28-06-2025
In pictures: New Coptic Orthodox church opens in Fort Worth, Texas
On the evening of 21 June, Anba Youssef, Metropolitan of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Texas, Florida, and Southern United States presided over the opening and consecration of the Church of Mar-Mina in Fort Worth, Texas.
The joyful event was attended by Bishops-General Basil and Gregory, also by the priests of the church and a large congregation. The celebration began with Bishop Youssef cutting the ribbon to officially open the new church, amid scenes of great spiritual joy and thanksgiving.
Following the inauguration, the Metropolitan led the consecration ritual which was followed by a night of prayer, readings, and hymns that extended through the night, and concluded with celebration of the Divine Liturgy on the morning of Sunday 22 June which coincided with the feast of Mar-Mina.
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