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spread of Orthodox Christianity in the New World has occurred mainly as
a result of immigration from Eastern Europe. There are two regions, however,
where this is not the case: Alaska and the Caribbean. The story of the
conversion of the Aleut, Tlingit, and Yupik nations in Alaska has often
been told; by contrast, that of the yet more improbable emergence of Ethiopian
churches in Jamaica is little known. My hope is that this little tract
will inspire someone with greater knowledge to study the subject properly;
if it also leads to a deeper respect and understanding between mainstream
Christians and the often-maligned brethren in Jamaica, may the Lord be
praised. N.Redington, 1995
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