Ethiopian Catholic Archeparchy of Addis Abeba

The Ethiopian Catholic Archeparchy of Addis Abeba extends across 31,224 square kilometers, encompassing regions of Oromiya and Amhara with multiple parishes throughout its territory.

Established in 1839 as a Latin Catholic Apostolic Prefecture, the institution evolved through various transformations before becoming an archeparchy in 1961.

The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary functions as the central point for Ethiopian Catholic worship, combining local traditions with Catholic practices.

The Catholic Archbishop's House maintains administrative offices at P.O. Box 21903 in Addis Ababa, coordinating religious services and community programs across the jurisdiction.

The institution represents only 0.1% of Ethiopia's population with 10,302 Catholics, operating under Cardinal Berhaneyesus Demerew Souraphiel's leadership since 1999.

Inception: 1839

Part of: Ethiopian Catholic Ecclesiastical province of Addis Abeba

Website: http://catholicaddis.org/home.html

GPS coordinates: 9.05000,39.23330

Latest update: June 17, 2025 18:51