Dn. Mihret Melaku

Dn. Mihret Melaku is a Deacon of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church and a contemporary Orthodox Christian author and theological apologist. He is known for his articulate defense of historic Orthodox Christianity, particularly in dialogue and debate with Protestant theology. Through his writings, public speaking engagements, and media appearances, Dn. Mihret works to clarify, defend, and promote the ancient faith of the Orthodox Church to English-speaking audiences.

His work focuses on key theological themes such as salvation, sacraments, apostolic tradition, church authority, veneration of saints, and iconography—areas that are often discussed in Protestant-Orthodox theological debates. He has participated in public discussions, interviews, podcasts, and church events, helping audiences better understand the historical and theological foundations of Orthodoxy.

Dn. Mihret Melaku is the author of:

 Defending the Ancient Faith: An Orthodox Response to the Knechtle Debate (2025)

In this book, he presents a comprehensive Orthodox response to modern Protestant critiques, offering scriptural, historical, and patristic arguments rooted in the early Church tradition. The work emphasizes continuity between the apostolic Church and present-day Orthodoxy, providing readers with a structured and thoughtful defense of Orthodox doctrine.

The book has gained attention within Orthodox communities and has been featured in speaking engagements and book launch events, particularly among English-speaking faithful interested in theological apologetics.

Through his ministry and writing, Dn. Mihret Melaku seeks to strengthen Orthodox believers and provide clarity for those exploring the historic Christian faith.