Clergy and Staff of the Mother See Congratulate the Catholicos of All Armenians on His 75th Birthday

Clergy and Staff of the Mother See Congratulate the Catholicos of All Armenians on His 75th Birthday 21.08.2026

On August 21, on the joyful occasion of the 75th birthday of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, diocesan primates, bishops serving at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, members of the monastic clergy and priests, as well as the staff of the Mother See, visited His Holiness to extend their congratulations.

Offering their filial love and congratulations to the Armenian Patriarch, those present wished His Holiness long life, good health, and a fruitful and steadfast Primatial Ministry—for the glory of the Holy Armenian Apostolic Church, the spiritual comfort of the faithful, and the strengthening of the Homeland.

Expressing his gratitude for the warm words and good wishes, His Holiness, through those present, conveyed his Patriarchal blessing and appreciation to all the clergy who labor alongside him in ecclesiastical service for their wholehearted dedication and zealous ministry. He encouraged them to continue their sacred mission with strong faith, firm resolve, and love for the prosperity of the Armenian Church and the welfare of the Armenian people throughout the world.

The Catholicos of All Armenians also expressed his appreciation for the selfless dedication and faithful service of the staff of the Mother See in strengthening and advancing the spiritual and national life of the Armenian people.

On the occasion of the jubilee anniversary, numerous congratulatory messages and letters have been received at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin.