The formation and development of the educational systems of Armenian communities in the Middle East were shaped not only by pedagogical needs but also by the imperative to preserve and strengthen national, religious, and cultural identity. The educational life of these communities was largely guided by church structures. Preschools functioned under the auspices of various churches, including the Apostolic, Catholic, and Evangelical denominations. Armenian Evangelical educational institutions in the Middle East, established particularly in the aftermath of the Armenian Genocide, were distinguished by their religious and national orientations. In these schools, alongside instruction in the Holy Scripture, considerable attention was devoted to teaching the Armenian language, literature, and history; conducting prayers in the native language; and providing foreign-language education, which enabled students to pursue higher studies. Many Evangelical schools operated under missionary auspices, through which support was provided for improving buildings and material-technical conditions. Special emphasis was also placed on the education of girls, ensuring their equal participation in the learning process.

KeywordsArmenian Evangelical Association church Middle East American missionaries education colleges schools

The first period of Archbishop Gevorg Chorekchyan's tenure (1921–1927) coincided with the most difficult years for the diocese of Georgian Armenians. The head of the diocese spared no effort or energy in maintaining the effective functioning of the diocese. He approached the resolution of any issues with great zeal and willingness. Chorekchyan intended to convene a church council of representatives from the diocese of Georgian Armenians, where matters of church decoration, as well as many issues concerning clergy, were to be discussed, aiming to more closely connect the faithful people with their native church. In 1927, Archbishop Gevorg Chorekchyan returned to the Mother See of Etchmiadzin and was elected a member of the Supreme Spiritual Council.

KeywordsArchbishop Gevorg Chorekchyan diocese of Armenians in Georgia Georgia Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin Supreme Spiritual Council church monastery