Bylaws

MISSION

To organize and promote Orthodox tewahedo church teachings and routine services in Afaan Oromo, be faithful in fulfilling the commandment of Christ to “Go into all the world and make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20)” and Therefore, the ultimate mission of the organization is to provide the orthodox Tewahedo church worship and fundamental services so that the Oromo Community in the diaspora may be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth.

PURPOSE

Due to the lack of an Orthodox Tewahedo church that conducts its regular spiritual services in "Afan Oromo," members of the Orthodox Tewahedo faith within the Oromo community in the diaspora have been unable to fully attend or participate in religious services for many years. As a result, this church was established to promote the formation of an Orthodox church that uses Afaan Oromo as its liturgical language and embraces the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Our church is a non-profit organization and shall be operated exclusively for religious, charitable, and educational purposes as detailed in Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these articles, the Organization will not perform any other activities not permitted for an organization exempt from Federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. More particularly, but without limitation, the purposes of the organization are:

1. To help preserve our community's connection with God and ensure the observance of Orthodox church ordinances in Afan Oromo, Ge'ez, and English.

2. To expand evangelism with various means (ministry) publication, audio and video recordings, web-based services, radio and TV Transmissions) and encourage our youth

3. To coordinate financial support and fundraising activities for protection and rehabilitation of churches in Oromia and abroad;

4. Mobilize the community in the provision of charitable services to the needy;

5. Encourage our youth members in their spiritual education, schools, colleges and Universities through mentorship and guidance.

6. To encourage members of the church to render social and humanitarian activities when and wherever necessary.

7. Collaborate with sister churches in strengthening unity, wellness, empowerment, volunteerism, culture, faith etc…