Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Melbourne

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Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Melbourne
Jurisdiction Alexandria
Diocese type Diocese
Founded unknown
Current bishop Suriel
See(s) Melbourne
Headquarters Melbourne
Territory Fiji, New Zealand, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
Liturgical language(s) Arabic, Coptic, English
Musical tradition Coptic Chant
Calendar Coptic
Population (est.) unknown
Official website

The Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Melbourne is a diocese of the Church of Alexandria. Bishop Suriel (El-Anba Bishoy) is the ruling bishop of the diocese, and was enthroned on December 4, 1999.

Organisation

The Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Melbourne consists of 24 parishes and 1 monastery.

Leadership

  • Suriel (El-Anba Bishoy), Bishop of Melbourne, 1999-present.

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