Melkite Greek Catholic Archeparchy of Akka, Eastern Catholic archeparchy in Haifa, Israel
The Melkite Greek Catholic Archeparchy is an Eastern Catholic jurisdiction headquartered in Haifa with its cathedral located in the city. It oversees dozens of parishes spread across Galilee and surrounding regions, serving multiple communities throughout the north.
The diocese was restored in 1753 by Patriarch Cyril VI Tanas as part of the ecclesiastical province of Tyre. This restoration marked the beginning of a new chapter for the community after years of decline.
The services here follow Byzantine traditions and take place in Arabic, representing the religious practices of Christian communities rooted in northern Israel. You can observe how this heritage shapes the way people gather and worship in this community.
This jurisdiction serves multiple cities including Jerusalem, Tel Aviv-Jaffa, Ramleh, Lod, Acre, and Nof HaGalil. The communities are spread across the region, so check ahead to find which church is closest to where you will be.
This archeparchy represents the largest Christian denomination in Israel with a substantial membership. Visitors are often surprised to learn of the variety of Christian traditions that coexist throughout the country, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities.
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