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Orlu diocese is actively involved in providing affordable health care services to our population. There are a number of hospitals across the different regions of the diocese where you will receive a good medical attention that is affordable.Learn More
Diocesan News and Updates
A NEW CONVENT SPRINGS UP IN THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ORLU![]()
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Today, the 10th day of September 2025 lifted the hearts of the people of Amucha and the entire Diocese, alongside the Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters as a new convent was blessed and opened in the St. Patrick's Maternity Home/Clinic, Amucha. ![]()
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It began with a Solemn Mass presided by the Catholic Bishop of Orlu, Most Rev. Augustine T. Ukwuoma, under the presence of the Auxiliary bishop, Most Rev. Thomas I. Obiatuegwu, The Diocesan Chancellor, Fr. Dr. Kingsley Umelo; The Dean of the St. Gregory's Pastoral Region, Fr. Dr. Augustine Iwuagwu; the Vocation Director and Rector - Custos Ecclesiae Seminary Uzih, Fr. Dr. Joseph Udechukwu, The Parish Priest, St. Patrick's Parish Amucha, Fr. Christian Uchegbu, a host of priests, Immaculate Heart Sisters, Ndi Eze and cabinet, and a host of parishioners.![]()
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The bishop joyously welcomed the Immaculate Heart Sisters and prayed that their mission in Amucha communities will bring peace and progress; while reminding all that the important mission of the Immaculate Heart Sisters - Health care and education will beneficial to the Diocese. Thereupon, he encouraged the Sisters to put in their best as the convent serves their residential needs, rather than visiting health care givers. To facilitate their apostolate further, the Bishop handed over the Mother General the keys of the convent and a Toyota Corolla car. In her response, the Mother General appreciated the Bishop and the entire Diocese and pledged their continual loyalty. ![]()
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The Eze, on behalf of the people of Amucha thanked the Bishop for his efforts in reviving the one-time abandoned Maternity home/Clinic. He assured all of their support and collaboration with the Church towards effective proclamation of the Gospel. Amuche ![]()
Catholic Women (C.W.O) solidified this as they showered the Sisters with motherly gifts.![]()
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Following the Mass, the Convent was blessed alongside its Chapel. Entertainment followed and everybody retired as the goodnews continued to permeate the entire Amucha communities.
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As the Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church to go out in the peripheries, bearing witness to Christ in everyday life, the Local Church of Orlu is committed to this primary task of the Church in the world. We do this through various pastoral initiatives and apostolates. There are equally numerous projects through which we impact lives and society where we live. Your prayers and donations could help us in carrying out the mission. Donate