Persecution of the Church Completely Contradicts the Constitution of Armenia


The high-ranking clergy of the Armenian Church have been targeted in an attempt to deprive the church of its independence and intensify systemic oppression. What is particularly troubling is that the persecution of the church completely contradicts the Constitution of Armenia.

Archimandrite Ruben Zargaryan offered his first Liturgy in the Norabats church


Archimandrite Ruben Zargaryan offered his first Liturgy in the Norabats church of the Masyatsotn Diocese , which was attended by the clergy of the Masyatsotn Diocese. Earlier, the clergy expressed their unconditional loyalty to the order of the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church and the mission of the... more

Home-Blessing service in the Old Residency of the Patriarch of All Armenians


Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Holy Nativity Candlelight, 05.01.2026

The first court hearing of this year for supporters of the “Holy Struggle” has taken place


This trial, with its legal, social and moral significance, remains in the spotlight of public attention. Numerous supporters of the initiative, clergymen, and independent citizens are expressing their support for the movement’s supporters in the court yard and in the courtroom, hoping for a fair... more

Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II received congratulations from the staff of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin


Karekin II Catholicos of All Armenians received the heads of various departments of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. The Director of the Administrative and Economic Department of the Mother See, Bishop Mushegh Babayan, on behalf of those present, congratulated His Holiness on the occasion of... more

The last Divine Liturgy of the year was celebrated at the Mother See


The last liturgy of 2025 was celebrated in the Mother See on Sunday under the presiding authority of the Catholicos of All Armenians. Accompanied by a church procession, the Patriarch, conveying a blessing to the faithful, entered the Mother Cathedral. During the singing of “Lord, have mercy”... more

On the birthday of Archbishop Michael, believers prayed in the courtyard of Izmirlyan Medical Center


On the occasion of the 62nd anniversary of the birth of Archbishop Michael Ajapahyan, believers gathered in the courtyard of Izmirlyan Medical Center, sang spiritual songs and prayed. The bishop greeted the gathering from the window and sent a letter of gratitude. He is being cared for in the... more

In spring, the circus school of the Nork Youth Center is preparing to perform on the stage of the Tashir Arena.


The Gagik Ginosyan Circus School has been active this year, the opening ceremony of the Tashir Arena, where they performed a separate performance, is memorable for the students. The Nork Youth Center Circus School has been adopted as a circus base. In addition, the students of the Youth Center's... more

The Hrach and Susan Armenian Youth Center of Echmiadzin concluded 2025 with a festive concert


The festive concert featured performances by the dhol players, kanon players, violinists, and dance classes. There are 7 Armenian orphanages and one miniature art center in Armenia. 2,631 children study in these institutions. They gain skills in the fields of art, sports, and learn languages.

Catholicos of All Armenians paid a pontifical visit to Switzerland and France


His Holiness was officially received at the Marseille City Hall by Mayor Benoit Payan. At the residence of the Provincial Council of the Bouches-du-Rhône Department, His Holiness had a private meeting with the President of the Provincial Council and the Metropolitan of Aix-Marseille-Provence,... more

The Mother See urges the bishops who violate the canons to stop their perverse course


The Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin strongly condemns the organization of the “Liturgy” ceremonies in the churches of different dioceses by the authorities led by the Prime Minister, with forceful interventions by law enforcement bodies, gross violations of church order and rules, as well as the... more

His Holiness the Patriarch received the newly ordained priests who completed the forty-day preparation period


The newly ordained clergy, who received priestly ordination and consecration in the Mother Cathedral and underwent a forty-day period of abstinence, celebrated their first Liturgy in various Armenian churches on Sunday. At the end of the day, they were received by His Holiness Karekin II,... more