Is There A Future For Christians In The Middle East?

The Western Diocese Continuing Education Committee will host an enlightening public lecture by Dr. Hratch Tchilingirian, distinguished scholar, sociologist, author, and Director of Institutional Innovation at the Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America, on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Hampar Hall of the Western Diocese in Burbank.

Join us for an engaging lecture that explores a timely question: Is there a future for Christians in the Middle East? The lecture will examine the historical, social, and geopolitical realities confronting Christian communities throughout the region, while offering thoughtful insight into the challenges and possibilities that lie ahead. Organized under the auspices of His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Western Diocese, the evening promises to be both timely and intellectually enriching.

The public is cordially invited to attend this meaningful presentation and discussion.