Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church
ADVANCEING THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES AND REGULATIONS OF THE ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH FOLLOWERS IN THE UK AND THE REST OF THE WORLD, IN PARTICULAR BY PROVIDING AND MAINTAINING A PLACE OR PLACES OF PUBLIC WORSHIP FOR WORSHIP AND OFFICIATING OF SACRAMENTS AND FOR PERFORMANCE.
Activities & Mission
ADVANCEING THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES AND REGULATIONS OF THE ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH FOLLOWERS IN THE UK AND THE REST OF THE WORLD, IN PARTICULAR BY PROVIDING AND MAINTAINING A PLACE OR PLACES OF PUBLIC WORSHIP FOR WORSHIP AND OFFICIATING OF SACRAMENTS AND FOR PERFORMANCE.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £93,794 | £54,977 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £20,994 | £13,738 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church
What does Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church do?
ADVANCEING THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES AND REGULATIONS OF THE ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH FOLLOWERS IN THE UK AND THE REST OF THE WORLD, IN PARTICULAR BY PROVIDING AND MAINTAINING A PLACE OR PLACES OF PUBLIC WORSHIP FOR WORSHIP AND OFFICIATING OF SACRAMENTS AND FOR PERFORMANCE.
How much income did Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church report in 2025?
Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church reported total income of £94k and reported expenditure of £55k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church registered as a charity?
Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 June 2018 as charity number 1178901. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church?
Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Belete Afessa. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church operate?
Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church a registered charity?
Yes — Mekane Semaet St. Arsema Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178901.
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LONDON
N19 3NH
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