On 26 November 1895 it was restored as Patriarchal See of Alexandria / Alexandrin(us) Coptorum (Latin), again on Egyptian territory, split off from the Apostolic Vicariate of Egypt.
In 1947 it was restored for good. It lost territories in Egypt repeatedly to establish suffragan sees of Alexandria as Metropolitan:
His proper (arch)eparchy is the Coptic Catholic Eparchy of Alexandria, which has no other Ordinary than the Patriarch. However, he may appoint an Auxiliary bishop for the eparchy, distinct from Auxiliaries for the Patriarchate, as was the case with:
Youhanna Kabès (7 June 1958 – died 28 June 1985), Titular Bishop of Cleopatris (7 June 1958 – 28 June 1985).
As of 2014, it served 35,865 Eastern Catholics in 31 parishes with 73 priests (41 diocesan, 32 religious), 209 lay religious (65 brothers, 144 sisters) and 5 seminarians.
It enjoyed a Papal visit from Pope Francis in April 2017.
Apostolic Vicars & Patriarchs
Coptic Catholic Patriarchs of Alexandria and precursor Apostolic Vicars
Patriarchate established in 1824 (by Pope Leo XII)
* Numbering starts anew after the 24th Patriarch Cyril I, as later patriarchs are not recognized.
No.
Apostolic Throne
Portrait
Patriarchs of Alexandria English • Coptic • Arabic
Notes
25
15 August 1824 – died 30 August 1831
Maximos Jouwed Maximos • Ⲙⲁⲝⲓⲙⲟⲥ • ماكسيموس
Titular Bishop of Uthina (9 March 1824 – 15 August 1824)
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1831–1899
Vacant
1. Apostolic Administrator Théodore Abou-Karim - (22 June 1832 – died 28 September 1855), Titular Bishop of Alia (22 June 1832 – 28 September 1855), no other prelature 2. Apostolic Administrator Athanase Khouzan - (2 October 1855 – died 17 February 1864), Titular Bishop of Maronia (2 October 1855 – 17 February 1864), no other prelature. 3. Apostolic Administrator Abraham Agabio Bsciai - (27 February 1866 – 1878), Titular Bishop of Cariopolis (27 February 1866 – 20 February 1887), no other prelature 4. Apostolic Administrator Cyrillus Macaire/Kyrillos Makarios - (18 March 1895 – 19 June 1899 see below), Titular Bishop of Cæsarea Paneas (15 March 1895 – 19 June 1899).
In 1898, he held the First Alexandria Council for the Catholic Copts heading as vicar. He served as Vicar until 19 June 1899 when he was appointed as Patriarch of Alexandria as the first patriarch of the reinstated Coptic Catholic Patriarchate and was officially ordained as Patriarch in July 1899. He was instrumental in organizing the dioceses and the churches. His successes however prompted much opposition, upon which he tended his resignation from the seat and retreated to Beirut, Lebanon.
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1908–1947
Vacant
1. Apostolic Administrator (Joseph-)Maxime Sedfaoui - (1908 – 13 January 1925). 2. Apostolic Administrator Marc Khouzam/Markos Khouzam - (30 December 1927 – 10 August 1947 see below).
He was assigned as locum tenens for the Coptic Catholic Patriarchate in 1927 in succession to another locum tenens Maximos Sedfaoui, who had served before him from 1908 to 1927 in the period when the Patriarchal seat remained vacant (1908-1947) after the resignation of the Coptic Catholic Patriarch Kyrillos Makarios. Khouzam was enthroned on the Patriarchal seat on 10 August 1947 and served as Patriarch for a decade until his death on 2 February 1958. He met with Pope Pius XII.
Served from 1958 to 1986, making his one of the longest patriarchates in that church’s modern history. A member of the Congregation of the Mission (Lazarists), he guided the Coptic Catholic Church through a period of significant change, most notably the Second Vatican Council (1962–1965), in which he participated as a Council Father. In 1965, he was created a cardinal by Pope Paul VI, highlighting his prominent role within the wider Catholic Church. He was one of the cardinal electors who participated in the conclaves of August and October 1978, which selected Popes John Paul I and John Paul II respectively. At the conclusion of both conclaves, Patriarch Sidarouss was one of the few cardinals in the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica accompanying the new popes when they first made their appearances to the public on August and October respectively. His patriarchate focused on strengthening church institutions, clergy formation, and the integration of conciliar reforms, while maintaining the Coptic identity. He resigned in 1986 and died the following year.
served as Patriarch of Alexandria of the Coptic Catholic Church from 1986 to 2006. A member of the Congregation of the Mission (Lazarists), he continued consolidating the reforms of the Second Vatican Council while emphasizing pastoral care, education, and the strengthening of Coptic Catholic institutions in Egypt. His patriarchate was marked by greater engagement with the universal Catholic Church and ecumenical openness, while preserving the Coptic liturgical and spiritual heritage. In 2001, he was created a cardinal by Pope John Paul II, further highlighting his role on the international Catholic stage. He resigned in 2006 and died in 2009.
served as Patriarch of Alexandria of the Coptic Catholic Church from 2006 to 2013, he focused on pastoral care, ecumenical dialogue, and strengthening the Coptic Catholic Church’s presence both in Egypt and internationally. In 2006, he was elected patriarch and in 2010, he was created a cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI, reflecting his importance in the global Catholic Church. His patriarchate emphasized education, youth formation, and engagement with modern challenges facing the Church. He resigned in 2013 after attending the conclave of same year. He died in 2022.
Since his election as Patriarch of Alexandria of the Coptic Catholic Church in January 2013, Ibrahim Isaac Sidrak has led the Coptic Catholic community with a strong focus on pastoral outreach, ecclesial engagement, and strengthening church life in Egypt and beyond. He has been active in liturgical leadership and community events, presiding at divine liturgies and participating in significant church celebrations and conferences, while emphasizing family formation and pastoral formation within the church. He serves as President of the Assembly of Catholic Patriarchs and Bishops in Egypt, engaging in ecumenical cooperation and dialogue with other Christian leaders and institutions. Under his patriarchate, the Coptic Catholic Church has also taken part in international Catholic events and received papal support for its mission, reinforcing its identity within the wider Catholic communion. His leadership continues to address both spiritual life and social challenges, guiding the church through active pastoral ministry and community support.
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