Armenia 2026 Trip Journal

Follow my fourth trip to Armenia alongside a team from the Goshen Baptist Association.

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Armenia 2026 Mission Team

By Kris Hutchinson | July 28, 2026 9:23 PM

Almost 48 hours from take off. Here is our full team at our commissioning service on Sunday, July 26.

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Arrive at Airport

By Kris Hutchinson | July 30, 2026 7:27 PM

Our team has arrived at the airport, checked luggage and made it through security!

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Arrived in Turkey

By Kris Hutchinson | July 31, 2026 3:28 PM

First leg complete. Layover in Turkey!

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Team Landed in Armenia!!!

By Kris Hutchinson | August 1, 2026 2:20 AM

We have arrived in Yerevan and packing the bus to head to seminary for some rest.

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Sisian Team Heading Out!

By Kris Hutchinson | August 1, 2026 11:59 PM

An emotional afternoon of the Armavir Team and Sisian Team saying their goodbyes (until the end of the week).

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Armavir Team Visits Amberd Fortress

By Kris Hutchinson | August 2, 2026 12:08 AM

While the Sisian Team is in transit, the Armavir Team took in local sights.

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Here’s Johnny

By Kris Hutchinson | August 2, 2026 12:15 AM

John sitting back taking in the view.

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What A View

By Kris Hutchinson | August 2, 2026 12:20 AM

Picture time from atop the wall.

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Sunset

By Kris Hutchinson | August 2, 2026 12:24 AM

Great way to end the evening…Word that Sisian team arrived safely. Good friends. Still another awesome view.