Metropolitan Peter Highlights “Historically Proven” Russian-Armenian Friendship Ahead of Orenburg Armenian Church Consecration

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OCP News Service – 15/06/2025

Orenburg – Russia : The strong historical bonds between the Russian and Armenian peoples were emphasized by Metropolitan Peter of Orenburg and Saraktash during his reception of Archbishop Ezras Nersisyan of Russia and New Nakhichevan on June 14, 2025. Archbishop Ezras Nersisyan arrived in Orenburg for a pastoral visit that culminates in the consecration of the city’s newly built Armenian church.

In his welcoming speech, Metropolitan Peter underscored the deep-rooted friendship evident throughout history between the two nations. He stated that the construction and upcoming consecration of the new Armenian church in Orenburg serves as a testament to, and continuation of, these enduring good traditions.

The consecration of the Armenian church in Orenburg is scheduled to be performed by Archbishop Ezras Nersisyan of Russia and New Nakhichevan later today, June 15, 2025. This event marks a significant spiritual milestone for the local Armenian community and symbolizes the flourishing inter-Christian relations in the region.

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OCP News Service