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March 19, 2010
PRESS RELEASE
Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate
6252 Honolulu Avenue
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Tel: (818) 248-7737
Fax: (818) 248-7745
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.westernprelacy.org
PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT ST. GARABED CHURCH
Sunday, March 21st, 2010, is the sixth Sunday of Great Lent, Sunday of
the Advent.
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will
preside over Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at St. Garabed
Church in Hollywood.
At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy, the Prelate will
preside over the 40th day requiem service in memory of the late
Archpriest Fr. Vatche Naccashian.
PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER OPENING OF ASBAREZ-HORIZON HEADQUARTERS
The official opening of the Asbarez Horizon new headquarters will take
place in the afternoon of Sunday, March 21st.
The Prelate will officiate over the opening of the
headquarters located in Little Armenia at 1203 N. Vermont Ave.
5TH ANNUAL `JAN TAVRIZ' BANQUET
On the evening of Saturday, March 21st, the 5th annual =80=9CJan
Tavriz' banquet of Iran's Tavriz Armenians will take place at the
Civic Auditorium in Glendale.
The Prelate, accompanied by Rev. Fr. Gomidas Torossian,
will convey his blessings to the organizers of the event.
ARMENIAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GALA
On the evening of Saturday, March 21st, 2010, the 11th annual awards
business gala of the Armenian American Chamber of Commerce will be
held at the Glendale Hilton.
During the banquet individuals and businesses will be
honored for their contributions to the community.
The Prelate will attend and deliver the invocation.
PRELATE CELEBRATES DIVINE LITURGY ON THE NAME DAY OF FORTY MARTYRS
CHURCH OF ORANGE COUNTY
On Sunday, March 14th, 2010, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian
celebrated Divine Liturgy at Forty Martyrs Church in Orange County on
the occasion of the Feast of the Forty Martyrs which is also the name
day of the church.
Assisting at the altar were Very Rev. Fr. Barthev Gulumian
and parish pastor Rev. Fr. Hrant Yeretzian.
Prior to his sermon, the Prelate gave thanks to God for
granting the opportunity to be with the Forty Martyrs parish
community, and called on the faithful to join him in prayer for peace
and harmony to all the peoples of the world. The Prelate remembered
the founders of Forty Martyrs Church and all the faithful servants who
driven by their faith, devoted their time and efforts to the
establishment and advancement of the church.
The Prelate's sermon focused on the lives and virtues of
the forty martyrs who were martyred in the year 316 for their
unyielding faith and devotion to God. The Prelate pointed out how
Sepastia lake became like a baptismal font for the martyred youth,
from where looking up to the heavens they saw the Light which is Jesus
Christ and received inspiration to remain steadfast in their faith.
Those who defended their faith and their faith in our Savior Jesus
Christ became worthy of eternal life while the one who faltered in his
faith and fled the freezing waters succumbed. Like the forty martyrs,
we too must live a life of faith and prayer and stand firm in our
devotion and loyalty to God so as not to allow anyone or any thing to
weaken our faith, said the Prelate, and concluded by urging the
faithful to become renewed by the inspiring lives of the forty
martyrs.
Following the service requiem was offered for the souls of
the late parish pastor and servants of the church, after which the
Prelate was led in a procession to `Gugasian' Hall to conduct the
blessing of madagh.
A luncheon followed at the hall. Rev. Fr. Hrant Yeretzian
welcomed the faithful and expressed his thanks to the Prelate for
joining the community on this occasion and to Fr. Barthev for
participating in the services. He continued, thanking Executive
Council Chair Dr. Garo Agopian, church and hall sponsors Keuylian and
Gugasian families, and sponsors of the day's madagh, the Tatarian
family. A short cultural program also took place.
In his message, the Prelate commended the Ladies Guild and
all those who worked hard to prepare for the day. He invited the
community to gather around the church and unite their efforts, working
in harmony for the splendor of Forty Martyrs Church and the parish
community of Orange County.
The day came to a close with the benediction by the
Prelate.
TAVLIAN PRE-SCHOOL STUDENTS VISIT THE PRELACY
On the morning of Tuesday, March 16th, 2010, Tavlian Pre-School
students, accompanied by director Mrs. Helen Manoucherian, teachers
and parents, visited the Prelacy. Upon their arrival, the students
were led to the `St. Dertad and St. Ashkhen' Chapel where they were
greeted by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, Very
Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian, and Very Rev. Fr. Barthev Gulumian. In the
Chapel, the students sang the Lord's Prayer and followed as the
Prelate and Rev. Fathers conducted a brief Lent Sunrise service.
The students then headed to the `Dikran and Zarouhie Der
Ghazarian' Hall where they presented a program of songs and
recitations, after which they presented the Prelate with a hand made
memento.
Following a tour of the bookstore, the students gathered
in the reception room where the Prelate conveyed his message and
presented the students, teachers, and parents with mementos.
PRELATE WELCOMES V & A CHAMLIAN SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
On the afternoon of Tuesday, March 16th, 2010, H.E. Archbishop
Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of Vahan and Anoush
Chamlian School Principal Mr. Vazken Madenlian.
During the visit, the Prelate presented Mr. Madenlian with
the letter of blessing of H.H. Catholicos Aram I on the 35th
anniversary of the school.
The 35th anniversary banquet took place on March 6th,
2010, under the auspices of and with the attendance of the Prelate and
Executive Council members, during which the Prelate commended the
mission and continued successes of the school.
PRELACY REPRESENTATIVES PARTICIPATE IN L.A. COUNTY SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT CLERGY COUNCIL MEETING
On Tuesday, March 16th, 2010, Chaplain Rafi Garabedian and
Rev. Fr. Ashod Kambourian, both of whom are involved in the Prelacy
prison ministry, attended the Executive Clergy Council meeting of the
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
The Council is comprised of volunteer clergy and lay
leaders who work in collaboration with the Sheriff's Department to
identify and address community issues and improve quality of life for
L.A. area residents. The meeting was called to discuss upcoming
events for the coming year. The next meeting will be held on June 15.
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
PRESS RELEASE
Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate
6252 Honolulu Avenue
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Tel: (818) 248-7737
Fax: (818) 248-7745
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.westernprelacy.org
PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT ST. GARABED CHURCH
Sunday, March 21st, 2010, is the sixth Sunday of Great Lent, Sunday of
the Advent.
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will
preside over Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at St. Garabed
Church in Hollywood.
At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy, the Prelate will
preside over the 40th day requiem service in memory of the late
Archpriest Fr. Vatche Naccashian.
PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER OPENING OF ASBAREZ-HORIZON HEADQUARTERS
The official opening of the Asbarez Horizon new headquarters will take
place in the afternoon of Sunday, March 21st.
The Prelate will officiate over the opening of the
headquarters located in Little Armenia at 1203 N. Vermont Ave.
5TH ANNUAL `JAN TAVRIZ' BANQUET
On the evening of Saturday, March 21st, the 5th annual =80=9CJan
Tavriz' banquet of Iran's Tavriz Armenians will take place at the
Civic Auditorium in Glendale.
The Prelate, accompanied by Rev. Fr. Gomidas Torossian,
will convey his blessings to the organizers of the event.
ARMENIAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GALA
On the evening of Saturday, March 21st, 2010, the 11th annual awards
business gala of the Armenian American Chamber of Commerce will be
held at the Glendale Hilton.
During the banquet individuals and businesses will be
honored for their contributions to the community.
The Prelate will attend and deliver the invocation.
PRELATE CELEBRATES DIVINE LITURGY ON THE NAME DAY OF FORTY MARTYRS
CHURCH OF ORANGE COUNTY
On Sunday, March 14th, 2010, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian
celebrated Divine Liturgy at Forty Martyrs Church in Orange County on
the occasion of the Feast of the Forty Martyrs which is also the name
day of the church.
Assisting at the altar were Very Rev. Fr. Barthev Gulumian
and parish pastor Rev. Fr. Hrant Yeretzian.
Prior to his sermon, the Prelate gave thanks to God for
granting the opportunity to be with the Forty Martyrs parish
community, and called on the faithful to join him in prayer for peace
and harmony to all the peoples of the world. The Prelate remembered
the founders of Forty Martyrs Church and all the faithful servants who
driven by their faith, devoted their time and efforts to the
establishment and advancement of the church.
The Prelate's sermon focused on the lives and virtues of
the forty martyrs who were martyred in the year 316 for their
unyielding faith and devotion to God. The Prelate pointed out how
Sepastia lake became like a baptismal font for the martyred youth,
from where looking up to the heavens they saw the Light which is Jesus
Christ and received inspiration to remain steadfast in their faith.
Those who defended their faith and their faith in our Savior Jesus
Christ became worthy of eternal life while the one who faltered in his
faith and fled the freezing waters succumbed. Like the forty martyrs,
we too must live a life of faith and prayer and stand firm in our
devotion and loyalty to God so as not to allow anyone or any thing to
weaken our faith, said the Prelate, and concluded by urging the
faithful to become renewed by the inspiring lives of the forty
martyrs.
Following the service requiem was offered for the souls of
the late parish pastor and servants of the church, after which the
Prelate was led in a procession to `Gugasian' Hall to conduct the
blessing of madagh.
A luncheon followed at the hall. Rev. Fr. Hrant Yeretzian
welcomed the faithful and expressed his thanks to the Prelate for
joining the community on this occasion and to Fr. Barthev for
participating in the services. He continued, thanking Executive
Council Chair Dr. Garo Agopian, church and hall sponsors Keuylian and
Gugasian families, and sponsors of the day's madagh, the Tatarian
family. A short cultural program also took place.
In his message, the Prelate commended the Ladies Guild and
all those who worked hard to prepare for the day. He invited the
community to gather around the church and unite their efforts, working
in harmony for the splendor of Forty Martyrs Church and the parish
community of Orange County.
The day came to a close with the benediction by the
Prelate.
TAVLIAN PRE-SCHOOL STUDENTS VISIT THE PRELACY
On the morning of Tuesday, March 16th, 2010, Tavlian Pre-School
students, accompanied by director Mrs. Helen Manoucherian, teachers
and parents, visited the Prelacy. Upon their arrival, the students
were led to the `St. Dertad and St. Ashkhen' Chapel where they were
greeted by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, Very
Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian, and Very Rev. Fr. Barthev Gulumian. In the
Chapel, the students sang the Lord's Prayer and followed as the
Prelate and Rev. Fathers conducted a brief Lent Sunrise service.
The students then headed to the `Dikran and Zarouhie Der
Ghazarian' Hall where they presented a program of songs and
recitations, after which they presented the Prelate with a hand made
memento.
Following a tour of the bookstore, the students gathered
in the reception room where the Prelate conveyed his message and
presented the students, teachers, and parents with mementos.
PRELATE WELCOMES V & A CHAMLIAN SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
On the afternoon of Tuesday, March 16th, 2010, H.E. Archbishop
Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of Vahan and Anoush
Chamlian School Principal Mr. Vazken Madenlian.
During the visit, the Prelate presented Mr. Madenlian with
the letter of blessing of H.H. Catholicos Aram I on the 35th
anniversary of the school.
The 35th anniversary banquet took place on March 6th,
2010, under the auspices of and with the attendance of the Prelate and
Executive Council members, during which the Prelate commended the
mission and continued successes of the school.
PRELACY REPRESENTATIVES PARTICIPATE IN L.A. COUNTY SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT CLERGY COUNCIL MEETING
On Tuesday, March 16th, 2010, Chaplain Rafi Garabedian and
Rev. Fr. Ashod Kambourian, both of whom are involved in the Prelacy
prison ministry, attended the Executive Clergy Council meeting of the
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
The Council is comprised of volunteer clergy and lay
leaders who work in collaboration with the Sheriff's Department to
identify and address community issues and improve quality of life for
L.A. area residents. The meeting was called to discuss upcoming
events for the coming year. The next meeting will be held on June 15.
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress