Catholicos Pledges Continued Aid as Armenian Church Grapples with Artsakh Crisis

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OCP News Service – 11/04/2024

Yerevan-Armenia: His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, met with members of the Artsakh Diocese Council, led by Primate Bishop Vrtanes Abrahamyan, at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin on April 05,2024.

The discussions centered on the well-being of the people of Artsakh, a region recently embroiled in conflict with Azerbaijan. The Church leaders addressed social, moral, and psychological issues faced by the population. They also reviewed support programs currently offered by the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Catholicos Karekin II urged the Artsakh Diocese leadership to work collaboratively with the Mother See and Armenian diaspora dioceses. He emphasized the importance of raising awareness within international and inter-church organizations regarding the rights of the people of Artsakh and the preservation of their cultural and spiritual heritage.

The Catholicos highlighted the need to maintain the Armenian Church’s diocesan structures within Artsakh. He further stressed the importance of ongoing projects aimed at bolstering the spirits of the Armenian people in Artsakh and helping them overcome current challenges.

This meeting underscores the Armenian Apostolic Church’s commitment to the people of Artsakh. The Church leaders are actively involved in advocating for the region’s population and providing ongoing support through various social programs. Their focus on preserving the cultural and spiritual heritage of Artsakh serves as a beacon of hope during this difficult time.

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