Rooted in faith and guided by centuries of Armenian Christian heritage, the Diocese of the Armenian Church of the United Kingdom and Ireland serves its faithful through a vibrant network of offices, ministries, and organisations. Together, these bodies work in harmony to nurture spiritual life, strengthen community bonds, preserve Armenian identity, and engage all generations in the life of the Church. From pastoral leadership and charitable stewardship to youth engagement and social fellowship, each organisation plays a vital role in fulfilling the Diocese’s mission to serve God and the Armenian people with dedication, compassion, and vision.
United in Faith and Service
Diocesan Ministries and Organisations
Primate’s Office
The Primate’s Office coordinates all the programmes and projects of the Primate, organises his calendar and appointments, and processes all legal, official, and church documents. It also publishes a weekly e-newsletter, maintains a website, and updates the Diocese’s social media. It is the first point of contact for anyone wishing to know more about the ministry of the Armenian Church in the UK and Ireland.
Armenian Church Trust UK Ltd (ACT UK)
ACT UK is a registered charity (1141610) acting as the umbrella fund for the ministries of the Diocese of the Armenian Church in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Its mission is to help sustain the spiritual, cultural, and educational life of Armenians in the UK and Ireland. It is the main resource for the Diocese’s programmes, including Parish Outreach and Armenian Summer Festival.
Armenian Church Youth Group (ACYO)
ACYO is a network of young Armenians comfortable with their Christian faith and proud of their Armenian identity. They come together under the umbrella of the Armenian Church to promote events and programmes to bring young Armenians of different backgrounds and interests together. The largest ACYO groups in the United Kingdom are in London and Manchester.
Ladies’ Committee
The Primate’s Office Ladies’ Committee was founded in December 2015 to support the Primate’s mission and organise various social events. The committee’s objectives are set by its members. Among its popular events is the annual Easter Luncheon, hosted at the Diocesan Centre.