The resident priest, Fr. Amauju, St. Theresas Parish Spiralling inflation, high costs of goods and services, soaring unemployment, crude oil theft and non-functioning refineries have inflicted untold hardship on the citizens. Companion Link. Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish 75. by Date | xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. Fr. Parish Innocent Obiefula(Assistant Parish Priest)), Umuaka, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Paschal Agu, Amandugba, St. Damian Parish: Rev. Henry Anaeche, Mgbidi, St. Patricks: Rev. Amaigbo, St. Josephs Parish Desmond Chilagorom, FANANCIAL ADMINISTOR: Rev. . 54.8. Edmund Igboanusi: Lecturer, Imo State University, Rev. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. It is named after Regina Pacis (Our Lady of Peace) which captures the strong Marian devotion of the people. 63. 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. Contact info: Fr. Fr. Nichodemus Adii, Urualla, St. Stephen: Rev. Facebook gives people the power to. Isunjaba, St. Josephs Parish 135. 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. 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. Youngest | Amiri, St. Michaels Parish Fr. 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.. Justin Madu, Umutanze, St. Mary Parish: Rev. It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Emmanuel Okonkwo confirmed the October 31 armed robbery incident at the Bishops residence in which assailants made away with some valuables.. Fr. Nwachukwu Humphrey, 21. MicroData Summary for Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma ( VIAF: 9230231 ) Bishop Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma (born 29 Aug 1953 ) Bishop of Orlu. Fr. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Obibi-Ochasi, St. Josephs Parish Ubulu, St. Martins Parish Toochukwu Ezikeudu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish: Rev. John Bakeni as the Auxiliary Bishop of Maiduguri Diocese on 1 July 2022 and 7 July 2022 respectively. Okoro Augustine Principal), UMUAKA, ST. SAVIOURSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Joseph Nwiboko, St. Augustine Police Chaplaincy: Rev. 49. When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the crown of unfading glory. 1 Pet 5:1-11. Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'Iroko' and father figure in the Orlu Catholic diocese having served in the Lord's . The Bishop, had earlier in his congratulating massage to Fr. Fr. AUCHI DIOCESE Most Rev. 33. Chiedozie Ohazurike(Ass. Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish As we thank God for considerable growth in political consciousness in Nigeria, we recognise that such consciousness needs guidance through political education so that all citizens, in general and young people, in particular, will be able to effectively play their part in political affairs (cf. Address Catholic Diocese of Orlu Secretariate, Orlu, Nigeria P.O. Fr. Edom Kennedy On August 13, 1912, the Archdiocese of Tokyo ceded the prefectures of Toyama, Fukui and Ishikawa to the newly established Prefecture Apostolic of Niigata . 123. Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Orlu Diocese is on Facebook. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Ndiuche Named after one of the oldest parishes in the area, it covers rerrirotires in two local governments in Ideato (Ideato North and South). Aloysius AbanekeRev. Oboro Amurie, St. Michaels Parish ** Bejamine Nwanguma, Umuopia, Akokwa St. Jude parish:Rev. Osina, St. Michaels Parish Anthony J.V. Christopher Ukeje, Umuobom, St. John Parish: Rev. Catholicism in the area called Otukpo Diocese is traceable to the first quarter of the 20th century. One of its priests, Rev. Fr. 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 . We continue to pray for the eternal repose of our venerable brother, Most Rev. Donatus Dozie, Amazu, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. John Kanu, Eziawa, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. 7. . Anthony Nwosu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Its only presence in Africa is in the Diocese of Orlu in Eastern Nigeria. GPS Coordinates 5.79449,7.03589 . Mgbee, Holy Cross Parish Anthony Ikeme, Mgbidi, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Isiokpo, St. Johns 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. Diocese: Orlu. Fr. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. 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. [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 . Bishop Emeritus Ochiagha was the first bishop of Orlu Diocese. Urualla, St. Michaels Parish Fr. James Nwokeji (Assistant Secretary), Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish, Orlu:Rev. 115. Anyim Michael With more than 1 million Catholics, the diocese is actively engaged in evangelization and pastoral initiatives. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest . Callistus Nwobi, DIOCESAN COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES: Rev. Joseph MaduikeRev. N1,000; N5,000; N10,000; N15,000; N20,000; N25,000;N30,000; N35,000 yearly. Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. Nwanedo Luke Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. SCHONESTAT Regrettably, the government has not lived up to its duties with regard to security. Fr. Fr. Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. Ochiagha retired in 2008. Francis Egbebu, Abba, Christ the King Parish: Rev. It is Gods call too to help change the world around us. As such, political authority has to be exercised within the limits of the moral order and directed towards the common good. Fr. Ebenator, All Saints Parish Stanley Onyeagba, Amurie-Omanze, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Oguegbu Louis Maria All | He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. Justin OdurukweRev. Ogudo KingsleyEziali Mgbidi, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Nnagboro Kizito Fr. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Fr. Fr. Placid Eze, Arondizuogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Cyriacus Nwadike, Umukaegwu, Akokwa St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Finian NwaozorRev. Michael Kalu Ukpong on his assumption of office as the Diocesan Administrator of Umuahia on 24 June 2022. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazuno ** Fr. Fr. Raymond Alaneme, Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Fr. Fathers and Sisters, as well as the Catholic Bishop of Orlu Diocese, Most Rev. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Fr. Anthony Udem, Amanator, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Otulu, St. Anthonys Parish Donald Nwaka (Assistant Parish Priest), Amauju, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Osimeleze Stanley 41. Onyemma Lazarus Ernest Ndukwu, St Martin De Tours Amiri: Rev. Nwoha Declan Livinus ObiohaRev. Consistories | In campaigning and canvassing for votes, we urge politicians to eschew the politics of bitterness, divisiveness and religious bigotry. . Fr. 56. Augustine Ukwuoma Diocesan Catholic Secretariat, Box 430, Orlu, Imo State. peter.wells nunciaturesa.co.za; Rev. Fr. Declan Ugorji CMFRev. Uli, St. Ignatius Parish ** Martin EgbuoguRev. I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Fr. Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Ogberuru, St. Patricks Parish watch Priestly Ordination of Orlu Diocese and Reception of Frs Njoku Darlington and Ezechukwu Chrysantus#priestlyordination#Orludiocese#28thAugust#NjokuDarli. Isdore Igwegbe, Isu Dim Na Nume, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. Basil the Great Parish: Rev. Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. Rev. Brian Udaigwe: Apostolic Nuncio to Benin, Titular Archbishop of Suelli, Rev. Fr. Sabinus Ekebor (Associate Administrator), Holy Rosary Parish, Orlu:Rev. In very many ways, you have been a great source of joy and pride to sacred priesthood the Bishop declared. Mgbidi, St. Michaels Parish ** Fr. 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. 2022-09-08 - 2022-09-10. . Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. Cosmas Udogu, Isu-Okporo, St. Martins of Tours Parish: Rev. Atta, St. Fidelis Parish Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. BE A BENEFACTOR OF VOCATION INTEREST PROMOTERS ASSOCIATION. Ethelbert NgokaRev. Judethaddeus Osunkwo Ph.D Catholic Priest at RCAB; Pastor; Author & Publisher Lakeville, Massachusetts, United States 79. Akaeme Henry Awo-idemili, Christ the King Parish Gabriel Ekpenyo CSSp, Awo-Omamma, St. Fr. Msgr. Remigius UdembaozohRev. Fr. Nelson Ezeala(Assistant), Awo-Idemili, St. Martin de Porres Parish: Rev. Born in Ibeme on August 31, 1931, the late cleric was ordained Priest of Umuahia in 1960. Catechesis is her fundamental role of empowering the people with the knowledge of the ways of the Lord. Fr. Owerre-Umudioka, St. Pauls Parish Brian Udaigwe was born in Tiko in southwest Cameroon on 19 July 1964. Parishes - Catholic Diocese of Orlu orludiocese.org P. O. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES: Rev. Fr. 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. Fr. Thomas ObiatuegwuRev. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! 71. Kenneth Ezeala, Owerre Umudioka, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Isiekenesi, St. Anthonys Parish 127. Fr. Nwachukwu Raphael Alele Prince CMF 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 . JohnBosco ObiakorRev. Okporo, St. Theresas Parish * And as you turn another page in your life, the entire Christ faithful of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu commend you to God for continuous protection and guidance to face the challenges ahead. Ihioma, St. Johns Parish 35. MSP Fr. Joseph OkorieRev. Apostolic Nuncio FIDEI DONUM U S A Abba Christ the King Parish John Bosco Mba-OforRev. Ike-Ozoigbo, equally urged the church faithful to refrain from the habit of tempting ordained Clergy men, pointing out that as mere mortals, they are always confronted with human challenges which can only be tackled via fervent prayers. Fr. Vincent Okafor, Amucha, St. Paschal Parish: Rev. Amucha, St. Anthonys Parish BOX 34 ORLU. Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. Fr. 142. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. Munonye Francis Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. Fr. International Taxpayers. Ugbelle, St. Marys Parish SMMM 100. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Augustine Iwuagwu ((AdminstratorRev. 171. We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. Francis Onyealusi, Awo-Idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish: Rev. Remigius Anyadioha, Mbato, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Oliver Okolie, Awo-Omamma, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. We prayerfully wish him a full and speedy recovery. 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. 6. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Onyekamma Emmanuel Fr. 78. Ikemezie Mulumba Umele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. 86. Maurice Emelu: Ass. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. Fr. The Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. Fr. Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . Fr. 32. Mmeremiukwu, Assah-Ubirielem, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Umuowa, St. Marys Parish REGINA PACIS PARISH, IHIOMA P.O. Nwozuzu Bonfrere 107. Amiri, St. Geralds Parish Chibueze Igwe(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, Queen of Apostles Parish: Rev. We work in Europe, America, Latin America, Africa-Madagascar, Asia and Oceania. 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. Oliver Ochieze, Ozara, St. Patrick Parish: Rev Fr. Okonkwo says, and adds, The Diocese has forgiven these robbers, while praying for their repentance.. 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. Cajetan OlegharaRev. 42. Fr. Ogoh Sixtus Fr. Fr. Fr. Luke IjezieRev. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. 167. 69 talking about this. Fr. 14. Akabuiro Livinus Fr. Brendan Diribe (Parish Priest)Rev. Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Anthonys Parish Popes | 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. Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. Fr. Oldest | Onwugbufor Martin 36. 20. 98. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. 16. Mbato, St. Theresas Parish Adibemma Victor Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. 110. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu will host the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) 2nd Plenary from September 8-16, 2022. Anusionwu Lukeben Fr. Modestus UkwanduRev. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY . 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. Enwerem Joseph hebronhomeng house 11A, Pitsidia . For more information visit www.orludiocese.org. We commend our nation into the hands of God as we move ahead in faith, hope and trust. She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. Christian Azubuike, Abba, St. Theresa Parish:Rev. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish Luke IjezieRev. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. Fr. 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. Fr. Aji, St. Marys Parish Valentine Ogike, Amiri, St. Mchaels Umuecheta: Rev. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 74). Paulinus Okeke, ORLU, BISHOP SHANAHAN SECONDARY 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. Donatus Nnagha, Okponakuma, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Chrysanthus Ugorji (Parish Priest)Rev. Josephat Ndinojuo (Rector)Rev. Anthony Okonkwo, Urualla, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Obodoukwu, St. Marys Parish 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. Akokwa, St. Barnabas Parish 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. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. Amaifeke, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Fr. Isu (Umunakara), St. Cyrils Parish Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. Ugbelle-Akah, St. Josephs Parish ** Sebastine Mgbe, Arondizuogu, St. James Parish: Rev. Bishops: In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. Stanley Echefu(a.i), NTUEKE, DOMINIC SAVIO SECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Anthony Nwosu: Imo State University. Fr. On November 29, 1980, the diocese was created out of the then Owerri Diocese (now Owerri Archdiocese), by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II. Fr. Emmanuel Nwokeji(Ass. Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. 47. Join Facebook to connect with Orlu Diocese and others you may know. Fr. Felix C. OjimbaRev. 113. Remigius Ezennorom, Amannachi, St. John Parish:Rev. Chrysantus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Ihioma, Regina Pacis Parish: Rev. Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. Fr. Fr. Nkemjika UchechukwuRev. Obinna as Archbishop of Owerri after 29 years of dynamic leadership to the Archdiocese. God's Light Baptist church Okon-Eket . Raymond Ihenetu, Ibiasoegbe, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. Wishing you an enriching and fruitful Apostolate. Fr. Information. Living | Fr. Josephat Obiajunwa, VICAR FOR LAITY: Msgr. Nwabichie Anslem death was the . 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. Oruigbo Valentine Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. 173. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. The bishop visits the members of the Catholic diocese every weekend, to attend to their spiritual and pastoral needs. John XXIII, Mother and Teacher, 180). Izeji Paschal Boniface Ezikeoha, Amakor, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Uchechukwu Nnajiofor, Rev. Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish Cornelius Omeike(In Residence), Uli, St. Jude Parish: Rev. Saint Theresa Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, named after Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus who is the named for the oldest parish in the region, Saint Theresa Parish Uli. Bede OkikeRev. In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . 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. Abajah, St. Michael's Parish * Abia Alphonsus 4. 68. 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. Dioceses: Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. 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I remain grateful to them for being supportive and receptive to my Ministry he stated. Okwudor, Christ the King Parish Ede Victor. Umuago, St. Charles Parish Awo-Omamma, Christ the King Parish 144. Awo-Omamma, St. Patricks Parish 0:32. Fr. Fr. * Interdiocesan 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. 90. 103. When you subscribe to the ACI Africa Updates, we will send you a daily email with links to the news you need. Rev. The Apostolic Church Peter Umoh Assembly Calabar 54020 . Fr. Eziawa, St. Anthonys Parish Kenneth Obialisi Director/EditorRev. Stanley NwokejiRev. Fr. May our Mother Mary, Queen and Patroness of Nigeria, continue to intercede for us. 174. 102. Abia Alphonsus Umuhu-Okabia, St. Josephs Parish SDV The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . Muodebelu, Francis Fr. 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. 143. Ibeachusim Leonard(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerri-Ebiri, Our Lady of Lourdes: Rev. 162. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. 157. August 5, 2022 An account of the incident reported in the U.S. media at the weekend alleged that Rev. Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . Fr. Credit: Orlu Diocese. 99. Vincent MbahRev. How Tiens MLM made an Okirika seller a multi millionaire. Fr. 108. OSOGBO DIOCESE Join Facebook to connect with Orlu Diocese and others you may know. Fr. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. 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. 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 . 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. Ad Limina | 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. 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. 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. Urualla, St. Judes Parish PARISH Mark Ojotu Of Otukpo Diocese | Elendu Reports Online, Rev. Ihiteowerri, St. Martins Parish 95. Fr. Awo-idemili, St. Gregorys Parish 104. Fr. / 5.79639N 7.03889E / 5.79639; 7.03889. Okoye John Paul(Assistant), Umuozu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. Eziachi, St. Patricks Parish 9. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, 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 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. Gregory OkorobiaRev. CMF Fr. Box 425, Auchi Edo State. Upcoming Events. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Onyema Emmanuel Fr. Tobias Ihionu, Ikpaocha Arondizuogu, St. Patrick: Rev. Amaruru, St. Johns Parish 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. SDV ORLU DIOCESE Most Rev. Fr. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. 8. The Requiem Mass was presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Orlu, Most Rev. Uju Remigius, Ugbelle-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish Fr. Lagos 23401 . Oluigbo Kingsley Join the diocese in prayer for the shepherds of the Church as they come to our diocese. Fr. Urualla, St. Peters Parish Obodoukwu, St. Anns Parish S/N Kevin Iwuoha, Arondizuogu, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. 4. 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. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. Fr. Into the Breach: An Apostolic Exhortation from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted to the Men of the Diocese of Phoenix Into the Breach Page 4 and revitalized for battle. 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. 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