ВЗАЄМОЗВ’ЯЗКИ ВІРМЕНСЬКОЇ ДІАСПОРИ З ЕТНІЧНОЮ БАТЬКІВЩИНОЮ ТА РОЛЬ ЦЕРКВИ В КУЛЬТУРНІЙ ЖИТТЄДІЯЛЬНОСТІ ГРОМАД

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to analyze cultural interconnections between the Armenian diaspora and Armenia, in which the Armenian Apostolic Church plays an important role. The research methodology consisted in the analysis of the current state of bilateral relations of the diaspora with its homeland and the identification of their key features. As a result of numerous interviews and surveys conducted with representatives of the Armenian Apostolic Church in Ukraine and Armenia, primary materials were collected regarding their activity in the territory of Ukraine during the period of independence. The scientific novelty of the work lies in the first attempt to consider joint projects of the Armenian diaspora with Armenia and the Ministry of Diaspora of the Republic of Armenia aimed at educating conscious and patriotic youth. A brief essay on the history of the diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church in the territory of independent Ukraine was introduced into scientific use. Conclusions. It was established that the Armenian diaspora in Ukraine has a powerful consolidating body, the Union of Armenians of Ukraine, which actively interacts with the Ministry of Diaspora of the Republic of Armenia, establishing not only diplomatic ties but also enriching the cultural treasuries of both countries. It was revealed that another important body in the process of interaction between the Armenian diaspora and its ethnic homeland is the Armenian Apostolic Church, which has played an important role in the development of Armenian culture since ancient times. In view of this, a study was conducted on the role of the Armenian Church in the ethnocultural life of Armenian communities of modern Ukraine.