Armenian Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator Singapore marks 175th anniversaryFebruary 28, 2011 - 16:14 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Trustees of the Armenian Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator Singapore and the Armenian community in Singapore invite Armenians from around the world in celebrating the 175th anniversary of the consecration of the first church in Singapore, the Armenian Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator. Consecrated on 26 March 1836, the Armenian Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator Singapore to this day endures as an important symbol of the strength of Armenians communities worldwide. A series of religious and cultural events are planned in Singapore for March 26-27, 2011. The Church is funded solely by generous support from Armenians living in the region and abroad.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24  U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan.Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says.Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |
