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Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 686-0710 | Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: [26]www.armenianchurch-ed.net
26. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
TOP STORY April 21, 2011
_Christ is Risen! _
This Sunday, the worldwide Armenian Church will celebrate the Feast of the
Glorious Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ-the most important day of the
year in our church calendar. This year, for the first time ever, Easter
falls on the same day Armenians traditionally observe the anniversary of the
1915 Armenian Genocide.
On Easter Sunday, April 24, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern), will celebrate the
Divine Liturgy at St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral, and reflect on the
significance of both occasions in his homily. The Divine Liturgy will begin
at 10:30 a.m.
Aso Tavitian will serve as the godfather of the release of doves ceremony on
the cathedral plaza following services. The AGBU Antranig Dance Ensemble
will perform traditional Armenian dances on the plaza.
Click to read the Easter messages of [4]His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme
Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, and of [5]Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian.
Links:
4. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/CatholicosEasterMessage.pdf
5. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/eastern-diocese/the-primate/writings
View the complete schedule of [6]Holy Week and Easter Sunday services at the
cathedral, or [7]contact your local parish for information on services in
your area.
Links:
6. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/holy-week-at-st-vartan-armenian-cathedral
7. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/contact/parish-directory
[8]Click here to learn more about Easter.
Links:
8. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/feasts/easter-2/holy-week/#null;
_Commemorating Armenian Martyrs Day _
This year Armenian Martyrs Day will be observed in New York through events
on Monday, April 25 and Sunday, May 1. On Monday, April 25, the Divine
Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral at 11 a.m. It
will be followed by a requiem service and a memorial meal.
Also on April 25, the Genocide memorial trees surrounding the plaza of St.
Vartan Cathedral will be re-dedicated following services on the occasion of
their 35th anniversary. The tree plots were refurbished and restored through
the generosity of Adrienne Alexanian, in memory of her parents, Edward and
Grace Alexanian.
On Sunday, May 1, the Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Vartan
Cathedral at 10:30 a.m. It will be followed by a requiem service and a
blessing of _madagh_. The annual Genocide Commemoration sponsored by the
Mid-Atlantic Knights and Daughters of Vartan will be held in Times Square at
2 p.m.
Also in commemoration of the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the
St. Vartan Cathedral Council will host an art exhibition featuring the work
of Mher Khachatryan, from April 24 to May 1, in Guild Hall of the Diocesan
Center.
Scripture of the Week
Acts 1:15-26
Mk 16:2-8
Prayer of the week
Guard us, O Christ our God, in peace under the shadow of your holy and
venerable Cross. Deliver us from the visible and invisible enemy. Make us
worthy to give you thanks and to glorify you together with the Father and
the Holy Spirit, now and always and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_21 April:_ Holy Thursday
_22 April:_ Holy Friday
_23 April:_ Holy Saturday (Easter Eve)
_24 April:_ Easter Sunday; Armenian Martyrs Day
_25 April:_ Remembrance of the Dead
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
_WCC Releases Statement on Armenian Genocide_
On April 14, the World Council of Churches, comprised of 349 churches,
released a message commemorating the Armenian Genocide.
The message, which appears on the WCC's website, marked the first time the
WCC has officially made a public statement on the 1915 massacres.
Remembering and honoring the 1.5 million victims, the World Council of
Churches addressed the need for public recognition of the Armenians
Genocide.
Under the auspices of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, Archbishop Vicken Aykazian, Ecumenical Director
at the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America and former
president of the National Council of Churches, along with Bishop Hovakim
Manukian, director of Inter-Church Relations at Holy Etchmiadzin, worked
with leaders of the World Council of Churches and the Conference of European
Churches on the Armenian Martyrs Day message.
[9]
Click here to read the full statement.
Links:
9. http://www.oikoumene.org/en/resources/documents/general-secretary/wider-ecumenical-movement-incl-wcc/message-for-the-armenian-genocide-remembrance-day.html
DIOCESAN NEWS
Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA, will host this year's Diocesan
Assembly.
_109th Diocesan Assembly Begins Next Week_
Next week, clergy and lay delegates from across the Diocese will gather in
Boston, MA, for the 109th Diocesan Assembly. Themed `Vocations-The Call to
Serve: Ministry of the Faithful,' the Assembly will be hosted by Holy
Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA.
The Assembly proceedings will be held at the Park Plaza Hotel in Boston,
from Thursday, April 28 to Saturday, April 30 (the Divine Liturgy will be
celebrated at Holy Trinity Church on Sunday, May 1). The Assembly will be
preceded by the annual Clergy Conference, which will be held at the Connors
Family Retreat and Conference Center in Dover, MA, from Tuesday, April 26 to
Thursday, April 28.
A banquet will be held on Friday, April 29, to honor this year's `Armenian
Church Member of the Year' and `Friend of the Armenians.' The awards will be
presented to [10]Mr. Sarkis Bedevian and [11]Governor Deval Patrick,
respectively. Recognition will also be extended to board members of the
Armenian Heritage Foundation, which is working to build the Armenian
Heritage Park in Boston.
Links:
10. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/sarkis-bedevian-named-member-of-the-year-by-eastern-diocese
11. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/eastern-diocese-names-mass-gov-deval-patrick-as-its-friend-of-the-armenians-for-2011
Banquet tickets may be purchased until Friday, April 22. [12]Click here for
more information. For more information about the Assembly, [13]click here.
Links:
12. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=446ec1ff5b&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
13. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=6865ccda2c&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
_Women's Guild Assembly and Luncheon_
The Women's Guild will host its annual assembly concurrent with the Diocesan
Assembly in Boston, from April 29-30. On April 30, the Women's Guild will
hold its second annual `Woman of Wonder Luncheon.' This year's honoree is
Helene Dorian of Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge.
Click for [14]information on the event and [15]sponsorship opportunities
(please note that donations in honor of Ms. Dorian may also be made to the
Diocese's St. Vartan Camp).
Links:
14. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=f44ec580d2&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
15. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=f245d22cf3&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
Fr. Guregh Davtyan (left) and Fr. Vartan Navasardyan.
_Clergy from Armenia Visit Eastern Diocese_
With the blessings of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, two priests from Armenia-Very Rev. Fr. Vartan
Navasardyan and Very Rev. Fr. Guregh Davtyan-arrived in the Eastern Diocese
this week. They will observe the proceedings of the Diocesan Assembly and
visit several parishes of the Eastern Diocese.
Both are graduates of the Gevorkyan Theological Seminary at Holy
Etchmiadzin. Fr. Navasardyan was ordained to the holy priesthood in 2003. He
serves as the director of the Department of Christian Education at Holy
Etchmiadzin. Fr. Davtyan was ordained in 2009, and serves as the dean of St.
Shoghakat Church in Vagharshapat, Armenia.
Suren Martirosyan receives the top award for his performance in the Academic
Olympiad in economics.
_FAR Mathevosian Scholar Wins Academic Competition_
Suren Martirosyan, a fourth-year economics student at Yerevan State
University and a recipient of FAR's Mathevosian scholarship, won the
university's Academic Olympiad competition in economics, which was held
recently in Tsaghkadzor, Armenia. Following his success in the competition,
Martirosyan received and accepted a job offer from Prometey Bank=80'a
commercial bank in Armenia.
Martirosyan is just one of FAR's many Mathevosian scholars. The scholarship
program provides much-needed assistance to students from low-income
families, allowing them to study at Armenia's leading academic institutions,
and ultimately find work in their fields of specialization.
[16]
Click here to read more on FAR's blog.
Links:
16. http://blog.farusa.org/2011/04/13/far-scholarships-mathevosian-scholar-wins-economics-olympiad-receives-job-offer
FAR will honor the beloved artist and humanitarian Charles Aznavour in New
York on May 20.
_FAR's Tribute to Charles Aznavour Next Month _
As announced previously, on Friday, May 20, the Fund for Armenian Relief
will mark the 20th anniversary of Armenia's independence with a grand
tribute honoring a beloved Armenian artist of international standing:
Charles Aznavour.
Since the 1988 earthquake, Mr. Aznavour, through his _Aznavour Pour
L'Armenie _foundation, has been a major force in humanitarian aid to
Armenia.
FAR will honor this great artist, humanitarian, diplomat, and visionary in
the elegant setting of New York's Cipriani Wall Street. Charles Aznavour
will be traveling to New York to receive the admiration of the community in
person.
As news of the tribute has spread, an impressive roster of dignitaries have
lent their names to the tribute's Honorary Committee, including fellow
artists Liza Minnelli, Elton John, Celine Dion, Placido Domingo, Tony Benet,
and Atom Egoyan. Also gracing the committee are Vartan Gregorian (president
of the Carnegie Corporation), Clive Gillinson (artistic director of Carnegie
Hall), Reynold Levy (president of the Lincoln Center for the Performing
Arts), Joseph Polisi (president of the Juilliard School), and the French and
Armenian ambassadors to the U.S. and U.N.
Actor Eric Bogosian will entertain guests at the tribute as its Master of
Ceremonies. Tickets for the Friday, May 20 tribute are still available
online at [17]www.farusa.org.
Links:
17. http://www.farusa.org
PARISH NEWS
(front row, from left) Fr. Papken Anoushian, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian,
and Krikor Markarian with parishioners at St. Thomas Church.
_Primate Visits St. Thomas Church of Tenafly, NJ _
On April 17, Diocesan Primate Archbishop Khajag Barsamian continued an
annual tradition of spending Palm Sunday with the parishioners of St. Thomas
Church of Tenafly, NJ. The Primate celebrated the Divine Liturgy, delivered
the homily, and presided over a celebratory dinner.
After services, St. Thomas' pastor, the Very Rev. Fr. Papken Anoushian,
offered a prayer to start the banquet honoring the parish's 46th
consecration anniversary. During the program, the parish honored Krikor
Markarian with the `St. Thomas Award.'
Since Palm Sunday is ACYOA Day in the Eastern Diocese, the parish ACYOA
Juniors helped serve the meal, and the group advisor, Peter Afarian,
presented Fr. Anoushian with a $1,000 donation for the church.
[18]Click here to read more.
Links:
18. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/primate-visits-st-thomas-church-on-palm-sunday
Vartouhie Papazian teaches children how to make _choreg_ from scratch.
_Children Enjoy Special Program at St. Vartan Cathedral _
On Palm Sunday, April 17, the St. Vartan Cathedral Council hosted a
`Children's Day' program for children ages 5-12.
Some 30 participants explored the significance and traditions of Holy Week,
learned the art of _choreg_ baking, and took part in arts and crafts
activities. They also participated in the celebration of the Divine Liturgy
and the Palm Sunday procession, and enjoyed a lunch with their peers.
The event was chaired by Linda Kirishjian. St. Vartan Cathedral Council
members Araks Yeramyan Andrews, Richard Manuelian, and Avedis Ohannessian
were present. Also assisting the council was Dn. Sebuh Oscherician.
The Divine Liturgy was celebrated by the Rev. Fr. Mardiros Chevian, dean of
St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral. Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian delivered the
day's sermon in Armenian. [19]Click here to view the day's photos.
Links:
19. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/St-Vartan-Armenian-Cathedral/Palm-Sunday-at-St-Vartan/16717010_ftHZhP#1260865306_NfD22h2
Tom Mooradian (lower right) with Fr. Hakob Gevorgyan , Antranig Garibian,
and Sabrina Garibian.
_Cheltenham, PA, Parish Hosts Book Reading _
On Sunday April 10, Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA, welcomed Tom and
Jan Mooradian. Mr. Mooradian gave a talk about his memoir _The Repatriate_,
which tells the story of his experiences in Soviet Armenia in the 1940s and
50s.
A rising high school basketball star in Detroit, Mr. Mooradian made a trip
to Armenia in 1947, where he unknowingly became a Soviet citizen under the
repatriation program and was barred from returning to the United States. Mr.
Mooradian joined Soviet Armenia's national team and spent the next decade
playing basketball in the Soviet Union.
During his talk this month, Mr. Mooradian also shared stories of his life in
the United States after his return from Soviet Armenia. Following the
program, Mr. Mooradian answered questions and signed books. [20]Click here
for more information about _The Repatriate_.
Links:
20. http://www.tommooradian.com
Young people take part in a procession to Lowell City Hall last Saturday.
_Armenian Martyrs Day Commemorated in Lowell, MA_
On Saturday, April 16, three Massachusetts churches gathered to commemorate
the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in Lowell, MA. Participants
led a procession to City Hall, where clergy led prayers and a flag-raising
ceremony was held at the location of a memorial monument the community plans
to build by the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in 2015.
Two Diocesan parishes-Sts. Vartanantz Church of Chelmsford and Hye Pointe
Church of Haverhill-as well as the St. Gregory Church of North Andover took
part in the ceremonies. Also present were Lowell mayor Jim Milinazzo and
other local officials, as well as the Armenian-American Veterans of Lowell
and members of other Armenian organizations.
[21]Click here to read a story about last week's commemoration in the local
paper.
Links:
21. http://www.lowellsun.com/ci_17867668?IADID=Search-www.lowellsun.com-www.lowellsun.com
Fr. Vart Gyozalian at the Hye Pointe Armenian Genocide memorial.
_Hye Pointe Parish Commemorates Armenian Martyrs Day_
The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe in Haverhill, MA, observed
Armenian Martyrs Day with a requiem service and program on Tuesday, April
12. The service was held at the church's Armenian Genocide _khatchkar_
memorial.
Haverhill mayor James Fiorentini read the town's proclamation commemorating
the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The Rev. Fr. Vart Gyozalian
delivered a message.
A reception followed in the Haverhill Town Hall.
_UPCOMING EVENTS _
_Holy Trinity Church | Cheltenham, PA_
On Saturday, April 23, Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA, will join four
other Philadelphia-area Armenian churches for the fourth consecutive
Armenian Genocide Walk for Justice. The walk will begin at the Philadelphia
Art Museum and conclude at the Philadelphia Independence Visitors Center.
The program will consist of a cultural performance by the Ararat Dance
Ensemble, remarks by political and civic leaders, and a keynote speech by
attorney Mark Geragos. [22]Click here for more information on the event.
Links:
22. http://www.armeniangenocidewalk.com
_Church of the Holy Resurrection | New Britain, CT_
The Church of the Holy Resurrection of New Britain, CT, will commemorate the
96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide with a requiem service and program
on Monday, April 25, beginning at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Nicolas George Mumejian will be the guest speaker. Special
recognition will be extended to the honorable John Geragosian. [23]Click
here for more information.
Links:
23. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/newbritain.pdf
_St. John Church | Southfield, MI_
At St. John Church of Southfield, MI, the ACYOA Seniors and Juniors
installed1,500 white crosses on church grounds in memory of the 1.5 million
martyrs of theArmenian Genocide. As part of this year's project, the ACYOA
asked parishioners to dedicate a cross in memory of or in honor of a loved
one, or a village in historic Armenia.
On Monday, April 25, a requiem service and wreath-laying ceremony will be
held at the church's Martyrs Monument. A _madagh_ dinner and program will
follow. For more information, contact the church at (248) 569-3405.
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY_
The Women's Guild of St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY,
will host a Ladies Boutique Luncheon on Saturday, April 30, beginning at
12:30 p.m.
The stylish fundraiser will feature unique shopping kiosks, silent auction
opportunities, and a chef-prepared lunch.
Admission is $45 per person (reservations must be made in advance). Proceeds
from the event will go toward St. Gregory the Enlightener Church. [24]Click
here for more information.
Links:
24. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=a7b2681458&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
YOUTH NEWS
Hasmig Tatiossian (second from left) spoke about the ACYOA and FAR in
Cheltenham, PA.
_ACYOA Day Celebrated on Palm Sunday Across Diocese _
Parishes throughout the Eastern Diocese observed ACYOA Day as part of their
traditional Palm Sunday celebrations on April 17.
For the occasion, members of the ACYOA Central Council projected out to
local communities across the Diocese, where they gave presentations about
the organization's recent projects and met with youth leaders.
[25]Click here to read more.
Links:
25. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news-archive/acyoa-day-celebrated-across-the-diocese
A NOTE TO OUR READERS
The Diocese's e-Newsletter will not be published on Thursday, April 28,
while the Diocesan Assembly is in session. We look forward to resuming
e-Newsletter publication on Thursday, May 5.
May our Lord's glorious resurrection inspire you with hope, and strengthen
you with the knowledge of God's love, throughout the coming year.
_Krisdos haryav ee merelotz! __Orhnyal eh harootiunun Krisdosee!_
Christ is risen from the dead! Blessed is the resurrection of Christ!
From: A. Papazian
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 686-0710 | Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: [26]www.armenianchurch-ed.net
26. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
TOP STORY April 21, 2011
_Christ is Risen! _
This Sunday, the worldwide Armenian Church will celebrate the Feast of the
Glorious Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ-the most important day of the
year in our church calendar. This year, for the first time ever, Easter
falls on the same day Armenians traditionally observe the anniversary of the
1915 Armenian Genocide.
On Easter Sunday, April 24, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern), will celebrate the
Divine Liturgy at St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral, and reflect on the
significance of both occasions in his homily. The Divine Liturgy will begin
at 10:30 a.m.
Aso Tavitian will serve as the godfather of the release of doves ceremony on
the cathedral plaza following services. The AGBU Antranig Dance Ensemble
will perform traditional Armenian dances on the plaza.
Click to read the Easter messages of [4]His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme
Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, and of [5]Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian.
Links:
4. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/CatholicosEasterMessage.pdf
5. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/eastern-diocese/the-primate/writings
View the complete schedule of [6]Holy Week and Easter Sunday services at the
cathedral, or [7]contact your local parish for information on services in
your area.
Links:
6. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/holy-week-at-st-vartan-armenian-cathedral
7. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/contact/parish-directory
[8]Click here to learn more about Easter.
Links:
8. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/feasts/easter-2/holy-week/#null;
_Commemorating Armenian Martyrs Day _
This year Armenian Martyrs Day will be observed in New York through events
on Monday, April 25 and Sunday, May 1. On Monday, April 25, the Divine
Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral at 11 a.m. It
will be followed by a requiem service and a memorial meal.
Also on April 25, the Genocide memorial trees surrounding the plaza of St.
Vartan Cathedral will be re-dedicated following services on the occasion of
their 35th anniversary. The tree plots were refurbished and restored through
the generosity of Adrienne Alexanian, in memory of her parents, Edward and
Grace Alexanian.
On Sunday, May 1, the Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Vartan
Cathedral at 10:30 a.m. It will be followed by a requiem service and a
blessing of _madagh_. The annual Genocide Commemoration sponsored by the
Mid-Atlantic Knights and Daughters of Vartan will be held in Times Square at
2 p.m.
Also in commemoration of the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the
St. Vartan Cathedral Council will host an art exhibition featuring the work
of Mher Khachatryan, from April 24 to May 1, in Guild Hall of the Diocesan
Center.
Scripture of the Week
Acts 1:15-26
Mk 16:2-8
Prayer of the week
Guard us, O Christ our God, in peace under the shadow of your holy and
venerable Cross. Deliver us from the visible and invisible enemy. Make us
worthy to give you thanks and to glorify you together with the Father and
the Holy Spirit, now and always and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_21 April:_ Holy Thursday
_22 April:_ Holy Friday
_23 April:_ Holy Saturday (Easter Eve)
_24 April:_ Easter Sunday; Armenian Martyrs Day
_25 April:_ Remembrance of the Dead
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
_WCC Releases Statement on Armenian Genocide_
On April 14, the World Council of Churches, comprised of 349 churches,
released a message commemorating the Armenian Genocide.
The message, which appears on the WCC's website, marked the first time the
WCC has officially made a public statement on the 1915 massacres.
Remembering and honoring the 1.5 million victims, the World Council of
Churches addressed the need for public recognition of the Armenians
Genocide.
Under the auspices of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, Archbishop Vicken Aykazian, Ecumenical Director
at the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America and former
president of the National Council of Churches, along with Bishop Hovakim
Manukian, director of Inter-Church Relations at Holy Etchmiadzin, worked
with leaders of the World Council of Churches and the Conference of European
Churches on the Armenian Martyrs Day message.
[9]
Click here to read the full statement.
Links:
9. http://www.oikoumene.org/en/resources/documents/general-secretary/wider-ecumenical-movement-incl-wcc/message-for-the-armenian-genocide-remembrance-day.html
DIOCESAN NEWS
Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA, will host this year's Diocesan
Assembly.
_109th Diocesan Assembly Begins Next Week_
Next week, clergy and lay delegates from across the Diocese will gather in
Boston, MA, for the 109th Diocesan Assembly. Themed `Vocations-The Call to
Serve: Ministry of the Faithful,' the Assembly will be hosted by Holy
Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA.
The Assembly proceedings will be held at the Park Plaza Hotel in Boston,
from Thursday, April 28 to Saturday, April 30 (the Divine Liturgy will be
celebrated at Holy Trinity Church on Sunday, May 1). The Assembly will be
preceded by the annual Clergy Conference, which will be held at the Connors
Family Retreat and Conference Center in Dover, MA, from Tuesday, April 26 to
Thursday, April 28.
A banquet will be held on Friday, April 29, to honor this year's `Armenian
Church Member of the Year' and `Friend of the Armenians.' The awards will be
presented to [10]Mr. Sarkis Bedevian and [11]Governor Deval Patrick,
respectively. Recognition will also be extended to board members of the
Armenian Heritage Foundation, which is working to build the Armenian
Heritage Park in Boston.
Links:
10. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/sarkis-bedevian-named-member-of-the-year-by-eastern-diocese
11. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/eastern-diocese-names-mass-gov-deval-patrick-as-its-friend-of-the-armenians-for-2011
Banquet tickets may be purchased until Friday, April 22. [12]Click here for
more information. For more information about the Assembly, [13]click here.
Links:
12. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=446ec1ff5b&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
13. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=6865ccda2c&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
_Women's Guild Assembly and Luncheon_
The Women's Guild will host its annual assembly concurrent with the Diocesan
Assembly in Boston, from April 29-30. On April 30, the Women's Guild will
hold its second annual `Woman of Wonder Luncheon.' This year's honoree is
Helene Dorian of Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge.
Click for [14]information on the event and [15]sponsorship opportunities
(please note that donations in honor of Ms. Dorian may also be made to the
Diocese's St. Vartan Camp).
Links:
14. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=f44ec580d2&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
15. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=f245d22cf3&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
Fr. Guregh Davtyan (left) and Fr. Vartan Navasardyan.
_Clergy from Armenia Visit Eastern Diocese_
With the blessings of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, two priests from Armenia-Very Rev. Fr. Vartan
Navasardyan and Very Rev. Fr. Guregh Davtyan-arrived in the Eastern Diocese
this week. They will observe the proceedings of the Diocesan Assembly and
visit several parishes of the Eastern Diocese.
Both are graduates of the Gevorkyan Theological Seminary at Holy
Etchmiadzin. Fr. Navasardyan was ordained to the holy priesthood in 2003. He
serves as the director of the Department of Christian Education at Holy
Etchmiadzin. Fr. Davtyan was ordained in 2009, and serves as the dean of St.
Shoghakat Church in Vagharshapat, Armenia.
Suren Martirosyan receives the top award for his performance in the Academic
Olympiad in economics.
_FAR Mathevosian Scholar Wins Academic Competition_
Suren Martirosyan, a fourth-year economics student at Yerevan State
University and a recipient of FAR's Mathevosian scholarship, won the
university's Academic Olympiad competition in economics, which was held
recently in Tsaghkadzor, Armenia. Following his success in the competition,
Martirosyan received and accepted a job offer from Prometey Bank=80'a
commercial bank in Armenia.
Martirosyan is just one of FAR's many Mathevosian scholars. The scholarship
program provides much-needed assistance to students from low-income
families, allowing them to study at Armenia's leading academic institutions,
and ultimately find work in their fields of specialization.
[16]
Click here to read more on FAR's blog.
Links:
16. http://blog.farusa.org/2011/04/13/far-scholarships-mathevosian-scholar-wins-economics-olympiad-receives-job-offer
FAR will honor the beloved artist and humanitarian Charles Aznavour in New
York on May 20.
_FAR's Tribute to Charles Aznavour Next Month _
As announced previously, on Friday, May 20, the Fund for Armenian Relief
will mark the 20th anniversary of Armenia's independence with a grand
tribute honoring a beloved Armenian artist of international standing:
Charles Aznavour.
Since the 1988 earthquake, Mr. Aznavour, through his _Aznavour Pour
L'Armenie _foundation, has been a major force in humanitarian aid to
Armenia.
FAR will honor this great artist, humanitarian, diplomat, and visionary in
the elegant setting of New York's Cipriani Wall Street. Charles Aznavour
will be traveling to New York to receive the admiration of the community in
person.
As news of the tribute has spread, an impressive roster of dignitaries have
lent their names to the tribute's Honorary Committee, including fellow
artists Liza Minnelli, Elton John, Celine Dion, Placido Domingo, Tony Benet,
and Atom Egoyan. Also gracing the committee are Vartan Gregorian (president
of the Carnegie Corporation), Clive Gillinson (artistic director of Carnegie
Hall), Reynold Levy (president of the Lincoln Center for the Performing
Arts), Joseph Polisi (president of the Juilliard School), and the French and
Armenian ambassadors to the U.S. and U.N.
Actor Eric Bogosian will entertain guests at the tribute as its Master of
Ceremonies. Tickets for the Friday, May 20 tribute are still available
online at [17]www.farusa.org.
Links:
17. http://www.farusa.org
PARISH NEWS
(front row, from left) Fr. Papken Anoushian, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian,
and Krikor Markarian with parishioners at St. Thomas Church.
_Primate Visits St. Thomas Church of Tenafly, NJ _
On April 17, Diocesan Primate Archbishop Khajag Barsamian continued an
annual tradition of spending Palm Sunday with the parishioners of St. Thomas
Church of Tenafly, NJ. The Primate celebrated the Divine Liturgy, delivered
the homily, and presided over a celebratory dinner.
After services, St. Thomas' pastor, the Very Rev. Fr. Papken Anoushian,
offered a prayer to start the banquet honoring the parish's 46th
consecration anniversary. During the program, the parish honored Krikor
Markarian with the `St. Thomas Award.'
Since Palm Sunday is ACYOA Day in the Eastern Diocese, the parish ACYOA
Juniors helped serve the meal, and the group advisor, Peter Afarian,
presented Fr. Anoushian with a $1,000 donation for the church.
[18]Click here to read more.
Links:
18. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/primate-visits-st-thomas-church-on-palm-sunday
Vartouhie Papazian teaches children how to make _choreg_ from scratch.
_Children Enjoy Special Program at St. Vartan Cathedral _
On Palm Sunday, April 17, the St. Vartan Cathedral Council hosted a
`Children's Day' program for children ages 5-12.
Some 30 participants explored the significance and traditions of Holy Week,
learned the art of _choreg_ baking, and took part in arts and crafts
activities. They also participated in the celebration of the Divine Liturgy
and the Palm Sunday procession, and enjoyed a lunch with their peers.
The event was chaired by Linda Kirishjian. St. Vartan Cathedral Council
members Araks Yeramyan Andrews, Richard Manuelian, and Avedis Ohannessian
were present. Also assisting the council was Dn. Sebuh Oscherician.
The Divine Liturgy was celebrated by the Rev. Fr. Mardiros Chevian, dean of
St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral. Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian delivered the
day's sermon in Armenian. [19]Click here to view the day's photos.
Links:
19. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/St-Vartan-Armenian-Cathedral/Palm-Sunday-at-St-Vartan/16717010_ftHZhP#1260865306_NfD22h2
Tom Mooradian (lower right) with Fr. Hakob Gevorgyan , Antranig Garibian,
and Sabrina Garibian.
_Cheltenham, PA, Parish Hosts Book Reading _
On Sunday April 10, Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA, welcomed Tom and
Jan Mooradian. Mr. Mooradian gave a talk about his memoir _The Repatriate_,
which tells the story of his experiences in Soviet Armenia in the 1940s and
50s.
A rising high school basketball star in Detroit, Mr. Mooradian made a trip
to Armenia in 1947, where he unknowingly became a Soviet citizen under the
repatriation program and was barred from returning to the United States. Mr.
Mooradian joined Soviet Armenia's national team and spent the next decade
playing basketball in the Soviet Union.
During his talk this month, Mr. Mooradian also shared stories of his life in
the United States after his return from Soviet Armenia. Following the
program, Mr. Mooradian answered questions and signed books. [20]Click here
for more information about _The Repatriate_.
Links:
20. http://www.tommooradian.com
Young people take part in a procession to Lowell City Hall last Saturday.
_Armenian Martyrs Day Commemorated in Lowell, MA_
On Saturday, April 16, three Massachusetts churches gathered to commemorate
the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in Lowell, MA. Participants
led a procession to City Hall, where clergy led prayers and a flag-raising
ceremony was held at the location of a memorial monument the community plans
to build by the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in 2015.
Two Diocesan parishes-Sts. Vartanantz Church of Chelmsford and Hye Pointe
Church of Haverhill-as well as the St. Gregory Church of North Andover took
part in the ceremonies. Also present were Lowell mayor Jim Milinazzo and
other local officials, as well as the Armenian-American Veterans of Lowell
and members of other Armenian organizations.
[21]Click here to read a story about last week's commemoration in the local
paper.
Links:
21. http://www.lowellsun.com/ci_17867668?IADID=Search-www.lowellsun.com-www.lowellsun.com
Fr. Vart Gyozalian at the Hye Pointe Armenian Genocide memorial.
_Hye Pointe Parish Commemorates Armenian Martyrs Day_
The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe in Haverhill, MA, observed
Armenian Martyrs Day with a requiem service and program on Tuesday, April
12. The service was held at the church's Armenian Genocide _khatchkar_
memorial.
Haverhill mayor James Fiorentini read the town's proclamation commemorating
the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The Rev. Fr. Vart Gyozalian
delivered a message.
A reception followed in the Haverhill Town Hall.
_UPCOMING EVENTS _
_Holy Trinity Church | Cheltenham, PA_
On Saturday, April 23, Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA, will join four
other Philadelphia-area Armenian churches for the fourth consecutive
Armenian Genocide Walk for Justice. The walk will begin at the Philadelphia
Art Museum and conclude at the Philadelphia Independence Visitors Center.
The program will consist of a cultural performance by the Ararat Dance
Ensemble, remarks by political and civic leaders, and a keynote speech by
attorney Mark Geragos. [22]Click here for more information on the event.
Links:
22. http://www.armeniangenocidewalk.com
_Church of the Holy Resurrection | New Britain, CT_
The Church of the Holy Resurrection of New Britain, CT, will commemorate the
96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide with a requiem service and program
on Monday, April 25, beginning at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Nicolas George Mumejian will be the guest speaker. Special
recognition will be extended to the honorable John Geragosian. [23]Click
here for more information.
Links:
23. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/newbritain.pdf
_St. John Church | Southfield, MI_
At St. John Church of Southfield, MI, the ACYOA Seniors and Juniors
installed1,500 white crosses on church grounds in memory of the 1.5 million
martyrs of theArmenian Genocide. As part of this year's project, the ACYOA
asked parishioners to dedicate a cross in memory of or in honor of a loved
one, or a village in historic Armenia.
On Monday, April 25, a requiem service and wreath-laying ceremony will be
held at the church's Martyrs Monument. A _madagh_ dinner and program will
follow. For more information, contact the church at (248) 569-3405.
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY_
The Women's Guild of St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY,
will host a Ladies Boutique Luncheon on Saturday, April 30, beginning at
12:30 p.m.
The stylish fundraiser will feature unique shopping kiosks, silent auction
opportunities, and a chef-prepared lunch.
Admission is $45 per person (reservations must be made in advance). Proceeds
from the event will go toward St. Gregory the Enlightener Church. [24]Click
here for more information.
Links:
24. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=a7b2681458&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
YOUTH NEWS
Hasmig Tatiossian (second from left) spoke about the ACYOA and FAR in
Cheltenham, PA.
_ACYOA Day Celebrated on Palm Sunday Across Diocese _
Parishes throughout the Eastern Diocese observed ACYOA Day as part of their
traditional Palm Sunday celebrations on April 17.
For the occasion, members of the ACYOA Central Council projected out to
local communities across the Diocese, where they gave presentations about
the organization's recent projects and met with youth leaders.
[25]Click here to read more.
Links:
25. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news-archive/acyoa-day-celebrated-across-the-diocese
A NOTE TO OUR READERS
The Diocese's e-Newsletter will not be published on Thursday, April 28,
while the Diocesan Assembly is in session. We look forward to resuming
e-Newsletter publication on Thursday, May 5.
May our Lord's glorious resurrection inspire you with hope, and strengthen
you with the knowledge of God's love, throughout the coming year.
_Krisdos haryav ee merelotz! __Orhnyal eh harootiunun Krisdosee!_
Christ is risen from the dead! Blessed is the resurrection of Christ!
From: A. Papazian