Mark Ojotu Of Otukpo Diocese | Elendu Reports Online, Rev. 92. 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. Vernatius EdihRev. 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 . Fr. My family has been part of journey and significant support system. Chigere Kizito Assah-Ubirielem, St. Marys Parish Orlu is located in Imo State shown in red. We provide news from Africa, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church - so that you can grow in your Catholic faith. Boniface Ezikeoha, Amakor, St. Michael Parish: Rev. 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. 113. 117. Ebenator-Ekwe, St. Anns Parish No doubt, we stand at a crossroads. Fr. Osu-Ihiteukwa, Sacred Heart * Eastern Catholic Churches, Square Kilometers: 929 (358 Square Miles), Mailing Address: Bishop's House, P.O. Fr. Amakor, St. Michaels Parish Dikenafai, St. Marys Parish Ononuju Remigius 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. We call on our citizens to continue fasting and prayer to prepare for smooth and peaceful elections. Christian Achii, Umuele-Amazano, Holy Rosary Parish: Rev. Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church. A Catholic Bishop in Nigeria has invited the people of God in the West African nation to pray for their political leaders involved in campaigns ahead of the 2023 elections to always turn to God, submitting to His will. Bonaventure Ogbu, Arondizuogu, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Fr. 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. Martin EgbuoguRev. Fr. Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish George Dodo, Bishop of Zaria Diocese, whose death occurred on 8 July 2022. Vacant | Support Vocation Vocation promotion is the duty of every Christian. Umuozu, St. Anthonys Parish 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. 75. 80. Owerre-Ebeiri, Our Lady of Lourdess Parish Eugene DikeRev. 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. Fathers and Sisters, as well as the Catholic Bishop of Orlu Diocese, Most Rev. 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. Area: 929 km Statistics: 189 parishes, 1 mission, 337 priests (308 diocesan, 29 religious), 196 lay religious (30 brothers, 166 sisters), 97 seminarians (2020) Ikechukwu NwaghaRev. Isiekenesi, St. Anthonys Parish Anselm Nzekwe(Rector)Rev. OMd Tobias Ihionu, Ikpaocha Arondizuogu, St. Patrick: Rev. Patrick NwokeoguRev. Kenneth Agu (Secretary)Rev. Celestine Uzondu, Amaigbo, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Fr. Arihi Gabriel, HUNGARYRev. Journalist101 is an online newspaper platform aimed at giving timely and correct information on national news, politics, metro, business, entertainment, sports, and opinions. Vatican II, The Church in the Modern World, 74). Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri (23 June 2022) and the retirement of Most Rev. Fr. Mmadubueze Frankline All these have led to an incessant loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent people. 35. 170. Mgbidi, St. Johns Parish ** Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish Fr. However, available records show that the first parish to be established in the area was at Amaigbo in 1937, with Rev. Awo-Omamma, St. Anthonys Parish She has built many catholics schools in parishes and communities. Fr. Fr. An . Individuals abroad and more Gregory Obinna Ochiagha, Bishop Emeritus, Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Imo State, is dead. Mejuru Apollos(Assistant Parish Priest), Umume, St. John Parish: Rev. Fr. Events: Fr. Amaigbo, St. Patricks Parish ** Fr. Christopher Ihenetu, St. Marys Chaplaincy Amaigbo: Rev. Oliver Esomonu, Amaruru, St. John of the Cross: Rev. 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. Augustine Ukwuoma Diocesan Catholic Secretariat, Box 430, Orlu, Imo State. 77. Isu (Umunakara), St. Cyrils Parish CMF Raymond Ihenetu, Ibiasoegbe, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Osina, St. Judes Parish ** Ubulu, Christ the Kings Parish on. Fr. Herbert Orjiukwu, Akwa, Akatta St. Martin parish:Rev. 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. Okporo, St. Josephs Parish Abajah, St. Aloysius' Parish Akaeme Henry 5. Born into the family of Mr/Mrs. John Bakeni as the Auxiliary Bishop of Maiduguri Diocese on 1 July 2022 and 7 July 2022 respectively. Ozurumba Charles(Assistant Parish Priest), Urualla, St. John Parish: Rev. Ferdinand Osimiri, Ntueke, St. Joseph Parish:Rev. Edmund Igboanusi, Abba, Saints Peter & Paul: Rev. Fr. I am blessed with wonderful parishioners and friends, in my past and present parishes and institutions. Donatus Dozie, Amazu, St. Michael Parish: Very Rev. Fr. * Interdiocesan Fr. Onyele Christogonus 27. Fr. Arondizuogu, St. Andrews Parish She promotes vocation to the Sacrament of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Orji Humphrey Arondizuogu, St. Patricks Parish Ndiuche Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fr. Awo-idemili, St. Gregorys Parish His Lordship, Most Rev. Justin Madu, Umutanze, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Fr. 116. Copyright 2023 Catholic Diocese of Orlu . 165. Cornelius Omeike(In Residence), Uli, St. Jude Parish: Rev. Nwachukwu Humphrey, Urualla, St. Andrews Parish Fr. In the November 2 statement, Fr. Samuel Obasi(In Residence)Rev. Nwachukwu Jude 125. Munonye Francis Since our last Plenary Meeting in Abuja in March 2022, we have had the retirement of Bishop John Afareha of Warri Diocese (18 April 2022) and the appointment of Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze as the Apostolic Administrator of Warri Diocese; the installation of Most Rev. Fr. 120. Fr. Remigius Anyadioha, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, OWERRI: 082-440256, SEAT OF WISDOM SEMINARY, ARIAM UMUAHIARev. Kizito Nwadike(Assistant Parish Priest), Ezioha Amaifeke, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 45. Councils, Committees, Commissions, Directors/Chaplains. 86. Fr. Kenneth NwokoloRev. Christopher IhenetuRev. Fr. Francis Nwokeji, Arondizuogu, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. 28. Fr. Anthony Ikeme, Mgbidi, St. Peter Parish: Rev. Brendan Chibuzo Dike, Umudioka, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. 89. 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. 23. Fr. Dominic Obiakor, Umuago, St. Charles Parish:Rev. Patrick ObinabuRev. Kenneth Ezeala, Owerre Umudioka, St. Paul Parish: Rev. Owerre-Nkworji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Martins Charles Fr. At ACI Africa, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. Ezeka Ephraim Cletus Ibeka, Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish: Rev. Fr. Notes This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 01:04 (UTC). 88. In Africa, touted most . Nkwerre, St. Thomass Parish 50. Fr. Offor Bede Emmanuel Okonkwo, CHAPLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING SERVICES OKPORO: Rev. Fr. His lordship began his Primary education at St. Josephs Catholic School Umuna, moved to St Peter Clavers minor seminary Okpala in 1969. 106. Dignitaries from various parts of the globe, including United States of America (USA), Canada, as well as friends and well wishers, yesterday, converged at 123. Credit: Orlu Diocese. Umueshi, St. Andrews Parish Brendan Diribe (Parish Priest)Rev. Jude Udokwu, Isiekenesi, St Patricks Umuaghobe: Rev. Amucha, St. Anthonys Parish Sylvester Nnaekezie Manager, SACRED HEARTPASTORAL CENTER: Rev. Fr. 83. Oguegbu Louis Maria We continue to decry the worsening state of insecurity in our nation as well as activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and bandits. We congratulate Most Rev. One of its priests, Rev. Callistus Nwobi, ADMINISTRATOR ST DAMIAN HOSPITAL OKPORO: Rev. Obeakpo, St. Charles Parish Ad Limina | MSCC It is named after Regina Pacis (Our Lady of Peace) which captures the strong Marian devotion of the people. 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. It hardly requires pointing out that the second argument commits the same fallacy. (Dr) Theophilus Tochukwu Okpara, on the occasion of his Silver Jubilee Anniversary. Fr. Fr. Duru Vitus(Vice Rector), SANTA MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL UMUAKAU:Rev. Fr. Nwaokoro Bernard Ugochukwu Aladi, Otulu, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. In a statement issued Saturday, October 2, Bishop Augustine Tochukwu . 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. Fr. 139. The Catholic Diocese of Orlu wishes to acknowledge the outpouring of prayers and concern from the faithful and wider society while calling for intense prayers for peace and security of lives and properties of our people, the Nigerian Priest says in his statement. Fr. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu Nigeria. Current Only | 21 Jun 2008. Fr. Okonkwo says, and adds, The Diocese has forgiven these robbers, while praying for their repentance.. 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 . 150. Mgbidi, St. Peters Parish 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. 71. Peter KebbieC.S.SpRev. Fr. Chikwado Ojimba(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuokwara-Akokwa, C. K. C.: Rev. Fr. Fr. Fr. Gregory Obinna Ochiagha (29 Nov 1980 Appointed - 25 Mar 2008 Retired) Augustine Tochukwu Ukwuoma . Uju Remigius, Ugbelle-Aka, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. While thanking the family members of Fr. Popes | 135. CCE 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. Located in the South-northern part of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu, Saint Gregory pastoral region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. Fr. Finian NwaozorRev. Anthony Ohams(Assistant Parish Priest), Amanaogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Peter Anumaka, Oboro-Amurie, St Michaels Parish: Rev. Abia Alphonsus Fr. Ngozichukwu Chimezie, Awo-Idemili, St. Gregory Parish: Rev. Diocese of Orlu Dioecesis Orluana. 53. Fr. Michael Nduka, Ubulu, Christ the King Parish: Rev. 115. Ihitenansa (Amangogu), St. Marys Parish 72. Evaristus Eshiowu FSSPRev. Amaigbo, St. Theresas Parish Bonaventure Ozoigbo: Lecturer at FUTO, Rev. Highlight of the event was the exhibition of a novelty football match among youths of Umuchima Community. The Apostolic Canons (xiv, xv), and the Council of Nica in 325 (can. Anthony Dim, Owerre Nkwoji, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: Rev. Delivering a sermon during the Mass celebration, a close ally of Fr. Emmanuel Okonkwo confirmed the October 31 . Luke IjezieRev. Remigius Ezennorom, Amannachi, St. John Parish:Rev. Edom Kennedy Fr. . Fr. The college of bishops. Felix C. OjimbaRev. Victor Ejiofor, Owerre-Ebeiri, St. Martin Parish: Rev. Patrick Osekwu (Administrator)Rev. Muoka Casmir Awo-Omamma, St. Johns Parish 62. Fr. Principal), COR MARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL URUALLA: Rev. Fr. Fr. Christopher Ukeje, Umuobom, St. John Parish: Rev. Obodoukwu, St. Anns Parish 94. Fr. Umuzike, St. Patricks Parish Urualla, St. Stephens 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. Paschal Nwokolo, Isu-Umunakaraisu, St. Cyril Parish: Rev. Emeh Paschal Fr. Saint Michael Pastoral Region is one of the four pastoral regions in the Catholic Diocese of Orlu. 81. Bede IdimoguRev. Owerre-Umudioka, St. Pauls Parish Josephat Ndinojuo (Rector)Rev. We, therefore, encourage all politicians to uphold the values of integrity and decency. Fr. 26. Fr. Fr. 29. The Synod is meant to be a journey of sharing, reflecting and listening to one another at all levels in the Church: parish, diocesan, provincial, national, continental, and universal. If you want to be part of the preparation, please contact the diocesan chancery. All | Countries | Necrology Fr. 169. About Franciscan Catechetics. Here you find information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. The resident priest, Fr. 149. Joseph Okorie, ST. MICHAEL PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. The Bishop of NigeriasCatholic Diocese of Orluhas, in an extraordinary appeal, directed members of the Clergy, women and men Religious, and the Laity in his Episcopal See to pray and fast for the restoration of peace and respect of human life in the West African nation. 110. Nichodemus Ejimabo, Akokwa,St. Barnabas Parish:Rev. Okwudor, Christ the King Parish Diocese of ORLU - Anglican Communion . Fredoline Onwueme, Abajah, St. Aloysius Parish: Rev. 78. Fr. In a Tuesday, November 2 statement obtained by ACI Africa, Fr. 132. CCE Companion Link. Fr. George Ramagele (OMI), Obinugwu, Holy Trinity Parish: Rev. Amiri, St. Pauls Parish Stephen Okafor, St. Camillus Chaplaincy IMSUTH: Rev. Okonkwo expresses gratitude to the people of God who have supported the Nigerian Diocese following the incident. Fr. Fr. 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. Francis OmiriRev. Okonkwo Chrysogonuu 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. Augustine Ukwuoma hails from Ndiohiaowerre Duruewuru Amucha in Njaba Local Govenment Area. IN THE SERVICE OF THE UNIVERSAL CHURCHMost Rev. It was in 1966 that the confines of the present Catholic Diocese of Orlu were raised to Deanery with Rev. Fr. Fr. Abba Christ the . Obiohia, Sacred Heart Parish Anaele Charles Named after one of the oldest parishes in the area, it covers rerrirotires in two local governments in Ideato (Ideato North and South). 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. Okpara, was graced by scores of Rev. Johnbosco Ezugba, Osina, St. Michael: Rev. 130. Fr. 148. 1950.04.18: Promoted as Diocese of Owerri / Overrien(sis) (Latin) (became suffragan of Onitsha) 1958.06.23: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Umuahia; 1961.05.16: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Port Harcourt; 1980.11.29: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Orlu; 1987.11.18: Lost territory to establish Diocese of Ahiara Patrick Okafor C.S.Sp, Awo-Omamma, St. Patrick Parish: Rev. Njoku Darlington Donald Nwaka (Assistant Parish Priest), Amauju, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. Fr. David Okeke, CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Obaekpu, St. Charles Parish: Rev. Fr. Youngest | This happened when the . Clifftop Ministries Port Harcourt . On April 18, 1950, it was elevated to a diocese. Celestine Ugwu CMF(Assistant Parish Priest), Umualoma, St. John Parish: Rev. In campaigning and canvassing for votes, we urge politicians to eschew the politics of bitterness, divisiveness and religious bigotry. 131. 95. Uli, St. Judes Parish 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. In 1980, he was elevated to Bishop of Orlu in Nigeria. Chrysantus Ugwoegbu(Assistant Parish Priest), Ihioma, Regina Pacis Parish: Rev. For more information visit www.orludiocese.org. Fr. PARISH 44. If we succeed in doing these things, we shall indeed cross the threshold into a new dawn in our country. Ezechukwu Chrysantus We continue to pray for the eternal repose of our venerable brother, Most Rev. 128. Amaigbo, Sacred Heart Parish Fr. Out of respect for all Gods children, the Church does not identify with nor is she to bound to any political party. Lawrence Doyle, C.S.Sp., as its first Dean. 69 talking about this. Edmund Igboanusi: Lecturer, Imo State University, Rev. Sokoto (Prefecture Apostolic); Historical, see Sokoto (Diocese) Sokoto (Diocese) Southern Nigeria {Nigeria Meridionale} (Vicariate Apostolic); Historical , see Onitsha (Archdiocese) 133. Joseph AlaekweRev. Apostolic Work Ireland Has been been doing fantastic work now for almost 100 years. All Rights Reserved. Bonaventure Ozoigbo, Umuhu-Okabia, St. Joseph Parish: Rev. Joseph Agusiegbe, Amaigbo, St. Theresa Parish: Rev. 37. Fr. 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. 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. Cardinal Electors 0. Umuowa, St. Marys Parish Fr. Amanator, St. Josephs Parish Pope Francis has announced the establishment of the Catholic Diocese of Aguleri and appointed Bishop Denis Isizoh the Diocese's first Bishop. FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. Arondizuogu, St. Marys Parish 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. 1. We call on all our citizens and institutions to work towards responsible political behaviour and informed choices. Fr. Okoro Augustine Kassi Hemann, OMI, Isiekenesi, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Chibuike Ukeh, UZII, CUSTOS ECCLESIAE SEMINARY: Rev. John XXIII, Mother and Teacher, 180). Titular | 5. 48. Kingsley Nwadike, Ugbelle, St. Mary Parish: Rev. 6 min read. Nkume, St. Josephs Parish Echezona Onwuka(Assistant Parish Priest), Amaigbo, St. Michael Parish:Rev. Mgbee, Holy Cross Parish Ozara, St. Patricks Parish 168. We express our heartfelt condolences to all the bereaved and pray for the eternal repose of the deceased. On March 26, 1994, it became an Archdiocese. Thomas Obiatuegwu, St. THERSA PASTORAL REGION: Very Rev. 158. Augustine Nwankwo, OMIRev. Umuhu-Okabia, St. Josephs Parish Urualla, St. Judes Parish Fr. Bartholomew NnoromRev. Isu (Dim na Nume), St. Pauls Parish Uli, St. Ignatius Parish ** In Roman Catholicism the college of bishops is the successor to the college of the Apostles; the earliest mention of the office of bishop is found in the New Testament. Fr. Valentine Ogike, Amiri, St. Mchaels Umuecheta: Rev. An apostolic administrator is a bishop who is appointed by the Pope to see to the good order and administration of a diocese that is awaiting the appointment of a permanent bishop or ordinary. Never be a dictator over any group that is put in your charge but be an example that the whole flock can follow. Obodoukwu, St. Johns Parish ** May our Mother Mary, Queen and Patroness of Nigeria, continue to intercede for us. Uche Valentine 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. Anthony Okonkwo, Urualla, St. Andrew Parish: Rev. 33. Since our last Plenary Meeting in Abuja in March 2022, we have had the retirement of Bishop John Afareha of Warri Diocese (18 April 2022) and the appointment of Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze as the Apostolic Administrator of Warri Diocese; the installation of Most Rev. Charles EmezieRev. Isaac Dugu as the Bishop of Katsina-Ala Diocese and Most Rev. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orlu (Latin: Orluan(a)) is a diocese located in . Chukwudiebere Ohachu, Rev. 18. Nkamuike Casmir Bernard Duru, Akwu, Akokwa St. Gabriel Parish:Rev. Isu Okporo, st. Martins Parish John Kanu, Eziawa, St. Anthony Parish: Rev. Eziama Obaire, St. Michaels Parish ** Fr. CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU POSTING OF SENIOR SEMINARIANS FOR APOSTOLIC WORK SATURDAY JULY 6TH - SATURDAY AUGUST 17TH 2019 S/N PARISH NAMES 1. Michael Pius Kagarko, who assumed office as the Diocesan Administrator of Zaria on 9 July 2022. Ihiteowerri, St. Martins Parish Support Our Mission As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church []. Fr. Mgbidi, St. Josephs Parish Fr. Declan Ugorji CMFRev. GPS Coordinates 5.79449,7.03589 . Okonkwo Anthony, Eziama-Obaire, St. Michael Parish: Rev. Achinonu Samuel Fr. Aloysius Izuogu(Assistant Parish Priest), Umuduru Amiri, St. Gerald Parish: Rev. Fr. 40. Justin Onyenemegam. 124. Amaifeke, St. Gregorys Parish Enwerem Joseph Isunjaba, St. Josephs Parish 146. Abel EzenwaRev. Dedicated under the patronage of Saint Michael the Archangel, with story Catholic faith and practice. SDV Nwachukwu Raphael Categories Telecommunication Company. Orlu, 09 October, 2021 / 10:00 pm (ACI Africa). Rev. At home with the Gospel message, the diocese promotes universal vocation of all to holiness of life. 175. SCHONESTAT HF Celestine Ibebuike, Osina, St. Mary Parish: Very Rev. Anthony Nwosu: Imo State University. All | In addition to his usual pastoral responsibilities as bishop, the apostolic administrator has the authority to make the necessary decisions for the daily . Fr. 57. 21. Anthony Anumnu(Assistant), CARITAS TRINITY BOOKSHOP: Rev. Fr. Nnempi, St. Josephs Parish ** 19. Placid Eze, Arondizuogu, St. Mary Parish: Rev. Atta, St. Fidelis Parish Akokwa, Christ the King Parish ** Fr. 38. Fr. 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