St. John the Baptist Armenian Church of Milwaukee is honored to announce that it will serve as the host parish for the 2026 Diocesan Assembly of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. The Assembly will bring together clergy, delegates, and lay leaders from Armenian parishes across the Eastern United States for several days of worship, governance, and fellowship.

The 2026 Diocesan Assembly will take place in Spring 2026, with dates, program details, and registration information to be made available in December 2025.

We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on St. John the Baptist Armenian Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin!

This feature comes just in time for their Milwaukee Armenian Fest on Sunday, July 20: a beloved annual tradition that brings the entire community together in a joyful celebration of Armenian culture and faith. From delicious food and lively music to traditional dancing and warm fellowship, the festival is a vibrant expression of heritage and hospitality.

Fr. Guregh Hambardzumyan, pastor of St. John the Baptist, shares how much he treasures the deeply rooted sense of community, and the welcoming, multigenerational spirit that defines the parish.