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Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-0710
Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: http://www.armenianchurch.org/
Email: [email protected]
TOP STORY June 16, 2011
(from left) Andrea Gumushian, Melanie Panosian, and Melanie Quinn will spend
eight weeks interning at the Diocese.
_Diocese Welcomes Students for Summer Internship_
Three interns- Andrea Gumushian, Melanie Panosian, and Melanie Quinn-have
joined the Diocesan team for an eight-week summer program.
In addition to assisting with projects in various Diocesan departments,
interns will attend morning prayer and daily Bible-study sessions. They also
will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the Armenian Church
and the Eastern Diocese by taking part in weekly lunch meetings with area
clergy. In addition, interns will receive weekly Armenian-language
instruction from Gilda Kupelian, the Diocese's coordinator of Armenian
Studies.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, welcomed the interns to the
Diocese on Wednesday, June 15. `It's wonderful to have dedicated young
people from our parishes serving the Diocese,' Archbishop Barsamian said.
On Thursday, June 16, the interns met with Professor Peter Balakian, who
spoke to them about his experiences as a writer (see story below).
Nancy Basmajian, executive secretary of the ACYOA, is overseeing the summer
program, which the Diocese offers annually in partnership with the AGBU. The
three are living in student housing at New York University, along with some
30 summer interns participating in the AGBU internship program. They will
join AGBU interns for several educational, cultural, and social activities
throughout the summer.
[4]Click here to read more.
Links:
4. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/diocese-welcomes-three-students-for-summer-internship
Scripture of the Week
1 Kgs 18:29-46
2 Kgs 2:1-15
Jas 5:16-20
Lk 4:25-30
Prayer of the Week
Look with love, O merciful Father, on the created works of your hand, and
grant the camps of the angels to be guardians of our feeble persons. Deliver
us from temptation, from the wandering demons of night, that by day and by
night we may give you glory incessantly.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_19 June:_ Father's Day; Remembrance of the Prophet Elijah
_20 June:_ St. Hripsime and her companions
_21 June:_ St. Gayane and her companions
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
His Holiness Karekin II met with Armenian communities across Georgia during
a six-day pontifical visit.
_His Holiness Karekin II Concludes Visit to Georgia_
From June 10 to 15, His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, led an inter-ecclesiastical and pontifical
visit to Armenia's neighboring republic, Georgia. His Holiness was invited
by the Catholicos-Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church, Ilya II, and by
the Diocesan Council of the Armenian Church's Diocese of Georgia.
To begin the visit, Catholicos Karekin II met with Georgian President
Mikheil Saakashvili and Ilya II regarding the status of Armenian properties
in Georgia. In the course of the meetings, it was decided that the Armenian
Diocese of Georgia would receive full legal status in Georgia in the near
future. Reciprocally, the Georgian Church will be fully recognized in
Armenia. Armenian churches under the jurisdiction of the Georgian state will
be cared for by the Georgian government until further notice.
While in Tbilisi, His Holiness Karekin II visited the Sourp Nishan and Sourp
Kevork Armenian churches and met with local community leaders. On June 12,
His Holiness re-consecrated the Holy Etchmiadzin Armenian Church in
Havlabar, Tbilisi.
Built in 1805, the church was recently renovated through the generosity of
members of the Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of America.
Adjacent to the church is the Hyeartun Cultural Center, established in 1921
by Hovhaness Toumanian and rebuilt this year thanks to the support of Boris
Sahakov. His Holiness Karekin II presided over the opening of the center.
On June 14, His Holiness Karekin II and Ilya II traveled to Akhalkalaki,
where they visited Sourp Khatch Church and met with the local Armenian
community. His Holiness Karekin II also visited area Armenian schools and
met with teachers. The pontifical visit to Georgia concluded on June 15 with
a visit to the Armenian community of Javakhk.
DIOCESAN NEWS
Rev. Fr. Abraham Malkhasian.
_New Priest Begins Pastoral Internship in Diocese_
With the blessings of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, and at the invitation of Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, a priest from Armenia has arrived in the United
States to prepare to serve in the Eastern Diocese.
The Rev. Fr. Abraham Malkhasian arrived in the Eastern Diocese on Wednesday,
June 1. He was assigned by Archbishop Barsamian to complete his pastoral
internship with the Rev. Fr. Hovnan Demerjian, pastor of St. Hagop Church of
Pinellas Park, FL. He will work closely with Fr. Demerjian to become better
acquainted with parish life in the Eastern Diocese in preparation for
full-time pastoral service here in the future.
A graduate of the Gevorkyan seminary in Armenia, Fr. Malkhasian has served
at St. Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral in Yerevan, and worked in the
Communications Department at Holy Etchmiadzin. He has also taught sacred
music at the Vaskenian seminary in Sevan, Armenia, and worked at the Karekin
I Armenological and Theological Center at Holy Etchmiadzin.
Following the completion of his studies at the Gevorkyan seminary, Fr.
Malkhasian spent three months studying English in India. He later traveled
to Saint Paul, MN, where he earned a master's in theology at the University
of Thomas in 2009.
He was ordained to the holy priesthood on August 29, 2010, at Holy
Etchmiadzin. Fr. Malkhasian is married to Karine Malkhasian, and they have a
daughter, Evelina.
Professor Peter Balakian addresses the Diocese's summer interns.
_Interns Meet with Peter Balakian at Diocesan Center _
Peter Balakian, renowned poet and author of groundbreaking books on Armenian
culture and history, including _The Burning Tigris _and his memoir _Black
Dog of Fate_, visited the Diocesan Center in New York on Thursday, June 16.
With Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, presiding, he met with
the Diocese's summer interns in the _tahlij_, or formal reception room.
Professor Balakian spoke to the students about his experiences as a writer,
and encouraged them to become more familiar with the Armenian literary
heritage. He also described his most recent project-a book of poetry
exploring the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks, titled
_Ziggurat_.
The interns had an opportunity to ask questions and to engage in a lively
discussion about Armenian artists and literary figures. `It was really
special to be able to meet such an amazing writer, one who has brought the
Armenian history into the public eye through his writing,' said Melanie
Quinn, who is interning in the Diocese's Department of Youth and Education.
The other young participants expressed their delight in having a chance to
speak with a role model like Professor Balakian-one of the many
distinguished figures who regularly visit the Diocesan Center.
Aghtamar Church, a precious jewel of Armenian architecture, on an island in
Lake Van.
_FAR Young Professionals Trip to Historic Armenia_
Monday, June 20, is the last day to secure the group flight rate for FAR's
Hayastani Kidak Society Young Professionals Trip to Armenia and eastern
Turkey. This year, for the first time, the trip will include a tour of
historic Armenian lands in eastern Anatolia as part of its itinerary.
Participants will visit incredible historic sites like Armenia's magnificent
former capital of Ani, the holy island of Aghtamar, as well as Kars and Van.
The trip is an ideal opportunity for young professionals between the ages of
23 and 40 to travel to Armenia as a group, learn about the country and
culture firsthand, and become acquainted with FAR's projects.
The year 2011 will mark the 16th summer that FAR has held the two-week trip,
which also includes an extensive and enriching tour around Armenia. For
information, [5]click here.
Links:
5. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=f785fd557c&e= 4de2d46d7b
_Diocese Continues to Expand Digital Media Outreach _
One year ago this week the Eastern Diocese launched its redesigned website:
[6]www.armenianchurch-ed.net. Thousands of visitors have explored the new
site, which serves not only as a platform for the distribution of news and
information about the Eastern Diocese, but also as a vibrant portal inviting
users to submit questions and ideas, and to share content via social media
tools.
Links:
6. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
In the year following the website's launch, the Diocese has continued to
expand its digital media outreach to include engagement on social media
sites, including [7]Facebook and [8]Twitter, and to offer an increasingly
diverse video library accessible on the Diocese's [9]YouTube channel. Most
recently, the Diocese introduced Vemkar-a free mobile application for the
iPhone and Android platforms.
Links:
7. http://www.facebook.com/people/Eastern-Diocese/1316424557
8. http://twitter.com/#%21/EasternDiocese
9. http://www.youtube.com/easterndiocese
We are grateful to all our readers for your active involvement and
encouragement in the course of these updates. And, as always, we welcome
your feedback and suggestions.
PARISH NEWS
The school at St. David Church of Boca Raton, FL, held its graduation on
June 5.
_Boca Raton Church School Holds Closing Exercises_
The Alex and Marie Manoogian School of the St. David Church of Boca Raton,
FL, held its graduation and year-end _hantes_ on Sunday, June 5, in the
church's Mardigian Hall. School board members prepared lunch for the parents
and parishioners, with a program performed by the students under the
direction of school principal Nadia Isguzar and her teaching staff.
St. David's pastor, the Very Rev. Fr. Nareg Berberian, joined the principal
to congratulate the graduates and award them certificates. He expressed hope
that they would keep their faith strong and continue active involvement in
the Armenian Church and the St. David community. [10]Click here to read
more.
Links:
10. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/StDavidSchool.pdf
Registration for the autumn term at the St. David Church's Alex and Marie
Manoogian School will take place on Sunday, August 28, at 10:00 a.m. Classes
will officially start on Sunday, September 11.
Timothy Aznavourian plays the guitar during a concert in Providence.
_Providence Church Hosts Musical Evening _
On Saturday, May 28, the Cultural Committee of Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church
of Providence, RI, hosted a musical evening titled `Hye Stars of the
Night.'
The program featured performances by soprano Nuneh Badalyan, pianists John
Paul Norigian and Ella Melik Husian, and guitarist and vocalist Timothy
Aznavourian.
The evening was organized under the direction of Maestro Konstantin
Petrossian. It was one of many cultural programs regularly hosted by the
Cultural Committee of Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church.
[11]Click here to read more.
Links:
11. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/Providence_Concert.pdf
_UPCOMING PARISH EVENTS_
_Holy Trinity Church | Cambridge, MA_
On Monday, June 20, Holy Trinity Church of Greater Boston will sponsor the
Gregory Hintlian Memorial Golf Tournament at the Marlborough Country Club in
Marlborough, MA. This year's tournament is in memory of Michael Ohanian.
Join the community for a day of golf and/or as a sponsor; everyone is
invited for dinner and a fun, social evening. [12]Click here for more
information.
Links:
12. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/find-a-local-event/gregory-hintlian-memorial-golf-tournament-in-marlborough-ma
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY_
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will host its annual
picnic on Sunday, June 26, from noon to 6 p.m.
Enjoy live Armenian dance music from the renowned Johnny Berberian Ensemble.
The day will also feature homemade Armenian mezzes and pastries and
other delicious foods, including luleh and chicken kebab. Activities include
a 50/50 raffle, and other entertainment for all ages. [13]Click here for
more information.
Links:
13. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/find-a-local-event/st-gregory-the-enlightener-church-picnic
_St. Stepanos Church | Elberon, NJ_
St. Stepanos Church of Elberon, NJ, will host its annual picnic on Sunday,
June 26, from noon to 8 p.m. on the church's grounds.
Enjoy traditional Armenian entrees such as shish kebob, chicken kebob,
lahmajoun, humus and cheese boreg (a la carte menu, take-out platter, and
bulk purchases) as well as pakhlava, khadaif, and other delicacies. Free
admission and free parking.
St. Stepanos Church is located at 1184 Ocean Avenue in Elberon. For
information, call (732) 229-3661.
EVENTS
St. Nersess Seminary will host its third annual Father's Day Picnic on June
19.
_St. Nersess Seminary Father's Day Picnic _
St. Nersess Armenian Seminary will host its third annual Father's Day Picnic
on Sunday, June 19, from noon to 5 p.m. The picnic will be preceded by the
celebration of the Divine Liturgy in the seminary chapel, beginning at 10
a.m.
Enjoy kebob meals, homemade desserts, live Armenian music, and activities
for children and teens. The day will also feature vendors, a White Elephant
sale, and a raffle.
The picnic will be held rain or shine. Visit [14]www.stnersess.edu for more
information, or [15]click here to view a flyer.
Links:
14. http://www.stnersess.edu
15. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/StNersessPicnic.pdf
_An Evening with Actor Hrach Titizian Next Monday_
The Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center will host an
evening with actor Hrach Titizian on the plaza of St. Vartan Armenian
Cathedral on Monday, June 20, beginning at 7 p.m.
The Los Angeles native is in New York for his Broadway debut in the play
`Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo.' Mr. Titizian's film and TV credits
include roles in George Clooney's `The Men Who Stare at Goats' and
appearances on the shows `24' and `Alias.'
The young actor will speak about his acting career and answer questions.
Music will be provided by the John Vartan Ensemble. A wine and cheese
reception will follow.
[16]Click here for information.
Links:
16. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/June20CathedralPlazaEvent.pdf
YOUTH NEWS
Participants in the Eastern Diocese's Midwest Hye Camp, located in
Ingleside, IL.
_Register Today for Hye Camp and St. Vartan Camp _
Spring into summer and register for the Diocese's summer camp programs-Hye
Camp and St. Vartan Camp.
Applications for Hye Camp are available for download online. [17]Click here
to download and print camper, CIT, staff, and volunteer applications.
[18]
Click here to register online for St. Vartan Camp.
Links:
17. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/blogs/blog5.php/about/registration-materials
18. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=14c3042486&e-c95f2b8c
_Hye Camp 2011, housed at Camp Hickory in Ingleside, IL_
Staff Training: Thursday, July 27 - Saturday, July 30
Camp Session: Saturday, July 30 - Saturday, August 6
_St. Vartan Camp 2011, housed at the Ararat Center in Greenville, NY_
Staff Training: Wednesday, June 22 - Saturday, June 25
Session A: Sunday, June 26 - Saturday, July 9
Session B: Sunday, July 10 - Saturday, July 23
Session C: Sunday, July 24 - Saturday, August 6
For information about St. Vartan Camp or Hye Camp, contact Jennifer Morris,
Youth Outreach coordinator, at (212) 686-0710, ext. 118, or
[19][email protected].
Links:
19. mailto:[email protected]
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-0710
Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: http://www.armenianchurch.org/
Email: [email protected]
TOP STORY June 16, 2011
(from left) Andrea Gumushian, Melanie Panosian, and Melanie Quinn will spend
eight weeks interning at the Diocese.
_Diocese Welcomes Students for Summer Internship_
Three interns- Andrea Gumushian, Melanie Panosian, and Melanie Quinn-have
joined the Diocesan team for an eight-week summer program.
In addition to assisting with projects in various Diocesan departments,
interns will attend morning prayer and daily Bible-study sessions. They also
will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the Armenian Church
and the Eastern Diocese by taking part in weekly lunch meetings with area
clergy. In addition, interns will receive weekly Armenian-language
instruction from Gilda Kupelian, the Diocese's coordinator of Armenian
Studies.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, welcomed the interns to the
Diocese on Wednesday, June 15. `It's wonderful to have dedicated young
people from our parishes serving the Diocese,' Archbishop Barsamian said.
On Thursday, June 16, the interns met with Professor Peter Balakian, who
spoke to them about his experiences as a writer (see story below).
Nancy Basmajian, executive secretary of the ACYOA, is overseeing the summer
program, which the Diocese offers annually in partnership with the AGBU. The
three are living in student housing at New York University, along with some
30 summer interns participating in the AGBU internship program. They will
join AGBU interns for several educational, cultural, and social activities
throughout the summer.
[4]Click here to read more.
Links:
4. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/diocese-welcomes-three-students-for-summer-internship
Scripture of the Week
1 Kgs 18:29-46
2 Kgs 2:1-15
Jas 5:16-20
Lk 4:25-30
Prayer of the Week
Look with love, O merciful Father, on the created works of your hand, and
grant the camps of the angels to be guardians of our feeble persons. Deliver
us from temptation, from the wandering demons of night, that by day and by
night we may give you glory incessantly.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_19 June:_ Father's Day; Remembrance of the Prophet Elijah
_20 June:_ St. Hripsime and her companions
_21 June:_ St. Gayane and her companions
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
His Holiness Karekin II met with Armenian communities across Georgia during
a six-day pontifical visit.
_His Holiness Karekin II Concludes Visit to Georgia_
From June 10 to 15, His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, led an inter-ecclesiastical and pontifical
visit to Armenia's neighboring republic, Georgia. His Holiness was invited
by the Catholicos-Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church, Ilya II, and by
the Diocesan Council of the Armenian Church's Diocese of Georgia.
To begin the visit, Catholicos Karekin II met with Georgian President
Mikheil Saakashvili and Ilya II regarding the status of Armenian properties
in Georgia. In the course of the meetings, it was decided that the Armenian
Diocese of Georgia would receive full legal status in Georgia in the near
future. Reciprocally, the Georgian Church will be fully recognized in
Armenia. Armenian churches under the jurisdiction of the Georgian state will
be cared for by the Georgian government until further notice.
While in Tbilisi, His Holiness Karekin II visited the Sourp Nishan and Sourp
Kevork Armenian churches and met with local community leaders. On June 12,
His Holiness re-consecrated the Holy Etchmiadzin Armenian Church in
Havlabar, Tbilisi.
Built in 1805, the church was recently renovated through the generosity of
members of the Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of America.
Adjacent to the church is the Hyeartun Cultural Center, established in 1921
by Hovhaness Toumanian and rebuilt this year thanks to the support of Boris
Sahakov. His Holiness Karekin II presided over the opening of the center.
On June 14, His Holiness Karekin II and Ilya II traveled to Akhalkalaki,
where they visited Sourp Khatch Church and met with the local Armenian
community. His Holiness Karekin II also visited area Armenian schools and
met with teachers. The pontifical visit to Georgia concluded on June 15 with
a visit to the Armenian community of Javakhk.
DIOCESAN NEWS
Rev. Fr. Abraham Malkhasian.
_New Priest Begins Pastoral Internship in Diocese_
With the blessings of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, and at the invitation of Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, a priest from Armenia has arrived in the United
States to prepare to serve in the Eastern Diocese.
The Rev. Fr. Abraham Malkhasian arrived in the Eastern Diocese on Wednesday,
June 1. He was assigned by Archbishop Barsamian to complete his pastoral
internship with the Rev. Fr. Hovnan Demerjian, pastor of St. Hagop Church of
Pinellas Park, FL. He will work closely with Fr. Demerjian to become better
acquainted with parish life in the Eastern Diocese in preparation for
full-time pastoral service here in the future.
A graduate of the Gevorkyan seminary in Armenia, Fr. Malkhasian has served
at St. Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral in Yerevan, and worked in the
Communications Department at Holy Etchmiadzin. He has also taught sacred
music at the Vaskenian seminary in Sevan, Armenia, and worked at the Karekin
I Armenological and Theological Center at Holy Etchmiadzin.
Following the completion of his studies at the Gevorkyan seminary, Fr.
Malkhasian spent three months studying English in India. He later traveled
to Saint Paul, MN, where he earned a master's in theology at the University
of Thomas in 2009.
He was ordained to the holy priesthood on August 29, 2010, at Holy
Etchmiadzin. Fr. Malkhasian is married to Karine Malkhasian, and they have a
daughter, Evelina.
Professor Peter Balakian addresses the Diocese's summer interns.
_Interns Meet with Peter Balakian at Diocesan Center _
Peter Balakian, renowned poet and author of groundbreaking books on Armenian
culture and history, including _The Burning Tigris _and his memoir _Black
Dog of Fate_, visited the Diocesan Center in New York on Thursday, June 16.
With Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, presiding, he met with
the Diocese's summer interns in the _tahlij_, or formal reception room.
Professor Balakian spoke to the students about his experiences as a writer,
and encouraged them to become more familiar with the Armenian literary
heritage. He also described his most recent project-a book of poetry
exploring the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks, titled
_Ziggurat_.
The interns had an opportunity to ask questions and to engage in a lively
discussion about Armenian artists and literary figures. `It was really
special to be able to meet such an amazing writer, one who has brought the
Armenian history into the public eye through his writing,' said Melanie
Quinn, who is interning in the Diocese's Department of Youth and Education.
The other young participants expressed their delight in having a chance to
speak with a role model like Professor Balakian-one of the many
distinguished figures who regularly visit the Diocesan Center.
Aghtamar Church, a precious jewel of Armenian architecture, on an island in
Lake Van.
_FAR Young Professionals Trip to Historic Armenia_
Monday, June 20, is the last day to secure the group flight rate for FAR's
Hayastani Kidak Society Young Professionals Trip to Armenia and eastern
Turkey. This year, for the first time, the trip will include a tour of
historic Armenian lands in eastern Anatolia as part of its itinerary.
Participants will visit incredible historic sites like Armenia's magnificent
former capital of Ani, the holy island of Aghtamar, as well as Kars and Van.
The trip is an ideal opportunity for young professionals between the ages of
23 and 40 to travel to Armenia as a group, learn about the country and
culture firsthand, and become acquainted with FAR's projects.
The year 2011 will mark the 16th summer that FAR has held the two-week trip,
which also includes an extensive and enriching tour around Armenia. For
information, [5]click here.
Links:
5. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=f785fd557c&e= 4de2d46d7b
_Diocese Continues to Expand Digital Media Outreach _
One year ago this week the Eastern Diocese launched its redesigned website:
[6]www.armenianchurch-ed.net. Thousands of visitors have explored the new
site, which serves not only as a platform for the distribution of news and
information about the Eastern Diocese, but also as a vibrant portal inviting
users to submit questions and ideas, and to share content via social media
tools.
Links:
6. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
In the year following the website's launch, the Diocese has continued to
expand its digital media outreach to include engagement on social media
sites, including [7]Facebook and [8]Twitter, and to offer an increasingly
diverse video library accessible on the Diocese's [9]YouTube channel. Most
recently, the Diocese introduced Vemkar-a free mobile application for the
iPhone and Android platforms.
Links:
7. http://www.facebook.com/people/Eastern-Diocese/1316424557
8. http://twitter.com/#%21/EasternDiocese
9. http://www.youtube.com/easterndiocese
We are grateful to all our readers for your active involvement and
encouragement in the course of these updates. And, as always, we welcome
your feedback and suggestions.
PARISH NEWS
The school at St. David Church of Boca Raton, FL, held its graduation on
June 5.
_Boca Raton Church School Holds Closing Exercises_
The Alex and Marie Manoogian School of the St. David Church of Boca Raton,
FL, held its graduation and year-end _hantes_ on Sunday, June 5, in the
church's Mardigian Hall. School board members prepared lunch for the parents
and parishioners, with a program performed by the students under the
direction of school principal Nadia Isguzar and her teaching staff.
St. David's pastor, the Very Rev. Fr. Nareg Berberian, joined the principal
to congratulate the graduates and award them certificates. He expressed hope
that they would keep their faith strong and continue active involvement in
the Armenian Church and the St. David community. [10]Click here to read
more.
Links:
10. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/StDavidSchool.pdf
Registration for the autumn term at the St. David Church's Alex and Marie
Manoogian School will take place on Sunday, August 28, at 10:00 a.m. Classes
will officially start on Sunday, September 11.
Timothy Aznavourian plays the guitar during a concert in Providence.
_Providence Church Hosts Musical Evening _
On Saturday, May 28, the Cultural Committee of Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church
of Providence, RI, hosted a musical evening titled `Hye Stars of the
Night.'
The program featured performances by soprano Nuneh Badalyan, pianists John
Paul Norigian and Ella Melik Husian, and guitarist and vocalist Timothy
Aznavourian.
The evening was organized under the direction of Maestro Konstantin
Petrossian. It was one of many cultural programs regularly hosted by the
Cultural Committee of Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church.
[11]Click here to read more.
Links:
11. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/Providence_Concert.pdf
_UPCOMING PARISH EVENTS_
_Holy Trinity Church | Cambridge, MA_
On Monday, June 20, Holy Trinity Church of Greater Boston will sponsor the
Gregory Hintlian Memorial Golf Tournament at the Marlborough Country Club in
Marlborough, MA. This year's tournament is in memory of Michael Ohanian.
Join the community for a day of golf and/or as a sponsor; everyone is
invited for dinner and a fun, social evening. [12]Click here for more
information.
Links:
12. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/find-a-local-event/gregory-hintlian-memorial-golf-tournament-in-marlborough-ma
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY_
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will host its annual
picnic on Sunday, June 26, from noon to 6 p.m.
Enjoy live Armenian dance music from the renowned Johnny Berberian Ensemble.
The day will also feature homemade Armenian mezzes and pastries and
other delicious foods, including luleh and chicken kebab. Activities include
a 50/50 raffle, and other entertainment for all ages. [13]Click here for
more information.
Links:
13. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/find-a-local-event/st-gregory-the-enlightener-church-picnic
_St. Stepanos Church | Elberon, NJ_
St. Stepanos Church of Elberon, NJ, will host its annual picnic on Sunday,
June 26, from noon to 8 p.m. on the church's grounds.
Enjoy traditional Armenian entrees such as shish kebob, chicken kebob,
lahmajoun, humus and cheese boreg (a la carte menu, take-out platter, and
bulk purchases) as well as pakhlava, khadaif, and other delicacies. Free
admission and free parking.
St. Stepanos Church is located at 1184 Ocean Avenue in Elberon. For
information, call (732) 229-3661.
EVENTS
St. Nersess Seminary will host its third annual Father's Day Picnic on June
19.
_St. Nersess Seminary Father's Day Picnic _
St. Nersess Armenian Seminary will host its third annual Father's Day Picnic
on Sunday, June 19, from noon to 5 p.m. The picnic will be preceded by the
celebration of the Divine Liturgy in the seminary chapel, beginning at 10
a.m.
Enjoy kebob meals, homemade desserts, live Armenian music, and activities
for children and teens. The day will also feature vendors, a White Elephant
sale, and a raffle.
The picnic will be held rain or shine. Visit [14]www.stnersess.edu for more
information, or [15]click here to view a flyer.
Links:
14. http://www.stnersess.edu
15. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/StNersessPicnic.pdf
_An Evening with Actor Hrach Titizian Next Monday_
The Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center will host an
evening with actor Hrach Titizian on the plaza of St. Vartan Armenian
Cathedral on Monday, June 20, beginning at 7 p.m.
The Los Angeles native is in New York for his Broadway debut in the play
`Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo.' Mr. Titizian's film and TV credits
include roles in George Clooney's `The Men Who Stare at Goats' and
appearances on the shows `24' and `Alias.'
The young actor will speak about his acting career and answer questions.
Music will be provided by the John Vartan Ensemble. A wine and cheese
reception will follow.
[16]Click here for information.
Links:
16. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/June20CathedralPlazaEvent.pdf
YOUTH NEWS
Participants in the Eastern Diocese's Midwest Hye Camp, located in
Ingleside, IL.
_Register Today for Hye Camp and St. Vartan Camp _
Spring into summer and register for the Diocese's summer camp programs-Hye
Camp and St. Vartan Camp.
Applications for Hye Camp are available for download online. [17]Click here
to download and print camper, CIT, staff, and volunteer applications.
[18]
Click here to register online for St. Vartan Camp.
Links:
17. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/blogs/blog5.php/about/registration-materials
18. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=14c3042486&e-c95f2b8c
_Hye Camp 2011, housed at Camp Hickory in Ingleside, IL_
Staff Training: Thursday, July 27 - Saturday, July 30
Camp Session: Saturday, July 30 - Saturday, August 6
_St. Vartan Camp 2011, housed at the Ararat Center in Greenville, NY_
Staff Training: Wednesday, June 22 - Saturday, June 25
Session A: Sunday, June 26 - Saturday, July 9
Session B: Sunday, July 10 - Saturday, July 23
Session C: Sunday, July 24 - Saturday, August 6
For information about St. Vartan Camp or Hye Camp, contact Jennifer Morris,
Youth Outreach coordinator, at (212) 686-0710, ext. 118, or
[19][email protected].
Links:
19. mailto:[email protected]