Hundreds of Ethiopians gathered at the DSK Mariam Church in Washington D.C. to chant and pray in an ancient liturgical language of one of the oldest branches of Christianity. They say it’s crucial to preserve traditions of the faith for future generations. (AP Video: Jessie Wardarski)

Ethiopians in D.C. preserve ancient language and Orthodox traditions

Hundreds of Ethiopians gathered at the DSK Mariam Church in Washington D.C. to chant and pray in an ancient liturgical language of one of the oldest branches of Christianity. They say it’s crucial to preserve traditions of the faith for future generations. (AP Video: Jessie Wardarski)