On the morning of Wednesday, May 13, 2026, H.E. Archbishop Kegham Khacherian, Prelate of the Western Prelacy of the United States, received renowned Lebanese-Armenian musician and composer Guy Manoukian at the Western Prelacy headquarters during a courtesy visit. Mr. Manoukian is currently in Los Angeles for a musical program.
After warmly greeting one another as longtime friends, Archbishop Khacherian and Mr. Manoukian engaged in a heartfelt conversation, reminiscing about memories from Archbishop Khacherian’s years of service and leadership in Lebanon.
The visiting guest, who is also a graduate of Yeghishe Manoukian High School, has, on behalf of the Manoukian family, carried out numerous musical and national philanthropic initiatives in cooperation with the Prelacy, first in Lebanon during Archbishop Khacherian’s years of service there, and later throughout various Middle Eastern countries and different parts of the world as a renowned musician and composer.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the Prelate highly praised Guy Manoukian both as a devoted Armenian and accomplished musician, bestowed his fatherly blessings upon him, and wished him continued success in all his future endeavors.
