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ABOUT US

OUR VISION

By revealing God's glory, love, kindness and saving work, to make the generation know the EOTC faith well and baptize the nations in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit so that they can find the Sonship of the Holy Trinity.

OUR MISSION

By building a strong community with EOTC faith, it is to spread the Holy Gospel, make disciples and be a light of hope and love for the community in our area.

OUR COMMUNITY

Our faithful community is characterized by its deep connection to its church, cultural traditions, languages, and customs. The Church is marked by colorful rituals, vibrant hymns, and fasting seasons.

The community observes these unique aspects with unwavering respect. 

Our 
Story

​​Debre Bisrat St. Gabriel Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahdo Church, in Las Vegas is an  incorporated non profit religious organization in the state of Nevada established on February 13, 2015. The church presumed its first sacramental service on February 26, 2015, at a small rental place. Dedicated faithful founding members of the church, clergies and faithful contributors play a vital role for the growth of the church.   By the grace of God, Debre Bisrat St. Gabriel Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahdo church was able to purchase a property located at 8245 Lindell Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89139 on 12/8/2017. On July 25, 2019, a foundation stone was laid by His Eminence Abune Yoseph archbishop of Sidama Diocese and founding father of the church, Abune Theophilus Dr. archbishop of Northern California Nevada and Arizona Diocese, and His Eminence Abune Barnabas archbishop of Southern California and Alaska Diocese to construct a new church. Within three years the cathedral building construction was completed by the grace of God and grand opening took place on July 26, 2023. The cathedral consecration was presided over by His eminence Abune Yoseph Archbishop of Sidama Diocese and founding father of the church; His Eminence Abune Barnabas Archbishop of Southern California and Alaska Diocese; His eminence Abune Samuel, Archbishop of Ohio and Surrounding Areas Diocese of; His eminence Abune Jacob, Archbishop of Georgia and Surrounding Areas Diocese of; His eminence Abune Nathaniel, Archbishop of Colorado and Surrounding Areas Diocese of; and His eminence Abune Theophilus Dr., Archbishop of Northern California, Nevada, and Arizona Diocese.

Get to Know Us

  • Church Established Feb 13, 2015

  • First Sacramental service Feb 26, 2015

  • Property purchased Dec 18, 2017

  • Foundation stone placed July 25, 2019

  • Construction commencement Dec 22, 2019

  • Cathedral grand opening July 26, 2023

FIND YOUR FAITH

We warmly invite you to explore and deepen your faith within the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. Whether you are seeking spiritual fulfillment, a sense of community, or a greater understanding of your beliefs in God, our doors are open to you.

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