Fr. Onyekamma Emmanuel Parish Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. We call on all citizens to be law-abiding, vigilant, and to shun all forms of violence and criminality. 106. Orlu Diocese is on Facebook. 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 . As such, political authority has to be exercised within the limits of the moral order and directed towards the common good. OSOGBO DIOCESE The diocese has vibrant laity who collaborate with ordained ministers in carrying out the joy of the gospel of Christ. Necrology Osina, St. Marys 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. Polycarp IbebuikeRev. Companion Link. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. Cardinals by Rank Chiedozie Ohazurike(Ass. Kenneth Obialisi Director/EditorRev. Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish January 11, 2021. 62. Fr. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Emmanuel Eburuaja. Countries | Chibuike UkehRev. Fr. Mgbidi, St. Patricks Parish 16. 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. Amucha, St. Patricks Parish Fr. Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. 142. 91. Michael Kalu Ukpong on his assumption of office as the Diocesan Administrator of Umuahia on 24 June 2022. 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. Fr. 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. Patrick NwokeoguRev. Oldest | Fr. Fr. Fr. 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 . 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. Fr. He urged urge all the faithful to assume their responsibility for the care and discernment of vocations. Umutanze, St. Marys Parish Emmanuel OkonkwoRev. 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. Desmond ChilagoromRev. Bernard Ukwuegbu. However, we believe that a resort to courts may not be the best and fastest way to solve the problem. Fr. For example, Orlu Diocese was established in 1980. Sabastine Awurum, Eziachi, St. Patrick Parish:Rev. Fr. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 74). All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. NAMES Politics is a noble vocation. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. Bede IdimoguRev. OMd Cyriacus Nwadike, Umukaegwu, Akokwa St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. CCE As we rejoice with you, we cannot but recall the many years of selfless service that you have rendered to the Church and humanity. Spiralling inflation, high costs of goods and services, soaring unemployment, crude oil theft and non-functioning refineries have inflicted untold hardship on the citizens. Chrysantus Onwuzuruigbo, Umuna, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Roman Curia | Nwachukwu Humphrey, Justin Onyenemegam. Fr. Uchechukwu Nnajiofor, Rev. Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . Fr. Henry Okolie, Abajah, Holy Rosary:Rev. Ogbonna Benjamin Osigwe Stanley Bonaventure Ogbu, Arondizuogu, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Cyril Nwankwo(Spiritual Director)Rev. Munonye Francis Ukaegbu Camillus Athanasius Oyima, Umuma-Isiaku, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Jude Udokwu, Isiekenesi, St Patricks Umuaghobe: Rev. We work in Europe, America, Latin America, Africa-Madagascar, Asia and Oceania. Nwachukwu Raphael Fr. Lawrence Obidimma(Assistant Parish Priest), Osina, St. Jude: Rev. Egbuna Franklin John Bosco Obika, DIRECTOR DOMUS CLERO: Rev. Aloysius Anudu, Awo-Omamma, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Rev. Fr. Ugochukwu Aladi, Otulu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazu- Ikpaocha Isu Okporo, st. Martins Parish 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. Troops will continue to deny freedom of action to members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra/Eastern Security Network (IPOB/ESN) and other criminal gangs operating within the sector especially as the elections in Anambra State draws nearer and during the yuletide season, the Brigadier has been quoted as saying. Obinna as Archbishop of Owerri after 29 years of dynamic leadership to the Archdiocese. Nwachukwu MacDonald, In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. Msgr. Fr. Nwaokoro Bernard Timothy Njoku CMRev. John Bosco Mba-OforRev. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. 117. 21 Jun 2008. Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish Ugbelle-Akah, St. Josephs Parish ** Fr. Fr. We thank Most Rev. Fr. Diogu John We provide news from Africa, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church - so that you can grow in your Catholic faith. Aloh Cletus Uchechukwu C.S.SpRev. Fr. Bernard Duru, Akwu, Akokwa St. Gabriel Parish:Rev. Patrick OBrien FSSP, Umuchima, C. I. C. Parish: Rev. Peter Obioha, OSINA, BONUS PASTOR SEMINARY: Rev. Isdore Igwegbe, Isu Dim Na Nume, St. Paul Parish: Rev. FORUM 130. 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. It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. Fr. Remigius Udembaozor, DIRECTOR DIOCESAN ICT CENTER AND DIOCESAN WEBSITE: Rev. Fr. For this and many more, we are grateful to God and proud of you. While we pray for our new Cardinal, we continue to pledge our loyalty to the Holy Father and seek better ways to deepen our commitment to the task of evangelisation of the peoples. Bernard Ugwuegbu, Nnenyemaka Extra Ordinary Rite:Rev. Ubulu, Christ the Kings Parish Religious Orders | 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. Fr. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. All Rights Reserved. Gordian Ihebunachi, Arondizuogu, St. Michael Parish: Rev. My family has been part of journey and significant support system. Anthony Ikeme, Mgbidi, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Overview | Argument #2: The growth of the Church in Africa since Vatican II is entirely thanks to The Council. An Orlu Diocesan newspaper. 88. Fr. Fr. Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Lagos 23401 . Fr. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. Thaddeus Ihebinike, Amagu, St. Patricks Parish: Rev. 146. Principal), UMUAKA, ST. SAVIOURSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Would you like to undertake sponsorship of a Major or Minor seminarian of Orlu Diocese? 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. 2. 54. Current Only | CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF WEST AFRICA (CIWA) PORT HARCOURT: Rev. 28. SCHONESTAT 121. (Dr) Agustin Ukwuoma, who is also the celebrants boss. 81. Fr. Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. 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. An account of the incident reported in the U.S. media at the weekend alleged that Rev. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Onwugbufor Martin Awo-Omamma, St. Basils Parish 48. Obi Henry Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. 29. Echezona Onwuka(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Fr. Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Fr. Present at the Mass were Archbishop A.J.V Obinna (Archbishop Emeritus of Owerri Archdiocese), Bishop Augustine Echema (Bishop of Aba Diocese) and numerous priests from within and outside the diocese. Fr. Sabinus Ekebor (Associate Administrator), Holy Rosary Parish, Orlu:Rev. Ogwurumba Christopher Fr. Fr. Fr. Sylvester Nnaekezie, Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. MSP Marcel Olebune, Isiokwu Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima: Rev. Obeakpo, St. Charles Parish Fr. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Fr. This would surely reduce the level of poverty, insecurity and unrest in our land. 15. Vitus Okechukwu, Umudioka-Ukwu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Journalist101 is an online newspaper platform aimed at giving timely and correct information on national news, politics, metro, business, entertainment, sports, and opinions. An instance is the recent mass shooting and bombing attacks on St Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, on Pentecost Sunday, 5 June 2022, in which 41 worshippers were killed and 70 grievously injured. 138. 126. Okoye John Paul(Assistant), Umuozu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Fr. We acknowledge the Presidents commitment to ensuring a level playing ground for all candidates in the elections. Ernest Chike DikeRev. Dikenafai, St. Marys Parish Fr. 132. Fr. Pius AkajioforRev. 40. In the wake of security threats in Nigerias Imo State, the Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu located within the region has sought to reassure the people in the affected areas of the West African nation of the presence of God amid fear and anxiety., Contact info: Abajah, St. Michaels Parish * Fr. 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. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Fr. Fr. Ozara, St. Patricks Parish Obibi-Ochasi, St. Josephs Parish More updates about their coming will be provided. 144. Fr. Ajiero Kizito Charles Anagwo, UMUNA, ST. JOSEPHSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. Amiri, St. Geralds Parish Desmond Nwanyawu, Uzii, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Fr. 170. Fr. 163. Damian Njoku, Ihite-Owerre, St. Martin Parish: Rev. All Rights Reserved. Orji Humphrey Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Here you find information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. BE A BENEFACTOR OF VOCATION INTEREST PROMOTERS ASSOCIATION. Fr. 31. 79. Wale Odunsi. Fr. Fr. Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Christian Ifezuo, Uli, St. Theresa Parish: Very Rev. ORLU DIOCESE Most Rev. 147. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. It is Gods call too to help change the world around us. Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. BOX 982, ORLU IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Ahanotu Humphery(Assistant Parish Priest), Awo-Idemili, Christ the King Parish: Rev. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. (Dr) Theophilus Tochukwu Okpara, on the occasion of his Silver Jubilee Anniversary. Fr. The college of bishops. 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