We had the distinct honor of visiting the Armenian Patriarchate on Thursday afternoon. The Armenian Patriarchate of Constantinople is a small part of the Orthodox Church, but has been historically significant in Turkish history. We happen to have an Armenian American with the NEH group. His face seemed to light up when she spoke Armenian with him. Too much information to fit in here, but I'm anxious to return to the US and explain the details of this important interaction.
Down a hill and in the Kumkapi neighborhood of Istanbul
Archbishop Aram Ateshyan, the acting Co-Patriarch (the current one has health issues and is unable to fulfill duties)
Melissa Karakash, NEH scholar, has the privilege of meeting the Patriarch and speaking with him in Armenian. Thanks for representing our group so well, Melissa!
Holy Mother of God Patriarchal Church, across the street from the Patriarchate
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