Fr. Edom Kennedy I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Cornelius Omeike(In Residence), Uli, St. Jude Parish: Rev. Fr. Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Kingsley Mgbeojirikwe, Arondizuogu, Divine Mercy Parish: Rev. JohnBosco ObiakorRev. 94. We congratulate Most Rev. Duru Vitus(Vice Rector), SANTA MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL UMUAKAU:Rev. Fr. We work in Europe, America, Latin America, Africa-Madagascar, Asia and Oceania. 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. 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. Fr. Brendan Mgbenwelu, DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTIONS: Rev. OMd George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu will host the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) 2nd Plenary from September 8-16, 2022. SDV No doubt, we stand at a crossroads. She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Fr. Fr. Arondizuogu, St. James Parish Fr. Assah-Ubirielem, St. Marys Parish Ugbala Kingsley Fr. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity,2 and 7; John Paul II, Lay Members of Christs Faithful, 16). We call on all citizens to be law-abiding, vigilant, and to shun all forms of violence and criminality. Most Rev. Anyim Michael Cosmas Udogu, Isu-Okporo, St. Martins of Tours Parish: Rev. There are over 4,500 oblates, priests and brothers, working in over 65 countries in the world. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. Fr. 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 . Ajiero Kizito In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . 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.. Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish The protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. It was in 1966 that the confines of the present Catholic Diocese of Orlu were raised to Deanery with Rev. 147. Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu. 130. 90. Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. Amiri, St. Geralds Parish Fr. Sylvester Nnaekezie, Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Prior to that time, it was part of the Diocese of Owerri. VINCENTIAN Bonaventure Ozoigbo, Umuhu-Okabia, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Obinna as Archbishop of Owerri after 29 years of dynamic leadership to the Archdiocese. Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martins Parish Ikechukwu NwaghaRev. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. Ezeka Ephraim We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Luke IjezieRev. Francis Egbebu, Abba, Christ the King Parish: Rev. The fruits of the prayer efforts, fund raising and the work of the hands of so many outstanding . Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. All Rights Reserved. Fr. Bede Okike, NWANEGADI PRESS/FORUM NEWSPAPERE: Rev. John, O. Onaiyekan[ Apostolic Administrator] Catholic Bishop's House, Box 205, Imo State, 6. Fr. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. The bishop visits the members of the Catholic diocese every weekend, to attend to their spiritual and pastoral needs. 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. 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. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. Individuals abroad and more Basil the Great Parish: Rev. Kevin Njoku C.S.Sp(Assistant Parish Priest)Rev. Anthony Okonkwo, Urualla, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Nwaokoro Bernard Fr. Fr. Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Ordained Bishop. Nkamuike Casmir Kenneth NwokoloRev. Fr. Fr. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). Osu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart * Nevertheless, this oft-repeated claim about Africa really deserves to be examined more closely, as it is one of the great myths of our time. These elections were made at an Episcopal Synod held at St. Peter's Chapel at the Ibru International . Bartholomew NnoromRev. 167. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish N1,000; N5,000; N10,000; N15,000; N20,000; N25,000;N30,000; N35,000 yearly. Fr. Father Cyricus Udegbulem, a priest of Orlu Diocese who went to serve in Brooklyn Diocese, New York in 1998 . Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. Fr. 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. Fr. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. 86. 20. In the November 2 statement, Fr. 27. Amaike, St. Peters Parish Fr. Nwozuzu Bonfrere 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. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu wishes to use this medium to make an official statement on the armed robbery incident at the Bishops House Orlu, Fr. Amanduagba, St. Damains Parish Aloh Cletus Uchechukwu C.S.SpRev. Deceased | Awo-idemili, St. Martin De Porres Parish Orlu, 09 October, 2021 / 10:00 pm (ACI Africa). Ukanero Collins 119. Living | . Fr. 39. Fr. Read More. Charles EmezieRev. 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. Emmanuel OkonkwoRev. Abia Alphonsus Ibeachusim Leonard(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerri-Ebiri, Our Lady of Lourdes: Rev. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH []. John XXIII, Mother and Teacher, 180). The 2023 General Elections are fast approaching. Isiokpo, St. Johns Parish 41. Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Fr. Fr. We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. AMEN. Facebook gives people the power to. This happened when the . Moses Iheanacho, Amucha, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Wale Odunsi. Oruigbo Valentine 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. 140. Fr. Nwachukwu Raphael Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. Msgr. Alone with God solution camp Lokoja-Abuja express, Pai junction before . . Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish Obiekwe Mark-Anthony Only when the people are enlightened to take cognisance of their duties to the nation and their rights in it can they escape the servitude of political manipulation and ignorance in their electoral habits. Fr. Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish Fr. Fr. We call on all our citizens and institutions to work towards responsible political behaviour and informed choices. 35. Ugonna Mbonu, Rev. 105. Fr. Valentine Ogike, Amiri, St. Mchaels Umuecheta: Rev. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. iii) ASUU Strike and Education in our Nation. Fr. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna as its first Bishop (16 June 2022); the episcopal ordination and installation of Most Rev. Paschal Onyelonu, Ihioma, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. xvi) applied this latter term to the territory subject to a bishop. Urualla, St. Judes Parish Amaifeke, St. Josephs Parish 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. Paschal Agu, Amandugba, St. Damian Parish: Rev. Alele Prince Anthony EgbosimbaRev. While thanking the family members of Fr. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. 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 . Angelo Van der PuttenRev. Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. She lives the Holy Father Pope Francis mandate of living the joy of the Gospel in the margins of society. Tobias Ihionu, Ikpaocha Arondizuogu, St. Patrick: Rev. Atta, St. Fidelis Parish Fr. Each pastoral experience added to my spiritual growth , humility, and commitment to the service of God and humanity. 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. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity, Politics is a noble vocation. Attacks on travellers and worshippers in Churches and other places of worship have become too frequent. Samuel Obasi(In Residence)Rev. Akatta, St. Patricks Parish Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Companion Link. Abajah, St. Aloysius' Parish Akaeme Henry 5. Nkume, St. Josephs Parish Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. 150. About Franciscan Catechetics. If we succeed in doing these things, we shall indeed cross the threshold into a new dawn in our country. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Onuegbunweze Franklin The Apostolic Canons (xiv, xv), and the Council of Nica in 325 (can. Judethaddeus Osunkwo Ph.D Catholic Priest at RCAB; Pastor; Author & Publisher Lakeville, Massachusetts, United States On 16th October 1975, he was sent to Bigard Memorial Seminary, Enugu to begin his philosophical studies, by the late Bishop Mark [], Following Christs mandate for Catholics to go into the world and bear witness to the Gospel (Mark 16:15), the Catholic Diocese of Orlu prioritizes vocations to different ministries in the Church and service of the community. 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. Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish IN THE SERVICE OF THE UNIVERSAL CHURCHMost Rev. 61. Titular Archbishop of Marcianopolis Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa. 169. Remigius Anyadioha, Mbato, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha (29 Nov 1980 Appointed - 25 Mar 2008 Retired) Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma . Augustine Ifediba, Uli, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Orji Jeremiah BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Ijeoma Kenneth Nevertheless, the Church is not indifferent or neutral to the formation and activities of the political community (cf. Amucha, St. Paschals Parish ** Fr. Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. VINCENTIAN Fr. Spiritual Year, 4 years Philosophy & 4 years Theology. Ogoh Sixtus Amanator, St. Josephs Parish SCHONESTAT Popes | 124. Chukwuma Ohajiekwu, Orsu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Arihi Gabriel, HUNGARYRev. 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. Dominic Obiakor, Umuago, St. Charles Parish:Rev. Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. House of Grace Ede Ede . Amucha, St. Anthonys Parish January 11, 2021. ** Religious Congregation Fr. In Africa, touted most . Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. Holy See | Augustine T. Ukwuoma. Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Awo-Omamma, St. Patricks Parish Livinus Igbodekwe, Uli, St. Anthony of Padua Parish: Rev. Necrology Emmanuel DurunwaRev. On November 29, 1980, the diocese was created out of the then Owerri Diocese (now Owerri Archdiocese), by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II. Desmond Chilagorom, FANANCIAL ADMINISTOR: Rev. Uche Valentine Nwoha Declan Josephat Obiajunwa, VICAR FOR LAITY: Msgr. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Ndiuche Fr. 111. Mbadiule Christian Donald Nwaka (Assistant Parish Priest), Amauju, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Alphonsus Anumudu, Urualla, St. Peters Parish: Rev Fr. Okpara, and Priest in charge of Holy Rosary parish, Umuele, Amazano, in Njamba Council Area of Imo state, Rev. 115. 58. Celestine Ibebuike, Osina, St. Mary Parish: Very Rev. Fr. Fr. Armed robbery and cybercrimes have continued unabated. Isiozi-Akah, St. Josephs Parish C. Isu (Umunakara), St. Cyrils Parish Fr. Anaele Charles Fr. John Ukwuoma: Rev. Nwabichie Anslem Fr. Catechesis is her fundamental role of empowering the people with the knowledge of the ways of the Lord. Fr. Chibuike UkehRev. Akokwa, St. Judes Parish Msgr. 164. Urualla, St. Andrews Parish 127. Sylvanus Ibe, Obodoukwu, St. MaryParish:Rev. Umuobom, St. Johns Parish Owerre-Umudioka, St. Pauls Parish Fr. Eziachi, St. Patricks Parish 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. . Nearly two weeks after Fr. Urualla, St. Peters Parish Festus OnyebuekeRev. MSCC Vernatius EdihRev. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish Fr. I Will Use Charm On Whoever Raids My House For Weed- Portable, Kanayo O Kanayo Marks 60th Birthday With Prayers, Anxiety As Corpse Of 80-year-old Woman Goes Missing In Morgue, [VIDEO]: Release My Husband Nursing Mother Storms Female Neighbours House, AMCVA 2022: Broda Shaggi, Oga Sabinus Shines As AMVCA Ends In Style; See Full List of Winners. Sebastine Mgbe, Arondizuogu, St. James Parish: Rev. Credit: Orlu Diocese. 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". Argument #2: The growth of the Church in Africa since Vatican II is entirely thanks to The Council. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. Sylvester Nnaekezie Manager, SACRED HEARTPASTORAL CENTER: Rev. 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. MSP Fr. Born into the family of Mr/Mrs. Fr. Nigeria Catholic Network, Young Adult Programme (YAP) [Modules 1,2 & 3], COMMUNIQUE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF NIGERIA: ORLU 2022. Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish The Priest says that after some interval, the Nigerian Army arrived at the scene of the armed robbery and took some photographs. Ifeanyi Agbahia, Ebenator Ekwe, St. Anne Parish: Rev. Religious Orders | In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. 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. Fr. Fr. Vitus Okechukwu, Umudioka-Ukwu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. 112. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, Rev. Akokwa, St. Barnabas Parish Anthonio Filipazzi, joined by some Archbishops and Bishops for Vespers at Mater Dei Cathedral preceding the. Fr. Youngest | Augustine Nwankwo, OMIRev. Fr. Emmanuel Okonkwo, VICAR FOR PRIESTS: Rev. Fr. Emeh Paschal Fr. Eziawa, St. Anthonys Parish Following the continued rejection of Bishop-elect of the Diocese, Bishop Peter Ebele Okpaleke, who underwent Episcopal Consecration on . 47. 17. Area: 929 km Statistics: 189 parishes, 1 mission, 337 priests (308 diocesan, 29 religious), 196 lay religious (30 brothers, 166 sisters), 97 seminarians (2020) 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 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. Abajah, St. Michaels Parish * Kingsley EbosieRev. Umuaka, St. Pauls Parish ** 125. Fr. Fr. Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. 60. Fr. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Fr. Rev. Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish Abba Christ the . 7. Arondizuogu, St. Josephs Parish ** Lagos 23401 . Fr. Fr. Ifeanyi F.B.I Agodi, Amiri, St. John Nchoko: Rev. 170. Okorie Valentine Fr. 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. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Onyemma Lazarus ii). Isaac Dugu as the Bishop of Katsina-Ala Diocese and Most Rev. Fr. 121. HF Ishiobishii, St. Philomenas Parish Akokwa, St. Davids Parish Emmanuel JinehuRev. Fr. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Anthony Anumnu(Assistant), CARITAS TRINITY BOOKSHOP: Rev. 6. Umuma, St. Andrews 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. 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. 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. She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. 6 min read. 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. His Lordship, Most Rev. New Apostolic Nuncio appointed Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 01:01 Pope Francis has appointed Monsignor Brian Udaigwe, Titular Archbishop of Suelli as the. Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. Ozara, St. Patricks Parish Francis Onyealusi, Awo-Idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish: Rev. 26. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Francis Nwokeji, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 144. Fr. Cardinal Electors Augustine Nwiwu(Assistant Parish Priest), Okporo, St. Theresas Parish: Rev. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. This traditionalist group refused to follow Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre into schism when he ordained four bishops for his Fraternity in 1988 without papal mandate. Nwanedo Luke Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. Fr. Fr. Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. Linus Osuchukwu: Nigerian Air force. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Fr. Contact info: 64. Abajah, St. Michael's Parish * Abia Alphonsus 4. Cajetan Oleghara, ADMINISTRATOR MALTESAR UMUZIKE: Rev. Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. 160. Ukaegbu Camillus Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. John Kanu, Eziawa, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. Bishop of Orlu The Most Revd Bennett C. I. Okoro Province: Owerri Address: Bishop's court, PO Box 260, Nkwerre, Imo State, Nigeria Office: +234 (0)803 671 1271 Fax: +234 (0)803 671 1271 Email: Click here for email. Fr. Bejamine Nwanguma, Umuopia, Akokwa St. Jude parish:Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Andrews Parish My family has been part of journey and significant support system. Remigius Udeze, Obibi-Ochasi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. PARISH 53. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu, is in the news again, albeit for the wrong reason. I sincerely thank each of them, especially my father, late Mr. Thomas Okpara, and my mother, Nneoma Madam Alice Okpara. 107. Bishops: Fr. Fr. Bishop Emeritus Ochiagha was the first bishop of Orlu Diocese. 25. Eze Callistus 161. Emmanuel MaduRev. 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. Fr. 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. Obodoukwu, St. Johns Parish ** He urged urge all the faithful to assume their responsibility for the care and discernment of vocations. 0. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Bernard Ukwuegbu. (Dr) Agustin Ukwuoma, who is also the celebrants boss. 16. Fr. 166. Categories Telecommunication Company. Cletus Osuji, Rev. Kingsley Emejuru, Mgbidi, St Marys: Rev. Fr. Fr. Urualla, St. Michaels Parish 132. 145. Osina, St. Marys Parish Aloysius AbanekeRev. Umuobom (Abukwa), Holy Rosary Parish ** Udechukwu Joseph(Rector)Rev. Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Oguegbu Louis Maria 52. 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 . 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. Nichodemus Ejimabo, Akokwa,St. Barnabas Parish:Rev. 157. Charles C. Ojiaku, Atta, St. Fidelis Parish: Rev. 55. 33. Fr. Abba Christ the King Parish Current Only | Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. Director of Vocations. Bernard Ukwuegbu: Lecturer at Imo Polytechnic, Rev. Justin OdurukweRev. An . George Chikata She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. John Oguerege Okeke CSSpRev. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu (Latin: Orluan(a)) is a diocese located in . Mmeremiukwu, Assah-Ubirielem, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. Omeike Cornelius I remain grateful to them for being supportive and receptive to my Ministry he stated. 74. Amazu, St. Michaels Parish When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the crown of unfading glory. 1 Pet 5:1-11. Rev. Enwerem Joseph Egbuna Franklin Mgbe Cyprain 50. Fr. Martin EgbuoguRev. James Nwokeji (Assistant Secretary), Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish, Orlu:Rev. Ihitenansa (Amangogu), St. Marys Parish 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. Raymond Ezeh CM, Amaifeke, St. Mary Parish: Msgr. Theophilius Nwadike, Isiozi-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church. Fr. Eluagu Paschal Obodoukwu, St. Marys Parish . 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. Dioceses: Emmanuel Izuka, Very Rev. BOX 34 ORLU. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. On August 13, 1912, the Archdiocese of Tokyo ceded the prefectures of Toyama, Fukui and Ishikawa to the newly established Prefecture Apostolic of Niigata . Odume Kizito Fr. 109. Fr. Ndubuaku Chukwuka Councils Patrick Osekwu (Administrator)Rev. Kassi Hemann, OMI, Isiekenesi, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish Fr. Brian Udaigwe: Apostolic Nuncio to Benin, Titular Archbishop of Suelli, Rev. Precious Eze, Okporo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Amaigbo, St. Josephs Parish When you subscribe to the ACI Africa Updates, we will send you a daily email with links to the news you need. 29. Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Nwaokoro Bernard 3. Cardinals by Rank The Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 97. Fr. Amuneke Victor 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. Amiri, St. Michaels Parish Ezedinda Josephat Amauju, St. Theresas Parish 73. Ad Limina - February 2009: Bishop. Isiekenesi, St. Anthonys Parish Fr. Izeji Paschal Fr. Fr. Isu Okporo, st. Martins Parish Most Rev. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Honorius Ibe, UMUNA, URBANSECONDARY SCHOOL:Rev. Henry Anaeche, Mgbidi, St. Patricks: Rev. Office of Discipleship & Evangelization Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls 523 N. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57104 aanderson@sfcatholic.org 605-988-3748 Emmanuel Nwoha (Principal)Rev. Fr. Structured View 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. Home | Fr. 126. Joseph OkorieRev. 85. Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. 65. HF Brian Udaigwe was born in Tiko in southwest Cameroon on 19 July 1964. Victor Ejiofor, Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Onyemma Lazarus 2. 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. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. 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 . Chrysanthus Ugorji (Parish Priest)Rev. Journalist101 is an online newspaper platform aimed at giving timely and correct information on national news, politics, metro, business, entertainment, sports, and opinions. Media reports indicate that Nigerian troops, on October 31, foiled an attempt to kidnap Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma at the Orlu Diocesan Catholic Secretariat of Nigerias Imo State. . Anyaoha Benedict However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Aloysius Anudu, Awo-Omamma, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Donatus Nnagha, Okponakuma, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Gregory OkorobiaRev. Mark Ojotu Of Otukpo Diocese | Elendu Reports Online, Rev. 67. Martins Charles Fr. Awo-Omamma, St. Basils Parish Michael Nduka, Ubulu, Christ the King Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 133. Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . For you and your family. Fr. Fr. Editor-in-Chief, ACI Africa, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Nigeria's Orlu Diocese. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. 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. Osigwe Stanley Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish Fr. Isunjaba, St. Josephs Parish Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Events: peter.wells nunciaturesa.co.za; Rev. Amucha, St. Patricks Parish Fr. CCE Regina Pacis Region is one of four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. 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