Diocese of Shirak

The Diocese of Shirak is an Armenian Apostolic Church jurisdiction centered in Gyumri with responsibility for around thirty active churches across northern and central parts of Shirak Province. The administrative building sits in downtown Gyumri at the intersection of Rizhkov and Varpetats streets.

The diocese was founded on September 6, 1920, when Catholicos George V issued formal documents establishing it as a separate ecclesiastical jurisdiction. This founding separated it from the previously larger church administration that had overseen the area.

The Cathedral of the Holy Mother of God in Gyumri serves as the main gathering place for religious life in the region. People come here to participate in church services that connect them to their faith and community.

The administrative building in downtown Gyumri is accessible for visitors wanting to learn about the local church administration. Plan your visit during regular working hours when staff members are available to answer questions.

In 2012, the diocese underwent territorial changes when Artik town and surrounding villages were separated to form their own ecclesiastical jurisdiction. This restructuring reflected how the church adapted its administrative organization to serve different parts of the region better.

Website: http://shirakdiocese.am

GPS coordinates: 40.78616,43.84283

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41