New Primate welcomed

The Armenian Church community give thanks to God for the safe arrival in Australia of their new spiritual leader for the Diocese.
His Grace Bishop Vardan Navasardyan has been welcomed to Australia after landing in Sydney on Friday 27 June 2025. He greeted the Armenian community with prayers and blessings.
His Grace returns to Australia, where he previously served the Church as Vicar General from 2005 -2008.
On 29 June, His Grace in his new role as Primate, celebrated his Inaugural Divine Liturgy at the Church of Holy Resurrection, Sydney NSW.
Read more about His Grace Bishop Vardan Navasardyan
The Armenian Apostolic Church
Further reading: WCC expresses deep concern over recent developments involving the Armenian Apostolic Church | oikoumene.org.| News | 8 July 2025
“Reports of force being used within sacred spaces and the detention of clergy raise significant concerns about the protection of religious freedom, the sanctity of worship, and the autonomy of religious institutions.” Rev Dr Jerry Pillay, WCC General Secretary