New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 199


With Yerazik Hayriyan, founder of the "Dizak Art" cultural and educational center, Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the issues of aesthetic education of forcibly displaced Artsakh children, the preservation of the Artsakh dialect, and intangible cultural heritage.

The Feast of the Resurrection was celebrated in the Mother Cathedral for the first time after the reconsecration


The liturgy was presided over by His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians. The candlelight service in the Mother Cathedral was performed by Archbishop Arshak Khachatryan, the Chancellor of the Mother See. The feast of the Holy Resurrection began with the candlelight service. With the blessings of the Catholicos of All Armenians, light was distributed to those present from a candle burning in the sanctuary in the Mother Cathedral.

A Washing of the Feet service was performed in all Armenian Apostolic churches


On Holy Thursday, a Washing of the Feet service is performed in all Armenian Apostolic churches, and in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, it is performed by the Patriarch of All Armenians. His Holiness first blesses the water and oil placed on the altar, then kneels and begins to wash the feet of the 12 people symbolizing Christ's disciples.

 

Catholicos of All Armenians blessed the children gathered at the Mother See on the occasion of Palm Sunday


The Feast of Palm Sunday began in the Mother See with the Andastan ceremony. The Catholicos of All Armenians, together with the clergy, prayed and blessed the four corners of the world, asking for peace and fertility. On the Feast of Palm Sunday, the curtain of the church altar was opened and Holy Communion was given. On Palm Sunday, the Blessing of Children was performed in all churches. In the Mother See, His Holiness the Patriarch blesses the gathered kids.

"Akunk"'s new project: the songs and dances of "David of Sasun"


The "Akunk" ethnographic ensemble, which has a half-century history, presents songs and dances from all parts of historical Armenia. A few of the founding members have remained in the group, and it is they who pass on the decades-old traditions of Akunk to the newcomers. Currently, together with the group's artistic director, musicologist Artur Shahnazaryan, they are developing songs and dances from the epic "David of Sasun", which will soon be presented to the public.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 198


Rehabilitation City of Heroes: With Suren Areents, founder of the Mental Health Center, Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the educational programs that are implemented at the center, in parallel with health services.

Jrapi


Of the 311 km border between Armenia and Turkey, 72 km falls on Shirak province. Jrapi is one of 15 settlements in the province that has border status. The village was built in 1974. As a result of the construction of the Akhuryan reservoir, the villages of Nerkin and Verin Jrapi were merged and moved upstream.

Bagaran


The Armenian-Turkish villages are so close to each other that the Bagaran residents are forced to hear the mullah's voice several times a day. Although the border village of Bagaran has many worries and problems, houses are being built and new Armenian families are being formed.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 197


Hovhannes Yesayan spoke with host and actress Ani Zakaryan about the importance of the purity of the Armenian spoken word, his efforts in this regard, the "Armenian Dictionary" and the "An Armenian Woman" educational platform.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 196


Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the film's messages and the competition winners' perceptions of heroes and heroism with Narek Avagyan, the author of the script for the film "Once Upon a Time in School" and a member of the jury of the All-Armenian "My Real Hero" essay competition for schoolchildren.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 195


Hovhannes Yeranyan spoke with Narine Chagharyan, the founding president of the "Four Peaks" mountain club, about the importance of hiking and mountaineering for schoolchildren, the acquisition of skills, the strengthening of character, and the significance of recognizing the native nature and historical monuments.

Tatul Altunyan State Song and Dance Ensemble


The Tatul Altunyan State Song and Dance Ensemble, founded in 1938, has a rich history. Over the decades, many renowned musicians and ballet masters have worked in the ensemble. Now, the ensemble, which has strong traditions, is creating its modern history.