Tewahedo Media Center - English

02/07/2025

Today 02 July 2025, In Addis Ababa, the spiritual conference commemorating the Gospel and the Scholars was held solemnly, attended by Many Scholars of EOTC gathered from all over the country.

30/06/2025

Today On 28 July 2025, The Reconstructed Building By The Corridor Development Project Was Inaugurated By His Holiness Patriarch Abune Mathias!

The newly reconstructed building of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church located in the famous “Mehamud Music” area in Piassa, which was demolished and rebuilt as part of the Corridor Development Project, was inaugurated today. The project was financed by the Addis Ababa City Administration.

28/06/2025

Today On 28 June 2025, Holy Trinity University, students were officially graduated in a spiritual and ceremonial event held in the presence of His Holiness Abune Mathias I,Patriarch and of Ethiopia, Archbishop of Axum, and Echege of the See of St. Teklehaimanot.

28/06/2025

Today On 28 June 2025, The Feast of St Mary was Celebrated in United Kingdom Leeds Kediste Kidusan St Mary Church with the presence of many Church Scholars.

27/06/2025

His Holiness Pope Tawadros II Discusses Ways To Support Ecclesial Unity In India With A Delegation From The Malankara Church

26/06/2025

Supreme Spiritual Council Condemns Political Pressure as Armenian PM Accuses Archbishop of Coup Attempt

A grave confrontation is unfolding in Armenia between the State and the Armenian Apostolic Church, following Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s dramatic accusation that Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, Archbishop of the Armenian Apostolic Church and leader of the growing “Tavush for the Homeland” movement, was at the center of a foiled coup attempt allegedly aimed at seizing power through violent means. The Armenian National Security Service claims to have thwarted the plot on June 25, 2025, marking a dramatic escalation in an already tense political climate.

According to the Prime Minister, the alleged plan involved a “sinister and large-scale conspiracy,” supported by individuals from what he termed a “criminal-oligarchic-clerical alliance.” Authorities released audio recordings said to contain violent threats and detailed efforts to acquire weapons. Pashinyan asserted that the movement, originally born out of peaceful protest against controversial territorial concessions, had now crossed the line into illegality and attempted insurrection.

Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, known for his eloquent defense of national sovereignty and moral leadership, has attracted significant grassroots support across Armenia and the diaspora. Many Armenians view him not only as a spiritual leader but also as a symbol of resistance to what they perceive as the government’s capitulation in matters of national security and identity.

In direct response to the unfolding events, the Supreme Spiritual Council of the Armenian Apostolic Church convened under the presidency of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, and issued a bold and urgent statement. The Council expressed “deep concern” over the state’s heavy-handed actions and strongly condemned what it called the politically motivated targeting of clergy. Emphasizing that Archbishop Galstanyan remains a canonically recognized and respected member of the Church, the Council underscored that the use of criminal investigations to suppress religious voices was a dangerous violation of democratic norms and ecclesiastical independence.

“The arrest and interrogation of Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan and those around him are being carried out in a manner that is not only unlawful but also deliberately provocative,” the statement read. “Such actions undermine public trust in state institutions and threaten the spiritual cohesion of the Armenian people.”

The Supreme Spiritual Council further warned of the growing rift between the faithful and the government, cautioning that the use of intimidation and propaganda against the Church could have long-term consequences for the spiritual and moral fabric of the nation. The Council called for respect, dialogue, and adherence to the constitutional principles that guarantee the Church’s integral role in Armenian society.

This crisis is being watched closely across the Orthodox world, where many see Armenia not only as the world’s first Christian nation but also as a bastion of traditional Christian witness in a volatile region. The situation has also raised concerns among ecumenical and human rights observers, who fear that the unfolding events may set a dangerous precedent for the treatment of religious institutions under populist or authoritarian governments.

At a time when Armenia faces growing external threats and internal division, the deepening conflict between Church and State underscores the urgent need for national unity, transparency, and a renewed respect for Armenia’s religious heritage and constitutional order.

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OCP

26/06/2025

The Standing Committee of the Conference of Oriental Orthodox Churches in America (SCOOCh) issued an official statement expressing its deep shock and strong condemnation of the bloody terrorist attack that targeted worshippers at St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church on the outskirts of the Syrian capital, Damascus, during the Divine Liturgy on Sunday morning, June 22.

23/06/2025

Message of Condolence from His Eminence Abune Henok Archbishop of South and West Africa Diocese.

"በዓለም ሳላችሁ መከራ አለባችሁ፤ ነገር ግን አይዞአችሁ፤ እኔ ዓለምን አሸንፌዋለሁ።” ዮሐ ፲፮፥፴፫

በትናንትናው ዕለት በዝቋላ ደብረ ከዋክብት አቡነ ገብረ መንፈስቅዱስ ገዳም በገዳማውያን አባቶች ላይ በታጣቂ ኃይሎች የደረሰው ግፍ የተሞላበት ግድያ ዓለም በክርስትና እና በክርስቲያኖች ላይ ያላትን የተሳሳተ አመለካከት የሚያሳይ ነው።

በበዓታቸው ተወስነው ራሳቸውን ከዓለም ለይተው በጸሎት እና በጾም የሚደክሙ ገዳማውያንን መግደል የሚስገኘው ትርፍ የሌለ ከመሆኑም በላይ የፍትሕን መዛባት የሚያሳይ፤ አሳዛኝና ልብ የሚሰብር ነው።

የሰማዕታቱ በረከት አይለየን !

23/06/2025

His Eminence Abune Henok Mourns the Loss at St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church in Damascus

23 June 2025 (TMC/Addis Ababa)

His Eminence Abune Henok, Archbishop of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church in Southern and Western Africa, has expressed profound sorrow following the tragic loss of life at St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church in Damascus, Syria.

In a heartfelt statement delivered earlier today, His Eminence conveyed deep condolences to the victims and the wider Orthodox Christian community affected by the incident.

“We mourn the tragic loss of life at St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church in Damascus. May the souls of the martyrs rest in peace. We stand in prayerful solidarity with our brothers and sisters.”

The attack, which has shocked Christian communities worldwide, has drawn international condemnation and calls for peace and protection of sacred spaces. Archbishop Abune Henok’s message reflects the unity and shared grief of the Orthodox faithful in the face of violence and persecution.

22/06/2025

His Holiness Patriarch Mor Ignatius Aphrem II Express their Condolences to His Beatitude Patriarch John X for the Martyrs Who Fell in the St. Elias Church Bombing in Dweileh

22 June 2025 (TMC/Addis Ababa)

During a phone call with His Beatitude Patriarch John X, His Holiness Patriarch Mor Ignatius Aphrem II offered his condolences to His Beatitude for the martyrs who fell in the bombing that occurred at St. Elias Church in Dweileh, Damascus, which resulted in the martyrdom of a number of worshippers present and the injury of many others.

His Holiness condemned the bombing, hoped for an investigation into the matter, and called for the provision of security and safety for citizens.

His Holiness also prayed for the recovery of all those injured and wounded, asking God to have mercy on the souls of the martyrs and comfort the hearts of their families.

22/06/2025

Attack on St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church in Eastern Damascus, Syria

June 22, 2025 (Addis Ababa / TMC)

A deadly attack occurred during a church service at St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church, located in the eastern Damascus suburb of Douailieh. The assault, reportedly carried out by unknown assailants, left over 15 people dead and nearly 20 injured, according to reports by the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) and several international news outlets.

The Russian news agency Novosti stated in its initial reports that a su***de bomber entered the church during prayers and detonated explosives among the congregants, causing massive destruction and numerous casualties. The explosion led to the collapse of parts of the church, resulting in further loss of life and injuries.

Al-Ikhbariya TV reported that Syrian internal security forces have launched a criminal investigation to determine the cause and perpetrators of the attack. Emergency medical teams and civil defense units swiftly transported the injured to nearby hospitals and provided critical medical attention.

St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church is one of the most well-known Christian churches in Damascus and its surrounding areas. It is historically significant and revered for its association with the prophet Elijah (Elias), giving it deep religious and cultural importance.
Ecumenical News

20/06/2025

His Holiness the Patriarch Meets with the Italian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Agostino Palese, at His Office

June 20, 2025 (Sene 13, 2017 E.C.) – Addis Ababa

His Holiness Abune Mathias I, Patriarch of Ethiopia Archbishop of Axum and Echege of the See of St. Teklehaimanot, received the Italian Ambassador to Ethiopia, His Excellency Agostino Palese, at his office and held discussions with him.

The ambassador expressed his appreciation for His Holiness’s participation in the celebration organized by the Italian Embassy in Addis Ababa on June 2 (Ginbot 25), marking Italy’s National Day, and noted that the presence of His Holiness as a representative of the Church brought them great joy.

The ambassador also commended the Ethiopian Orthodox Church for the humanitarian efforts being carried out to support citizens affected by various challenges in different parts of the country.

He further emphasized the importance of strengthening such support, particularly in response to the ongoing man-made and natural crises facing the nation, and encouraged continued and enhanced cooperation moving forward.