Fr. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Fr. Orlu, 09 October, 2021 / 10:00 pm (ACI Africa). Obi Francis Fr. peter.wells nunciaturesa.co.za; Rev. 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. Fr. An . Remigius Ezennorom, Amannachi, St. John Parish:Rev. Fr. It is through the right political choices that our current situation can be ameliorated. Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. 91. Fr. For you and your family. Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. Dr. Hackette as the Parish []. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. Fr. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu, is in the news again, albeit for the wrong reason. Cornelius Omeike(In Residence), Uli, St. Jude Parish: Rev. Fidelis Ajamugha, Awo Idemili, St. Patrick: Rev. Fr. Fabian Nkobie Dede, St. GREGORY PASTROAL REGION: Very Rev. 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. Muoka Casmir 115. Francis Onyealusi, Awo-Idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish: Rev. Fr. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Fr. Awo-idemili, St. Martin De Porres Parish Linus Osuchukwu: Nigerian Air force. Fr. Vincent MbahRev. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. 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. Anthony Anumnu(Assistant), CARITAS TRINITY BOOKSHOP: Rev. 173. Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. Abba, St. Theresas Parish Bernard Ukwuegbu. 2022-09-08 - 2022-09-10. . Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, 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. Professor, John Carroll University, U.S.A. john Bosco Obika, Isiokpo, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Uli, St. Gregorys Parish ** Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish Theophilius Nwadike, Isiozi-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. (Dr) Agustin Ukwuoma, who is also the celebrants boss. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. 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. Osina, St. Judes Parish ** 1. SMMM 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.. 6 min read. Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna as its first Bishop (16 June 2022); the episcopal ordination and installation of Most Rev. Fr. Ordained Bishop. 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. Livinus ObiohaRev. Support Our Mission As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church []. Ntueke, St. Josephs Parish Thomas Obiatuegwu, St. THERSA PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. On April 18, 1950, it was elevated to a diocese. REGINA PACIS PARISH, IHIOMA P.O. Aji, St. Marys Parish Fr. VINCENTIAN BOX 34 ORLU. Okpara, and Priest in charge of Holy Rosary parish, Umuele, Amazano, in Njamba Council Area of Imo state, Rev. Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the Catholic . 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. 35. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH []. 75. Fr. Nkwerre, St. Thomass Parish Fr. Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Living | In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . Dike Innocent In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. Okonkwo Anthony, Eziama-Obaire, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Bishop Emeritus Ochiagha was the first bishop of Orlu Diocese. Omeike Cornelius Osu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart * Fr. Fr. Kingsley Nwadike, Ugbelle, St. Mary Parish: Rev. You are expected to be settled by 5pm. Fr. Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Celestine Ibebuike, Osina, St. Mary Parish: Very Rev. Benson Okpara, Rev. Cardinal Electors FORUM Fr. Fr. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. 126. 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. Fr. iii) ASUU Strike and Education in our Nation. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. Abajah, St. Michael's Parish * Abia Alphonsus 4. 53. Brian Udaigwe was born in Tiko in southwest Cameroon on 19 July 1964. 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. Fr. Fr. Munonye Francis Obodoukwu, St. Marys Parish Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. AMEN. Join Facebook to connect with Orlu Diocese and others you may know. Kassi Hemann, OMI, Isiekenesi, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Okpara, for resisting the temptation of not mounting unnecessary pressures on him, he called on the faithful to always pray for their priests, stressing that because they are also human, and not immune from making mistakes. Fr. Fr. Fr. 16. 22. Fr. For example, Orlu Diocese was established in 1980. Wishing you an enriching and fruitful Apostolate. Michael Anyasoro, REGINA PACIS PASTORAL REGION: Rev. 168. Jude IbegbuRev. 61. Callistus Nwobi, ADMINISTRATOR ST DAMIAN HOSPITAL OKPORO: Rev. ** Religious Congregation 72. Nearly two weeks after Fr. 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. NAMES Fr. As a Pastor, you have touched the lives of many in many positive ways. Nwachukwu MacDonald, 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. Father Cyricus Udegbulem, a priest of Orlu Diocese who went to serve in Brooklyn Diocese, New York in 1998 . 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 . In 1980, he was elevated to Bishop of Orlu in Nigeria. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Fr. Fr. 6. Nwachukwu Humphrey, Fr. An apostolic administrator is a bishop who is appointed by the Pope to see to the good order and administration of a diocese that is awaiting the appointment of a permanent bishop or ordinary. 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. 50. Amuneke Victor 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. CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF WEST AFRICA (CIWA) PORT HARCOURT: Rev. The Catholic Bishop of Nigerias Orlu Diocese and members of his residence are safe, the Vicar General of the Nigerian Diocese has said, assuring those behind the Sunday, The Catholic Bishop was saved after troops responded to a distress call at about 2:30 a.m. on Sunday 31 October 2021,, Pope Francis Cuts Free and Discounted Rent for Cardinals, Vatican Managers, Catholic Bishops in Nigeria Call for Calm, Electoral Body Declares President-elect, Kenyas Supreme Court Pro-Homosexual Rights Ruling Disturbing: Christian Professionals, German Catholic Priest Still Missing 100 Days after Kidnapping in Mali, Caritas Freetown Lauds EU Commitment to Support Credible Elections in Sierra Leone, Scheduled SECAM Plenary Assembly to prepare draft of African Synod Document: Official, Another Catholic Priest in Nigerias Enugu Diocese Freed after Abduction, God has not, will never abandon His people: Nigerian Bishop amid Regional Insecurity, Shed no more blood, work toward unity, peaceful co-existence: Catholic Bishop in Nigeria. Fr. We are grateful to God for the successful hosting of the Reunion of the Episcopal Conferences of West Africa (RECOWA) Assembly in Nigeria (3 8 May 2022) and felicitate with its new president His Excellency Alexis Touably Youlo of Ivory Coast. Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish Fr. Samuel Obasi(In Residence)Rev. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu (Latin: Orluan(a)) is a diocese located in . Msgr. Fr. Fr. Amiri, St. Geralds Parish Fr. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. 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. Desmond Chilagorom, FANANCIAL ADMINISTOR: Rev. Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 170. 38. Abuja Office: Plot 459, Cadastral Zone B2, Southern Parkway, Durumi 1, Abuja, Web: Contact info: John, O. Onaiyekan[ Apostolic Administrator] Catholic Bishop's House, Box 205, Imo State, 6. Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Remember that God rewards abundantlythose who foster vocations. Fr. Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. Gorge Chikata, VICAR GENERAL: Very Rev. Fr. Nearby places of worship. Johnbosco Ezugba, Osina, St. Michael: Rev. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES: Rev. Contact the director and get involved. Fr. Emmanuel Izuka, Very Rev. Fr. 121. Fr. Ikechukwu NwaghaRev. PARISH Desmond Nwanyawu, Uzii, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. We congratulate Most Rev. Edom Kennedy . Joseph AlaekweRev. Let us turn our attention to God in prayer and fasting for our nation to get it right. 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. Chimezie Chinemerem Unadike, Awo-Omamma, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Countries | Osouf was appointed the first Archbishop of Tokyo. 24. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. Vacant | Sylvanus Ibe, Obodoukwu, St. MaryParish:Rev. CMF Fr. Fr. Fr. Luke IjezieRev. HF Ozowara Raymond, Umuwala, St. John Parish: Rev. As part of this free service you may receive occasional offers from us at EWTN News and EWTN. 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. Amanduagba, St. Damains Parish Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish 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. 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. George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. Fr. Christian Azubuike, Abba, St. Theresa Parish:Rev. 41. Emmanuel Okonkwo confirmed the October 31 armed robbery incident at the Bishops residence in which assailants made away with some valuables.. Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. 172. Box 430, Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria. Fr. Following persistent cases of insecurity recorded in Nigeria's 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. Owerre-Umudioka, St. Pauls Parish Fr. Fr. In other words, they are to accept as their divine vocation the task of sanctifying the world like leaven from within (cf. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. Felix C. OjimbaRev. 139. Fr. Uche Valentine 44. Fr. Fr. 64. House of Grace Ede Ede . Fr. Amaruru, St. Johns Parish Fr. Fr. Henry Nnadozie, Uli, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Fr. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity, Politics is a noble vocation. 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. 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. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. Urualla, St. Peters Parish This would surely reduce the level of poverty, insecurity and unrest in our land. Longinus Chukwudi Nwaka, Obodoukwu, St. Patricks: Rev. Youngest | Structured View Fr. 117. John Bosco Mba-OforRev. Mgbidi, St. Johns Parish ** Fr. Obiekwe Mark-Anthony Fr. Would you like to undertake sponsorship of a Major or Minor seminarian of Orlu Diocese? Arondizuogu, St. James Parish Anaele Charles Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. Fr. Nwozuzu Bonfrere Nwachukwu Raphael Bona Ike-Ozoigbo, posited that such occasion was a moment of sober refection for the celebrant. Ngozichukwu Chimezie, Awo-Idemili, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. 99. 9. Dedicated under the patronage of Saint Michael the Archangel, with story Catholic faith and practice. Ajiero Kizito Fr. We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. Orji Jeremiah International Taxpayers. Argument #2: The growth of the Church in Africa since Vatican II is entirely thanks to The Council. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity,2 and 7; John Paul II, Lay Members of Christs Faithful, 16). 54. We thank Most Rev. 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. 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. Henry Okolie, Abajah, Holy Rosary:Rev. In very many ways, you have been a great source of joy and pride to sacred priesthood the Bishop declared. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Ihiteowerri, St. Martins Parish Alaoma Lawrence Judethaddeus Osunkwo Ph.D Catholic Priest at RCAB; Pastor; Author & Publisher Lakeville, Massachusetts, United States Fr. Fr. Recent | William Onwuneme, Elugwu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish: Rev. Fr. Kingsley Emejuru, Mgbidi, St Marys: Rev. 56. I remain grateful to them for being supportive and receptive to my Ministry he stated. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. John Bakeni as the Auxiliary Bishop of Maiduguri Diocese on 1 July 2022 and 7 July 2022 respectively. 169. Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. 14. xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. Fr. Msgr. Thomas ObiatuegwuRev. Titular | Agnes Aineah is a Kenyan journalist with a background in digital and newspaper reporting. Fr. Fr. 51. Read More. Chibuike UkehRev. Sylvester Nnaekezie, Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. OMd Use the form below to stay informed, and to tell us where we can send the ACI Africa Updates! Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. This happened when the . Isu Okporo, st. Martins Parish 37. Fr. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fr. 119. Fr. John Ukwuoma: Rev. Stephen Okafor, St. Camillus Chaplaincy IMSUTH: Rev. It is named after the oldest parish in the area, Saint Gregory Parish Amaigbo, and is a vibrant community of faith. Fr. Regina Pacis Region is one of four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Ezeka Ephraim Cyril Duru, Amaigbo, St.Patrick: Rev. Fr. Join the diocese in prayer for the shepherds of the Church as they come to our diocese. Justin OdurukweRev. 20. Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. Parish Desmond ChilagoromRev. Patrick OBrien FSSP, Umuchima, C. I. C. Parish: Rev. Upcoming Events. 135. Hyginus AguRev. In campaigning and canvassing for votes, we urge politicians to eschew the politics of bitterness, divisiveness and religious bigotry. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. Emmanuel Ilozulike, Nkwerre, St. Thomas Parish: Rev. FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. 102. 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. 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. Honorius Ibe, UMUNA, URBANSECONDARY SCHOOL:Rev. 68. Cletus Osuji, Rev. 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. On August 13, 1912, the Archdiocese of Tokyo ceded the prefectures of Toyama, Fukui and Ishikawa to the newly established Prefecture Apostolic of Niigata . Fr. Emmanuel JinehuRev. Ikemezie Mulumba It is Gods call too to help change the world around us. Sokoto (Prefecture Apostolic); Historical, see Sokoto (Diocese) Sokoto (Diocese) Southern Nigeria {Nigeria Meridionale} (Vicariate Apostolic); Historical , see Onitsha (Archdiocese) Umutanze, St. Marys Parish With more than 1 million Catholics, the diocese is actively engaged in evangelization and pastoral initiatives. Egbuna Franklin 125. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish Akatta, St. Martins 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. Amucha, St. Patricks Parish Oboro Amurie, St. Michaels Parish ** 140. 153. 7. Fr. Kevin Iwuoha, Arondizuogu, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Alele Prince 154. Joseph MaduikeRev. Onuegbunweze Franklin August 5, 2022
Amaifeke, St. Gregorys Parish It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. Fr. Umudioka Ukwu, St. Anthonys Parish 10. The history is divided into three parts: the advent of Catholicism in Idomaland, the making of Otukpo Diocese and Otukpo as a diocese. 29. Stanley Onyeagba, Amurie-Omanze, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Anyim Michael Emmanuel Maduekwe, Amorka, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Augustine Nwankwo, OMIRev. Fr. 142. Fr. There are over 4,500 oblates, priests and brothers, working in over 65 countries in the world. May our Mother Mary, Queen and Patroness of Nigeria, continue to intercede for us. Princewill Chukwuyerenwa, Mgbidi, St. Johns: Rev. Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. 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. Roman Curia | Stanley NwokejiRev. Oliver Ochieze, Ozara, St. Patrick Parish: Rev Fr. Paul Anozie, Aji, St. Marys Parish:Rev. New Apostolic Nuncio appointed Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 01:01 Pope Francis has appointed Monsignor Brian Udaigwe, Titular Archbishop of Suelli as the. Fr. Vitus Okechukwu, Umudioka-Ukwu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Nnamezie Rginald From Magnus Eze, Enugu Pioneer bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Most Rev. 150. Fr. Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish Fr. Fr. 52. More updates about their coming will be provided. 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. Fr. Aloysius AbanekeRev. Anyaoha Benedict 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. Fr. hebronhomeng house 11A, Pitsidia . Fr. Fr. Moses Iheanacho, Amucha, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Uzoka Henry Otulu, St. Anthonys Parish Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. Ukaegbu Camillus Umuwala, St. Johns Parish Kenneth Agu (Secretary)Rev. Catechesis is her fundamental role of empowering the people with the knowledge of the ways of the Lord. Fr. 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. Fr. Fr. 96. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Luke IjezieRev. Ethelbert NgokaRev. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Rev. Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Mmadubueze Frankline As we rejoice with you, we cannot but recall the many years of selfless service that you have rendered to the Church and humanity. Fr. Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. Fr. 65. All Rights Reserved. Oruigbo Valentine Ogbonna Benjamin Mmadufor Gerald Fr. Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. SMMM Fr. 137. Isiozi-Akah, St. Josephs Parish Kenneth AmasiatuRev. Justin Madu, Umutanze, St. Mary Parish: Rev. When the chief shepherd appears . The Synod is meant to be a journey of sharing, reflecting and listening to one another at all levels in the Church: parish, diocesan, provincial, national, continental, and universal. Fr. In the November 2 statement, Fr. Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Notes This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 01:04 (UTC). 19. Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish Aguzie Elvis 105. Emmanuel Okonkwo, VICAR FOR PRIESTS: Rev. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish MSP Ernest Chike DikeRev. Fr. Amannachi, St. Johns Parish ** Fr. Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. 156. In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . 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. Fr. If you want to be part of the preparation, please contact the diocesan chancery. 21 Jun 2008. Jude Udokwu, Isiekenesi, St Patricks Umuaghobe: Rev. . 63. Having prayerfully reflected on issues affecting the Church and the Nigerian State, we now issue this Communiqu: The Church teaches that politics is for the common good, in which it finds its full justification and significance and the source of its inherent legitimacy (cf. Msgr. Amiri, St. Johns Parish Fr. as its first Bishop and Most . CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 S/N PARISH NAMES 1. Fr. 77. 78. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish Msgr. 32. Fr. Oluigbo Kingsley Benedict Obi(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerre-Akokwa, St. David parish: Rev. Awo-Omamma, Christ the King Parish Justin Onyenemegam. Fr. Augustine T. Ukwuoma. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish It is named after one of the oldest parishes in the region, Regina Pacis Parish Ihioma, which is located southwest from the Cathedral. 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