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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: [13]www.armenianchurch-ed.net
TOP STORY January
20, 2010
_Primate to Attend Roman Catholic-Oriental Orthodox Churches Commission Meeting
in Rome _
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church
of America (Eastern), will travel to Rome next week to attend a meeting of
the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue Between the
Roman Catholic Church and Oriental Orthodox Churches. The Primate will
represent the Armenian Church at the request of His Holiness Karekin II, the
Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Participants in the meeting, which convenes annually, will discuss the
centuries-old relations between the Roman Catholic and Oriental Orthodox
churches. This year's gathering will give special consideration to the
historic role of monasticism in enhancing communication between these faith
traditions.
On Tuesday, January 25, religious leaders will take part in a Vespers
Service at St. Paul's Outside the Walls Basilica, with Pope Benedict XVI
presiding. The evening of prayer will serve as the conclusion of the Week of
Prayer for Christian Unity.
The commission includes representatives from the Roman Catholic Church, as
well as from the churches in the Oriental Orthodox `family': the Armenian,
Coptic, Syrian, Ethiopian, Eritrean, and Malankara (Indian) churches.
Scripture of the Week
Is 58:13-59:7
1 Tm 4:12-5:10
Jn 3:13-21
Prayer of the week
Jesus, Wisdom of the Father, grant me wisdom, that I may, at all times,
think, speak, and do before you that which is good in your sight. And save
me from evil thoughts, words, and deeds. Have mercy upon your creatures and
upon me, a great sinner. Amen.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_22 January:_ Holy Fathers Athanasius and Cyril
_23 January:_ Second Sunday of the Octave of Theophany
_25 January:_ St. Vahan of Goghtn
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Archbishop Vicken Aykazian.
_Archbishop Aykazian Discusses Situation of Armenian Churches in Georgia With
Vatican's Secretary of State _
On Tuesday, January 18, Archbishop Vicken Aykazian, the Eastern Diocese's
Director of Ecumenical Relations, met with Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, the
Vatican's secretary of state and a close associate of Pope Benedict XVI, to
discuss the situation of the Armenian Church in the Republic of Georgia.
Archbishop Aykazian spoke about the Armenians' historic presence in Georgia,
where more than 600 Armenian churches exist today, and presented the
cardinal with a dossier outlining Georgia's unwillingness to formally
recognize the country's Armenian churches and to turn over jurisdiction over
the places of worship to the local Armenian diocese. He also noted the
deliberate destruction and vandalism of Armenian churches and monuments.
Archbishop Aykazian expressed the Armenian Church's desire to find a
solution rooted in peace, and to pursue conversations with other religious
leaders to raise awareness of the issue. Cardinal Bertone agreed that the
matter deserved serious attention on the part of the Roman Catholic
hierarchy and the world religious community.
DIOCESAN NEWS
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian speaks with Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, the Roman
Catholic Archbishop of Naples.
_Eastern Diocese Helps Welcome Cardinal Sepe to U.S. _
On Tuesday, January 18, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, and
the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian, Diocesan Vicar, attended an Appeal of
Conscience Foundation luncheon in honor of Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, the
Roman Catholic Archbishop of Naples, who is currently on a visit to the
United States.
Archbishop Barsamian, who is a long-serving vice president of the Appeal of
Conscience Foundation, gave the afternoon's invocation. Themed
`Interreligious Action in a Turbulent World,' the gathering gave religious
leaders an opportunity to discuss ways they could help address pressing
global issues.
The Appeal of Conscience Foundation, a coalition of business and religious
leaders established in 1965, promotes peace, tolerance, and ethnic conflict
resolution. The Eastern Diocese has been a strong supporter of the Appeal of
Conscience Foundation since its inception, and both Archbishop Torkom
Manoogian and Archbishop Barsamian have been deeply involved with the
foundation's activities.
Daniel K. Dorian (1922-2011).
_In Memoriam: Daniel K. Dorian (1922-2011)_
On Saturday, January 15, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate,
presided over the funeral service for Mr. Daniel K. Dorian at Holy Trinity
Church of Cambridge, MA. Mr. Dorian passed away on January 11.
Daniel Dorian was a veteran of World War II, in which he served as a master
sergeant, and returned from the war to become one of the early leaders of
the ambitious generation that greatly expanded the Armenian Church in
America.
His leadership began in New Jersey's St. Mary Church, then located in the
city of Irvington. Later in life, he was involved with the Boca Raton, FL,
community, and its St. David Church.
But Mr. Dorian was most well-known for his enduring role as a pillar of the
Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA. He was a Diocesan delegate from
Cambridge, a frequent officer of the Diocesan Assembly, and the first
delegate from his parish to serve on the Diocesan Council.
In that role, he was a respected counselor to two Diocesan Primates. He went
on to become a member of the Diocesan Board of Trustees, and was awarded the
St. Nersess Shnorhali Medal by the Catholicos of All Armenians.
Archbishop Barsamian remembered him as `a man of strength and conviction,
who followed our Lord all his days...always smiling, always encouraging,
always inspiring others to reach higher.'
GTech graduate Taron Sargsyan instructs local teachers in Stepanakert.
_FAR's GTech Graduates Train Teachers in Karabagh _
The Fund for Armenian Relief's Gyumri Information Technology Center
(GTech) recently concluded a computer training program for teachers in
Nagorno-Karabagh's capital, Stepanakert.
GTech graduates taught web technology, computer engineering, and programming
skills to 18 participants, while also familiarizing them with relevant
teaching methods. The Armenian Educational Foundation funded the project,
which began on November 1.
By signing up to prepare local teachers to lead computer classes, GTech
participants not only promote computer literacy, but also acquire more
hands-on training in their field.
GTech was established in 2005 by FAR, in partnership with several technology
companies. The goal of the center is to strengthen the information
technology skills of young Armenians and to expand opportunities in the
region. GTech also helps to bolster development by providing an incubator
space for new start-up IT businesses.
[4]Click here to visit FAR's blog and to read more.
Links:
4. http://blog.farusa.org/2011/01/18/gtech-gtech-holds-training-program-in-karabagh
_St. Nersess Seminary to Offer Course on Hymnography_
St. Nersess Armenian Seminary will offer a course titled `Armenian
Hymnography: History, Theology, and Function,' on Wednesday evenings,
beginning next week. The course will be taught by the Very Rev. Fr. Daniel
Findikyan, seminary dean and professor of Liturgical Studies.
Weekly sessions will explore one of Christendom's most ancient traditions of
sacred hymnody and discover how it compares with and differs from other
great sacred musical traditions of the Christian world.
Participants have the option of attending lectures at the seminary's New
Rochelle, NY, campus, or enrolling via the seminary's Global Classroom-an
online platform featuring live-streaming. [5]Click here for more
information.
Links:
5. http://www.stnersess.edu/news/article.php?id=308
PARISH NEWS
The Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra in concert at Holy Trinity Church in
Cambridge, MA.
_Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra Gives Concert at Holy Trinity Church of
Cambridge, MA_
On Sunday, January 2, the Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra presented its
44th annual Christmas Holiday Concert in the sanctuary of Holy Trinity
Church of Cambridge, MA.
Composer Konstantin Petrossian led the 47-member ensemble and 25-piece
orchestra in a mixed program of traditional Armenian sacred and secular
music and Christmas favorites. A highlight was the world premier of Levon
Chaushian's "Ode to Armenia_"_ (Dzon Hayrenikin), a piece honoring the 20th
anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia.
The program also featured performances by mezzo-soprano Victoria Avetisyan
and baritone Rene de la Garza. A15-member children's choir from Holy Trinity
Church, recruited and coached by Avetisyan, joined the ensemble for three
songs.
The Rev. Fr. Vasken Kouzouian, parish pastor, offered closing remarks, and
Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian gave the benediction. [6]Click here to view a
video of the concert.
Links:
6. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hb4B9Qf8cCo
The Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra was founded by the Very Rev. Fr.
Oshagan Minassian of blessed memory. It is currently under the direction of
Konstantin Petrossian.
The Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian performs the Blessing of Water service in
Jacksonville, FL, with Grigorie Mirzoyov serving as the godfather.
_Armenian Christmas Observed in Jacksonville, FL _
The Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, director of the Department of Mission Parishes
at the Eastern Diocese, visited the mission parish of Jacksonville, FL, last
weekend.
On Saturday, January, 15, Fr. Abdalian conducted a Saturday evening Bible
study session-a program he offers during monthly visits to the parish.
Participants examine scripture passages pertaining to Sunday's services or
to an upcoming feast day in the Armenian Church.
On Sunday, January 16, Fr. Abdalian celebrated the Divine Liturgy and
performed the Blessing of Water service. Grigorie Mirzoyov served as the
godfather. More than 100 people took part in the service.
Later in the afternoon, the community gathered for a buffet-style meal
prepared by the parishioners. Children presented a special program, reciting
poems, singing Armenian, English, and Russian songs, and dancing a
traditional Armenian dance. Elmira Grigorian, Parish Council chair,
presented each child with a gift on behalf of the Parish Council.
Fr. Abdalian expressed his appreciation to the Parish Council and the
community, and offered a prayer asking God to bestow His blessings on the
local parish. [7]Click here to view photos.
Links:
7. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/Category/Armenian-Christmas-in/15524970_jcECD#1162903649_GKE82
The Rev. Fr. Bedros Kadehjian and Dn. Sebuh Oscherician at the New York
Armenian Home.
_Blessing of Water at the New York Armenian Home _
On Friday, January 7, the Rev. Fr. Bedros Kadehjian visited the New York
Armenian Home in Flushing, NY, where he celebrated the Divine Liturgy and
performed the Blessing of Water and Home Blessing services. He was
accompanied by Dn. Sebuh Oscherician.
Local clergy regularly visit the home to pray and to spend time with
residents. Fr. Kadehjian's visit was part of the Armenian Church tradition
of blessing homes in the post-Christmas season.
This month the New York Armenian Home was also visited by Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, who distributed Holy Communion and shared in
conversation with the residents.
_Upcoming Parish Events _
_Church of Southwest Florida | Bonita Springs, FL_
On Sunday, January 23, the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida will welcome
the Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, director of the Department of Mission Parishes
at the Eastern Diocese, for the celebration of the community's first Divine
Liturgy of the New Year.
A dinner will follow services in celebration of the mission parish's 10th
anniversary. [8]Click here for more information.
Links:
8. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/events-calendar/tenth-anniversary-of-the-armenian-church-of-southwest-florida
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY _
On Wednesday, January 26, the Men's Club of St. Gregory the Enlightener
Church of White Plains, NY, will host a book discussion and signing with
Garin Hovannisian, author of _Family of Shadows_.
The event will take place in the church's Aslanian Atrium (1131 North Street
in White Plains), beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is $10.
For more information, or to RSVP, contact Chris Bonfiglio at (914) 707-2152,
or [9][email protected].
Links:
9. mailto:[email protected]
EVENTS
_Armenian Film to be Screened at Lincoln Center Theater_
The Film Society of Lincoln Center and Dance Films Association Inc., with
the participation of the Eastern Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab
Information Center, present "The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia"=80'a
55-minute documentary which follows two of Armenia's most celebrated
tightrope dancers and highlights the vanishing art form they practiced at
the height of their careers.
The film will be shown on January 29 and 30 as part of the Dance on Camera
Festival at the Walter Reade Theater (165 West 65th Street, between Broadway
and Amsterdam Avenue, in New York City). [10]
Click here
for more information.
Links:
10. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/tightrope_dancer_film3.pdf
YOUTH NEWS
ACYOA members make sandwiches for a soup kitchen in Pompano Beach, FL, as
part of a service project at last weekend's Chapter Workshop.
_At Chapter Workshop, ACYOA Members Reflect on Goals _
Members of the Eastern Diocese's Armenian Christian Youth Organization of
America gathered in the warm, palm-dotted environs of southeast Florida for
the third annual Chapter Workshop, held at the St. David Church of Boca
Raton, January 14-16.
The ACYOA Central Council co-sponsored the workshop with the Diocese's
Department of Youth and Education. More than 30 young adults, representing
13 Diocesan parishes, participated in the weekend-long program.
The goal was to support local-parish ACYOA chapters in their efforts, and to
help chapter executives plan and implement programs that incorporate the
ACYOA ideals of worship, witness, service, education, and fellowship=80'five
components that make up what is known as the ACYOA's `five circles of the
cross.'
Florida-area clergy-including the Very Rev. Fr. Nareg Berberian, pastor of
St. David Church; the Rev. Fr. Vartan Joulfayan, pastor of St. Mary Church
of Hollywood; and the Rev. Fr. Hovnan Demerjian, pastor of St. Hagop Church
of St. Petersburg-along with ACYOA executive secretary Nancy Basmajian
addressed participants on different ways they can incorporate these
objectives into their daily life and parish activities.
A highlight of the weekend was a service component during which participants
and clergy made sandwiches for a local soup kitchen.
From: A. Papazian
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 686-0710 | Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: [13]www.armenianchurch-ed.net
TOP STORY January
20, 2010
_Primate to Attend Roman Catholic-Oriental Orthodox Churches Commission Meeting
in Rome _
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church
of America (Eastern), will travel to Rome next week to attend a meeting of
the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue Between the
Roman Catholic Church and Oriental Orthodox Churches. The Primate will
represent the Armenian Church at the request of His Holiness Karekin II, the
Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Participants in the meeting, which convenes annually, will discuss the
centuries-old relations between the Roman Catholic and Oriental Orthodox
churches. This year's gathering will give special consideration to the
historic role of monasticism in enhancing communication between these faith
traditions.
On Tuesday, January 25, religious leaders will take part in a Vespers
Service at St. Paul's Outside the Walls Basilica, with Pope Benedict XVI
presiding. The evening of prayer will serve as the conclusion of the Week of
Prayer for Christian Unity.
The commission includes representatives from the Roman Catholic Church, as
well as from the churches in the Oriental Orthodox `family': the Armenian,
Coptic, Syrian, Ethiopian, Eritrean, and Malankara (Indian) churches.
Scripture of the Week
Is 58:13-59:7
1 Tm 4:12-5:10
Jn 3:13-21
Prayer of the week
Jesus, Wisdom of the Father, grant me wisdom, that I may, at all times,
think, speak, and do before you that which is good in your sight. And save
me from evil thoughts, words, and deeds. Have mercy upon your creatures and
upon me, a great sinner. Amen.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_22 January:_ Holy Fathers Athanasius and Cyril
_23 January:_ Second Sunday of the Octave of Theophany
_25 January:_ St. Vahan of Goghtn
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Archbishop Vicken Aykazian.
_Archbishop Aykazian Discusses Situation of Armenian Churches in Georgia With
Vatican's Secretary of State _
On Tuesday, January 18, Archbishop Vicken Aykazian, the Eastern Diocese's
Director of Ecumenical Relations, met with Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, the
Vatican's secretary of state and a close associate of Pope Benedict XVI, to
discuss the situation of the Armenian Church in the Republic of Georgia.
Archbishop Aykazian spoke about the Armenians' historic presence in Georgia,
where more than 600 Armenian churches exist today, and presented the
cardinal with a dossier outlining Georgia's unwillingness to formally
recognize the country's Armenian churches and to turn over jurisdiction over
the places of worship to the local Armenian diocese. He also noted the
deliberate destruction and vandalism of Armenian churches and monuments.
Archbishop Aykazian expressed the Armenian Church's desire to find a
solution rooted in peace, and to pursue conversations with other religious
leaders to raise awareness of the issue. Cardinal Bertone agreed that the
matter deserved serious attention on the part of the Roman Catholic
hierarchy and the world religious community.
DIOCESAN NEWS
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian speaks with Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, the Roman
Catholic Archbishop of Naples.
_Eastern Diocese Helps Welcome Cardinal Sepe to U.S. _
On Tuesday, January 18, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, and
the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian, Diocesan Vicar, attended an Appeal of
Conscience Foundation luncheon in honor of Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, the
Roman Catholic Archbishop of Naples, who is currently on a visit to the
United States.
Archbishop Barsamian, who is a long-serving vice president of the Appeal of
Conscience Foundation, gave the afternoon's invocation. Themed
`Interreligious Action in a Turbulent World,' the gathering gave religious
leaders an opportunity to discuss ways they could help address pressing
global issues.
The Appeal of Conscience Foundation, a coalition of business and religious
leaders established in 1965, promotes peace, tolerance, and ethnic conflict
resolution. The Eastern Diocese has been a strong supporter of the Appeal of
Conscience Foundation since its inception, and both Archbishop Torkom
Manoogian and Archbishop Barsamian have been deeply involved with the
foundation's activities.
Daniel K. Dorian (1922-2011).
_In Memoriam: Daniel K. Dorian (1922-2011)_
On Saturday, January 15, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate,
presided over the funeral service for Mr. Daniel K. Dorian at Holy Trinity
Church of Cambridge, MA. Mr. Dorian passed away on January 11.
Daniel Dorian was a veteran of World War II, in which he served as a master
sergeant, and returned from the war to become one of the early leaders of
the ambitious generation that greatly expanded the Armenian Church in
America.
His leadership began in New Jersey's St. Mary Church, then located in the
city of Irvington. Later in life, he was involved with the Boca Raton, FL,
community, and its St. David Church.
But Mr. Dorian was most well-known for his enduring role as a pillar of the
Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA. He was a Diocesan delegate from
Cambridge, a frequent officer of the Diocesan Assembly, and the first
delegate from his parish to serve on the Diocesan Council.
In that role, he was a respected counselor to two Diocesan Primates. He went
on to become a member of the Diocesan Board of Trustees, and was awarded the
St. Nersess Shnorhali Medal by the Catholicos of All Armenians.
Archbishop Barsamian remembered him as `a man of strength and conviction,
who followed our Lord all his days...always smiling, always encouraging,
always inspiring others to reach higher.'
GTech graduate Taron Sargsyan instructs local teachers in Stepanakert.
_FAR's GTech Graduates Train Teachers in Karabagh _
The Fund for Armenian Relief's Gyumri Information Technology Center
(GTech) recently concluded a computer training program for teachers in
Nagorno-Karabagh's capital, Stepanakert.
GTech graduates taught web technology, computer engineering, and programming
skills to 18 participants, while also familiarizing them with relevant
teaching methods. The Armenian Educational Foundation funded the project,
which began on November 1.
By signing up to prepare local teachers to lead computer classes, GTech
participants not only promote computer literacy, but also acquire more
hands-on training in their field.
GTech was established in 2005 by FAR, in partnership with several technology
companies. The goal of the center is to strengthen the information
technology skills of young Armenians and to expand opportunities in the
region. GTech also helps to bolster development by providing an incubator
space for new start-up IT businesses.
[4]Click here to visit FAR's blog and to read more.
Links:
4. http://blog.farusa.org/2011/01/18/gtech-gtech-holds-training-program-in-karabagh
_St. Nersess Seminary to Offer Course on Hymnography_
St. Nersess Armenian Seminary will offer a course titled `Armenian
Hymnography: History, Theology, and Function,' on Wednesday evenings,
beginning next week. The course will be taught by the Very Rev. Fr. Daniel
Findikyan, seminary dean and professor of Liturgical Studies.
Weekly sessions will explore one of Christendom's most ancient traditions of
sacred hymnody and discover how it compares with and differs from other
great sacred musical traditions of the Christian world.
Participants have the option of attending lectures at the seminary's New
Rochelle, NY, campus, or enrolling via the seminary's Global Classroom-an
online platform featuring live-streaming. [5]Click here for more
information.
Links:
5. http://www.stnersess.edu/news/article.php?id=308
PARISH NEWS
The Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra in concert at Holy Trinity Church in
Cambridge, MA.
_Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra Gives Concert at Holy Trinity Church of
Cambridge, MA_
On Sunday, January 2, the Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra presented its
44th annual Christmas Holiday Concert in the sanctuary of Holy Trinity
Church of Cambridge, MA.
Composer Konstantin Petrossian led the 47-member ensemble and 25-piece
orchestra in a mixed program of traditional Armenian sacred and secular
music and Christmas favorites. A highlight was the world premier of Levon
Chaushian's "Ode to Armenia_"_ (Dzon Hayrenikin), a piece honoring the 20th
anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia.
The program also featured performances by mezzo-soprano Victoria Avetisyan
and baritone Rene de la Garza. A15-member children's choir from Holy Trinity
Church, recruited and coached by Avetisyan, joined the ensemble for three
songs.
The Rev. Fr. Vasken Kouzouian, parish pastor, offered closing remarks, and
Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian gave the benediction. [6]Click here to view a
video of the concert.
Links:
6. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hb4B9Qf8cCo
The Erevan Choral Society and Orchestra was founded by the Very Rev. Fr.
Oshagan Minassian of blessed memory. It is currently under the direction of
Konstantin Petrossian.
The Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian performs the Blessing of Water service in
Jacksonville, FL, with Grigorie Mirzoyov serving as the godfather.
_Armenian Christmas Observed in Jacksonville, FL _
The Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, director of the Department of Mission Parishes
at the Eastern Diocese, visited the mission parish of Jacksonville, FL, last
weekend.
On Saturday, January, 15, Fr. Abdalian conducted a Saturday evening Bible
study session-a program he offers during monthly visits to the parish.
Participants examine scripture passages pertaining to Sunday's services or
to an upcoming feast day in the Armenian Church.
On Sunday, January 16, Fr. Abdalian celebrated the Divine Liturgy and
performed the Blessing of Water service. Grigorie Mirzoyov served as the
godfather. More than 100 people took part in the service.
Later in the afternoon, the community gathered for a buffet-style meal
prepared by the parishioners. Children presented a special program, reciting
poems, singing Armenian, English, and Russian songs, and dancing a
traditional Armenian dance. Elmira Grigorian, Parish Council chair,
presented each child with a gift on behalf of the Parish Council.
Fr. Abdalian expressed his appreciation to the Parish Council and the
community, and offered a prayer asking God to bestow His blessings on the
local parish. [7]Click here to view photos.
Links:
7. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/Category/Armenian-Christmas-in/15524970_jcECD#1162903649_GKE82
The Rev. Fr. Bedros Kadehjian and Dn. Sebuh Oscherician at the New York
Armenian Home.
_Blessing of Water at the New York Armenian Home _
On Friday, January 7, the Rev. Fr. Bedros Kadehjian visited the New York
Armenian Home in Flushing, NY, where he celebrated the Divine Liturgy and
performed the Blessing of Water and Home Blessing services. He was
accompanied by Dn. Sebuh Oscherician.
Local clergy regularly visit the home to pray and to spend time with
residents. Fr. Kadehjian's visit was part of the Armenian Church tradition
of blessing homes in the post-Christmas season.
This month the New York Armenian Home was also visited by Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, who distributed Holy Communion and shared in
conversation with the residents.
_Upcoming Parish Events _
_Church of Southwest Florida | Bonita Springs, FL_
On Sunday, January 23, the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida will welcome
the Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, director of the Department of Mission Parishes
at the Eastern Diocese, for the celebration of the community's first Divine
Liturgy of the New Year.
A dinner will follow services in celebration of the mission parish's 10th
anniversary. [8]Click here for more information.
Links:
8. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/events-calendar/tenth-anniversary-of-the-armenian-church-of-southwest-florida
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY _
On Wednesday, January 26, the Men's Club of St. Gregory the Enlightener
Church of White Plains, NY, will host a book discussion and signing with
Garin Hovannisian, author of _Family of Shadows_.
The event will take place in the church's Aslanian Atrium (1131 North Street
in White Plains), beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is $10.
For more information, or to RSVP, contact Chris Bonfiglio at (914) 707-2152,
or [9][email protected].
Links:
9. mailto:[email protected]
EVENTS
_Armenian Film to be Screened at Lincoln Center Theater_
The Film Society of Lincoln Center and Dance Films Association Inc., with
the participation of the Eastern Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab
Information Center, present "The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia"=80'a
55-minute documentary which follows two of Armenia's most celebrated
tightrope dancers and highlights the vanishing art form they practiced at
the height of their careers.
The film will be shown on January 29 and 30 as part of the Dance on Camera
Festival at the Walter Reade Theater (165 West 65th Street, between Broadway
and Amsterdam Avenue, in New York City). [10]
Click here
for more information.
Links:
10. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/tightrope_dancer_film3.pdf
YOUTH NEWS
ACYOA members make sandwiches for a soup kitchen in Pompano Beach, FL, as
part of a service project at last weekend's Chapter Workshop.
_At Chapter Workshop, ACYOA Members Reflect on Goals _
Members of the Eastern Diocese's Armenian Christian Youth Organization of
America gathered in the warm, palm-dotted environs of southeast Florida for
the third annual Chapter Workshop, held at the St. David Church of Boca
Raton, January 14-16.
The ACYOA Central Council co-sponsored the workshop with the Diocese's
Department of Youth and Education. More than 30 young adults, representing
13 Diocesan parishes, participated in the weekend-long program.
The goal was to support local-parish ACYOA chapters in their efforts, and to
help chapter executives plan and implement programs that incorporate the
ACYOA ideals of worship, witness, service, education, and fellowship=80'five
components that make up what is known as the ACYOA's `five circles of the
cross.'
Florida-area clergy-including the Very Rev. Fr. Nareg Berberian, pastor of
St. David Church; the Rev. Fr. Vartan Joulfayan, pastor of St. Mary Church
of Hollywood; and the Rev. Fr. Hovnan Demerjian, pastor of St. Hagop Church
of St. Petersburg-along with ACYOA executive secretary Nancy Basmajian
addressed participants on different ways they can incorporate these
objectives into their daily life and parish activities.
A highlight of the weekend was a service component during which participants
and clergy made sandwiches for a local soup kitchen.
From: A. Papazian