooklyn Diocese, New York in 1998 . Fr. Fr. Bernard Ukwuegbu. Ibeh Nicholas Umuchima, C.I.C. 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. 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. Thomas ObiatuegwuRev. Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU He said: The journey has been full of joys and challenges which presented unique opportunities for me to appreciate Gods presence in my life as a priest. We congratulate Most Rev. Oldest | . Fr. 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. Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'iroko' and father figure in the Orlu . Obiekwe Mark-Anthony We know that efforts have been made to resolve the matter. Celestine Ibebuike, Osina, St. Mary Parish: Very Rev. Fr. Fr. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha (29 Nov 1980 Appointed - 25 Mar 2008 Retired) Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma . We believe that quality education impacts the world positively. 76. john Bosco Obika, Isiokpo, St. John Parish: Rev. Emmanuel Nwokeji(Ass. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. Dr. Gregory Ochiagha is dead. 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. She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. 160. Christian Ifezuo, Uli, St. Theresa Parish: Very Rev. Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. Fr. The spontaneous agitations of the clergy, laity and religious of Ahiara Catholic Diocese for a Bishop of Mbaise extraction seem to be yielding fruits if reports filtering into our newsroom are anything to go by. Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. 69 talking about this. Vernatius EdihRev. Linus Okafor, Akpulu, St. James Parish: Rev. Owerre-Umudioka, St. Pauls Parish Kingsley EbosieRev. Vitus Okechukwu, Umudioka-Ukwu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Sabinus Ekebor (Associate Administrator), Holy Rosary Parish, Orlu:Rev. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . 66. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Luke IjezieRev. Date of Inauguration: . 91. 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. Fr. S/N Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. My family has been part of journey and significant support system. 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 . In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. In 1980, he was elevated to Bishop of Orlu in Nigeria. Emmanuel JinehuRev. 131. Jude Thaddeus NnadiRev. Onuegbunweze Franklin Fr. Jude Udokwu, Isiekenesi, St Patricks Umuaghobe: Rev. Bona Ike-Ozoigbo, posited that such occasion was a moment of sober refection for the celebrant. Its only presence in Africa is in the Diocese of Orlu in Eastern Nigeria. 134. Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. August 5, 2022 68. Fr. Fr. About Franciscan Catechetics. It is named after one of the oldest parishes in the region, Regina Pacis Parish Ihioma, which is located southwest from the Cathedral. OSOGBO DIOCESE Fr. Chukwuma Ohajiekwu, Orsu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Popes | Duru Vitus(Vice Rector), SANTA MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL UMUAKAU:Rev. 63. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Fr. Also, we congratulate the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) for successfully holding its Assembly in Accra, Ghana (25 July 1 August 2022), and we thank God for its new president, His Eminence Richard Cardinal Baawobr, Bishop of Wa Diocese in Ghana. Fr. Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, Rev. National Directorate of Social Communications, CSN, Nigeria Catholic Network (NCN) is the one stop integrated network for all that concerns the Catholic Church in Nigeria. John Kanu, Eziawa, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Nwozuzu Bonfrere SDV 22. 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. 54.8. Emmanuel Okonkwo, VICAR FOR PRIESTS: Rev. Fr. ** Religious Congregation It is named after Regina Pacis (Our Lady of Peace) which captures the strong Marian devotion of the people. Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. Awo-idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish Address Catholic Diocese of Orlu Secretariate, Orlu, Nigeria P.O. Msgr. Fr. Fr. All Rights Reserved. Boniface Ezikeoha, Amakor, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Fr. 47. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish Fr. Fr. Catechesis is her fundamental role of empowering the people with the knowledge of the ways of the Lord. Countries | Hyginus AguRev. 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. 81. However, we believe that a resort to courts may not be the best and fastest way to solve the problem. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Fr. Emmanuel Durujinehu: Part Time Lecturer: Seat of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri Rev. Urualla, St. Peters Parish In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. 175. 100. Credit: Orlu Diocese. Nnerim, Saints Peter and Paul Parish Fr. 15. Remigius Ezennorom, Amannachi, St. John Parish:Rev. Edom Kennedy Rev. 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. Fr. 170. Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the Worker Parish The Requiem Mass was presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Orlu, Most Rev. Fr. Simeon Eboh, Amike, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH []. death was the . Umuma, St. Andrews Parish ** Bernard Duru, Akwu, Akokwa St. Gabriel Parish:Rev. 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