Rev. Father Stepanos Margaryan


Why do we pray to the Lord for the fulfillment of our requests? Are the names of the clergy repeated?
Why did Christ have to go through death for our salvation? Is fasting during Lent obligatory? When we do not give alms to a beggar for drunkenness, are we thus thwarting evil?
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Gevorg and Levon (Artashat)


Gevorg and Levon are classmates, they attend St. Hovhannes Church in Artashat, they go to the altar, they participate in the Liturgy. They eagerly await Sunday, they walk with friends, they play the guitar, they spend the day together.

His Holiness was awarded the first class Order of "Metropolitan of Moscow, St. Alexy"


On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the enthronement of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin was presented the Order of the First Class of “Metropolitan of Moscow St. Alexy”, awarded by His Holiness Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia Kirill I. The Patriarch of the Russian Church expressed his appreciation for the significant contribution of the Armenian Patriarch to the development of relations between the two Churches.

Karen Gasparyan


For Karen Gasparyan, an anesthesiologist and resuscitator who has been through the Artsakh wars, the 2020 war began with Covid; he volunteered to save patients from the very first day. He recalls the days and experiences of the 44-day war with emotion.

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.

Rev. Fr. Ovse Hovhannisyan


Does the godfather fulfill his duties only by praying for his godchildren?

Is there a day of remembrance of the Vardanants saints in the liturgical calendar of the sister churches?
Why is the ceremony of the coming of the world not performed during Lent?
How are the opening and closing times of churches determined?
Can each of the 24 parts of Shnorhali's "I Confess in Faith" be considered a separate prayer?
Is it possible to kiss icons in churches?
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Verin Tsaghkavan: Shkhmurad Monastery


The visiting card and pride of the village of Verin Tsaghkavan in Tavush region is the 12th-13th century Shkhmurad Monastery. It is located 6-7 km southwest of the village. The once powerful monastery complex is now in ruins. If the Shkhmurad Monastery complex is restored and the road leading to the sanctuary is improved, a new stage in the life of the village will begin.

Rev. Fr. Markos Mangasaryan


What does “Christ became man, that man might become God” mean? 
Why can’t a woman receive communion during the days of impurity?
How many years did the old man Simeon live to see the “Anointed One of the Lord”?
Why do we abstain from animal products during Lent?
Why did John the Baptist baptize people with water?
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During the Great Lent, from Monday to Friday, the Sunrise Service is held in early morning


That hour has the sacrament of Christ's Resurrection, because after the Resurrection, Jesus appeared to his disciples at that very hour. It is also at sunrise that the women bearing ointment visited the Lord's tomb and saw that He had risen. The hymns sung during the liturgy are dedicated to light, sunrise, and Christ, who symbolizes the path of life.
 

"Give a Concert": Paravakar


The "Kayt" cultural center has launched the "Give a Concert" project, which plans to organize free concerts in remote and border areas of Armenia. The fund, created with public support, will provide a platform for musicians in rural communities. The first concert of the "Give a Concert" project has already taken place in the border village of Paravakar in Tavush province.

Rev. Fr. Aygik Hovhannisyan


Can a foreigner be the godfather of an Armenian child?

How long can people sing the gospels of Christmas and Easter?

What events take place under the title “Anointing in Bethany?”
Is it acceptable for the church to make gata with small coins and distribute it to people?
Doesn’t preaching via the Internet violate the direct connection between clergy and believers?
Why is Christ also called the “Word of God?”
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Lusagyugh


The village of Lusagyugh in the Aragatsotn region is rich in ancient sanctuaries and pilgrimage sites: Mkhe Monastery, Veri Vank or Saint Gregory Monastery, and the Church of the Holy Virgin Mary. The sanctuaries inherited from our ancestors still have thousands of pilgrims today.