Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Cajethan Onwujiariri, Ibele-Umuaka, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. Jude Thaddeus NnadiRev. Ishiobishii, St. Philomenas Parish 95. Sabastine Awurum, Eziachi, St. Patrick Parish:Rev. Upcoming Events. Fr. Fr. Fr. Amurie, Omanze, St. Theresas Parish As such, political authority has to be exercised within the limits of the moral order and directed towards the common good. All | Dikenafai, St. Marys Parish Fr. Michael AnyasoroRev. Urualla, St. Michaels Parish It is always of time of spiritual binding, healing, and friendship with the flock the Lord entrusts to his care. We acknowledge the Presidents commitment to ensuring a level playing ground for all candidates in the elections. Information. Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. Okonkwo says. Polycarp IbebuikeRev. 139. Fr. 94. Akokwa, St. Judes Parish Fr. Popes | Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Ndiuche Patrick Osekwu (Administrator)Rev. 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. Fr. Fr. Fr. Boniface Ezikeoha, Amakor, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Fr. It is a vibrant region of the diocese with great faith and witness of life. Bejamine Nwanguma, Umuopia, Akokwa St. Jude parish:Rev. Anthony Okonkwo, Urualla, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. 41. Fr. Fr. 7. . 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. 107. Fr. Sylvanus Dike, Ogberuru, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 58. 2. George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. Celestine NwosuRev. 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. Chimezie Chinemerem Unadike, Awo-Omamma, St. John Parish: Rev. 29. Vatican II, Apostolate of the Laity,2 and 7; John Paul II, Lay Members of Christs Faithful, 16). SCHONESTAT Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish How Tiens MLM made an Okirika seller a multi millionaire. . Remigius UdembaozohRev. Remigius Udeze, Obibi-Ochasi, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. It hardly requires pointing out that the second argument commits the same fallacy. John Oguerege Okeke CSSpRev. Awo-Omamma, St. Marys Parish 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. Anthony Ikeme, Mgbidi, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Nwaokoro Bernard 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. Fr. Individuals abroad and more Franklin EmeruwaRev. Orlu, 03 November, 2021 / 9:17 pm (ACI Africa). Casmir OnyeagwaraRev. Donatus Nnagha, Okponakuma, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 31. Okehie Jerome(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Ebere Ephraim Overview | Named after one of the oldest parishes in the area, it covers rerrirotires in two local governments in Ideato (Ideato North and South). Michael Nduka, Ubulu, Christ the King Parish: Rev. Akatta, St. Martins Parish 137. Paulinus Okeke, ORLU, BISHOP SHANAHAN SECONDARY SCHOOL: Rev. In collaboration with the priests and leaders of ministries, he visits with sick, senior citizens, schools, families, and seminaries. Bishop of Orlu, Nigeria. Urualaa, St. Johns Parish * The FSSP, who have a presence in Nigeria, were involved in the Mass and . 17. Necrology Fr. 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. 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. 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. 125. Fr. The priests are not the targets of the . Aloysius AbanekeRev. Cyril Obiji, Isuobishii, St. Philomena Parish: Rev. * Interdiocesan Wishing you an enriching and fruitful Apostolate. Join the diocese in prayer for the shepherds of the Church as they come to our diocese. Ijarakwe Augustine Address Catholic Diocese of Orlu Secretariate, Orlu, Nigeria P.O. While delivering a sermon at the Adoration Ground on Sunday, Father Mbaka clarified that the church did not kidnap him and apologised to people who may have misunderstood his statement when he resurfaced in Enugu. Abajah, St. Michael's Parish * Abia Alphonsus 4. 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. Arondizuogu, St. James Parish Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish 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.. Indeed, the Lord of hosts is with us, and the God of Jacob is our stronghold (Ps. Bernard Ukwuegbu: Lecturer at Imo Polytechnic, Rev. Esikaiwu Ernest 34. N1,000; N5,000; N10,000; N15,000; N20,000; N25,000;N30,000; N35,000 yearly. 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. Obinna as Archbishop of Owerri after 29 years of dynamic leadership to the Archdiocese. Okonkwo Chrysogonuu Eze Callistus 0:32. Amaigbo, St. Josephs Parish MSP Fr. 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. Paschal Agu, Amandugba, St. Damian Parish: Rev. 156. Fr. Valentine Ogike, Amiri, St. Mchaels Umuecheta: Rev. Fr. Councils Fr. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish 2022-09-08 - 2022-09-10. . Fr. Fr. Consistories | 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. Fr. 47. Raymond Ezeh CM, Amaifeke, St. Mary Parish: Msgr. Ubulu, St. Martins Parish 7. However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. Holy See | Umuchima, C.I.C. It is also a platform for faith-formation, sharing and interactions with fellow Catholics. Mgbidi, St. Marys Parish Following Christs mandate for Catholics to go into the world and bear witness to the Gospel (Mark 16:15), the Catholic Diocese of Orlu prioritizes vocations to different ministries in the Church and service of the community. Ugokwe Isdore, Amaofuo, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. Gorge Chikata, VICAR GENERAL: Very Rev. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. Fr. Fr. Paschal Onyelonu, Ihioma, St. John Parish: Rev. Stanley Iloanusi, Nkume, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Thomas ObiatuegwuRev. Fr. An . Onyenekwe Gerald(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuobom, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. We continue to decry the worsening state of insecurity in our nation as well as activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and bandits. . The Requiem Mass was presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Orlu, Most Rev. Fr. Fr. We continue to pray for the eternal repose of our venerable brother, Most Rev. Ochiagha retired in 2008. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. .. Okwudor, St. Pauls Parish Fr. Oboro Amurie, St. Michaels Parish ** Fr. Paulinus Okeke(PrincipalDominic Savio Secondary school), Nnerim Ndugba, SS Peter And Paul: Rev. Fr. Callistus Nwobi, ADMINISTRATOR ST DAMIAN HOSPITAL OKPORO: Rev. Fr. Echezona Onwuka(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Awo-Omamma, St. Basils Parish Oguegbu Louis Maria IHIOMA. Fr. Ede Victor. 60. Umudioka Ukwu, St. Anthonys Parish Urualla, St. Stephens Parish 131. Christian Ifezuo, Uli, St. Theresa Parish: Very 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. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. 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. Fr. 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. Fr. While working to promote political activities and good governance that guarantee the dignity of the human person, justice and equity in society, priests have the duty to guide the Lay Faithful. 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. Hyginus AguRev. Ugbala Kingsley Chrysanthus Ugorji (Parish Priest)Rev. Eze Henry Onwugbufor Martin Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Here you find information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. More updates about their coming will be provided. Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish Bartholomew NnoromRev. We express our heartfelt condolences to all the bereaved and pray for the eternal repose of the deceased. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. Fr. Amannachi, St. Johns Parish ** Chiedozie Ohazurike(Ass. Ukaegbu Camillus SDV Nevertheless, the Church is not indifferent or neutral to the formation and activities of the political community (cf. Augustine Nwankwo, OMIRev. 3. Obiekwe Mark-Anthony Amaifeke, St. Marys Parish Fr. Msgr. Fr. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. This is an initiative of the National Directorate of Social Communications, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, (CSN), the Communication Office of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), National Directorate of Social Communications, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria. 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 . Nwachukwu Jude Orlu, Holy Rosary Parish Would you like to undertake sponsorship of a Major or Minor seminarian of Orlu Diocese? For you and your family. Fr. Dara Cajetan, Amucha,St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Attacks on travellers and worshippers in Churches and other places of worship have become too frequent. The group became a Clerical Society of Apostolic Life of Pontifical Right. Conrad Chidi Emerenini, Umunkwukwa, St. Anns Parish: Rev. 78. Onyele Christogonus Modestus UkwanduRev. Most Rev. Amauju, St. Theresas Parish 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. Read More. 42. Awo-Omamma, St. Patricks Parish Awo-idemilu, St. Patricks Parish Ebenator, All Saints Parish Fr. Cajetan Oleghara, ADMINISTRATOR MALTESAR UMUZIKE: Rev. Mgbidi, St. Patricks Parish Uli, St. Judes Parish Maurice Emelu: Ass. Johnbosco Ezugba, Osina, St. Michael: Rev. Onyemma Lazarus Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. When the chief shepherd appears . by Date | 175. 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. 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. Fr. 164. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Fr. Donatus Aihmiosion OGUN, OSA, Plot 459, Cadastral Zone B2, Southern Parkway, Durumi 1, Abuja, Web: 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. Kizito Nwadike(Assistant Parish Priest), Ezioha Amaifeke, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Nigeria Catholic Network, Young Adult Programme (YAP) [Modules 1,2 & 3], COMMUNIQUE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF NIGERIA: ORLU 2022. David Okeke, CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Obaekpu, St. Charles Parish: Rev. The extension work on the railway line, North of Enugu which began in 1922 contributed greatly to the . Fr. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish BE A BENEFACTOR OF VOCATION INTEREST PROMOTERS ASSOCIATION. 65. Fr. On April 18, 1950, it was elevated to a diocese. Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . 21. Justin Onyenemegam. Fr. Evaristus Eshiowu FSSPRev. 63. 112. Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Amazu- Ikpaocha 144. 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. Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Onyemma Lazarus 2. We are grateful to God for the election of Rev. Titular Archbishop of Marcianopolis Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa. Fr. Peter Damian Anyaeji, Umundugba, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. 92. Amucha, St. Paschals Parish ** Fr. Patrick OBrien FSSP, Umuchima, C. I. C. Parish: Rev. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Fr. Fr. 32. Spiritual Year, 4 years Philosophy & 4 years Theology. Gordian Ihebunachi, Arondizuogu, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Fr. 55. Fidelis Ajamugha, Awo Idemili, St. Patrick: Rev. Fr. Aged 88, Ochiagha was an 'iroko' and father figure in the Orlu . Abajah, St. Aloysius 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. Ozara, St. Patricks Parish Paschal Alisa, Umuakam, St Michaels: Rev. Nkwerre, St. Thomass Parish Fr. Ihioma, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Conclaves | Roland Nwabugo(Assistant Parish Priest), Okwudor, St. Paul Catholic Parish: Rev. 103. Arondizuogu, St. Michaels Parish Theophilius Nwadike, Isiozi-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 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". His Lordship, Most Rev. PARISH 149. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. 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. Fr. Fr. Fr. Investing in schools and educating the future generation to lead community and the world through the Gospel values is one of the priorities of the Catholic diocese of Orlu. Your pastoral zeal and dedication to the Ministry have given many people course to thank God for the wonder of your being. Fr. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. OMd Joseph AlaekweRev. 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. Amaigbo, St. Michaels Parish 83. 33. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. Andrew Esomonu, UMUOWA: ST. MARY SEMINARY: Rev. My family has been part of journey and significant support system. It was gathered that the protest led to the destruction of the Enugu Catholic Diocese Bishop's Court and Holy Ghost Cathedral in Enugu.. 10. Anyaoha Benedict Fr. Uchechukwu Nnajiofor, Rev. Fr. In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . 12. Ijeoma Kenneth by Year | Osina, St. Michaels Parish Fr. Munonye Francis Website(s) www.orludiocese.org . Fr. Prior to that time, it was part of the Diocese of Owerri. Fr. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 73). On April 17, 1891. the Vicariate Apostolic of Northern Japan was divided into the Archdiocese of Tokyo and the Diocese of Hakodate, and Mgr. Uche Valentine 61. Fr. We commend the National Assembly and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for enacting and signing into law the Electoral Bill 2022. Amagu, St. Patricks Parish * Fr. Isiozi-Akah, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Oldest | Osimeleze Stanley orlu diocese apostolic work | CNET www.cnetcomputer.com 1 Jan 2021 Fr. Jude Chidi Egbom, was gruesomely murdered by armed hoodlums. Fr. Raymond Alaneme, Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Toochukwu Ezikeudu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Marys Parish: Rev. Date of Inauguration: . 104. 76. It is named after Regina Pacis (Our Lady of Peace) which captures the strong Marian devotion of the people. 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. 53. Victor Ejiofor, Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 35. Fr. Anthony Nwosu, Uloano Ndugba, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. 36. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Marys Parish Christopher Ukeje, Umuobom, St. John Parish: Rev. Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU Christopher IhenetuRev. 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Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. 121. Fr. Fr. Ubulu, Christ the Kings Parish 114. 70. Amaigbo, St. Patricks Parish ** 30. 159. Box 430 Orlu, Imo State. Isaac Dugu as the Bishop of Katsina-Ala Diocese and Most Rev. Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, Rev. According to the report, troops in response to a distress call swiftly moved to the scene forcing the assailants to take to their heels thereby abandoning their mission. Fr. 62. Ononuju Remigius We congratulate Most Rev. Augustus Chikwe, Arondizuogu, St. Philip Parish, Rev. Ernest Ndukwu, St Martin De Tours Amiri: Rev. Umuna, St. Josephs Parish Brian Ukomadu, Omuma, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. 142. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. A A. Thaddeus Ihebinike, Amagu, St. Patricks Parish: Rev. Anthony Udem, Amanator, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Ebe Santus George Chikata Ajiero Kizito 14. Fr. Ezedinda Josephat 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: Fr. Fr. Princewill Chukwuyerenwa, Mgbidi, St. Johns: Rev. 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. Okpara, had went down memory lane on how his journey to priesthood began. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. Joseph Nwiboko, St. Augustine Police Chaplaincy: Rev. Fr. Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. 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. The Bishop, had earlier in his congratulating massage to Fr. 150. Dignitaries from various parts of the globe, including United States of America (USA), Canada, as well as friends and well wishers, yesterday, converged at George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish Amiri, St. Johns Parish 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. The Apostolic Church Peter Umoh Assembly Calabar 54020 . Akokwa, St. Davids Parish Fr. 126. Umuobom, St. Johns Parish Ohakpu, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. Assah-Ubirielem, St. Marys Parish 122. Fr. Fr. 49. VINCENTIAN Nwachukwu Humphrey, Fr. Mbato, St. Theresas Parish 87. Celestine Uzondu, IMOSTATE POLYTECHNIC UMUAGWURev. Fr. Fr. Fr. Wale Odunsi. Fr. Fr. Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. In his remark, the elated celebrant, Fr. Okorie Valentine 9. 153. Josephat Ndinojuo (Rector)Rev. Abuja Office: Plot 459, Cadastral Zone B2, Southern Parkway, Durumi 1, Abuja, Web: 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. Box 430, Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria. ii). Orlu, Holy Trinity Parish Fr. Amucha, St. Anthonys Parish Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. Fr. Umuzike, St. Patricks Parish The Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. 118. 26. Nearby places of worship. Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. SMMM AUCHI DIOCESE Most Rev. 157. Augustine Nwiwu(Assistant Parish Priest), Okporo, St. Theresas Parish: Rev. Ad Limina - April 2018: Bishop. Precious Eze, Okporo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Fr. 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. Michael Kalu Ukpong on his assumption of office as the Diocesan Administrator of Umuahia on 24 June 2022. on. Msgr. Ukonu Emmanuel, Ihitenansa, Holy Ghost Parish:Rev. ASUU has cited the non-implementation of agreements by the Federal Government as the cause. Fr. Fr. 72. "Shed no more blood, work toward unity, peaceful co-existence": Catholic Bishop in Nigeria. Fr. Amakor, St. Michaels Parish SDV May our Mother Mary, Queen and Patroness of Nigeria, continue to intercede for us. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. New Apostolic Nuncio appointed Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 01:01 Pope Francis has appointed Monsignor Brian Udaigwe, Titular Archbishop of Suelli as the. Francis Nwokeji, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 124. Fr. She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Msgr. Fr. Fr. Notes This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 01:04 (UTC). You are expected to be settled by 5pm. 98. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. 54.8. Dr. Gregory Ochiagha is dead. Tobias Ihionu, Ikpaocha Arondizuogu, St. Patrick: Rev. Isiekenesi, St. Anthonys Parish Fr. We call on all our citizens and institutions to work towards responsible political behaviour and informed choices. Abajah, St. Michaels Parish * Charles EmezieRev. 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