The Catholicos of All Armenians congratulated businessman Samvel Karapetyan on his 60th birthday.
His Holiness’s congratulatory message reads:
“Dear Mr. Karapetyan,
From the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, we convey to you, your distinguished Armenian, our love and blessings and heartfelt congratulations on your 60th birthday.
You are celebrating this honorable anniversary while being unjustly imprisoned for your courageous stand and courageous spirit in defending our Holy Church. Unfortunately, we are unable to visit you and convey our best wishes to you in person. However, together with our clergy and faithful, we pray with you. We have no doubt in your strength of spirit and steadfastness in your inherent steadfastness and integrity.
The All-Merciful God has generously blessed you and bestowed many favors and awards, enriching your life with significant successes and achievements. On this path, the Lord has made your beloved family, colleagues and thousands of people who believed in your providence your companions. You spontaneously used your achievements in various fields to serve our people, contributing to overcoming numerous problems in Armenia, Artsakh and various Armenian communities around the world, as well as to the implementation of large-scale programs for the development of Armenian life. With your activities that benefit the people and the Fatherland, you have earned the love and respect of our people, being awarded the high title of national benefactor. You have also contributed your righteous merits to the service of our Holy Armenian Apostolic Church and the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. Your love for the Church and Etchmiadzin is exceptional and creative, it has already been imprinted on the bright pages of modern Armenian history. Before the Holy Throne of the Descent of the Only Begotten, we offer a prayer to the Heavenly Lord, asking for a speedy return to your home. May the Almighty God grant you long life, courage and fortitude in trials, and strength and patience to the dear Karapetyan family. May the Almighty God keep our homeland peaceful and safe, and grant our believing people a dignified and prosperous life.