Mother Cathedral


Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians Holy Etchmiadzin, through its spiritual and national service, has become the pillar and impregnable citadel of Armenian identity and existence, a symbol of the unity of our nation and, like the holy mountain of Ararat, of our permanence. Holy... more

Izmirlian Medical Center


Under the direction and blessing of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, the Izmirlian Medical Center provides free medical care to Syrian Armenians, displaced persons from Artsakh, those injured in the 44-day war, beneficiaries of the "Soldier's House", and families of fallen... more

Disabled soldiers


Dozens of soldiers injured as a result of the Artsakh war are being treated and prosthetically fitted in the best medical facilities abroad, with the direct assistance of His Holiness Karekin II, the Patriarch of All Armenians.

Youth Centers


The 8 Youth Centers operating in Armenia were established 31 years ago with the vision of the Patriarch of All Armenians. The Youth Centers have contributed to the spiritual and professional education of thousands of Armenian children.

Museums of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin


Over the past twenty years, the number of museums and museum exhibits in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin has increased significantly. Through the efforts of His Holiness Karekin II, Patriarch of All Armenians, and donations from the faithful, the museums are being enriched with new materials.

Jerusalem Heritage Seminary announces admissions


Armenians over the age of 15 who have completed primary, secondary, or higher education can apply. The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem provides for the student's travel, food, clothing, medical, and educational expenses.  

The Armenian Apostolic Church will celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration, Vardavar, on July 27


The Transfiguration is preceded by a fast. It is important to spend the fast in prayer, reading more Scripture, meditating, and attending church. The Vardavar fast this year will begin on July 21.  

Participants of the AGBU Focus 2025 program planted trees in the yard of the Armenian Youth Center in Malatia


The tree planting was initiated by the AGBU. The trees were provided free of charge by the Armenian Tree Project charitable foundation. Experts had previously studied the area and recommended low-maintenance plants suitable for the local climate.  

Participants of the Armenian Studies and Religious Studies course received certificates


The young people have been hosted in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin in recent weeks, learning the Armenian language and Armenian history. They have received spiritual and religious knowledge. They have participated in cultural programs, art and craft classes at the Youth Center of Holy... more

AGBU Focus Program participants met with His Holiness Karekin II, the Patriarch of All Armenians


In about 28 countries, under the auspices of AGBU, Young Professionals Groups operate, implementing community projects, often for the motherland. Young Professionals Groups hold their joint gathering in a different country every two years. The Patriarch of All Armenians has noted that this is how... more

Catholicos of All Armenians Receives Pilgrims from the Eastern Diocese of the North America


Led by Pastor Hakob Gevorgyan of Philadelphia's Holy Trinity Church, the young men who came on a pilgrimage to their homeland toured Armenia. The pilgrims visited Holy Etchmiadzin with the mission of renewing their vow and strengthening their connection with the Homeland. In accordance with their... more

Church-building


During the 26 years of the reign of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, in the Armenian dioceses of Armenia and the Diaspora, about 300 churches have been built, renovated and consecrated. Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians To build a church means to demonstrate... more

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