Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church- Des Moines Iowa

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Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church- Des Moines Iowa Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church SONS OF PHAROHS
The Copts as the successors of the ancient Egyptians are defined as the modern sons of the Pharaohs.

Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church is the only Coptic Orthodox Church in Iowa.The term “Copts” is equivalent to the word “Egyptians.” It is derived from the Greek “Aigyyptos,” which in turns is derived from the ancient Egyptian “Ha-ka-Ptah,” i.e. “the house of the spirit Ptah,” a most highly revered deity in Egyptian mythology. From the Arab conquest and until today, This term refers to the Christian Egyptians to distinguish them from the native Muslims. They played an essential role in the whole Christian world, especially during the first five centuries. Their religious background helped them to accept Christianity with eagerness and to enjoy its depth through their ascetic life, meditation and studying of the Holy Scripture.

10/18/2026
Sunday Divine Liturgy (6/29/2025)-His Grace Bishop Timothy
06/29/2025

Sunday Divine Liturgy (6/29/2025)-His Grace Bishop Timothy

05/13/2025

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954 Cummins Pkwy
Des Moines, IA
50312

Opening Hours

Tuesday 7pm - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 2pm
Friday 7pm - 9pm
Saturday 7pm - 9pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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+15105846351

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