For the first time, the Nork Youth Center participated in the "World of Childhood" exhibition


There are six classes of decorative applied arts at the Nork Youth Center: batik, tuscarame, tapestry, pottery, carpet weaving, and wood carving. About 150 children study at the Youth center. Such classes operate in all eight Youth Centers. These classes regularly participate in thematic exhibitions.

 

The first round of admissions for applicants to the Gevorgyan Theological Seminary has begun


Applicants will take exams in the Armenian language, Armenian literature, and history of the Armenian people. This year, the number of applicants to the seminary has increased. Since 2016, the seminary has been providing a full three-level education: 4 years of bachelor's degree, 2 years of master's degree, and 3 years of postgraduate study. In Armenia, the Gevorgyan Theological Seminary is the only higher educational institution providing higher theological education. The second round of admissions will begin in August.

The Armenian Apostolic Church celebrated Pentecost, the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles


The Pentecost Service was celebrated by Bishop Vahan Hovhannisyan. The prayers of Saint John Voskeberan dedicated to the Holy Spirit were read. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are given to the apostles with the mission of preaching the great deeds of God, the word of the Gospel, and uniting people speaking different languages ​​in Christ.

 

Specialists restore fresco attributed to Naghash Hovnatan at St. Zoravor Church


Prior to the restoration of the fresco, studies were conducted, based on which specialists compiled a scientific-design package for the works. It was approved by the Ministry and the Mother See. The restoration is being carried out by “Restart 1” LLC, under the auspices of the “Amaryan Charitable Foundation”. The restoration of the fresco will take about two months.

 

On Children's Day, around 240 children from the Gegharkunik Diocese participated in the "Dance Festival"


The festival was organized by the “Bridge” Cultural Center. The “Mobile Social Center” program, initiated by the Armenian Round Table Foundation of the Armenian Evangelical Church, taught children to dance, draw, and sing. In collaboration with community leaders and diocesan leaders, the program is being implemented in five border regions: Ararat, Lori, Shirak, Tavush, and Gegharkunik.

 

Archaeologists study the architecture of the St. Gregory Church in Aruch


For 3 years now, the archaeological heritage of Aruch has been studied by the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the National Academy of Sciences and archaeologists of the International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies. From the point of view of church architecture, the St. Gregory Church of Aruch, also called the Cathedral of Aruch or the Catholic Church of Aruch, has aroused great interest. Inscriptions indicate that it was built in 666 by Prince Grigor Mamikonian. The last works on strengthening and major renovation were carried out in the 1960s. The dome of the church has not been preserved; this is the largest church with a domed hall in Armenia.
 

The "Entsa" social-spiritual-psychological center of the Artsakh Diocese supports the people of Artsakh


Having reopened in Yerevan, the Artsakh Diocese's "Entsa" social-spiritual-psychological center continues to support the people of Artsakh. In cooperation with partner organizations, the center regularly implements new projects for various target groups. Currently, the center is screening feature films under the title "Canonized Doctors" for people from Artsakh representing the medical field.
 

The "Geghard" and "Shoghakat" children's choirs performed at the Komitas Museum-Institute


In addition to permanent and temporary exhibitions, the Komitas Museum-Institute also organized thematic and educational programs and meetings dedicated to Komitas for different age groups. The “Geghard” singing group and the “Shoghakat” children’s choir of the Nork Youth Center performed. On International Museum Day, “Geghard” traditionally performs at the Komitas House-Museum. The “Shoghakat” children’s choir performed multi-genre and multilingual works. This year, the museum celebrates the 10th anniversary of its founding and the 90th anniversary of Komitas’ death.

 

Students from the Nork Youth Center performed at an end-of-year concert


During the more than 40 years of operation of the Gevorg Ginosyan Circus School, hundreds of young people have been trained. More than a hundred children study at the Nork Youth Center Circus School, which operates under the auspices of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin and the AGBU. The school regularly participates in local and international competition festivals, returning with victories every time.

The Zoravor Gospel was moved to the St. Zoravor Church and a vow service was held


On the occasion of the feast day of the Zoravor Holy Mother of God Church, the Zoravor Gospel was moved from the Mashtots Matenadaran to the church. The relics of the apostle St. Ananias are enshrined in a small chapel adjacent to the church. The church is called St. Zoravor because the Gospel called Zoravor was kept here for a long time.
 

Restoration of the Saint Karapet Monastery Complex in Moshaghbyur has resumed


The monastery complex is a medieval historical and cultural monument and the entire restoration process, starting from the design, is being carried out in cooperation with the RA Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Architectural Council of the Mother See. The monastery has suffered from earthquakes and landslides. The restoration project also includes the issue of drainage. There are three structures inside the monastery complex: the Holy Mother of God Church, the Bell Tower and the Tomb, which are being fundamentally restored.

The main work inside the Cathedral's candlelight hall has been completed


In parallel with the restoration of the Mother Cathedral, a candlelight hall was built. Thanks to this, the frescoes of the Cathedral will no longer be damaged by smoke. Now the floor has been covered with granite slabs, retaining walls, stairs, and wide ramps have been built. Currently, issues of internal communications, heating, ventilation, and lighting, are being discussed.