St Mary Ethiopan Orthodox Church

Denver, Colorado

Located in Aurora, Colorado, this congregation belongs to the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, one of the ancient Oriental Orthodox churches with roots in northeastern Africa. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church maintains a rich liturgical heritage characterized by traditional worship practices, including the use of Ge'ez, an ancient liturgical language, alongside modern languages. Visitors to an Orthodox church can expect a service centered on liturgical worship, featuring elaborate ceremonial elements, icon veneration, and a strong emphasis on apostolic succession and early Christian tradition. The community typically welcomes those seeking to experience contemplative, reverent worship within a structured liturgical framework. Members value the continuity of faith practices passed down through centuries and emphasize the role of church fathers and ecumenical councils in shaping doctrine. The congregation serves Aurora's Ethiopian and broader Orthodox Christian community, providing spiritual guidance, sacramental ministry, and fellowship grounded in ancient Christian traditions.

Denomination

Orthodox

Phone

303-364-2595

Last updated May 2026

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1,000-5,000

estimated members

This is likely one of 3 Orthodox congregations in Arapahoe County, CO. Orthodox accounts for 2% of the county's 353 congregations.

This estimate comes from ARDA 2020 data for churches of this size and denomination in the county.

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