The history of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Los Angeles, Southern California, and Hawaii
- An Historical Perspective
Saint Mark the Evangelist was the first Bishop of Alexandria, all of Egypt, and several nearby territories. Collectively, these are called the “See of Saint Mark.” Bishops resided in large cities to be close to the seat of local rulers in order to faci …
- A New Diocese and Bishop
His Holiness Pope Shenouda III discussed the desire for a diocese for Southern California with the clergy during his visit to New Jersey in September 1995. He suggested the name of His Grace Bishop Serapion, who had accompanied His Holiness on his visi …
- The Enthronement Ceremony
Holy Virgin Mary and Saint Pishoy Coptic Orthodox Church in Los Angeles was adorned throughout with arches of palm tree branches for the enthronement of His Grace Bishop Serapion. Over 100 deacons from all of the parish churches and all the priests wer …
- Document for the Establishment of the Diocese of Los Angeles, Southern California and Hawaii
As the number of our Coptic Orthodox Churches in the USA has vastly increased, and they have become in great need of bishops to pastor them and oversee their ministry; and as the ministry in the region of Los Angeles has grown considerably, and the num …
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