EDI

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Episcopal Diocese International (EDI) is a Christ-centered, episcopally governed Christian diocese committed to preserving the apostolic faith, historic episcopacy, and sacramental life of the Church. Rooted in Holy Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Nicene Creed, EDI exists to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all nations while nurturing faithful clergy and laity in spiritual maturity and holy living.

The Diocese functions within the catholic (universal) tradition of the Church, affirming continuity with the ancient Church while engaging responsibly with contemporary pastoral and missionary needs. Our ministry emphasizes orthodox faith, sound doctrine, liturgical worship, pastoral care, and missionary outreach.

Our Identity & Calling

Episcopal Diocese International upholds:

  • Apostolic Succession through the historic episcopate
  • Biblical Authority interpreted within the mind of the historic Church
  • Sacramental Life including the Holy Eucharist, Baptism, Chrismation, Confession, Marriage, Ordination, and Unction
  • Orthodox & Catholic Faith as expressed in the Nicene Creed
  • Pastoral and Missionary Commitment to serve the Church and society

We seek to form clergy and faithful who are spiritually grounded, theologically trained, and pastorally compassionate.

Mission

Our mission is:

  • To preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ faithfully
  • To plant, strengthen, and oversee churches and missions worldwide
  • To train and ordain clergy according to apostolic and canonical order
  • To serve the poor, the suffering, and the marginalized
  • To promote unity, holiness, and faithfulness within the Body of Christ

Global Presence

Episcopal Diocese International serves clergy, parishes, missions, and faithful across India and the international community, responding to diverse cultural and pastoral contexts while maintaining one faith, one order, and one sacramental life.

Episcopal Oversight

The Diocese is governed according to the episcopal model, with bishops entrusted with:

  • Teaching the faith
  • Guarding doctrine and discipline
  • Ordaining and overseeing clergy
  • Shepherding the people of God

The Diocese operates in communion with the American Orthodox Catholic Church, faithfully following its canon law, liturgical tradition, and ecclesial discipline.

Our Vision

We envision a Church that is:

  • Orthodox in faith
  • Catholic in love
  • Apostolic in mission
  • Episcopal in governance

Standing firm in truth and extending Christ’s mercy to the world, Episcopal Diocese International continues its sacred calling:

Our Synod Office & Patriarch office:

66 West Broad Street #1,Nanticoke, PA18634, USA

Chancellors office:

Po Box KF 700, Koforidua, Eastern Region, Ghana West Africa, EN-041-1888

Archbishops office in India: Episcopal diocese international

Diocese Suit No:i97, 39/2475-B Cochin,

0484 3140398, 918547745911