Assyrian Church of the East dedicates new Mart Shmoni and Her Seven Sons Church in Norrköping, Sweden

NORRKÖPING, Sweden — Last Friday marked the official opening of the Mart Shmoni and Her Seven Sons Church of the Assyrian Church of the East in Norrköping, Sweden. Archbishop Mar Odisho Oraham, Metropolitan of Sweden, Scandinavia, and Germany, led the ceremony, joined by clergy and representatives from various Christian Churches in the city.

The ceremony featured celebratory speeches by church council officials Yaqoub Shenko and Daniel Youkhana, as well as the parish priest, Fr. Ephrem Isaac. Fr. Ephrem highlighted his efforts to preserve the authentic Oriental Orthodox character of the new church.

Archbishop Mar Odisho Oraham concluded the speeches, drawing on the biblical verse, “Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain” (Psalm 127:1). He expressed joy at the completion of this spiritual edifice, dedicated to the glory of God and service to humanity.

Following the dedication ceremony, guests toured the church to explore its various sections. The following day, a special consecration and sanctification ceremony was held, presided over by the archbishop and attended by priests from the diocese.

The new Mart Shmoni Church stands as a testament to the faith and dedication of the Assyrian community in Norrköping, offering a sacred space for worship and fellowship.