Lragir, Armenia
Feb 15 2008

THE APPEAL OF SUPREME SPIRITUAL COUNCIL ON THE ARMENIAN PRESIDENTIAL
ELECTION

On February 14 the Supreme Spiritual Council met at Holy See St.
Echmiadzin. The Council discussed the Armenian presidential election
and appealed to people.

The presidential election of February 19 is a crucial event in the
life of our country and people.

17 years ago our people took the track for freedom and independence.
The restoration of the Armenian statehood launched a new process
directed at building a fair and united society. It is the fair
anticipation of our people that the election of a new president will
guarantee stability in the country, promote unity and movement toward
progress.

Before this responsible event we urge our people to display awareness
of patriotism and commit to the reputation of our country. Let no
action stain our election, divide our people. We are patriotic if we
respect, tolerate, love each other. We are patriotic if we place our
personal aspirations and emotions to the national interest.

We pray God to lead our country toward success in peace, love and
unity.

`Respect everyone, love brotherhood, fear God’ (1 Peter 2.17)