On Monday, 13 April 2026, the bishop, clergy, and faithful of the Catholic Diocese of Ahiara gathered at the Maria Mater Ecclesiae Cathedral to mark the first anniversary of the death of Very Rev. Msgr. Cletus Ogu. The eucharistic celebration was presided over by the bishop. In the homily, Rev. Fr. Vitus Umeyor invited the […]
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Bishop Nwobi Solicits Greater Support By: Tim Etoh Full construction work will soon commence at the burial site of Vivian Ogu, Servant of God and global exemplar of faith. This optimism was expressed by His Lordship, the Bishop of Ahiara, Most Rev. Dr. Simeon Okezuo Nwobi, CMF, during a fundraising event for the development of
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As the Catholic faithful in Nigeria joyously mark this Sunday as Mother’s Day, the moment, though outwardly festive, carries a quieter, weightier summons: to reflect with honesty, to give thanks without reserve, and to renew, in practical terms, the obligations owed to those whose lives are spent in the steady outpouring of care. In the
The Catholic Diocese of Ahiara on Thursday, April 2, 2026, had both clergy and the lay faithful solemnly gathered at the Maria Mater Ecclesiae Cathedral Ahiara for the annual Chrism Mass, a liturgical high point of Holy Week in which the unity of the diocesan Church, gathered around her bishop, is both expressed and deepened
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As part of its ongoing commitment to clergy formation and welfare, the Catholic Diocese of Ahiara has organized a seminar for priests with over 30 years in ministry, focusing on the realities of retirement and sustained personal well-being. Held on March 24, 2026, at the Diocesan Priests’ Conference Hall, the gathering brought together senior clergy
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The 2026 Cathedraticum is here. This annual financial contribution paid by Catholic parishes to their diocesan bishop represents unity, respect, and adherence to the bishop’s authority. The word originates from the Latin “cathedra,” meaning “chair” or “throne.” It signifies the yearly support from parishes to their bishop, demonstrating esteem and backing for his episcopal seat,
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On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Catholic Diocese of Ahiara convened the first pastoral council of the year to discuss key developments and strategic plans for the diocese. The meeting with the bishop, priests, and lay leaders in the Church witnessed elaborate discussions on diocesan issues, key events for the year, and matters concerning the
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There is a way in which a nation grows tired without collapsing, continues to move without truly advancing, and speaks the language of hope while quietly negotiating with despair; and in such a state, neither full darkness nor convincing light, people begin to adjust to what should never be normal, learning to endure what ought
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Today, Christians in Nigeria join millions of the faithful across the globe in celebrating Easter Sunday, the solemnity of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. This celebration represents the cornerstone of Christian faith and symbolizes hope over despair, life over death, and light over darkness. From many corners of the nation, churches are
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By: JohnPaul Ibe On Thursday, March 12, 2026, the executives of the Catholic Men Organization (CMO) in Owerri Ecclesiastical Province convened at Ahiara Diocese to hold their meeting. The event commenced with a Holy Mass at Maria Mater Ecclesiae Cathedral, Ahiara, with Rev. Fr. Ethelbert Uwadoka as the presider and Rev. Fr. Ted Njoku, the
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