St. Mary Eritrean Tewahdo Orthodox Church Portland

Portland, Oregon

Located in Portland, Oregon, this Eritrean Tewahdo Orthodox congregation serves the local Ethiopian and Eritrean community. The Eritrean Tewahdo Orthodox Church is part of the Oriental Orthodox tradition, one of the oldest Christian denominations with roots in northeastern Africa. Members of Oriental Orthodox churches emphasize apostolic succession, liturgical worship, and theological traditions that developed in the early Christian era. Visitors can expect a worship service featuring ancient liturgical practices, including traditional hymns, prayers, and ceremonies conducted in Ge'ez, the classical liturgical language. The church maintains strong connections to Eritrean cultural and spiritual heritage. Icons, incense, and processional elements are characteristic of Orthodox worship. The congregation welcomes visitors interested in learning about Eritrean Christian traditions and participating in communal worship and fellowship activities.

Denomination

Eritrean Orthodox

Phone

503-933-7565

Last updated May 2026

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