Message of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, on the Occasion of Armenian Army Day

Message of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, on the Occasion of Armenian Army Day 28.01.2025

On the occasion of Armenian Army Day, we extend our Patriarchal blessing and sincere well-wishes from the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin to the officers and soldiers of our army and the entire people.

The role and contribution of the Armenian Army in the sacred cause of safeguarding our newly gained independent statehood and protecting the rights of our people are beyond measure. Today, as we face serious security challenges confronting our state, it is imperative that we further strengthen our army so that our soldiers, with steadfast combat readiness and unwavering spirit, continue to fulfill their noble mission of defending the Motherland. The foundation of their valiant service and heroic deeds has always been—and will remain—love for the Motherland and unwavering devotion to our national values.

We pray from the bottom of our hearts for the repose of the souls of our brave martyrs who gave their lives in defense of the Motherland. We beseech the Almighty God to protect the valiant soldiers and the command staff of the Armenian Army under His Holy Right Hand and to grant peace and prosperity to our Motherland and our people worldwide.

May the peace of God the Father and the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with us and with all, today and always. Amen.