Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Joseph Sunday Okwor, the first parish priest of Sacred Heart Parish, Akpugo, Nkanu West LGA, Enugu State, has passed away, DAILY GAZETTE reports.
Dr. Okwor was reported dead on Friday after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and dedication to the Catholic Church.
Born into a devout Christian family, Fr. Okwor dedicated his life to the priesthood and played a significant role in the growth of the church in Akpugo.
He was instrumental in establishing Sacred Heart Parish over forty years ago, nurturing its spiritual and infrastructural development, but was later transferred to Nsukka diocese.
Throughout his priestly ministry, he was widely respected for his deep commitment to pastoral care, evangelism, and community development.
A highly educated clergyman, Fr. Okwor earned a doctorate in theology and was known for his intellectual depth, humility, and unwavering devotion to the teachings of the Catholic Church.
