Uli, Sacred Heart Parish * Obodoukwu, St. Marys Parish Fr. Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. Fr. Fr. Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . Fr. 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. Onyema Emmanuel Fr. Fr. 59. Conrad Chidi Emerenini, Umunkwukwa, St. Anns Parish: Rev. Awo-idemilu, St. Patricks Parish Fr. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. VINCENTIAN Fr. All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. Akatta, St. Martins Parish Fr. Umuobom (Abukwa), Holy Rosary Parish ** Nwachukwu Humphrey, Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish Fr. 137. Emmanuel Okonkwo confirmed the October 31 . Fr. Spiralling inflation, high costs of goods and services, soaring unemployment, crude oil theft and non-functioning refineries have inflicted untold hardship on the citizens. 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 . 102. 153. Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu will host the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) 2nd Plenary from September 8-16, 2022. Fr. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. We believe that quality education impacts the world positively. Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. 134. 7. John Ukwuoma: Rev. Brian Udaigwe was born in Tiko in southwest Cameroon on 19 July 1964. Adibemma Victor 129. FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. 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. John Bosco Obika, DIRECTOR DOMUS CLERO: Rev. Festus OnyebuekeRev. In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. All Rights Reserved. Raymond Alaneme, Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Sylvanus Ibe, Obodoukwu, St. MaryParish:Rev. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. Fr. Fr. Rev. 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. August 5, 2022 He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Orlu, Nigeria, on 2 May 1992. 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. Joseph AlaekweRev. Fr. Fr. Ukaegbu Camillus Marcel Olebune, Isiokwu Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima: Rev. Contact the director and get involved. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fr. Samuel Obasi(In Residence)Rev. 2. 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. Alex Ejike Nwabuo, Dikenafai, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Ozowara Raymond, Umuwala, St. John Parish: Rev. At ACI Africa, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. George Chikata Fr. Fr. Fr. Ibeachusim Leonard(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerri-Ebiri, Our Lady of Lourdes: Rev. We express our heartfelt condolences to all the bereaved and pray for the eternal repose of the deceased. death was the . 41. Please remember that the Re-union with the Bishop is scheduled from Sunday August 18th to Friday 23rd, 2019 at St. Marys Seminary, Umuowa. Kevin Njoku C.S.Sp(Assistant Parish Priest)Rev. Fr. Stanley NwokejiRev. Fr. This would surely reduce the level of poverty, insecurity and unrest in our land. 161. Umuago, St. Charles Parish Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. Emmanuel JinehuRev. The college of bishops. Fr. 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. Eugene DikeRev. Ad Limina - February 2009: Bishop. Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. Orlu Diocesan Seminarians and all seminarians who will be doing their 2016 Apostolic Work in Orlu Diocese should follow this link to check where they are. In Christ [s mercy and truth, we become strong in his strength, courageous with his courage, and can actually experience the joie de guerre of being soldiers for Christ. 44. Edmund Igboanusi, Abba, Saints Peter & Paul: Rev. Let us turn our attention to God in prayer and fasting for our nation to get it right. Fr. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most 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. Notes This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 01:04 (UTC). 110. OMd Fr. Uli St. Anthonys Parish Fr. Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . Eziama Obaire, St. Michaels Parish ** 150. Credit: Orlu Diocese. Abajah, St. Michael's Parish * Abia Alphonsus 4. Akokwa, St. Gabriels Parish We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. 125. Fr. Umuaka, St Andrews Parish GPS Coordinates 5.79449,7.03589 . These elections were made at an Episcopal Synod held at St. Peter's Chapel at the Ibru International . On November 29, 1980, the diocese was created out of the then Owerri Diocese (now Owerri Archdiocese), by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II. Oct 9 . NAMES Read More. Gorge ChikataRev. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. 126. Mmadubueze Frankline The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . Okwuabala, All Saints Parish Munonye Francis Judethaddeus Osunkwo Ph.D Catholic Priest at RCAB; Pastor; Author & Publisher Lakeville, Massachusetts, United States Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. 16. 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. The Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish 152. Timothy Njoku CMRev. 145. Fr. Fr. Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Jude Thaddeus NnadiRev. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Onyemma Lazarus 2. Fr. Fr. Fr. Uzii, St. Pauls Parish Amaigbo, St. Michaels Parish It is always of time of spiritual binding, healing, and friendship with the flock the Lord entrusts to his care. 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. 36. Fr. Paschal Agu, Amandugba, St. Damian Parish: Rev. Bona Ike-Ozoigbo, posited that such occasion was a moment of sober refection for the celebrant. Mgbidi, St. Patricks Parish Thaddeus Ihebinike, Amagu, St. Patricks Parish: Rev. Following the continued rejection of Bishop-elect of the Diocese, Bishop Peter Ebele Okpaleke, who underwent Episcopal Consecration on . Okorie Valentine 171. Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. 120. Fr. Fr. Show: All | General Information | Ordinaries | Historical Summary | Statistics | Affiliated Bishops, Living | Affiliated . Christopher Ukeje, Umuobom, St. John Parish: Rev. Ifeanyi Agbahia, Ebenator Ekwe, St. Anne Parish: Rev. Fr. Named after one of the oldest parishes in the area, it covers rerrirotires in two local governments in Ideato (Ideato North and South). IN THE SERVICE OF THE UNIVERSAL CHURCHMost Rev. Fr. We commend our nation into the hands of God as we move ahead in faith, hope and trust. 174. Nnempi, St. Josephs Parish ** Anselm Ohanekwu, Ogboko,Holy Trinity Parish:Rev. Ikechukwu NwaghaRev. Fr. Fr. Fr. Akatta, St. Michaels Parish Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'Iroko' and father figure in the Orlu Catholic diocese having served in the Lord's . . 76. by Date | Ijarakwe Augustine Fr. Mark Ojotu Of Otukpo Diocese | Elendu Reports Online, Rev. Fr. 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. With their labour of love, a true Opus Dei, Opus Manuum, skilled, dedicated, talented and committed lay people and religious pray for and support the work of Irish Missionaries (and others) wherever they serve.. Bernard Ukwuegbu. 89. Orlu Diocese is on Facebook. 103. Fr. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY . Fr. Cyril Duru, Amaigbo, St.Patrick: Rev. January 11, 2021. Fr. 10. Fr. The Catholic Bishop was saved after troops responded to a distress call at about 2:30 a.m. on Sunday 31 October 2021, DAILY POST reported. Amaigbo, St. Josephs Parish 58. Fr. Chiedozie Ohazurike(Ass. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish Gabriel Ekpenyo CSSp, Awo-Omamma, St. Fr. 158. Current Only | 23. In very many ways, you have been a great source of joy and pride to sacred priesthood the Bishop declared. Fr. Akokwa, St. Davids Parish His Lordship, Most Rev. 78. Ezeka Ephraim Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. Fr. Fr. Office of Discipleship & Evangelization Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls 523 N. Duluth Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57104 aanderson@sfcatholic.org 605-988-3748 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. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. 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. Peter Obioha, OSINA, BONUS PASTOR SEMINARY: Rev. Fr. Ebenator, All Saints Parish Isiekenesi, St. Anthonys Parish This happened when the . The Orlu Catholic Diocese Chief priest, noted that Jubilee year is always a special moment of appreciation for devine benefits received, adding that we pray that it may also be for you a special moment of renewal and rejuvenation for more fruitful work in the lords vein yard. Amakor, St. Michaels Parish 109. Fr. Stephen Mbachu, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph the worker Parish: Rev. 45. Anselm Nzekwe, VICAR FOR RELIGIOUS: Rev. He urged urge all the faithful to assume their responsibility for the care and discernment of vocations. Fr. SMMM Roman Curia | Okpara, had went down memory lane on how his journey to priesthood began. We work in Europe, America, Latin America, Africa-Madagascar, Asia and Oceania. 15. Anthony Nwosu: Imo State University. Ernest Chike DikeRev. Honorius Ibe, UMUNA, URBANSECONDARY SCHOOL:Rev. Fr. Fr. MicroData Summary for Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma ( VIAF: 9230231 ) Bishop Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma (born 29 Aug 1953 ) Bishop of Orlu. Ifeanyi F.B.I Agodi, Amiri, St. John Nchoko: Rev. Athanasius Oyima, Umuma-Isiaku, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Jude IbegbuRev. 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. Fr. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Fr. Fr. An . 67. Uli, St. Judes Parish Arondizuogu, St. Michaels Parish Box 430 Orlu, Imo State. Ugokwe Isdore, Amaofuo, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Awo-idemili, Christ the King Parish As a Pastor, you have touched the lives of many in many positive ways. Bede IdimoguRev. View the profiles of people named Orlu Diocese. Aguzie Elvis Franklin EmeruwaRev. George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. 154. Mgbe Cyprain Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. Nwachukwu Jude House of Grace Ede Ede . Dominic Udegbe, Isu-Umuolu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 107. [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 . In Africa, touted most . An apostolic administrator is different from a diocesan administrator, in that he is appointed from outside the diocese by the pope and wields the same full powers as a bishop. Fr. Wale Odunsi. Owerre-Umudioka, St. Pauls Parish Living | Fr. "Shed no more blood, work toward unity, peaceful co-existence": Catholic Bishop in Nigeria. Pioneer bishop of Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, Gregory Ochiagha, is dead. It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. Vincent MbahRev. 1. Dr. Gregory Ochiagha is dead. God has blessed the diocese with many vocations to the priestly and religious lives, and many faith-filled marriages. Kizito Nwadike(Assistant Parish Priest), Ezioha Amaifeke, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 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. Fr. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 74). Brendan Chibuzo Dike, Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. 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. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Desmond Chilagorom, FANANCIAL ADMINISTOR: Rev. Regrettably, the government has not lived up to its duties with regard to security. Ntueke, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Emmanuel Eburuaja. 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. Msgr. 81. Emmanuel Okwaraocha: US Air Force, Rev. Fr. Umele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish Most Rev. Bonaventure Ogbu, Arondizuogu, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Remigius Nwike, Urualla, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. Johnbosco Ezugba, Osina, St. Michael: Rev. Fr. Fr. Father Don Bosco Onyalla Offor Bede 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. 47. Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the Catholic . 32. Arondizuogu, St. Andrews Parish Okporo, St. Theresas Parish * Fr. Fr. . Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Umuaka, St. Pauls Parish ** Fr. Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. It hardly requires pointing out that the second argument commits the same fallacy. Luke IjezieRev. 143. S/N Fr. Fr. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. Clergy and parishioners were required to sign nondisclosure agreements in order to talk to out of town bishops who were part of Knoxville's apostolic visit, according to three sources. Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Fr. Bede OkikeRev. 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. Bishop Emeritus Ochiagha was the first bishop of Orlu Diocese. Augustine Ukwuoma Diocesan Catholic Secretariat, Box 430, Orlu, Imo State. Fr. 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. 123. Fr. Gabriel G. Dunia Bishop's House P. O. Boniface Ezikeoha, Amakor, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Fr. 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. Fr. On April 18, 1950, it was elevated to a diocese. REGINA PACIS PARISH, IHIOMA P.O. 108. Fr. Nwaokoro Bernard MSCC Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Ugonna Mbonu, Rev. Fr. 69 talking about this. Events: Umuna, St. Josephs Parish We continue to decry the worsening state of insecurity in our nation as well as activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and bandits. Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish Ahanotu Humphery(Assistant Parish Priest), Awo-Idemili, Christ the King Parish: Rev. Uli, St. Gregorys Parish ** Izeji Paschal 21 Jun 2008. 4. Father Cyricus Udegbulem, a priest of Orlu Diocese who went to serve in Brooklyn Diocese, New York in 1998 . Eze Callistus Fr. Anaele Charles 56. Anthony Okonkwo, Urualla, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Aloysius AbanekeRev. Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. Martin EgbuoguRev. Fr. Fr. Uche Valentine Fr. Ogberuru, St. Patricks Parish 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. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. ** Religious Congregation 80. With more than 1 million Catholics, the diocese is actively engaged in evangelization and pastoral initiatives. It is through the right political choices that our current situation can be ameliorated. 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. Brief History The early missionaries to Nigeria set their foot on what is now known as the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in 1910. Henry Nnadozie, Uli, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. 70. Ogbonna Benjamin 90. Fr. Akatta, St. Patricks Parish Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). N1,000; N5,000; N10,000; N15,000; N20,000; N25,000;N30,000; N35,000 yearly. 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. The priests are not the targets of the . SMMM The protracted strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since 14 February 2022 is unacceptable. Remigius Anyadioha, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, OWERRI: 082-440256, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, ARIAM UMUAHIARev. 39. by Year | On 27 December 2020, auxiliary bishop Moses Chikwe and his driver were kidnapped by gunmen in . Sebastine Mgbe, Arondizuogu, St. James Parish: Rev. 138. Fr. Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. Michael Nduka, Ubulu, Christ the King Parish: Rev. MSP Address Catholic Diocese of Orlu Secretariate, Orlu, Nigeria P.O. Evangelization is the primary role of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in the community. 116. 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. Box 430, Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria. Oboro Amurie, St. Michaels Parish ** The Catholic Diocese of Orlu has organized Vocation Promoters Association who through prayer and giving foster vocation to the priesthood in the diocese. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. Anyim Michael Oruigbo Valentine 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. 95. Fr. Onyemma Lazarus Companion Link. 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. Oluigbo Kingsley We commend the National Assembly and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for enacting and signing into law the Electoral Bill 2022. Here you find information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. Osigwe Stanley Fr. Muoka Casmir Fr. Amucha, St. Patricks Parish 112. Politics is a noble vocation. Uli, St. Theresas Parish 119. Most Rev. In the November 2 statement, Fr. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. Fr. Overview | Benedict Obi(Assistant Parish Priest), Owerre-Akokwa, St. David parish: Rev. Fr. Ethelbert NgokaRev. Isu, St. Marys Parish The history is divided into three parts: the advent of Catholicism in Idomaland, the making of Otukpo Diocese and Otukpo as a diocese. 6 min read. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Josephat Ndinojuo (Rector)Rev. Awo-idemili, St. Martin of Tours Parish 94. . Fr. Charles EmezieRev. CMF Ogboko, Holy Trinity Parish 92. Nkemjika UchechukwuRev. 114. 60. Bede Okike, NWANEGADI PRESS/FORUM NEWSPAPERE: Rev. Fr. 75. Structured View Fr. Fr. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. Stanley Iloanusi, Nkume, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Rev. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Fr. Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. Attacks on travellers and worshippers in Churches and other places of worship have become too frequent. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. Amannachi, St. Johns Parish ** 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. Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Emmanuel Durujinehu: Part Time Lecturer: Seat of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri Rev. Nevertheless, the Church is not indifferent or neutral to the formation and activities of the political community (cf. Text is . Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish David Okeke, CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Obaekpu, St. Charles Parish: Rev. Fr. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish Edmund Igboanusi: Lecturer, Imo State University, Rev. Awo-idemili, St. Gregorys Parish Fr. It is named after one of the oldest parishes in the region, Regina Pacis Parish Ihioma, which is located southwest from the Cathedral. Fr. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. Fr. 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Alele Prince Eze Henry OSOGBO DIOCESE Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'iroko' and father figure in the Orlu . Fr. 157. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH []. She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. Fr. Luke IjezieRev. 14. Amiri, St. Johns Parish Parish Anthony Udem, Amanator, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 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. Kingsley Nwadike, Ugbelle, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. Director of Vocations. Kenneth AmasiatuRev. Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Ohadugha Christopher Paschal Alisa, Umuakam, St Michaels: Rev. As such, political authority has to be exercised within the limits of the moral order and directed towards the common good. Samuel Obasi, UMUCHIMA, ST. KIZITOSECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. 13. 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. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Dr. Hackette as the Parish []. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Angelo Van der PuttenRev. Ulo-Ano Ndugba, St. Anthonys Parish Fr. 140. Augustine Nwiwu(Assistant Parish Priest), Okporo, St. Theresas Parish: Rev. Fr. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity, Politics is a noble vocation. 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