Diocesan Ministries
The apostolates, departments, and lay movements through which the Diocese of Okigwe serves God and humanity.
How We Serve
The Diocese works through many departments and movements to reach every soul in our care.
Caritas & Development
Bringing the love of Christ to the poorest — through food, health, education, and emergency relief across the Diocese.
Learn More →Youth Ministry
Forming, energising, and empowering the young people of the Diocese as the next generation of faith leaders.
Learn More →Catholic Women Organisation
Uniting Catholic women in prayer, service, and advocacy — building the domestic church and serving the wider community.
Learn More →Catholic Men Organisation
Forming Catholic men as faith-filled husbands, fathers, and leaders who build the Kingdom of God at home and in society.
Learn More →Catholic Schools
Providing quality, values-centred education through a network of primary, secondary, and vocational schools across the Diocese.
Learn More →Liturgy & Worship
Celebrating the sacred mysteries with beauty and reverence — formation in sacramental life, sacred music, and liturgical arts.
Learn More →Caritas & Development
Caritas Okigwe is the official social service and development arm of the Diocese. Inspired by Catholic Social Teaching, we believe that every human person — made in the image and likeness of God — deserves dignity, justice, and access to the basic necessities of life.
Our programmes span food security, primary health care, clean water, emergency relief, peacebuilding, and support for persons with disabilities.
- Annual food distribution to vulnerable families across 6 deaneries
- Free medical outreach clinics in rural communities
- School feeding programme for underprivileged children
- Emergency relief response to natural disasters and conflict
- Advocacy for justice, human rights, and good governance
Youth Ministry
The Diocesan Youth Ministry exists to accompany the young people of Okigwe Diocese on their journey of faith — meeting them where they are and guiding them toward a personal encounter with Jesus Christ.
Through retreats, leadership formation programmes, annual youth rallies, and Catholic Action movements, we equip young Catholics to be bold witnesses of the Gospel in their schools, families, and communities.
- Annual Diocesan Youth Rally and Conference
- Youth retreats and recollections
- Catholic Youth Organisation (CYO) at parish and diocesan levels
- Vocation discernment and seminary accompaniment
- Youth-led community development and social justice initiatives
Catholic Women Organisation
The Catholic Women Organisation (CWO) of the Diocese of Okigwe is a vibrant association of Catholic women united in faith, prayer, and service. The CWO seeks to form women as disciples of Christ and leaders in the Church and in society.
At parish and diocesan levels, CWO members are involved in works of charity, advocacy for women and children, fundraising for diocesan projects, and promoting the sanctity of family life.
- Annual CWO Diocesan Convention and Congress
- Formation programmes: spirituality, leadership, and skills
- Support for widows and orphans across the Diocese
- Advocacy against gender-based violence and trafficking
- Marian devotion and Rosary apostolate
Catholic Men Organisation
The Catholic Men Organisation (CMO) is the association of lay Catholic men in the Diocese committed to living out their baptismal calling in the home, workplace, and public square. CMO challenges men to be servant-leaders inspired by the example of St. Joseph.
CMO members are involved in community development, supporting diocesan works, mentoring boys and young men, and promoting responsible fatherhood and ethical leadership.
- Annual CMO Congress and Diocesan Rally
- Mentorship and fatherhood formation programme
- Community development and infrastructural projects
- Advocacy for ethics and integrity in public life
- Support for diocesan fundraising and capital projects
Catholic Schools
The Diocese of Okigwe operates a network of Catholic schools committed to the integral formation of young people — in academic excellence, moral character, and spiritual depth. Our schools are among the finest in the region.
Rooted in the principle that "Education is the most powerful weapon for changing the world," we provide quality education that develops the whole person: mind, body, and soul.
- 35 Catholic primary and secondary schools across the Diocese
- Annual Catholic Schools Day and inter-school competitions
- Catholic Social Teaching integrated into school curricula
- Scholarships for academically gifted but financially needy students
- Teacher formation and professional development programmes
Liturgy & Worship
The Liturgy and Worship Commission of the Diocese oversees the sacred worship life of all parishes — ensuring that the Eucharist and the other sacraments are celebrated with dignity, beauty, and faithful adherence to the norms of the universal Church.
We provide formation for priests, deacons, lay ministers, cantors, choirs, and altar servers, and promote authentic inculturation of the liturgy within the rich cultural heritage of our people.
- Liturgical formation workshops for clergy and lay ministers
- Diocesan Choir and Sacred Music festivals
- Preparation and distribution of liturgical calendars and resources
- Formation for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
- Eucharistic adoration and devotional programmes
Every Catholic is Called to Serve
Find a ministry that matches your gifts and your calling. Speak to your parish priest or contact the Diocesan Secretariat to get involved.