From an "Association of Convenience" to a global missionary force. This is how the faith of a people transformed the destiny of a land.
ECRAA did not begin in a boardroom. It began as an organic movement—an "Association of Convenience" coinciding with the arrival of the Catholic Church. Its primary aim was survival and unity: to keep the disparate 33 villages of Enugu-Ezike together in the face of a new, transforming faith.
Despite early casualties and the friction of tradition, the association became the rallying point for young men and women who felt the call. It was a shelter for the pioneers who dared to choose the seminary and convent over the farm and the shrine.
"He officially birthed the organization by gathering the aspirants... organizing Vocation Rallies where priests were invited to speak to the people, soliciting help for those who were coming in."
From the creation of Arji Parish to the present day, leadership has been handed down with sacred trust.
Took over when Fr. Charles traveled for studies. Under him, the name 'ECRAA' became a household name.
Guided the association during the rapid creation of new parishes in Enugu-Ezike.
Consolidated the structure and expanded the welfare scope for members.
Leading ECRAA into the digital age and global mission.
ECRAA has been a purifier of culture. By engaging with traditional institutions, the association has aligned the rich heritage of Enugu-Ezike with Christian values, stopping harmful practices while promoting unity.
Enugu-Ezike is the spiritual engine room of the Nsukka Diocese. Providing the bulk of the workforce with over 600 seminarians and aspirants currently in formation, ensuring the future of the local Church.
We have become a missionary land. Today, 500+ ECRAA Priests and Religious are serving in Europe, America, Asia, and across Africa. We are giving back to the world the faith that the Irish missionaries brought to us.
