Ahiara diocese latest news

Ahiara Diocese is a Catholic diocese located in Imo State, Nigeria. Here are some of the latest news and updates from the diocese:

  1. New Bishop Appointed: On October 10, 2020, Pope Francis appointed Rev. Fr. Peter Ebere Okpaleke as the new Bishop of Ahiara Diocese. Bishop Okpaleke was previously the Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese.
  2. Diocesan Synod: The Ahiara Diocese held its 3rd Diocesan Synod from October 26 to November 1, 2020. The synod was attended by over 200 delegates from across the diocese, who discussed various topics including evangelization, catechesis, and the role of the laity in the Church.
  3. Catholic Women's League: The Catholic Women's League (CWL) of Ahiara Diocese held its 2020 Annual Conference from November 12 to 14, 2020. The conference was themed "Empowering Women for Evangelization" and featured talks and workshops on various topics including family life, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
  4. Youth Ministry: The Ahiara Diocese has launched a new youth ministry initiative aimed at engaging and empowering young people in the diocese. The initiative, which is called "Youth Alive," will provide opportunities for young people to participate in spiritual retreats, community service, and leadership development programs.
  5. Catholic Education: The diocese has launched a new education initiative aimed at improving access to quality education for children in the diocese. The initiative, which is called "Education for All," will provide scholarships and educational resources to disadvantaged children and support the development of new schools and educational programs.
  6. Catholic Charities: The Ahiara Diocese has launched a new Catholic Charities initiative aimed at providing support to the poor and vulnerable in the diocese. The initiative, which is called "Compassion in Action," will provide food, shelter, and other forms of assistance to those in need.
  7. Pilgrimage to Rome: In October 2020, a group of pilgrims from Ahiara Diocese traveled to Rome, Italy to participate in the canonization of Blessed Michael Okoroji, a Nigerian priest who was martyred during the Nigerian Civil War. The pilgrimage was organized by the diocese's pilgrimage committee and was attended by over 100 pilgrims.

These are just a few of the latest news and updates from Ahiara Diocese. If you're looking for more information, I recommend checking out the diocese's official website or social media channels for the latest news and updates.