Buenos Aires, October 25, 2025. — The Armenian Archdiocese of the Republic of Argentina confirmed on Saturday the passing of Archbishop Kissag Mouradian, a central figure in the religious and community life of Armenians in Argentina over the past five decades.

Born in Aleppo, Syria, in 1951, his baptismal name was Manuk Mouradian. From a very young age, he embraced the religious vocation, studying at the National Seminary of Qamishli and later at the Seminary of St. James in Jerusalem, where he was ordained a deacon in 1968 and a priest in 1971.

In 1975, he arrived in Argentina to serve the local Armenian community, initially for a five-year period, but his commitment led him to stay permanently. He served as parish priest of the St. Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral in Buenos Aires, where he carried out an intense pastoral, educational, and cultural mission.

In 1990, he was consecrated bishop and appointed Primate of the Armenian Diocese of Argentina and Chile, and in 1996, he received the title of archbishop, becoming the highest spiritual authority of the Armenian Apostolic Church in the region.

Throughout his ministry, Archbishop Mouradian stood out for his unwavering dedication, his ecumenical work, and his commitment to interfaith dialogue.
He served as president of the Ecumenical Commission of Christian Churches of Argentina (CEICA) and maintained a close friendship with the then-Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now Pope Francis, sharing a deep bond of faith and brotherhood.

A staunch defender of Armenian identity and memory, Archbishop Mouradian promoted the teaching of the Armenian language, history, and culture, as well as the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide. His presence was constant in every commemoration, liturgical celebration, and community gathering, where he combined spirituality, wisdom, and human warmth.

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination in 2021, he expressed his wish “to be remembered as someone who worked for the good of the community.”
Today, those words reflect the gratitude and respect with which the Armenian community bids him farewell.

The Archdiocese announced that details of the funeral and memorial services will be communicated in the coming hours, to be held at the St. Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral.

May God enlighten the soul of Archbishop Kissag Mouradian.
His spiritual and human legacy will remain alive in the faith, culture, and hearts of the Armenian people of Argentina.

Asdvadz Hokin Lusavore.