08/12/2025
His Grace Bishop Shinoda Meets with Hon. Rowan Holzberger MP
On Monday, 4th August, His Grace Bishop Shinoda—the Archdiocesan Bishop of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church for the UK, Middle East, Pacific Asia, Australia, and New Zealand—met with Hon. Rowan Holzberger MP, Federal Member of Parliament for Forde.
His Grace warmly congratulated Hon. Rowan Holzberger on his recent election to the Federal Government and extended his heartfelt best wishes, assuring him of his continued prayers for his service to the people of Australia.
During their meeting, His Grace and Hon. Rowan engaged in meaningful discussions centered on the challenges facing the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church community, both nationally and internationally. The conversation highlighted the importance of community support, cultural preservation, and strengthening engagement between faith communities and government representatives.
His Grace was accompanied by Rev. Fr. Gebrebrhan Woldeghbreal, Head of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church in Australia and New Zealand, and Koms Aba Sahlemariam, representing the Tigray Medhanalem Orthodox Tewahdo Church in Queensland.
His Grace expressed his sincere appreciation to Hon. Rowan Holzberger for his ongoing support of the Church and its broader community, recognizing his commitment to inclusivity and multicultural harmony.
