Week of Prayer for Christian unity to Feature Documentary on Nagorno-Karabakh Exodus
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The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity,observed from january 18 to 25,2026,will center around the theme of unity inspired by Christ’s call for believers to “be one” – a message intended to foster faith and understanding across denominations. This year’s observances will include a series of events in Toulouse, France, and a powerful focus on the plight of Armenians displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh.
This year’s prayers and reflections have been collaboratively prepared by members of the Armenian Apostolic Church,alongside their counterparts from the Catholic Church and Armenian evangelical Churches,signifying a powerful ecumenical partnership.
Documentary to Highlight Human Cost of Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
A central event will be the preview of the documentary film “I Remember Your Voice” on Monday, January 19, at 7:30 p.m. in Toulouse’s Sénéchal room (17 rue de Charles de Rémusat). The film, the first of its kind, chronicles the forced exodus of Armenians from Nagorno-karabakh (Artsakh) following the events of September 2023.
Through the deeply personal testimonies of six Armenian families, “I Remember Your Voice” illuminates the devastating consequences of displacement and exile.According to organizers, the screening will be followed by a discussion wiht the film’s directors, Nikolay Melikyan and Arayik Sargsyan. The film will be presented in Armenian with french subtitles.
You can view the film trailer here: click ici.
You can view the event poster here: click ici.
Solidarity Collection to Support Displaced Families
The Association of Armenians of Toulouse, in partnership with G2IA, is hosting the preview as part of a national tour that includes screenings in Paris and Nice. A solidarity collection will be held during the event to provide aid to the six families featured in the documentary. All proceeds will be donated to the Voice of Hope association,founded by the film’s directors,which is directly supporting the families’ resettlement.
Unity Day and Ecumenical Dialogue planned
On Sunday, January 25, a Unity Day event will be held at the Salin temple in Toulouse, beginning at 3 p.m. The program will include a film screening, followed by a debate, a forum for ecumenical actions, prayer and praise, and personal testimonies.
Interfaith Leaders to Address Peacebuilding
The week will conclude with a meeting for pastors, priests, and bishops on Tuesday, January 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the diocesan house (28 rue de l’Aude, Toulouse). The discussion will focus on “How to be an architect of peace and hope in a world of ongoing global challenges.”
Here’s a more substantive news report answering the “Why, Who, What, and How” questions:
Why: The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in 2026 is focusing on the plight of Armenians displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh to emphasize the importance of unity and solidarity in the face of human suffering and conflict. The event aims to foster interdenominational understanding and provide support to
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