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Welcome to the official website of the Catholic Diocese of Orlu in Nigeria. You will find necessary information about our diocese and her apostolates as a Local Church. The Primary Menu above provides you with different links to different functions and locations.Learn More
Pastoral Visit Schedules
Most weekends of the year, the bishop travels to parishes and institutions to oversee the people of God under his pastoral care. It is a wonderful time to have a one-on-one interaction with the bishop and be inspired in the mutual work of bearing witness to Christ.Learn More 
Health Services
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
CELEBRATING GOD'S ABUNDANCE: A TIME OF JOY AND SERVICE IN OUR DIOCESE![]()
We have every reason to thank God for His bounties upon us as a diocese. Yesterday we ordained a priest and today, we have raised some of our brothers to the ministries of Lector and Acolyte respectively. Again, we shall ordain 10 of our brothers to the order of Diaconate. This is to count but a few on what God does for us. The Prophet Jeremiah encourages us not to be timid when proclaiming the gospel. We reflect on the threefold functions of the Deacon.![]()
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The word:![]()
As the minister of the word, we encounter the power of the Holy Spirit, wherein we meet Christ in His word. The deacons will, as from today, have the authority of Christ to preach the gospel. They will now teach in the name of the Church, bearing in mind that they teach, not what is theirs, but the work of God. They are to be complete and consistent with the magisterium of the Church who desires nothing less of them. This preaching is not an easy task. The people of God are therefore, called to encourage the deacons, and not criticize or mock them. The deacons are however, advised to preach from their hearts, having made out time to prepare the homily. You will find power that comes from the Holy Spirit who will be speaking through you. ![]()
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Sacraments:![]()
They will from today, become Ministers of the sacraments. They will assist the priest in the celebration of the Mass, distribute Holy Communion, bring communion to the sick, baptize and assist at marriages. They must this, comport themselves with reverence and humility. ![]()
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Charity:![]()
You become from today, Ministers of charity. As you are seated before the people, so Christ is seated in the sacraments and his word. You are this to bring Christ to the poor. Remember that Christ remained poor, chaste and obedient. Above all, may those you encounter see Christ in you.
WHAT AN ATMOSPHERE OF JOY!!!![]()
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QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES PARISH URUALLA, AND ITS ENVIRONS WITNESS THE DIACONATE ORDINATION ALONGSIDE INSTALLATION INTO THE MINISTRIES OF ACOLYTE AND LECTORATE
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Support Our Mission
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