Our Story
The history and mission of St. Kyrillos the Sixth
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Our Founding
St. Kyrillos the Sixth Coptic Orthodox Church was established in [YEAR] to serve the growing Coptic Orthodox community in the Antioch and greater Nashville area of Tennessee.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through the apostolic Coptic Orthodox tradition, to nurture the spiritual growth of our members, and to welcome all who seek to know the ancient Christian faith.
We are committed to:
- Celebrating the Holy Liturgy and sacraments
- Teaching the Orthodox faith to all ages
- Building a loving, supportive community
- Serving those in need in our local community
- Sharing the beauty of Orthodox Christianity with all who seek
Our Community Today
Today, St. Kyrillos the Sixth is a vibrant community of families, young adults, and individuals united in the Orthodox faith. We gather each Sunday for the Divine Liturgy, throughout the week for Bible studies and prayer services, and for fellowship events that bring our community together.
We are part of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States, under the spiritual leadership of His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark.
Our Patron Saint
Our church is named in honor of Pope Kyrillos VI (1902–1971), the 116th Pope of Alexandria. Known for his deep prayer life, humility, and the many miracles attributed to his intercession, St. Kyrillos VI remains one of the most beloved saints of the modern Coptic Church.