"Narek" Dance Ensemble Performs "Luys" Dance Performance


The "Narek" Dance Ensemble of the Nork Armenian Youth House performed "Luys" dance performance at the Hrachya Ghaplanyan Drama Theater on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the creative team's work. The ensemble was founded and operates under the auspices of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin and the AGBU. Over the years, it has participated in numerous republican and international festivals and competitions, occupying honorable platforms.

Gyumri's Holy Savior Church held a prayer service for the Primate of the Shirak Diocese, Archbishop Michael


An evening service and joint prayer were held at the Holy Savior Church in Gyumri on the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the leadership of the Primate of the Shirak Diocese, Archbishop Michael Ajapahyan. In 2001, His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, ordained Archbishop Michael and appointed him Primate of the Shirak Diocese. The service was held in the absence of His Holiness. On October 3, the court sentenced him to 2 years in prison.

The concept of one's own country in international law


Forcibly displaced Artsakh residents have the right to demand to return to their own country, and for this it is not at all necessary to accept Azerbaijani citizenship. Anna Sargsyan spoke with human rights expert Ara Ghazaryan about the legal definition of the concept of "one's own country", as well as the restoration of the violated rights of Artsakh residents, and the violations of the rights of prisoners of war and other detainees held in Baku.

The Event of the Cross: A Watershed


Why is Jesus considered a sign of opposition, according to the elder Simeon, if he came into the world to establish peace and reconciliation? Commented by Archimandrite Ruben Zargaryan.

The student of the Armenian Youth Center of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin Becomes Gold Medalist in Wrestling


Levon Bardeghyan won a gold medal in the under 15 tournament in Batumi, taking 1st place. He also took 3rd place in the under 15 tournament in Estonia, becoming a bronze medalist. The Youth Center of Etchmiadzin has a history of more than 20 years. More than 500 children study at the institution.

 

Holy and Immortal Liturgy was celebrated in the Mother Cathedral: prayers were offered for those deprived of their liberty


A Sunday morning service was held in the Mother Cathedral under the presiding authority of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, after which a Holy and Immortal Liturgy was served on the initiative of the clergy of the Shirak, Tavush and Aragatsotn dioceses. Those present prayed for the imprisoned Archbishops Michael and Bagrat, Bishop Mkrtich, Priest Karekin, national benefactor Samvel Karapetyan, and all Armenians in prison for the defense of the homeland and the church.

A festive liturgy was served at the Mother Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator


All Christian Churches consistently celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Holy Virgin Mary on November 21. A festive Liturgy was celebrated at the St. Gregory the Illuminator Mother Church in Yerevan by the advisory priest Father Matatia Gasparyan.

Selective Justice in Armenia: Lawyers' Alarm


What is the fine line between justice and the punitive machine? How to distinguish the fact of being “selective”, especially when encountering restrictions on free speech? Why is the misuse of the expression “hybrid war” dangerous? Anna Sargsyan spoke with Hasmik Harutyunyan, an expert and lawyer from the NGO “Protection of Rights Without Borders”.

A memorial service was held at the Mother See in memory of Sargis and Amalia Karapetyans


At the end of the Sunday liturgy, a prayer was offered for the imprisoned Bishops Michael, Bagrat, and Mkrtich, for the benefactor Samvel Karapetyan, and for our compatriots held in prisons in Armenia and Baku for the defense of the homeland and the church. Under the presiding authority of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, a requiem mass was held in memory of the late Sargis and Amalia Karapetyans. The parents of national benefactor Samvel Karapetyan were distinguished educators, having educated several generations in their birthplace, Lori.

Crisis: The Lord's Prescription


Jesus, predicting the destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem and the catastrophic events taking place in the last days, what message does he convey to his followers to withstand crises? Commented by Archimandrite Ruben Zargaryan.

Generational responsibility


"The fathers ate sour grapes and their sons' teeth were set on edge." How can the sins and irresponsibility of one generation affect the next generations? Archimandrite Ruben Zargaryan comments.

Prayers for those in prison were offered at the Sunday Liturgy at the Mother Cathedral


Sunday liturgy was celebrated in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin by Archimandrite Tovma Khachatryan. During the sermon, the holy father commented on the miracles and healings of Christ. At the end of the liturgy, the faithful prayed for the imprisoned Bishops Michael, Bagrat, and Mkrtich, for the benefactor Samvel Karapetyan, for the defense of the homeland and the church, for our compatriots held in prisons in Armenia and Baku.