Greetings
Welcome to Saint Marys Coptic Orthodox Church.
Our church was consecrated on October 6, 1994 by H.H. Pope Shenouda III, Pope of
Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark. Fr. Guirguis A. Gobrial
joined us in August 1995.
Although we are a comparatively smaller congregation, we are an active community of believers.
Accordingly, this website aims to promote the Orthodox faith and increase awareness of the Coptic
Orthodox Church of Alexandria among both its members and a larger global audience.
Schedule Changes
Emergency and last minute changes to the services schedule will be posted here.2008 Resurrection Message English arabic
Pope Shenouda News
"Pope Shenouda Returns to Egypt (Arabic)"
OnLine Donation
"for God loveth a cheerful giver"
Upcoming Events
Date | Event |
November 21st, 2008 | More High School Retreats |
| High School Retreats: Contact Julie Meawad or Hany Mosaad for details. | |
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November 21st, 2008 | Elementary School Retreat |
| Elementary School Retreat: Contact Salwa Salib for details. | |
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November 25th, 2008 | First Day of Nativity Fast |
| The purpose of fasting: Fasting with humility and repentance is believed to enable one to draw closer to God by denying the body worldly pleasure. Although the fast influences the body, the emphasis is placed on the spiritual facet of the fast rather than physical deprivation. Orthodox theology sees a synthesis between the body and the soul, so what happens to one affects the other. The church teaches that it is not enough to fast from food; one must also fast from anger, greed and covetousness. In addition to fasting, almsgiving is also emphasized. | |
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November 27th, 2008 | Thanksgiving Liturgy |
| The Church will celebrate Thanksgiving with a Liturgy, 9:00 - 11:00 AM | |
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November 27th, 2008 | Couples Meeting |
| The Couples meeting will start on Thursday following the Thanksgiving Divine Liturgy, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM | |
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December 20th, 2008 | SKI Trip |
| Annual Sky trip: Clik here for trip information Trip Information See this for suggested clothings Clothing Advice Contact Nasr Fahmy if you have any questions. | |
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Social News
November 16th, 2008
Congratulations View some wedding pictures
April 20th
Sandra Shaker, Happy Sweet 16 Birthday.
May 21st
Happy Birthday Amira Wahba and Raffat Fahmy, happy many returns.April 2008
Congratulations to Alice and Rifaat Zakhari on their 50th Wedding Anniversary.Photo
Recent Events
Tuesday May 13th, 2008
Bishop Besinty of Helwan lead a spiritual meeting at the Church. And the Liturgy on Wednesday May 14th, 2008.
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May 11th, 2008
The church celebrated Mothers days 2008. See Photos, send photos.Review Photos
October 14th, 2007
The church celebrated the 13th Consecration anniversary on Sunday October 14th 2007; at the Collage Park Sheraton hotel.[Share your pictures with all of us. Send your favorite celebration pictures.]
Tuesday September 11th, 2007
Anba Basilious lead the prayers on the eve of the new year (Nayrouz).
Relics from several Saints were introduced in the church.
Friday - Sunday June 29th - July 1st, 2007
Junior High Sunday School retreat (Send your favorite retreat pictures, share with all of us).
Sunday June 17th, 2007
2007 Graduation Ceremonies (Do you have any pictures?let us share them with every one.)
Friday - Sunday April 27th-29th, 2007
Dr. Yousry Armanios visited St. Marys on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (April, 27-29, 2007) (Detailed Schedule)
Sunday February 11th, 2007
February fund raising and Valentine day dinner is scheduled for February 11th 2007. Come join our fund raising dinner for the new Church. For tickets contact Dr. Gamal Henien (410)931-3664 or Dr. Naguib Rizkalla (301)792-7093
January 20th, 2007
Congratulations to Jessica and Joseph, they were married on Saturday January 20th, 2007 at the church.Click to review some wedding pictures
October 15th, 2006
The 12th Consecration CelebrationMexico HS Mission, July 2006
Share their experience. Read the trip BLOG and review the PICTURES
Sunday April 30, 2006
February fund raising dinner is scheduled for April 30th 2006. Come join our fund raising dinner for the new Church. For tickets contact Dr. Gamal Henien or Dr. Naguib Rizkalla
Saturday March 11, 2006
February Servants' Spiritual Day was rescheduled for March 11, click here for Details and Quiet Time
Sunday February 5, 2006
H.G. Bishop Kyrillos AvaMina Abbot of St. Mina Monastery in Mariut visited our Church and performed Holy Liturgy. H.G. Bishop Kyrillos AvaMina was accompanied by Fr. Ellia AvaMina. Visit St. Mina's Monastery website for more information. Click here for pictures of H.G. visit
Sunday October 16, 2005
The Church celebrated the 11th anniversary of the Church consecration on Sunday October 16, 2005. See pictures
To donate using credit card
or
contact Dr.
Naguib Rizkalla (ph)301-838-9462 or by e-mail.
Saturday September 10, 2005
The Church recognized all the members completing Middle and High Schools, and College degrees. Congratulations to the Class of 2005.
Sunday September 4, 2005
H.G. Bishop Bassilios of St. Samuel Monastery visited our Church today. H.G. Bishop Bassilios will perform Liturgy on Wednesday September 7 at 6:30 AM. See pictures
H.G. Bishop Bassilios ordained Dr. Robert Fahmy to the rank of
Reader, congratulations Robert.
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