Beginning the Nativity Fast: More than a Diet

For those of us following the Old (Julian) calendar, as we do in the Coptic Orthodox Church, we have just begun the Nativity Fast, which culminates in the Feast of our Lord’s Nativity in the flesh on January 7th. Throughout this Fast, we commemorate the events that preceded the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ …

Archdeacon Dr Mokhlis Mina

On Saturday 18th November 2023, Archdeacon Dr Mokhlis Mina departed into the Glory of Our Lord, peacefully in his sleep and surrounded by his family. He was born to Mina and Angel on 24th May 1942, and studied Medicine at Cairo University. He married his wife, Mary, in his hometown of Tanta on 23rd July …

Notice Regarding an Unofficial Facebook Page

The Diocese would like to raise awareness of a Facebook group that associates itself with H.G. Bishop Missael and the Diocese. Please note that this page is neither the official Facebook page for His Grace nor the Diocese. Any news posted on this page is not verified or accredited by the Diocese and the Diocese …