Journey with me to Unna-Massen near Dortmund. We are about to discover a spiritual beacon: the Koptisch-Orthodoxe Gemeinde der heiligen Maria und des heiligen Philopater Mercurius. This church is more than just a building. It is a vibrant hub for the Coptic Orthodox community.
Finding the Koptisch-Orthodoxe Gemeinde der heiligen Maria und des heiligen Philopater Mercurius is straightforward. If you are driving from the A1 or A44, take the Unna-Zentrum exit at the Dortmund-Unna interchange. For those coming from the A44, head towards Bremen. At the traffic lights, turn right towards Massen-Dortmund. After about 900 meters, turn right again at the traffic lights towards Massen. Follow the road as it bends. This is Kleistrasse. Continue until you reach the Massener Hellweg traffic light junction. Turn left into Massener Hellweg. After 100 meters, turn right into Massener Bahnhofstrasse and follow the road. After 1.2 km and a left-hand bend, turn right at the roundabout into Dortmunder Strasse. Immediately turn left again into Buderusstrasse. The church and rectory are at the end of the road on the left.
Parking is available on Buderusstrasse and behind the parish hall. To reach the parking behind the parish hall, drive past the church. Turn left behind the parish hall into Sesekestrasse. Park on the left side of the street behind the bollards. If the bollards are down, simply press the call button.
The Koptisch-Orthodoxe Gemeinde der heiligen Maria und des heiligen Philopater Mercurius offers regular services. Every Saturday, the Liturgy takes place from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The Evening Incense Offering and Midnight Psalmody are held every Saturday at 5:00 PM. On Sundays, the Liturgy is from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM followed by Agape. Agape is a communal meal expressing fellowship.
The church provides many activities on Sundays. These include a church choir, Sunday school, youth events, ministry meetings and family gatherings. These take place from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Financially supporting the Koptisch-Orthodoxe Gemeinde der heiligen Maria und des heiligen Philopater Mercurius is simple. Donations can be made to their Volksbank Dortmund account. The IBAN is DE92 4416 0014 6483 2041 00 and the BIC is GENODEM1DOR.
The Koptisch-Orthodoxe Gemeinde der heiligen Maria und des heiligen Philopater Mercurius extends a warm invitation to all. Join in their worship and fellowship. Experience the rich traditions of the Coptic Orthodox Church. Take part in their community events. The church is a testament to faith, community, and the enduring spirit of the Coptic Orthodox tradition in the heart of Germany.