Category: News

Update to COVID-19 Measures

Dear beloved congregation, In light of the unprecedented corona virus crisis we are facing, and the statement issued today by His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, and in complying with the government instructions to avoid gatherings in public places, and to be proactive in protecting and safeguarding the well being and lives of people within our …

Statement concerning COVID-19

Dear Beloved Congregation, As we all know that Coronavirus has been spreading in the UK and expected to spread more over the coming few weeks. For this reason and for the safety of our congregation, the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Midlands will take the following health and safety measures until further notice: 1. Starting …

Statement Concerning the Sri Lanka Bombings

The Coptic Media Center issued the following statement regarding the events in Sri Lanka: The Coptic Orthodox Church, led by His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, condemns the series of bombings that took place on the island of Sri Lanka on April 21st, 2019, which resulted in the death of tens and hundreds of woundedd worshipers …

Statement Concerning the Christchurch Shooting in New Zealand

The Coptic Media Center issued the following statement regarding the events in New Zealand: The Coptic Orthodox Church, led by His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, condemns the treachorous terrorist attack that took place on March 15th, 2019, at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, which resulted in the death of tens of people. We reject …

Ordination of Fr. David Zeitoune

With great joy, the Diocese announces the ordination of a new priest on Sunday 13th January 2019 to serve in the Diocese. Deacon David  was ordained as Fr. David at St. Mary & St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Centre in Birmingham through the laying of hands by His Grace Bishop Missael. The joint service was attended by the congregations of …