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Ahiara Diocese Hosts Seminar for Senior Clergy on Retirement and Wellbeing

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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CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF AHIARA, SCHEDULE FOR 2026 CATHEDRATICUM

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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Ahiara Diocese holds first Pastoral Council Meeting of the Year

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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Christ our Hope is Risen! Christians Celebrate Easter with Renewed Faith and Hope

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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Meeting of CMO Executives Owerri Ecclesiastical Province Held in Ahiara Diocese

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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Ahiara Diocesan Mary League Association Holds Cultural Day Celebration

By: Peace Chijindu In a vibrant display of faith, tradition, and sisterhood, the Ahiara Diocesan Mary League Association took a monumental step in the spiritual and cultural development of its members with the inaugural Cultural Day Celebration on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This pioneering event began with a Holy Mass, with Rev. Fr. Sixtus Ohanaja,

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Ahiara Diocesan Priests Conclude 2026 Annual Lenten Retreat

By: Adolphus Ofoegbulem The Catholic Diocese of Ahiara has concluded the 2026 Annual Priests’ Retreat, held from Sunday, March 1, to Friday, March 20, during which the clergy, in three batches, entered a sustained period of prayer, silence, reflection, and spiritual renewal. The retreat was directed by Rev. Fr. Christian Eze, CMF, who drew its

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Ahiara Diocese Ordains 13 Seminarians to the Diaconate

Be witnesses to the Gospel you preach – Bishop Nwobi On Sunday, March 15, 2026, the atmosphere at Mater Ecclesiae Cathedral, Ahiara Mbaise, Imo State, was full of joy and excitement as 13 seminarians were ordained into the diaconate order, marking a milestone in their journey to the priesthood. The solemn ceremony clearly demonstrated the

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2026 Mother’s Day Celebration Slated for April 19

According to a recent announcement from the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, the 2026 Mother’s Day celebration, earlier proposed to take place on March 29 in line with the directive for it to be observed on the Sunday following the Solemnity of the Annunciation, has been shifted to April 19. This change is due to March

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