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Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
3325 North Glenoaks Blvd.
Burbank, Ca 91504
Tel: 818-558-7474
Fax: 818-558-6333
Web: http://www.armenianchurchwd.com/
news from the western diocese
Primate Presides over DIVINE Liturgy
Armenian Apostolic Church of Burbank
On May 14, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of
the Western Diocese, presided over Divine Liturgy at the Burbank
Parish. He related his message bearing the theme, `Our Communion With
God' to Mother's Day, stating that our mothers have been the first
influence in our lives who have established within us a bond with
God.
On the occasion of Mother's Day he congratulated all mothers, and
asked the faithful in attendance to pray for one mother in
particular, Mrs. Sylva Natalie Manoogian, whose son Vahan will soon
depart to serve in the Army in Iraq. His Eminence prayed for Vahan's
safe return and the welfare of his parents. Mrs. Manoogian is the
Director of the Diocesan Library.
anglican armenian Dialogue
The Committee for Anglican-Armenian Dialogue met on May 15, 2006 at
All Saints' Episcopal Church in Pasadena to deepen the relations
between the two churches through collaboration in the various
missions of the two dioceses. During the meeting the representatives
of the churches also reflected upon the joint commemorative service
held at St. Mark Episcopal Church for the Armenian Genocide, the
first Genocide of the 20th Century.
Meeting of
Los Angeles COuncil of Religious Leaders
The monthly meeting of the Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders
will take place on May 17, 2006 at the Claremont School of Theology.
The meeting will also serve as an opportunity for the Religious
Leaders to get acquainted with the Claremont Seminary, where
currently two of our candidates onto the priesthood, Deacon Vahe
Abovian and Deacon Mayis Shahbazyan, are working on their degrees of
Master of Divinity.
Each month the monthly meetings of the Los Angeles Council of
Religious Leaders are hosted by a different religious group.
Primate Presides over meetings
The Summer Camp Committee and the Summer Camp Board will hold their
regular meetings at the Diocese on May 20, 2006, presided by His
Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate.
The summer camp program has served the youth of the Western Diocese
for over 40 years. If you or someone you know is interested in
attending Summer Camp 2006, please visit www.hyecamp.com
{http://www.hyecamp.com/} for more information.
To make camp part of your summer plans, follow these instructions:
Step 1: Pick a week of camp to attend
Week 1 - July 23, 2006 through July 29, 2006
Week 2 - July 30, 2006 through August 5, 2006
Week 3 - August 6, 2006 through August 12, 2006
Step 2: Visit our website www.hyecamp.com beginning Easter Sunday,
April 16, 2006
Step 3: Print out a camper application, fill it out and mail it in
Step 4: Get ready to make friends and memories that will last
forever!
Cathedral Fundraising and Celebration Gala
His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate will preside over
the Mother Cathedral Fundraising and Celebration Gala to be held on
Saturday, May 20, 2006, at the Kalaydjian Hall of the Western
Diocese, under the Chairmanship of Antranik Zorayan.
Total proceeds and donations received on the evening of May 20th
will benefit the construction of the long-awaited Mother Cathedral of
the Western Diocese.
The committee is proud to announce that Hovig Krikorian's wonderful
voice and music will ensure the night to be an evening of
celebration. Dr. Varoujan Altebarmakian, Chair of the Diocesan
Council, will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the gala.
Festivities of the night will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a Cocktail
Reception and will continue with Dinner and an entertaining program.
For your invitation, please contact the Diocesan Office at
818-558-7474.
Primate TO Preside over Divine Liturgy
St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, Van Nuys
On May 21, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate,
will preside over Divine Liturgy at St. Peter Armenian Church in Van
Nuys. During the Liturgy, His Eminence will bestow the St. Nersess
the Graceful Medal of Honor upon Mr. and Mrs. Arpiar Janoyan, issued
by the Encyclical of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All
Armenians, in appreciation for their dedication and service to the
Armenian Apostolic Church.
Primate Attends Events by armenian Schools
On May 21, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate,
will attend the 25th anniversary celebrations of TCA Arshag
Dickranian School. The Primate will also attend the 13th annual
Paradon of the AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School.
OFFICE OF THE WESTERN DIOCESE
May 16, 2006
Burbank, California
3325 North Glenoaks Blvd.
Burbank, Ca 91504
Tel: 818-558-7474
Fax: 818-558-6333
Web: http://www.armenianchurchwd.com/
news from the western diocese
Primate Presides over DIVINE Liturgy
Armenian Apostolic Church of Burbank
On May 14, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of
the Western Diocese, presided over Divine Liturgy at the Burbank
Parish. He related his message bearing the theme, `Our Communion With
God' to Mother's Day, stating that our mothers have been the first
influence in our lives who have established within us a bond with
God.
On the occasion of Mother's Day he congratulated all mothers, and
asked the faithful in attendance to pray for one mother in
particular, Mrs. Sylva Natalie Manoogian, whose son Vahan will soon
depart to serve in the Army in Iraq. His Eminence prayed for Vahan's
safe return and the welfare of his parents. Mrs. Manoogian is the
Director of the Diocesan Library.
anglican armenian Dialogue
The Committee for Anglican-Armenian Dialogue met on May 15, 2006 at
All Saints' Episcopal Church in Pasadena to deepen the relations
between the two churches through collaboration in the various
missions of the two dioceses. During the meeting the representatives
of the churches also reflected upon the joint commemorative service
held at St. Mark Episcopal Church for the Armenian Genocide, the
first Genocide of the 20th Century.
Meeting of
Los Angeles COuncil of Religious Leaders
The monthly meeting of the Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders
will take place on May 17, 2006 at the Claremont School of Theology.
The meeting will also serve as an opportunity for the Religious
Leaders to get acquainted with the Claremont Seminary, where
currently two of our candidates onto the priesthood, Deacon Vahe
Abovian and Deacon Mayis Shahbazyan, are working on their degrees of
Master of Divinity.
Each month the monthly meetings of the Los Angeles Council of
Religious Leaders are hosted by a different religious group.
Primate Presides over meetings
The Summer Camp Committee and the Summer Camp Board will hold their
regular meetings at the Diocese on May 20, 2006, presided by His
Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate.
The summer camp program has served the youth of the Western Diocese
for over 40 years. If you or someone you know is interested in
attending Summer Camp 2006, please visit www.hyecamp.com
{http://www.hyecamp.com/} for more information.
To make camp part of your summer plans, follow these instructions:
Step 1: Pick a week of camp to attend
Week 1 - July 23, 2006 through July 29, 2006
Week 2 - July 30, 2006 through August 5, 2006
Week 3 - August 6, 2006 through August 12, 2006
Step 2: Visit our website www.hyecamp.com beginning Easter Sunday,
April 16, 2006
Step 3: Print out a camper application, fill it out and mail it in
Step 4: Get ready to make friends and memories that will last
forever!
Cathedral Fundraising and Celebration Gala
His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate will preside over
the Mother Cathedral Fundraising and Celebration Gala to be held on
Saturday, May 20, 2006, at the Kalaydjian Hall of the Western
Diocese, under the Chairmanship of Antranik Zorayan.
Total proceeds and donations received on the evening of May 20th
will benefit the construction of the long-awaited Mother Cathedral of
the Western Diocese.
The committee is proud to announce that Hovig Krikorian's wonderful
voice and music will ensure the night to be an evening of
celebration. Dr. Varoujan Altebarmakian, Chair of the Diocesan
Council, will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the gala.
Festivities of the night will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a Cocktail
Reception and will continue with Dinner and an entertaining program.
For your invitation, please contact the Diocesan Office at
818-558-7474.
Primate TO Preside over Divine Liturgy
St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, Van Nuys
On May 21, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate,
will preside over Divine Liturgy at St. Peter Armenian Church in Van
Nuys. During the Liturgy, His Eminence will bestow the St. Nersess
the Graceful Medal of Honor upon Mr. and Mrs. Arpiar Janoyan, issued
by the Encyclical of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All
Armenians, in appreciation for their dedication and service to the
Armenian Apostolic Church.
Primate Attends Events by armenian Schools
On May 21, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate,
will attend the 25th anniversary celebrations of TCA Arshag
Dickranian School. The Primate will also attend the 13th annual
Paradon of the AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School.
OFFICE OF THE WESTERN DIOCESE
May 16, 2006
Burbank, California