This year, on the commemoration day of the Armenian Christian Genocide, Pope Francis referred to it as a genocide. In response, Turkish President Erdogan accused Pope Francis of using crusader language for calling this mass killing of Christians a genocide. Turkey and Azerbaijan
120,000 Christians were ethnically cleansed from their Christian homeland, the oldest Christian nation in the world, was displaced. Turkey and Azerbaijan have continued the genocide of Christians by attacking churches, destroying them, and erasing their Christian marks from these
120,000 Christian Armenians were pushed out of their Christian homeland, their history was destroyed, their churches were attacked, and countless were killed. An attack on Christians in Armenia is an attack on Christians everywhere. As Christians we must do more to support our
120,000 Christians were ethnically cleansed from the Christian territory of Artsakh, in 2023. The United States must stop funding Azerbaijan, a nation responsible for killing Christians, perpetrating Christian genocide, and erasing Christian landmarks. Instead, the United States
After ethnically cleansing over 120,000 Christians from their homeland of Artsakh, Azerbaijan has been destroying and converting Armenian churches dating back to the 4th century. Azerbaijan has targeted the Church of the Holy Mother of God. This means that soon this church will
Christians are being killed while safeguarding Churches, Monasteries, and their Christian homeland. What Azerbaijan recently did in Nagorno-Karabakh, dating back to even September of 2023, has been met with pin-drop silence. This is because Armenians are a Christian nation, the
Armenia, the oldest Christian nation in the Middle East, faces a potential military invasion by Azerbaijan, posing a threat to the indigenous Christian communities in the region. Currently, Armenia stands as a defender of the global Christian community, being the first nation to
120,000 Christians were ethnically cleansed and forced out of their Christian homeland by Azerbaijan on September 19, 2023. This is an attempt to eradicate the Armenian exclave of Artsakh and eliminate a Christian presence that has existed there since time immemorial. Today, this
The Christian historical sites in the occupied territory of Artsakh are being destroyed by Azerbaijan and Turkey. They are eradicating the Christian presence from a nation that first adopted Christianity as its state religion in the 4th century. This urgent matter concerns all
The Christian genocide survivor, Mary Vartanian, is regarded as both a safeguarder and a spreader of Christianity. At 109 years old, she is a survivor of the 1915 Armenian Genocide. Mary became active in her new community, at St. James Church in Watertown, where she was once
The Azerbaijani regime has destroyed the Christian Armenian village of Karintak in Artsakh. This destruction includes the demolition of two Churches in the village. These acts follow the ethnic cleansing and genocide of 120,000 Christian Armenians.
Christian genocide is happening in right now. The 120,000 innocent Christian Armenians trapped in Artsakh as a result of Azerbaijan’s cruel nine-month-long blockade have been forcefully exiled, ethnically cleansed from their ancestral Christian land. The same genocide is
In 2023, Azerbaijan ethnically cleansed over 120,000 Christians from their homeland of Artsakh. After the ethnic cleansing, they began converting and destroying churches that date back to the 4th century. At the Hudson Institute, Vivek Ramaswamy raised awareness about this issue.
After ethnically cleansing over 120,000 Christians from Artsakh, Azerbaijan is now systematically erasing all the Christian landmarks and cultural heritage sites from the region. Armenia holds profound significance for Christians worldwide as the first nation to adopt
Christian orphans who survived The Armenian Genocide asking for recognition on the streets of New York in 1918. Over one hundred years later, Christian Armenians continue to fight for justice and the preservation of Christianity.✝️
Map of Armenian Churches and Monasteries before the 1915 genocide in Ottoman Turkey.
Armenia, as the first nation who accepted Christianity as a state religion, has played a pivotal role in preserving the Christian faith. The endurance of Christianity in Armenia, despite
The oldest Christian nation in the world was displaced as its people were ethnically cleansed from their Christian homeland. Azerbaijan hasn't ceased the genocide of Christians by ethnically cleansing them from Artsakh; they continue this persecution by repeatedly attacking
Since adopting Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD, Armenians have endured centuries of persecution and genocide, serving as steadfast guardians of Christianity. Historically, they have faced relentless attacks aimed at their extermination as the first Christian nation,
Armenia is the first Christian nation. Despite enduring wars and genocide, Armenian Christians have steadfastly spread Christianity worldwide. Etchmiadzin and Khor Virap underscore this nation's profound contribution to the global spread of Christianity and honor the enduring
Azerbaijan has destroyed the Armenian Holy Resurrection Church of Berdzor in the occupied territory of Artsakh. Earlier in 2023, they ethnically cleansed over 120,000 Christians from Artsakh. This is not the first church demolished by Azerbaijan; most of the churches date back
Does Turkey help Azerbaijan erase Christian Armenia and Christians from the region? The answer is yes.
Every Christian should be concerned about what's happening in Armenia, as it is the oldest Christian nation on the planet — the place where Christianity started, the place
Armenia has a long and storied history of defending Christianity, being the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in 301 AD. One of the most significant examples of defending Christianity is the Battle of Avarayr in 451 AD. Faced with the threat of forced
In September 2023, Azerbaijan conducted a genocide against 120,000 Christian Armenians. They have ethnically cleansed these Christians from their homeland, a place where Christianity rose and spread to the world. This nation converted to Christianity in 301 AD and has safeguarded
The depiction of a 2025 map of Turkey on Turkish TV shows, which includes Christian Armenia, is deeply troubling. This portrayal seems to be a step toward erasing Christianity from the place where it originated and spread worldwide. It is essential to recognize and preserve the
Azerbaijan is planning a full-scale attack against Armenia, the first Christian nation. In September 2023, Azerbaijan and Turkey ethnically cleansed over 120,000 Christians from their Christian homeland, Artsakh. They destroyed all the Christian churches and heritage sites dating
The first Christian nation, Armenia, is currently facing severe genocide and persecution, an issue that demands the urgent attention and solidarity of Christians worldwide. It is crucial for the global Christian community to rally in support of their brothers and sisters who are
Christians are under siege in the USA. As Presidential candidate Donald Trump points out, Christians are facing discrimination and are being silenced. As followers of Christ, we must not passively allow this to happen. Instead, we should speak out against injustice and pray that
As Azerbaijan continues its attacks on the Christian nation of Tavush, resulting in the deaths of Christians and the occupation of Christian territories, Their Holinesses Catholicos Karekin II and Catholicos Aram I of the Great House of Cilicia have reaffirmed the imperative to
The recent wave of attacks targeting Christians in Armenia, particularly in the region of Tavush, underscores a disturbing trend of religious persecution. As tensions escalate and violence spreads, the Christian community finds itself increasingly vulnerable, facing not only
The Christian Armenian St. Hakob Monastery in Cilicia, dating back to the 11th century, was destroyed by Turkey during the Christian Genocide. The monastery housed relics of wood from Noah's Ark, which have come to rest on Armenian Mount Ararat.
Armenia stands as sacred ground, the birthplace of Christianity and the first Christian nation, steadfastly safeguarding the faith throughout centuries of trials, wars, and genocide. Today, these Christians face persecution and the looming threat of erasure by neighboring forces.
The first Christian nation faces another genocide perpetrated by Turkey and Azerbaijan. Christians are being killed and ethnically cleansed from their homeland simply for being Christians and for safeguarding Christianity since 301 AD. The United States military aids Azerbaijan
Over 120,000 Christians have been displaced from their homeland. These Christians belong to a nation that holds a significant place in Christian history—it was the first to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Throughout centuries of wars and genocide, they have
The last photo of the final clergy of Dadivank. They arrived in Armenia on Oct. 1, 2023, marking the first instance in 1722 years when no Christian prayer is heard in Artsakh / Nagorno-Karabakh. Before departing the sacred monastery, they prayed for its return. Now, the
Christian Armenians have a long-standing tradition of safeguarding Christianity, serving as custodians of their faith and heritage for all Christians. After the occupation of Dadivank by Azerbaijan, Father Hovhannes, the Abbot of Dadivank Monastery in Artsakh, transported
The Christian territory of Tavush, Armenia, is under attack by Azerbaijan and Turkey. Azerbaijan and Turkey plan to occupy this territory, ethnically cleansing Christians who have held their faith for more than 1700 years and destroying Christian churches and heritage sites to
In Artsakh 120,000 Christians were ethnically cleansed from there Christian homeland. After being blockaded for nine months, their country was subjected to relentless bombing, resulting in numerous deaths. Following this assault, Azerbaijan forcibly expelled these Christians from
Armenia is one of the oldest countries in the world and the first nation to accept Christianity as a state religion. They have faced Christian genocide and wars for Christianity. Christian Armenians fight for their faith, sovereignty, and dignity. As Christians, it is our duty to
Today marks the 109th anniversary of one of the largest Christian Genocides committed by Turkey. Over 109 years later, Turkey and Azerbaijan continue the Christian genocide by attacking Armenia, ethnically cleansing over 120,000 Christians in Artsakh, and destroying all Christian
Armenia stands as a testament to unwavering faith and resilience, earning its place in history as the first Christian nation. This resonates deeply with Christians worldwide, serving as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of faith amidst adversity. Through centuries marked
Azerbaijan seeks to seize another Christian territory within Armenia, whose inhabitants are devout Christians, and where numerous Christian heritages and churches stand. Recognizing Armenia's historical significance as the first Christian nation, Christian leaders from the Tavush
Armenia was the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in 301 AD. Reflecting its deep-rooted Christian heritage, Armenia is home to around 4,000 Churches, each a testament to the country's dedication to spreading and preserving the Christian faith. These
BREAKING: Former U.S. Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Calls Out The United States For Staying Silent & Funding Azerbaijan’s Genocide In the Christian land of Artsakh. Vivek Ramaswamy calls out the United States for remaining silent and funding Azerbaijan’s genocide and
Armenian Genocide: 1.5 million Christians were killed and expelled from their Christian homeland. Today, Turkey and Azerbaijan continue killing and ethnically cleansing Christians in Artsakh and Armenia. As Christians, we should demand recognition, reparations, restitution, and
This is the Armenian Monastery of Nakhichevan, built in the 13th century, which was destroyed by Azerbaijan after the killing of Christian Armenians there. Today, no Christians live here, and not a single monument remains from over 10,000 Churches and cross stones. All were
The authorities warn that Azerbaijan and Turkey may launch another attack on the first Christian nation if the Christian territory of Tavush is not ceded to Azerbaijan. The purpose of the ethnic-cultural genocide in Turkey and Azerbaijan is one. Along with the massacre of large
The First Christian Nation is under attack again. Azerbaijani armed forces have once again targeted Christian Armenian territories, firing upon them with small arms. President Aliyev's actions continue to threaten Christian territories and the lives of Christians in Armenia.
Christianity in Armenia dates back to the 4th century A.D. and is a story etched with Christian faith, resilience, and sacrifice. Armenian Christians faced waves of persecution from neighboring empires.
1. The year 301 A.D. marked a watershed moment when Armenia became the first
This is the Church of Vankasar, where the Azeris scratched and smoothed the cross composition on the lintel of the western entrance of the church.
Its construction dates back to 700 AD. From 1000 AD onwards it was well known that Vankasar served as a hub of Christianity for all
The ruins of Armenian churches in Turkey stand as a haunting reminder of the Christian Genocide. Let's not allow history to repeat itself. Take action now to preserve the churches of Artsakh, some of which date back to the 4th century.🙏🏻
Vivek Ramaswamy has criticized the DC foreign policy establishment for its silence regarding Azerbaijan's (US-funded) aggression against Armenians. He draws attention to the dire situation faced by the 120,000 Christians who have been ethnically cleansed from their Christian
As the first Christian nation, Armenians are fighting to save Christianity, no matter the difficulties they face. It's crucial for Christians worldwide to come together and support Armenia in safeguarding Christianity. Through unity, we can overcome challenges and ensure the
The ongoing attacks by Azerbaijan on Christian Armenians, particularly in the regions of Tavush and Syunik, are deeply troubling and warrant urgent attention. These assaults not only pose a threat to the physical safety and security of innocent civilians but also target the rich
Armenia was chosen by God to host the First Christian Church, serving as the cradle from which Christianity could spread across the globe. The oldest Christian temple is located in Armenia, and is one of the first in entire world. Built in 301 AD, this nation was the first to
Michael Knowles raises alarm about an imminent Azerbaijani attack on Armenia, the first Christian nation, serving Christianity since 301 AD. It's crucial for Christians worldwide to stand united in preventing this assault on our fellow believers in Armenia. Armenia's diverse
Armenia, the first nation to officially adopt Christianity in 301 AD under King Tiridates III, holds a unique place in Christian history. This profound transformation, guided by Saint Gregory the Illuminator, intertwines its deep spiritual heritage with the mystical allure of the
BREAKING: A Christian home in Tegh, Syunik, was struck during Azerbaijan's recent attacks on Armenia in the early hours on April 7.
Fortunately, the residents of the home were unharmed during the attack.
This is now the third consecutive day Azerbaijan has been firing various
BREAKING: Azerbaijani Forces Open Fire on Christian Territories in Armenia's Gegharkunik & Syunik Provinces.
The Christians in Armenia are currently under attack, and their religious heritage is at risk. With more than 20 churches in the region, there is a grave threat to these
St. Sarkis Church was a 5th-century church built in historical Armenia, known as the oldest extant domed church there. During the 1915 genocide, while preserving the church, Christian Armenians were burned alive by Turks near the church. Now, only the lower parts of the rubble
The Artsakh genocide in 2023 marked a tragic episode of ethnic cleansing and systematic destruction targeting Christian Armenians. This brutal campaign resulted in widespread devastation, as hundreds of historic Christian churches and heritage sites in Artsakh were demolished or
As the situation worsens and Azerbaijan openly discusses attacking Armenia, the first nation to accept Christianity as a state religion, if certain Christian territories are not relinquished, it becomes imperative for us, as Christians, to support our Christian heritage in
Armenia has a long and storied history of defending Christianity, being the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in 301 AD. One of the most significant examples of defending Christianity is the Battle of Avarayr in 451 AD. Faced with the threat of forced
This is the real picture of the Armenian Christian nation fighting for Christianity, for all Christians worldwide throughout the centuries. Today, their struggle continues, as Turkey and Azerbaijan continue the ethical cleansing of these Christians and the destruction of
The massacre in Shushi is one of the darkest pages in the history of Christians. With the support of Turkey, the Azerbaijanis tried to continue the Christian Genocide in Artsakh. The Azerbaijanis massacred the Christians of Shushi and turned the city into hell. Their goal was to
Following the ethnic cleansing of 120,000 Christian Armenians from their ancestral homeland of Artsakh, these persecuted Christians have found refuge in the embrace of Armenia. Regrettably, amidst this humanitarian crisis, the United States has been seen supporting Azerbaijan,
This is what Christians in Armenia went through before their ethnic cleansing from their Christian homeland of Artsakh. They were blockaded for 9 months, facing starvation and lack of medicine, which resulted in many deaths. After the blockade, Azerbaijan and Turkey ethnically
Vivek Ramaswamy speaks out against Azerbaijan's atrocities targeting Armenia, the first Christian nation. In September 2023, over 120,000 Christians were ethnically cleansed from their Christian homeland, Artsakh, with many falling victim to violence. Artsakh holds significant
This is the Christian Quarter in Shushi after the 1920 massacre. Until 1920, Shushi was the capital of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh). The Christian part of the city consisted of 18 quarters, containing 12 churches and 7,000 residential buildings. In March 1920, the Turkish army
Will the world remain silent as the first Christian nation faces annihilation?
The first Christian nation is facing persecution. Despite enduring genocide and wars, they have steadfastly safeguarded the Christian faith for all of us. Today, they face the same struggle but
Azerbaijan announced that they will erase Christian Churches and heritage sites in the occupied region of Artsakh. This is a call for Christians to unite, resonating more urgently than ever. The preservation of these historical and religious landmarks is not only a matter
The second genocide against the first Christian nation occurred in 2023, during which 120,000 Christians were ethnically cleansed from their Christian homeland of Artsakh. This Christian genocide was orchestrated by Azerbaijan and Turkey, with military assistance from the US.
As the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion, Christian Armenians have always safeguarded Christianity and its heritage sites for Christians worldwide. This ensures that Christianity can continue to thrive and not be erased from the map and history. During the
Armenia is the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in the early 4th century. This marked a significant milestone in the history of Christianity. One specific thing this nation contributed to Christians was its steadfast commitment to the faith despite
Christian Armenians have a long-standing tradition of safeguarding Christianity, serving as custodians of their faith and heritage for all Christians. After the occupation of Dadivank by Azerbaijan, Father Hovhannes, the Abbot of Dadivank Monastery in Artsakh, transported
The United States should cease arming Azerbaijan, a nation actively engaged in the persecution and killing of Christians in Armenia, as well as the systematic erasure of Christianity from this historically significant region. Armenia, the world's first Christian nation, holds
Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in 301 AD, played a crucial role in the early spread of Christianity. King Abgar V of Edessa is said to have corresponded with Jesus Christ, requesting His presence for healing. Jesus reportedly replied with a
Christians in Armenia are being persecuted. In his recent interview, Vivek Ramaswamy mentions the dictatorship of Azerbaijan's access to U.S. weapons, which are being used to kill Christian Armenians. Now we’re hearing that the ethnic cleansing of Artsakh wasn’t enough, and that
Christians are under siege in the USA. As Presidential candidate Donald Trump points out, Christians are facing discrimination and are being silenced. As followers of Christ, we must not passively allow this to happen. Instead, we should speak out against injustice and pray that
Elise Hagopian Taft is a survivor of the Armenian Christian genocide, and her story should serve as a call to all Christians. Turkey and Azerbaijan persist in avoiding acknowledgment, ethnically cleansing Christians and eradicating their religious landmarks from their homelands.
Did you know why the Armenian Church is called "Apostolic"? It's because it traces its origins to the apostles Thaddeus and Bartholomew, who preached Christianity in Armenia in the 1st century. Their missionary work laid the foundation for what would become a deeply rooted
Ani, often referred to as the "City of 1,001 Churches," stands as a testament to Armenia's deep-rooted Christian heritage and its pivotal role in the early spread of Christianity. Ani was once a flourishing capital, adorned with numerous Churches and Cathedrals that showcased the
Did you know that Jerusalem's Old City is divided into four historic quarters? The
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Quarter. You might ask, 'Armenians are Christian too, so why do they have a separate quarter?' The answer is that the
This is the Christian Quarter in Shushi after the 1920 massacre. Until 1920, Shushi was the capital of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh). The Christian part of the city consisted of 18 quarters, containing 12 churches and 7,000 residential buildings. In March 1920, the Turkish army
Another Armenian Christian monastery was destroyed by Azerbaijan in 2000. The St. Astvatsatsin Monastery of Tsghna, built in the 12th century, had been preserved as a Christian landmark in the region. The monastery was destroyed as part of a state-sponsored program of erasure
The Christian Genocide of Artsakh in 2023: Azerbaijan blockaded Christians for 9 months, depriving them of food and medicine, resulting in many deaths. After the 9 months of blockade, Christians in Artsakh were ethnically cleansed from their homeland, where Azerbaijan now
Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as its official religion in 301 AD. Etchmiadzin Cathedral is the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church, and is the oldest Christian cathedral in the world. The Armenian Apostolic Church traces its origins to the
The first Christian nation has faced genocide in 1915 with the killing of 1.5 million Christians, and the second one in 2023 with the ethnic cleansing of 120,000 Christians from Artsakh. We can stop the third Christian genocide, as now Azerbaijan and Turkey again attack the
The first Christian nation is under the risk of being attacked again. Armenia’s PM Says Azerbaijan Will Attack Armenia By Week’s End To Defend Ceding Four Border Christian Villages In Tavush. An early cradle of Christianity—a proud sentinel on the frontiers of global Christian
Christians around the globe experience persecution, and Armenia, as the first Christian nation, stands as a poignant example. It's incumbent upon the United States, a nation founded on principles of religious freedom, to stop funding to countries that engage in atrocities against
Christian Armenians faced ethnic cleansing and forcible displacement in September 2023 by the Azerbaijani regime. The 120,000 indigenous Christians, who have defended their faith and Christian heritage for centuries, endured three unprovoked wars, thousands of fatalities, and the
God chose Armenia to be the first nation to embrace Christianity and spread it to the world. This happened back in the 4th century A.D. Since then, these Christians have faced tough times, especially from nearby empires.
1. In the year 301 A.D., King Tiridates III made
Armenia, as the first nation to accept Christianity as a state religion, embarked on missionary work and evangelism efforts to spread the Christian faith. This included the establishment of monastic communities and educational institutions dedicated to promoting Christian