The vow of ordination


What obligations does a clergyman assume during the ordination ceremony? How does the vow of ordination differ from the Christian vows and promises of an ordinary believer?
How does a clergyman express his commitment to keeping that vow, and what trials may he face?
The topic was discussed by clergymen of various ranks.
 

The Bishops' Conference became a unique haven of spiritual awakening and inner strength


On the last day of the meeting, the participants of the meeting were joined by the Patriarch of All Armenians and 6 bishops via video conference. In the difficult situation created, under the restrictions imposed on the Patriarch, the Armenian clergy united its will, reaffirming its loyalty to the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin and the Catholicos of All Armenians. The united position of the bishops' class became a message of confidence to the Armenian people, expressed in a jointly adopted statement, in which the 25 participating bishops affirmed: They will continue their sacred mission unwaveringly, remaining faithful to the Holy Gospel, the Orthodox doctrine of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

 

Clergy members of the Supreme Spiritual Council have been summoned for questioning as defendants


Criminal cases have been initiated against the bishops, they are accused of obstructing the execution of a judicial act. And the judicial act concerns the lawsuit of the former leader of Masyatsotn, Arman Saroyan, who was declared a canon. The court, examining his lawsuit with lightning speed, decided that in order to stop Arman Saroyan’s “mental suffering”, a measure of securing his lawsuit should be immediately applied. And the members of the Supreme Spiritual Council, who spoke in favor of the excommunication of the former bishop, obstructed the execution of the judicial act.

 

Father Paren Arakelyan


What do we understand by the name of the basin?
What is the difference between a pagan and a non-believer?
Who was Cain's wife?
How did the Book of Genesis come to us?
Why is the one being baptized immersed in water exactly three times?

The questions of viewers and users were answered by Father Paren Arakelyan. Write your questions on the "Questions and Answers" Facebook page.

 

Hasmik Karapulyan's exhibition of paintings is on display at the Ruben Sevak Museum


The exhibited works are the works of Hasmik Karapulyan over the last two years. The art critic's series of paintings dedicated to ancient Armenian temples prove that the holy temples of the Armenian faith are not just a legacy of the past; standing or bowing, they always preach faith, hope, love and truth.

Rev. Fr. Hrach Sargsyan


Why is there no Christmas tree in the Apostolic and Orthodox churches?
Does our church accept exhumation?
Why is there no separate book about the prophet Elijah in the Bible?
How could the Israelites find salvation before Christ? How is the money from the collection boxes placed in churches managed?
Rev. Fr. Hrach Sargsyan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” ​​Facebook page.

Fr. Kirakos Simonyan


What does Christ's description of you as the salt of the earth and the light of the world mean? Can the Church be involved in modern challenges? 
Why does the Church use symbolic gestures?
How is the meaning of pain explained, especially for people living a Christian life?
What trials can a new believer face?
Why are church windows usually small and limited?
 
The questions of viewers and users were answered by Fr. Kirakos Simonyan. Write your questions on the "Questions and Answers" Facebook page

 

12 deacons ordained on the day of the commemoration of St. Stephen the Protomartyr


With the blessing of the Patriarch of All Armenians, Bishop Vahan Hovhannisyan ordained 12 deacons at the festive Liturgy on the day of the commemoration of St. Stephen the Protomartyr. The newly ordained deacons, who also serve in various structures of the Mother See, were received by His Holiness Karekin II, Patriarch of All Armenians. At the end of the meeting, His Holiness answered the deacons' questions.

Rev. Fr. Hetum Tarverdyan


Why is love considered the greatest of the Christian virtues
What is the meaning of the believers giving incense to the deacon during the Last Supper
What does Christ say to his disciples about his second coming? Why is the birth of a child considered a sign of the Lord's blessing? How to fill the spiritual void How does faith affect a person's mental health
 
The questions of viewers and users were answered by Father Hetum Tarverdyan. Write your questions on the "Questions and Answers" Facebook page.

Rev. Fr. Yeghishe Nazaryan


What is the difference between morning and evening services?
Can a couple who have been living together for a long time get married?
What are the preaching differences between prophets and apostles? Why is Jeremiah considered a weeping prophet?
Can a person who does not know how to sing become a clergyman?
Rev. Fr. Yeghishe Nazaryan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” ​​Facebook page.

 

Rev. Fr. Mkrtich Yeranyan


What is the meaning of the dialogue between the deacon and the recipient during the distribution of blessed bread during the Liturgy?
Is there a Christian approach to hunger strikes?
Is it impermissible to greet clergy with a handshake?
Are the divine and human natures of Christ equally acceptable?
Can a meal with loved ones be called a “Love Meal”?
After giving life to Jairus’ daughter, why does Christ offer to give the girl bread, but not water?
Why is a crown placed on the heads of the newlyweds during a wedding?
Fr. Mkrtich Yeranyan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” ​​Facebook page.

 

Rev. Fr. Astvatsatur Sargsyan


Since when has giving a new name to a baptized person been practiced in our church?
Is it possible to participate in the rite of confession remotely, via the Internet?
What sources suggest that a clergyman cannot perform the rite for a suicide?
Why is the grave of women dug deeper than that of men?
Where are the stone tablets with the 10 commandments now located? T. Astvatsatur priest Sargsyan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” ​​Facebook page.