Okigwe Catholic Diocese

04/10/2026

Pictorials from the Pastoral Visit to St. Peter's Parish Umuderim, Ihitte uboma today, October 04, 2026.

We thank God for the grace of this pastoral visit and congratulate our newly confirmed candidates. May the grace of the Holy Spirit received strengthen them in faith and inspire them to live as faithful witnesses of Christ. Amen!

04/10/2026

PICTORIALS FROM THE PASTORAL VISIT TO C.K.C. PARISH, IKPEREJERE, ON OCTOBER 2, 2026
We thank God for the grace of the pastoral visit to C.K.C. Parish, Ikperejere, and congratulate the 98 candidates who received the Sacrament of Confirmation during the visit. May the grace of the Holy Spirit strengthen them in faith and inspire them to live as faithful witnesses of Christ.
The parish experienced a lively and grace-filled ceremony as it welcomed the Bishop for his pastoral visit. Drawing from the Gospel of the day, the Bishop spoke on the need to become like little children in simplicity, so as to enter the kingdom of heaven. He observed that children do not quarrel or disagree easily because of their simplicity, and that this is what Christ meant when He said that unless we become like little ones, we cannot enter the kingdom of heaven.
Reflecting on the memorial of the Guardian Angels, celebrated the same day, the Bishop also encouraged the faithful to always do what is right, so that their guardian angels may continually guide and protect them.
May this pastoral visit renew the faith of the parish community and strengthen its members in their commitment to Christ and His Church.

01/10/2026

A New Pastoral Year Begins for Okigwe Diocesan Priests.

Kindly keep our priests in your prayers as we mark the end of the 2025/2026 Pastoral Year.

Following the discretion of the Diocesan Bishop, Most Rev. Solomon Amatu, and the provisions of Canon Law, precisely Canon 274 §2, Canon 523, and 524, our priests on September 9, 2026 received new assignments, and these assignments take effect with their official assumption of duty on Sunday, October 4, 2026. This marks the beginning of the 2026/2027 Pastoral Year. Please remember to pray for our priests, especially those assigned to new responsibilities, as they relocate to their new places of apostolate within the weekend.

Pray also that your priests may serve you better according to the mind of God, and of His Church.

Try and know your new Parish Priest as well. 🙌

30/09/2026

Congratulations to our 2017 set of priests as they mark their priestly anniversary today.

We thank God with you all and pray that God will continue to renew the grace of your Ordination.

28/09/2026

PICTORIALS FROM THE PASTORAL VISIT TO HOLY ROSARY PARISH, UMUEHIE, ANARA, ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2026

We thank God for the grace of the pastoral visit to Holy Rosary Parish, Umuehie, Anara, and congratulate the 22 candidates who received the Sacrament of Confirmation during the visit. May the grace of the Holy Spirit strengthen them in faith and inspire them to live as faithful witnesses of Christ.

The parish experienced a lively and grace-filled ceremony as it welcomed the Bishop for his pastoral visit. Drawing inspiration from the readings of the day, the Bishop urged the congregation and all members of society to shun sin, emphasising that sin offers no lasting benefit but rather leads to harmful consequences.

Using the analogy of a locust, he explained that, despite its apparent size, its legs and body contain no flesh. In the same way, sin may appear attractive and enticing, but it ultimately offers no true gain. He further admonished the faithful not to postpone repentance, reminding them that no one knows when the Master will call them from this earthly life.

While highlighting the consequences of sin, the Bishop also reassured the faithful of God's enduring mercy and love. He encouraged everyone to make good use of the time granted to them on earth by embracing repentance, living righteously, and remaining faithful to God.

May this pastoral visit renew the faith of the parish community and strengthen its members in their commitment to Christ and His Church.

27/09/2026

Congratulations to our 2014 set of priests as they mark their priestly anniversary today.

We thank God with you all and pray that God will continue to renew the grace of your Ordination.

26/09/2026

26/09/2026

26th September 2026.
Solemn Dedication of Our Lady of Mercy Chaplaincy Chapel, Umulogho.

26/09/2026

Congratulations to our 2020 set of priests as they mark their priestly anniversary today.

We thank God with you all and pray that God will continue to renew the grace of your Ordination.

26/09/2026

Congratulations to our 2015 set of priests as they mark their priestly anniversary today.

We thank God with you all and pray that God will continue to renew the grace of your Ordination.