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COVID-19: Resumption of Liturgical Services

By the grace of God, the church will be able to re-open its doors starting on Sunday 5th July 2020. There are strict measures in place that must be adhered to. Please note services cannot be attended by persons who have not registered for them. All meetings, Sunday Schools, Bible Studies and other activities will …

COVID-19: Suspension of Services

As per the statement issued by the diocese on the 21st March 2020, all liturgies are suspended until further notice and all meetings, Sunday Schools, activities and gatherings are no longer to be attended physically but will continue using platforms such as Zoom or Skype. More information on these will be made available by servants …

Ordination of Fr. David

Deacon David  was ordained as Fr. David on Sunday 13th January 2019 at St. Mary & St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Centre in Birmingham through the laying of hands by His Grace Bishop Missael. The joint service was attended by the congregations of St. Mary & Archangel Michael in Solihull and those of St. Mary & St. Abu-Sefein of the …

Christmas Celebration 29th December 2018

This year’s annual Christmas celebration was a beautiful dedication to our Lord Jesus Christ. The Primary School Children performed the play of the “Three Little Trees”. Years 7-9 presented an impressive shadow sketch. George Gabriel chanted for us the hymn “Eparthenos” This was followed by a raffle. There was also a presentation on some of …

Christmas Campaign in Touchwood

On Sunday 16th December, several families and youth gathered in Touchwood Shopping Centre, Solihull with the aim of greeting people with the message of the Nativity during the Christmas Season.

Wrapping Presents with BCM

A small group of families represented our church on 16th December 2018 for the annual Birmingham City Mission gift wrapping. We were honoured to be part of this fantastic work for another year.

Ordination of Fr. Andrew

Dr. George Malek was ordained as Fr. Andrew at St. Mary & St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Centre in Birmingham through the laying of hands by His Grace Bishop Missael. His Grace ordained Fr. Andrew to assist in serving the congregations in Birmingham. He will now begin his 40 days of fasting and preparation for the service in retreat. We …

Homeless Service During the Christmas Season

We hope to continue this service on a monthly basis. Please get in touch with Merna Muharib for more information.

Youth Weekend Retreat

On 12-14th October the youth travelled to Northampton for a Weekend Retreat. The weekend focused on the apologetics theme of “Is there only one way?” The talks were mostly youth-led and were very interactive, encouraging many questions and good discussions. The group also enjoyed the team-building exercise of raft building, expertly led by the centre …

Youth Trip to Italy

“for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now” Philippians 1:5 From 4th-8th July 2018, our youth were on a trip to Italy. They visited sites in Rome, the Vatican, Como and Milan. They had a great time of fellowship and fun! Until next time.