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Debre Selam MedhaneAlem Ethiopian Orthodox Church
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Welcome to Our Church

Established in 1993, our church is the largest Ethiopian Orthodox parish in the Houston metropolitan area. We are dedicated to upholding the rich faith, teachings, and traditions of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo religion. Our church fathers and elected board members guide the church’s vision, working to ensure the well-being and growth of our community.

Liturgy and Holy Communion take place every Sunday morning, and we live-stream many of our services on Facebook and YouTube so you can connect with us from anywhere. We also have a special Youth Bible Study every Friday. Come and be a part of our vibrant community!

We invite you to join us! 

A Bright Future

A fundraising campaign is underway to finance the construction of a new, larger church building, a vital step to accommodate our church’s rapidly growing congregation. Achieving this goal hinges entirely on the success of our community’s fundraising efforts

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Our Services

We are honored to serve our community with the following services that help strengthen the faith of the congregation. 

Divine Liturgy

The Divine Liturgy, or Qiddase, is the most sacred service of our church and the very heart of our worship. This profound service is a re-enactment of the Last Supper and a commemoration of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. It is during the Divine Liturgy that we gather as a community to hear the Word of God, offer prayers, and participate in the Holy Communion. We believe that through the liturgy, we are transported to the heavenly sanctuary, where we worship alongside the angels and saints. It is a time to unite with Christ, receive spiritual nourishment, and draw closer to the divine.

Holy Communion is a powerful sacrament where the blessed bread and wine are mystically transformed into the actual body and blood of Jesus Christ. By partaking in this sacred meal, we are not just remembering Christ, but we are united with Him, receiving divine grace and the forgiveness of sins. This sacrament is the culmination of our spiritual journey, a direct and personal connection to our Savior. It is a profound mystery that offers us strength, spiritual healing, and the promise of eternal life.

Holy Matrimony is a beautiful sacrament through which a man and a woman are united as one, with their union consecrated by God. This service is a journey of two individuals who commit to building a holy family in the sight of the Lord. The church blesses this covenant, praying for the couple to live a life of faithfulness, mutual love, and spiritual growth. The union is a symbol of the spiritual bond between Christ and His Church, and it is through this sacrament that a new household becomes a vessel of grace in the world.

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Email us at debre.selam.medhanealemh@gmail.com

Call us at (713) 728-2333, 

11614 Canemont St, Houston, Texas, United States

Become a Member

Becoming a member of our church is an opportunity to grow in your spiritual life, serve others, and be a part of our family.

Your involvement helps us continue our mission and serve our community. Join us and find your place!

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