05/03/2026
CATHEDRATICUM 2026 – ANNOUNCEMENT
The Archdiocese of Owerri warmly announces the dates for the 2026 Cathedraticum, together with the sitting arrangements for all parishes and groups in the Cathedral. These arrangements are intended to ensure order, harmony, and smooth coordination throughout the celebration.
The faithful are encouraged to consult the images attached to this notice to confirm the specific day assigned to their parishes, chaplaincies, special jurisdictions, groups, institutions, organizations, or sodalities, as well as their designated sitting positions.
Schedule of Groups
• Group 1: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 (Emekuku and Uzoagba Deaneries)
• Group 2: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (Mbutu Okohia and Ogbaku Deaneries)
• Group 3: Thursday, March 26, 2026 (Egbema, Ohaji, and Owerri Deaneries; Groups, Sodalities, Organizations, and Institutions)
Cathedraticum is the annual financial contribution offered by the faithful to support the bishop in his pastoral responsibilities within the diocese. It is both a symbolic and practical expression of unity with the bishop, who shepherds the local Church.
More than a financial gesture, Cathedraticum is an act of love, solidarity, and shared mission. It stands as a vibrant sign of communion between the bishop and his people—rooted in mutual support, evangelizing mission, and shared responsibility for the life of the Church.
Through their financial and material offerings during Cathedraticum, the faithful actively collaborate with the bishop in the Church’s mission of reaching out to the poor, the suffering, and all who are in need.