Catholicos of All Armenians Receives Crew of "Armenia"
On September 6, in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, received the crew of the sailing boat "Armenia" led by the writer and publicist, Mr. Zori Balayan. His Holiness noted with joy that their trip was a success. "We are aware of the happiness which you generate by your visits to the Armenian communities, instilling a sense of pride to our offspring through your courageous acts. These occasions inject new inspiration to the spirits of our sons and daughters and gives them strength to continue their nation-preserving activities", the Armenian Pontiff stated in part, giving them his blessings and appreciation. His Holiness expressed his confidence that their accomplishments would be highly appreciated and praised by the Armenian nation. On behalf of the crew of the boat "Armenia", Mr. Zori Balayan extended his appreciation to the Armenian Pontiff for the warm reception. At the conclusion of the meeting the Catholicos of All Armenians blessed the voyagers, who were kneeled before the Holy Altar of Descent in the Mother Cathedral, once again wishing them success in their future journeys.
