Orthodox church In Eritrea: History,Facts, & Services

The Orthodox Church in Eritrea is a local Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, one of the Oriental Orthodox Churches, founded in 1948. It is an autonomous Church within the communion of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church and acknowledges its unique spiritual bond to the Patriarchate of Alexandria. It is one of the most ancient churches which traces its theology and Christology to the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea of 325 AD, and it upholds its tradition in Apostolic Succession. The Orthodox Church of Eritrea is responsible for providing spiritual guidance and leadership to more than 1.5 million Eritreans in Eritrea and throughout the diaspora. The history of Orthodox Christianity in Eritrea can be traced back to ancient Axum, in modern day Ethiopia and Eritrea, where Christianity was first introduced in the 4th century and the first Orthodox Christian community established in the region. Throughout the subsequent centuries, Orthodox Christians continued to be the major faith in the region. In the mid-19th century, Orthodox Christianity became officially established in Eritrea, as the government of the day came under the authority of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. The Orthodox Church in Eritrea provides many services, including the celebration of the Divine Liturgy, the sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation and Confession, among others. It also supports many social services, including hospitals, orphanages, schools, and monasteries, among others. The Orthodox Church of Eritrea is also an active participant in national and international interfaith dialogues and peace initiatives. In addition to supporting the spiritual and pastoral needs of Eritreans, it works to promote justice, reconciliation, and the preservation of the country's rich cultural and religious heritage.

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City:
Eritrea
state:
? Medhane Alem Orthodox Tewahdo Church
country:
Eritrea
country code:
ER
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