The Catholicos of All Armenians Received Pilgrims from the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America
On August 22, in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians; received pilgrims of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America. They were accompanied by Rev. Fr. Abraham Malkhasyan, Spiritual Pastor of the Church of the Holy Martyrs of New York
Conveying his blessings to the pilgrims, the Armenian Patriarch noted the importance of the connection of Armenians around the world with the Motherland and Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, which is the best opportunity for spiritual renewal and strengthening of patriotic feelings.
His Holiness also commanded the attendees to return to their communities strengthened by faith and continue their patriotic activities, zealously getting involved in the national-church life.