By Chikezie Ogbonna
A new chapter of excellence and divine blessings unfolded at St. Paul Group of Schools on Friday, December 13th, as His Lordship Most Rev. Ernest Obodo, the Auxiliary Bishop of Enugu Diocese, graced the institution with a historic pastoral visit. The highlight of the event was the blessing of the school’s newly established building, a symbol of its relentless pursuit of growth and transformation.
Under the visionary leadership of the school administrator, Rev. Fr. Dr. James Obinna Okeke, St. Paul Group of Schools has blossomed into a beacon of academic and moral excellence. The Auxiliary Bishop commended the rapid progress the institution has achieved, describing it as a testament to divine providence and dedicated stewardship.
Founded in 1989 by the revered late Bishop, Most Rev. Michael Ugwuja Eneja, St. Paul Group of Schools began with modest roots, a nursery and primary section accommodating just 28 pupils. The school’s story of resilience and triumph continued with the establishment of its secondary section on September 9, 1999. This achievement was crowned with its dedication on July 27, 2002, by then Bishop and now Emeritus, Most Rev. Anthony Okonkwo Gbuji.
In 2016, the school underwent a major transformation under the directive of Bishop Callistus Onaga, who rebranded it as St. Paul Group of Schools. This marked the dawn of a new era, propelling the institution to an upward trajectory of academic distinction and infrastructural growth.
Friday’s event was not only a celebration of physical structures but also of spiritual edification, as students received the Sacrament of Confirmation, a profound rite symbolizing their deeper commitment to faith.
“This school has been a cornerstone for molding students who are spiritually fortified and intellectually equipped to face the world,” said Rev. Fr. Dr. James Obinna Okeke.
St. Paul Group of Schools stands as a testament to what faith, education, and visionary leadership can achieve. The Auxiliary Bishop’s visit was not just a blessing but an affirmation of the school’s mission to nurture future leaders.
As the institution celebrates this milestone, the message is clear: St. Paul Group of Schools is not merely growing; it is soaring to new heights, with a legacy that inspires hope and excellence in every facet of education and spiritual development.
This historic event is a reminder that with faith and dedication, even the smallest seeds can grow into mighty oaks, shaping futures and transforming lives.
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