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Debre Selam

Medhane Alem

Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”— Matthew 11:28

Welcome to Our Parish

“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them”

Matthew 18:20

“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!”

Psalm 133:1

We are a community of families, young people, and seekers rooted in the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo faith. Since 1990, our parish has gathered in the Washington, D.C. area to worship, serve, and grow together. Whether you grew up in the tradition or are discovering it for the first time, you belong here.

Upcoming Event
Medhane Alem Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church Festival flyer — DC, Maryland and Virginia, free admission. Saturday September 5, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday September 6, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 4331 Bladensburg Rd, Colmar Manor, MD 20722. Food and coffee, activities, spiritual hymns, and a 5K walk/run for all ages

Labor Day Weekend Festival

Faith · Heritage · Community

September 5–6, 2026Sat 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Sunday Service & Location

Liturgy

6:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Mahlet (Hymns) from 2:00 AM

English Liturgy

Every Other Sunday

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