Archbishop Kissag Mouradian Passes Away
The Armenian Archdiocese of the Republic of Argentina confirmed the passing of Archbishop Kissag Mouradian on Saturday, October 25.
Archbishop Kissag Mouradian was a central figure in the religious and community life of Armenians in Argentina for over five decades.
- Born in Aleppo, Syria, in 1951, with the baptismal name Manuk Mouradian.
- Studied at the National Seminary of Qamishli and the Seminary of St. James in Jerusalem.
- Ordained a deacon in 1968 and a priest in 1971.
- Arrived in Argentina in 1975 to serve the local Armenian community, initially for a five-year period, but stayed permanently.
Author's summary: Archbishop Kissag Mouradian passes away at 72.