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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 November
17, 2011
Holy Mother of God, Asdvadzadzin
A detail of a painting depicting St. Mary from Holy Etchmiadzin.
_Presentation of the Mother-of-God to the Temple_
On Monday, November 21, the worldwide Armenian Church will celebrate the
Feast of the Presentation of the Holy Mother-of-God to the Temple.
Shortly after Mary was born, her parents Joachim and Anna took their
daughter to the Temple of Jerusalem to be consecrated to God in thanksgiving
for the gift of their child. According to tradition, Mary remained there for
a time and was given over to the care of pious widows and maidens who lived
at the temple. Later, as a young woman, Mary became betrothed to Joseph the
carpenter.
[4]
Click here to learn more about Mary's life.
Links:
4. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/feasts/annunciation/about-mary
Holy Trinity Armenian Church in Cheltenham, PA
_Primate to Visit Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA_
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, will visit Holy Trinity
Church of Cheltenham, PA, on Sunday, November 20, as the community gathers
to mark the 45th anniversary of the church's consecration.
Archbishop Barsamian will celebrate the Divine Liturgy and ordain five
acolytes and five sub-deacons. Later in the afternoon, a banquet will be
held featuring performances by local artists. Several parishioners will be
recognized for their years of service with the `St. Vartan Award.'
[5]
Click here to visit the parish website.
Links:
5. http://www.holytrinity-pa.org
Scripture of the Week
Is 29:11-20
Phil 4:8-24
Lk 11:1-13
Prayer of the Week
Let us hold the holy Mother-of-God and all the saints as intercessors with
the Father in Heaven, that He may be pleased to have mercy and compassion on
us, His creatures, and save us. Almighty Lord, our God, save us and have
mercy on us. Amen.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_19 November: _Feast of All Saints, Old and New, Known and Unknown
_20 November:_ Barekendan of the Fast of Advent
_21 November:_ Presentation of the Holy Mother-of-God to the Temple
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Soorp Asdvzdzadzin Church in Odzun village
Sourp Mariam Asdvadzadzin Church in Odzun, Armenia.
_Restoration of 6th-Century Church to Begin in Armenia _
Armenia's Ministry of Culture and the Hovhannes Imastaser Catholicos
Odznetsi charitable foundation recently announced that they will work
together to restore the historic Sourp Mariam Asdvadzadzin Church in
Armenia's northern village of Odzun.
Established in the 6th century, the church underwent its first major
reconstruction in the 8th century under the leadership of the Catholicos
Hovhannes Imastaser Odznetsi. During the Soviet period, the church fell into
ruin. Plans were made to renovate the structure in the early 1990s, but the
project stalled as the young Armenian nation faced the challenges of its
early years.
The current project will restore the Sourp Mariam Asdvadzadzin Church to its
former glory. Experts estimate that it will take three years to complete the
construction work. [6]
Click here
to view a video in Armenian about the new project.
Links:
6. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ieN1zX8fSw&feature=channel_video_title
DIOCESAN NEWS
President of Nagorno Karabagh visit St. Vartan Cathedral
(foreground, left to right) Archbishop Barkev Martirossian, President Bako
Sahakyan, and Archbishop Khajag Barsamian at St. Vartan Cathedral on
Thursday.
_Nagorno-Karabagh Delegation Visits Diocese_
On Thursday, November 17, a delegation from the Republic of Nagorno-Karabagh
visited the Diocesan Center in New York, where they met with Archbishop
Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate; the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian,
Diocesan Vicar; Garnik Nanagoulian, executive director of the Fund for
Armenian Relief; Oscar Tatosian, chair of the Diocesan Council; and Dr.
Raffy Hovanessian, Diocesan Council member.
The delegation was led by Archbishop Barkev Martirossian, Primate of the
Artsakh Diocese, and Nagorno-Karabagh President Bako Sahakyan.
The visit began at St. Vartan Cathedral, where Archbishop Barsamian greeted
Archbishop Martirossian, President Sahakyan, and other guests-including
David Babayan, assistant to the NKR president; Ambassador Tatoul Markarian,
Armenia's Ambassador to the United States; Ambassador Garen Nazarian, the
Permanent Representative of the Republic of Armenia to the United Nations;
Robert Avetisyan, NKR representative to the U.S; Khoren Bandazian, chair of
All Armenia Fund USA; and Irina Lazarian, executive director of ArmeniaFund
USA-and gave them a brief tour of the Eastern Diocese's spiritual center.
Representatives then met at the Diocesan Complex to discuss recent
developments in Nagorno-Karabagh, the diaspora's contributions to
Karabagh's growth, and the annual international Armenia Fund Telethon, which
will raise money for projects to bring clean drinking water to
Nagorno-Karabagh and rural areas throughout Armenia. The delegation is
visiting Armenian communities across the U.S. to encourage participation in
the telethon, which is scheduled to be broadcast live on Thanksgiving Day,
Thursday, November 24.
President Sahakyan and Archbishop Martirossian thanked the Eastern Diocese
and the Fund for Armenian Relief for their continued support of projects in
Nagorno-Karabagh. The Eastern Diocese and FAR have shared a warm
relationship with the Artsakh Diocese and the local government since the
region's independence movement in the late 1980s.
President Sahakyan also presented Archbishop Barsamian with a medal in
recognition of his contributions to Nagorno-Karabagh, as well as on the
occasion of the 40th anniversary of Archbishop Barsamian's ordination into
the holy priesthood and his 20th anniversary as Primate of the Eastern
Diocese.
[7]Click here to view photos.
Links:
7. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/DiocesanEvents/Nagorno-Karabagh-Delegation/20137297_Hxb9P5#1589680055_rXcTKpm
Diocesan Council meeting at the Diocesan Center on November 15, 2011
Members of the Diocesan Council met on Wednesday.
_Diocesan Council Reviews Progress of Annual Appeal_
Meeting at the Diocesan Center on Wednesday, November 16, members of the
Diocesan Council heard from Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate,
about the recent pilgrimage he led to Diarbekir for the re-consecration of
St. Giragos Armenian Church, and the events in Armenia celebrating the 12th
anniversary of the consecration and enthronement of His Holiness Karekin II
and his 60th birthday.
Council members also heard reports from the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian,
Diocesan Vicar; Michael Guglielmo, executive director; and the development
and finance departments. The council reviewed in detail the progress to date
of the [8]2011 Annual Appeal, and was heartened by the news that almost 100
new first-time donors have contributed to the Appeal so far.
Links:
8. https://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/donate-now
Mr. Guglielmo described the recent ACYOA Leadership Conference, noting the
impressive level of engagement and energy shown by this group of young
leaders. Council members also made plans for the next council meeting, which
is scheduled for Saturday, December 17, in Cambridge, MA. It will be held in
conjunction with the Boston area Annual Appeal reception that evening.
Fr. Aren Jebejian speaks at the Midwest clergy conference in November
Jennifer Morris and Fr. Aren Jebejian at this week's clergy meeting in Palos
Heights, IL.
_Midwest Clergy Discuss Lay Ministry Initiatives_
On Monday, November 14, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate,
presided over a meeting of clergy in the Midwest region. The meeting was
held at Sts. Joachim and Anne Church in Palos Heights, IL.
Michael Guglielmo, the Diocese's executive director, and Jennifer Morris,
youth coordinator, led a discussion on the possibility of expanding
participation in the Hye Camp program. Also during the meeting, clergy
shared recent accomplishments in their ministries and spoke about the
implementation of this year's Diocesan theme: `The Call to Serve: Ministry
of the Faithful.'
The meeting concluded with Archbishop Barsamian reflecting on the recent
pilgrimage he led to Diarbekir for the re-consecration of St. Giragos
Armenian Church and his trip to Holy Etchmiadzin for events surrounding the
12th anniversary of the consecration and enthronement of His Holiness
Karekin II, and his 60th birthday.
The Midwest clergy will meet again on the occasion of the feast of Sts.
Ghevontiantz in February 2012.
Annual Appeal at Naha Restaurant in Chicago, November 2011
Diocesan leaders gathered at Naha Restaurant in Chicago for an Annual Appeal
reception last Sunday.
_Annual Appeal Reception Held in Chicago_
On Sunday evening, November 13, Chicago's Naha Restaurant hosted a reception
for the 2011 Annual Appeal. Diocesan leaders gathered to support the
initiative, which honors the 40th anniversary of Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian's ordination into the holy priesthood of the Armenian Church.
The Annual Appeal is the only Diocesan-wide fundraiser conducted each year
to help the Diocese undertake the many ministries, programs, and resources
that enrich life in our local parishes. The first $700,000 raised in the
appeal will fund the Diocese's operating budget; but all funds raised beyond
that amount will be used to establish a special endowment in our Primate's
honor.
The new "Archbishop Khajag Barsamian Endowment" will nourish vibrant
existing programs, and allow the Diocese to expand into dynamic new
ministries-such as support for lay ministry.
[9]
Click here to donate to the appeal. Additional receptions are planned for
regions across the Diocese in the coming weeks.
Links:
9. https://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/donate-now
Dr. Nishan Parlakian
Deacon Rubik Mailian led choir workshops for churches in the Midwest last
weekend.
_Sacred Music Council Holds Midwest Choir Workshops _
Choir members of Midwest churches came together last weekend to study voice
techniques and Christmas music in preparation for Armenian Christmas on
January 6.
The regional workshops were organized by the area clergy and choirs, and
sponsored by the Sacred Music Council. They were led by Deacon Rubik
Mailian, chair of the Sacred Music Council and the music director at St.
John Church of Greater Detroit.
The workshops included a session for junior choir members in Waukegan, IL,
on Friday, November 11, and two sessions for choir members in Chicago, IL,
and Racine, WI, on Saturday, November 12. Topics included the meaning,
theological significance, and history of the hymns, as well as diction,
phrasing, and rhythmical articulation.
Click to[10] read more and to [11]view photos.
Links:
10. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news-archive/sacred-music-choir-workshops
11. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/SacredMusicCouncil/Sacred-Music-Council-Midwest/20131143_z9qWQb#1589150172_RDnWMWB
FAR
Aleksander Nefedov paints a landscape at the Kasakh River.
_FAR's Fine Art Program Inspires Armenian Artists _
FAR's Fine Art Painter's Program recently organized a day trip to the Kasakh
River in Armenia's western province of Aragatsotn.
Aleksander Nefedov, a former graduate of the FAR Gulamerian Vocational
Training Program and a master's student at the Fine Art Academy in Yerevan,
was a member of the group. `Nowadays it's not easy to go outside of the city
to work,' he said. `I have always dreamed of being able to paint with my
senior colleagues and to learn from them.'
Now in its tenth year, FAR's Fine Art Painter's Program is run in
collaboration with the Artists Union of Armenia. It gives an opportunity to
Armenian painters to travel around the country to seek inspiration from the
beautiful nature of Armenia.
[12]
Click here to read more on FAR's blog.
Links:
12. http://blog.farusa.org/2011/11/08/fine-art-painters-program-yerevan-artists-find-inspiration-along-the-kasakh-river
Walk thru Bible
Children took part in the interactive "Walk Thru the Bible" seminar at the
Church of our Saviour in Worcester, MA, last Saturday.
_Walk Thru the Bible Seminar a Success in New England_
Some 120 parishioners from communities across the New England region
gathered on Saturday, November 12, for an interactive Scripture seminar at
the Church of Our Saviour in Worcester, MA.
Titled `Walk Thru the Bible: Old Testament,' the daylong event was sponsored
by the Diocesan Department of Youth and Education and the New England Sunday
School Superintendents Association.
`One of the things all superintendents have come to realize is that unless
the entire community is modeling a powerful and authentic faith, then
whatever we offer our children and young people is futile,' said Elise
Antreassian, the Diocese's Christian Education coordinator. =80=9CThey learn from
believing adults who are faith models.'
Click to [13]read more about the seminar and to [14]view photos.
Links:
13. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news-archive/new-england-walks-thru-the-bible
14. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/DepartmentofYouthandEducation/New-England-Walks-Thru-the/20131070_Z6PRMd#1589145469_xSxL9pG
Advent
_Visit our Blog for Daily Advent Reflections_
Friday, November 18, marks the beginning of the Advent season. Advent means
`coming'-the coming of Christ; in Armenian it is called Hisnag, from the
word `fifty.'
It is the 50-day period during which we prepare to celebrate the Nativity
and Theophany of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a time to reflect on our
relationship with God and to rededicate ourselves to Christ through our
actions, thoughts, and prayers. Advent can also be an occasion to discover
God's gifts all around us.
This year the Department of Youth and Education is offering daily Advent
reflections on our blog. [15]Click here to view the first reflection, and
come back each day to read and reflect on the posts.
Links:
15. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/wpblog/2011/11/daily-advent-reflections
PARISH NEWS
Fr. Simeon Odabashian visits Palos Heights parish
Archbishop Barsamian distributes Holy Communion at Sts. Joachim and Anne
Church last Sunday.
_Palos Heights, IL, Parish Marks 53 Years_
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, visited Sts. Joachim and Anne
Church of Palos Heights, IL, last weekend, as the parish celebrated the 53rd
anniversary of the church's consecration.
On Saturday, November 12, Archbishop Barsamian engaged in a discussion with
parishioners in the church hall. He answered questions on a range of topics,
including his personal journey to the priesthood, the ecumenical movement,
and the traditions and practices of the Armenian Church.
On Sunday, Archbishop Barsamian celebrated the Divine Liturgy, and joined
the community for a celebratory dinner to mark the church's anniversary. The
afternoon featured performances by parish children and the presentation of
the `Lay Minister of the Year' awards to Robert Koshkarian and Pearl
Gopoian.
Click to [16]read more and to [17]view photos.
Links:
16. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/sts-joachim-and-anne-church-welcomes-primate-marks-53-years
17. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/Parishes-of-the-Eastern/Sts-Joachim-and-Ann-Celebrates/20131175_3DTmhv#1589154453_jdCtm38
Fr. Simeon Odabashian visits Palos Heights parish
Fr. Simeon Odabashian with parishioners at Holy Resurrection Church in New
Britain, CT.
_Diocesan Vicar Visits Parish in New Britain, CT_
On Sunday, November 13, the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian, Diocesan Vicar,
visited the Church of the Holy Resurrection in New Britain, CT, where he
celebrated the Divine Liturgy and met with the community.
In addition, Fr. Odabashian led a discussion with the Parish Council on this
year's Diocesan theme: `The Call to Serve: Ministry of the Faithful.' The
discussion focused on how each Parish Council member views his or her
service and commitment to the parish in the light of servant leadership as
exemplified by Christ.
Blessing service at Holy Resurrection Church
Fr. Hovhan Khoja-Eynatyan and Fr. Paren Galstyan bless the new cultural hall
at Holy Resurrection Church in South Milwaukee, WI.
_New Cultural Hall Blessed in South Milwaukee, WI_
On Saturday, November 12, Holy Resurrection Church of South Milwaukee, WI,
celebrated the completion of the renovation of the church's cultural hall.
The Rev. Fr. Paren Galstyan, parish pastor, and the Rev. Fr. Hovhan
Khoja-Eynatyan, pastor of St. James Church of Evanston, IL, celebrated the
Divine Liturgy, and performed a requiem service for deceased members of the
community.
Following services, Fr. Galstyan and Fr. Khoja-Eynatyan blessed the church
hall, which is dedicated to the survivors of the Armenian Genocide who
settled in the South Milwaukee area. The renovation project was realized
through the support of the entire parish.
[18]Click here to view photos.
Links:
18. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/Parishes-of-the-Eastern/South-Milwaukee-WI-Cultural/20135700_LWVJfq#1589532804_ZnZPnNK
Veteran's day commemoration in Providence
Fr. Shnork Souin with veterans at Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church.
_Veterans Day Commemorated in Providence, RI _
On Sunday, November 13, Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church of Providence, RI,
commemorated Veterans Day. The day began with the celebration of the Divine
Liturgy by parish pastor, the Rev. Fr. Shnork Souin.
The community honored its veterans following services in the sanctuary.
During fellowship hour later in the afternoon a special cake was presented
by the Women's Guild.
[19]
Click here to visit the parish website and to view photos.
Links:
19. http://www.stsahmes.org/NewWebsite/gallery/2010s/VeteransDay2011/phpslideshow.php?directory=.&auto=1¤tPic=39
_Upcoming Parish Events _
_Soorp Haroutiun Church | Orlando, FL_
Soorp Haroutiun Church of Orlando, FL, will host a Christmas Bazaar from
November 18 to 20. Enjoy Armenian food and pastries while browsing
handicrafts, stitchery, jewelry, and other items.
[20]Click here to view a flyer for information.
Links:
20. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/OrlandoBazaar.pdf
_St. Mary Church | Washington, DC_
The Gift Store Committee of St. Mary Church of Washington, DC, will host a
dinner dance with singer Bartev on Saturday, November 19, beginning at 7:30
p.m.
The evening will feature a full-course dinner and a cash bar. It will be
held in the St. Mary Church hall. Tickets are $55 per person. [21]Click here
to view a flyer.
Links:
21. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/StMaryDanceWashingtonNovember2011.pdf
To make reservations, contact Jermen Hallajian at (301) 294-0675; Rebecca
Petrosian at (301) 758-4834; or Takuhi Hallajian at (301) 219-4041; or
e-mail [22][email protected].
Links:
22. mailto:[email protected]
_Armenian Church at Hye Pointe | Haverhill, MA_
The Armenian Church at Hye Pointe of Haverhill, MA, will host a "Holiday
Kef" Dance on Saturday, November 19, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. The event will
be held at the UMass Lowell Conference Center (50 Warren Street in Lowell,
MA).
The evening will feature Richard Hagopian and his Kef Time ensemble: Mal
Barsamian, Jason Naroian, Bruce Girgajian, and Paul Mooradian. Maza will be
served.
Tickets are $45 for adults and $25 for students. For information, call:
Richard Bazarian at (978) 374-0687, or Michael Naroian at (978) 682-3946.
_St. Mary Church | Hollywood, FL _
St. Mary Church of Hollywood, FL, will host an Argentinean BBQ & Tango Night
on Saturday, November 19.
The event will feature music by the Mediterranean Band, dinner, tango
performances, and tango lessons. All ages are welcome. For reservations,
contact the church office at (954) 450-5578, or e-mail [23][email protected].
Links:
23. mailto:[email protected]
_St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral | New York, NY _
St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral of New York City will host a Thanksgiving
luncheon following services on Sunday, November 20.
The luncheon will take place in the Vartan Hall of the cathedral complex. It
is organized by the Rev. Fr. Mardiros Chevian, cathedral dean, and the St.
Vartan Cathedral Council. For more information, or to RSVP, contact Dn.
Sebuh Oscherician at (212) 686-0710, ext. 141.
The cathedral council is also sponsoring a food drive (non-perishable items
only) between November 10 and December 23. For more information, contact Dn.
Oscherician.
_Holy Trinity Church | Cambridge, MA_
Holy Trinity Church of Greater Boston will host the Trinity Christmas Bazaar
on Friday, December 2 (3-9 p.m.), and Saturday, December 3 (10 a.m.-7 p.m.).
Enjoy kebab dinners (shish, losh, chicken, and combo) and kheyma (for
Saturday lunch only); an a la carte menu and take-out meals; and vendor
booths. [24]Click here to view a bazaar flyer. Children are invited to
Santa's Playland. [25]Click here to view a flyer.
Links:
24. http://www.htaac.org/linked/bazfly11web.jpg
25. http://www.htaac.org/linked/santafly11web.jpg
For information, call the church office at (617) 354-0632, or e-mail
[26][email protected].
Links:
26. mailto:[email protected]
_Church of Our Saviour | Worcester, MA_
The Church of Our Saviour of Worcester, MA, will host a Christmas Festival
on Friday, December 2 (5-9 p.m.), and Sunday, December 4 (12-5 p.m.), in the
church's Cultural Center.
Enjoy delicious Armenian food and pastries from the country store=80'including
yalanchi, toorshi, Armenian cheese, and other delicacies-browse vendor
booths and take part in raffles. On Sunday, dance to the Eddie Melikian
Ensemble and stay for the arrival of Santa.
For information, e-mail [27][email protected], or call the church
office at (508)-756-2931.
Links:
27. mailto:[email protected]
_St. Thomas Church | Tenafly, NJ _
St. Thomas Church of Tenafly, NJ, will host a children's show featuring
"Taline, Friends, and Santa" on Saturday, December 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. The
program will include a performance and lunch. Tickets are $28. [28]Click
here to view a flyer for more information.
Links:
28. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/TALINE_FLYER_2011.pdf
_St. Peter Church | Watervliet, NY _
The Women's Guild of St. Peter Church of Watervliet, NY, will host a two-day
Holiday Bazaar on December 3 and 4 in the church's Gdanian Auditorium.
The weekend event will feature a pantry sale of delicious gourmet items,
such as manti, kufte, choreg, boreg, string cheese, paklava, and more. The
festivities will also include vendors selling an array of items. [29]Click
here for more information.
Links:
29. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/events-calendar/holiday-bazaar-in-watervliet-ny
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY_
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will celebrate the
40th anniversary of its Sunday and Armenian schools on Sunday, December 4.
The day will begin with the celebration of the Divine Liturgy by Archbishop
Yeghishe Gizirian and the ordination of three young men to the rank of
acolyte and sub-deacon. A banquet will follow in the church's Tutak Hall.
EVENTS
Armenian Cross
_Oriental Orthodox Concelebration on Saturday_
The Standing Conference of Oriental Orthodox Churches will sponsor the
Oriental Orthodox Concelebration of the Divine Liturgy on Saturday, November
19, beginning at 9 a.m.
The service will take place at the Coptic Orthodox Church of Archangel
Michael and St. Mena in Staten Island, New York (4095 Amboy Road).
The Standing Conference of Oriental Orthodox Churches is comprised of the
Armenian, Coptic, Ethiopian, and Syrian Orthodox Churches. The public is
invited to participate in Saturday's service.
The Aryan Myth: Htiler and Armenians
_Zohrab Center to Host Two Events in December_
The Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center will host two
events next month in the Guild Hall of the St. Vartan Cathedral Complex (630
Second Avenue in New York City).
Dr. Vartan Matiossian will give a talk titled `The Aryan Myth, Hitler, and
the Armenians' on Thursday, December 1, beginning at 7 p.m. [30]Click here
to view a flyer for more information.
Links:
30. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=5378de21bf&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
The Center will screen `Aram Khachaturian: A Documentary' on Thursday,
December 8, beginning at 7 p.m. An introduction to the 45-minute film will
be given by its producer, the master pianist Å=9Eahan Arzruni. [31]Click here
to view a flyer.
Links:
31. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/AramKhachaturianDec2011.pdf
YOUTH NEWS
2011 ACYOA Leadership Conference
Students of the Diocese's Khrimian Lyceum.
_Khrimian Lyceum to Travel to Massachusetts_
The Diocese's Khrimian Lyceum will make an educational trip to the Greater
Boston area on November 19 and 20.
The program for students and parents will include visits to the Armenian
Library and Museum of America (ALMA), Project SAVE, and Armenian Heritage
Park. The group will also attend the 25th anniversary performance of the
Sayat Nova dance group in Waltham, MA.
On Sunday, November 20, the group will take part in the celebration of the
Divine Liturgy at St. James Church of Watertown, MA, and join local ACYOA
members for dinner.
The Khrimian Lyceum is a language and cultural program for Armenian
students ages 12-18. For more information about the lyceum, contact Gilda
Buchakjian, the Diocese's Armenian Studies coordinator, at
(212) 686-0710, ext. 148.
A NOTE TO OUR READERS
The Diocese's e-Newsletter will not be published on Thanksgiving Day,
Thursday, November 24. We look forward to resuming e-Newsletter publication
on Thursday, December 1.
To send a Thanksgiving e-card to your family and friends, visit our
[32]website.
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
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Phone: (212) 686-0710 | Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: [33]www.armenianchurch-ed.net
Links:
32. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/e-cards/thanksgiving
33. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-0710
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TOP STORY November
17, 2011
Holy Mother of God, Asdvadzadzin
A detail of a painting depicting St. Mary from Holy Etchmiadzin.
_Presentation of the Mother-of-God to the Temple_
On Monday, November 21, the worldwide Armenian Church will celebrate the
Feast of the Presentation of the Holy Mother-of-God to the Temple.
Shortly after Mary was born, her parents Joachim and Anna took their
daughter to the Temple of Jerusalem to be consecrated to God in thanksgiving
for the gift of their child. According to tradition, Mary remained there for
a time and was given over to the care of pious widows and maidens who lived
at the temple. Later, as a young woman, Mary became betrothed to Joseph the
carpenter.
[4]
Click here to learn more about Mary's life.
Links:
4. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/feasts/annunciation/about-mary
Holy Trinity Armenian Church in Cheltenham, PA
_Primate to Visit Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA_
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, will visit Holy Trinity
Church of Cheltenham, PA, on Sunday, November 20, as the community gathers
to mark the 45th anniversary of the church's consecration.
Archbishop Barsamian will celebrate the Divine Liturgy and ordain five
acolytes and five sub-deacons. Later in the afternoon, a banquet will be
held featuring performances by local artists. Several parishioners will be
recognized for their years of service with the `St. Vartan Award.'
[5]
Click here to visit the parish website.
Links:
5. http://www.holytrinity-pa.org
Scripture of the Week
Is 29:11-20
Phil 4:8-24
Lk 11:1-13
Prayer of the Week
Let us hold the holy Mother-of-God and all the saints as intercessors with
the Father in Heaven, that He may be pleased to have mercy and compassion on
us, His creatures, and save us. Almighty Lord, our God, save us and have
mercy on us. Amen.
Upcoming Saints & Feasts
_19 November: _Feast of All Saints, Old and New, Known and Unknown
_20 November:_ Barekendan of the Fast of Advent
_21 November:_ Presentation of the Holy Mother-of-God to the Temple
CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Soorp Asdvzdzadzin Church in Odzun village
Sourp Mariam Asdvadzadzin Church in Odzun, Armenia.
_Restoration of 6th-Century Church to Begin in Armenia _
Armenia's Ministry of Culture and the Hovhannes Imastaser Catholicos
Odznetsi charitable foundation recently announced that they will work
together to restore the historic Sourp Mariam Asdvadzadzin Church in
Armenia's northern village of Odzun.
Established in the 6th century, the church underwent its first major
reconstruction in the 8th century under the leadership of the Catholicos
Hovhannes Imastaser Odznetsi. During the Soviet period, the church fell into
ruin. Plans were made to renovate the structure in the early 1990s, but the
project stalled as the young Armenian nation faced the challenges of its
early years.
The current project will restore the Sourp Mariam Asdvadzadzin Church to its
former glory. Experts estimate that it will take three years to complete the
construction work. [6]
Click here
to view a video in Armenian about the new project.
Links:
6. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ieN1zX8fSw&feature=channel_video_title
DIOCESAN NEWS
President of Nagorno Karabagh visit St. Vartan Cathedral
(foreground, left to right) Archbishop Barkev Martirossian, President Bako
Sahakyan, and Archbishop Khajag Barsamian at St. Vartan Cathedral on
Thursday.
_Nagorno-Karabagh Delegation Visits Diocese_
On Thursday, November 17, a delegation from the Republic of Nagorno-Karabagh
visited the Diocesan Center in New York, where they met with Archbishop
Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate; the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian,
Diocesan Vicar; Garnik Nanagoulian, executive director of the Fund for
Armenian Relief; Oscar Tatosian, chair of the Diocesan Council; and Dr.
Raffy Hovanessian, Diocesan Council member.
The delegation was led by Archbishop Barkev Martirossian, Primate of the
Artsakh Diocese, and Nagorno-Karabagh President Bako Sahakyan.
The visit began at St. Vartan Cathedral, where Archbishop Barsamian greeted
Archbishop Martirossian, President Sahakyan, and other guests-including
David Babayan, assistant to the NKR president; Ambassador Tatoul Markarian,
Armenia's Ambassador to the United States; Ambassador Garen Nazarian, the
Permanent Representative of the Republic of Armenia to the United Nations;
Robert Avetisyan, NKR representative to the U.S; Khoren Bandazian, chair of
All Armenia Fund USA; and Irina Lazarian, executive director of ArmeniaFund
USA-and gave them a brief tour of the Eastern Diocese's spiritual center.
Representatives then met at the Diocesan Complex to discuss recent
developments in Nagorno-Karabagh, the diaspora's contributions to
Karabagh's growth, and the annual international Armenia Fund Telethon, which
will raise money for projects to bring clean drinking water to
Nagorno-Karabagh and rural areas throughout Armenia. The delegation is
visiting Armenian communities across the U.S. to encourage participation in
the telethon, which is scheduled to be broadcast live on Thanksgiving Day,
Thursday, November 24.
President Sahakyan and Archbishop Martirossian thanked the Eastern Diocese
and the Fund for Armenian Relief for their continued support of projects in
Nagorno-Karabagh. The Eastern Diocese and FAR have shared a warm
relationship with the Artsakh Diocese and the local government since the
region's independence movement in the late 1980s.
President Sahakyan also presented Archbishop Barsamian with a medal in
recognition of his contributions to Nagorno-Karabagh, as well as on the
occasion of the 40th anniversary of Archbishop Barsamian's ordination into
the holy priesthood and his 20th anniversary as Primate of the Eastern
Diocese.
[7]Click here to view photos.
Links:
7. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/DiocesanEvents/Nagorno-Karabagh-Delegation/20137297_Hxb9P5#1589680055_rXcTKpm
Diocesan Council meeting at the Diocesan Center on November 15, 2011
Members of the Diocesan Council met on Wednesday.
_Diocesan Council Reviews Progress of Annual Appeal_
Meeting at the Diocesan Center on Wednesday, November 16, members of the
Diocesan Council heard from Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate,
about the recent pilgrimage he led to Diarbekir for the re-consecration of
St. Giragos Armenian Church, and the events in Armenia celebrating the 12th
anniversary of the consecration and enthronement of His Holiness Karekin II
and his 60th birthday.
Council members also heard reports from the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian,
Diocesan Vicar; Michael Guglielmo, executive director; and the development
and finance departments. The council reviewed in detail the progress to date
of the [8]2011 Annual Appeal, and was heartened by the news that almost 100
new first-time donors have contributed to the Appeal so far.
Links:
8. https://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/donate-now
Mr. Guglielmo described the recent ACYOA Leadership Conference, noting the
impressive level of engagement and energy shown by this group of young
leaders. Council members also made plans for the next council meeting, which
is scheduled for Saturday, December 17, in Cambridge, MA. It will be held in
conjunction with the Boston area Annual Appeal reception that evening.
Fr. Aren Jebejian speaks at the Midwest clergy conference in November
Jennifer Morris and Fr. Aren Jebejian at this week's clergy meeting in Palos
Heights, IL.
_Midwest Clergy Discuss Lay Ministry Initiatives_
On Monday, November 14, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate,
presided over a meeting of clergy in the Midwest region. The meeting was
held at Sts. Joachim and Anne Church in Palos Heights, IL.
Michael Guglielmo, the Diocese's executive director, and Jennifer Morris,
youth coordinator, led a discussion on the possibility of expanding
participation in the Hye Camp program. Also during the meeting, clergy
shared recent accomplishments in their ministries and spoke about the
implementation of this year's Diocesan theme: `The Call to Serve: Ministry
of the Faithful.'
The meeting concluded with Archbishop Barsamian reflecting on the recent
pilgrimage he led to Diarbekir for the re-consecration of St. Giragos
Armenian Church and his trip to Holy Etchmiadzin for events surrounding the
12th anniversary of the consecration and enthronement of His Holiness
Karekin II, and his 60th birthday.
The Midwest clergy will meet again on the occasion of the feast of Sts.
Ghevontiantz in February 2012.
Annual Appeal at Naha Restaurant in Chicago, November 2011
Diocesan leaders gathered at Naha Restaurant in Chicago for an Annual Appeal
reception last Sunday.
_Annual Appeal Reception Held in Chicago_
On Sunday evening, November 13, Chicago's Naha Restaurant hosted a reception
for the 2011 Annual Appeal. Diocesan leaders gathered to support the
initiative, which honors the 40th anniversary of Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian's ordination into the holy priesthood of the Armenian Church.
The Annual Appeal is the only Diocesan-wide fundraiser conducted each year
to help the Diocese undertake the many ministries, programs, and resources
that enrich life in our local parishes. The first $700,000 raised in the
appeal will fund the Diocese's operating budget; but all funds raised beyond
that amount will be used to establish a special endowment in our Primate's
honor.
The new "Archbishop Khajag Barsamian Endowment" will nourish vibrant
existing programs, and allow the Diocese to expand into dynamic new
ministries-such as support for lay ministry.
[9]
Click here to donate to the appeal. Additional receptions are planned for
regions across the Diocese in the coming weeks.
Links:
9. https://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/get-involved/donate-now
Dr. Nishan Parlakian
Deacon Rubik Mailian led choir workshops for churches in the Midwest last
weekend.
_Sacred Music Council Holds Midwest Choir Workshops _
Choir members of Midwest churches came together last weekend to study voice
techniques and Christmas music in preparation for Armenian Christmas on
January 6.
The regional workshops were organized by the area clergy and choirs, and
sponsored by the Sacred Music Council. They were led by Deacon Rubik
Mailian, chair of the Sacred Music Council and the music director at St.
John Church of Greater Detroit.
The workshops included a session for junior choir members in Waukegan, IL,
on Friday, November 11, and two sessions for choir members in Chicago, IL,
and Racine, WI, on Saturday, November 12. Topics included the meaning,
theological significance, and history of the hymns, as well as diction,
phrasing, and rhythmical articulation.
Click to[10] read more and to [11]view photos.
Links:
10. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news-archive/sacred-music-choir-workshops
11. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/SacredMusicCouncil/Sacred-Music-Council-Midwest/20131143_z9qWQb#1589150172_RDnWMWB
FAR
Aleksander Nefedov paints a landscape at the Kasakh River.
_FAR's Fine Art Program Inspires Armenian Artists _
FAR's Fine Art Painter's Program recently organized a day trip to the Kasakh
River in Armenia's western province of Aragatsotn.
Aleksander Nefedov, a former graduate of the FAR Gulamerian Vocational
Training Program and a master's student at the Fine Art Academy in Yerevan,
was a member of the group. `Nowadays it's not easy to go outside of the city
to work,' he said. `I have always dreamed of being able to paint with my
senior colleagues and to learn from them.'
Now in its tenth year, FAR's Fine Art Painter's Program is run in
collaboration with the Artists Union of Armenia. It gives an opportunity to
Armenian painters to travel around the country to seek inspiration from the
beautiful nature of Armenia.
[12]
Click here to read more on FAR's blog.
Links:
12. http://blog.farusa.org/2011/11/08/fine-art-painters-program-yerevan-artists-find-inspiration-along-the-kasakh-river
Walk thru Bible
Children took part in the interactive "Walk Thru the Bible" seminar at the
Church of our Saviour in Worcester, MA, last Saturday.
_Walk Thru the Bible Seminar a Success in New England_
Some 120 parishioners from communities across the New England region
gathered on Saturday, November 12, for an interactive Scripture seminar at
the Church of Our Saviour in Worcester, MA.
Titled `Walk Thru the Bible: Old Testament,' the daylong event was sponsored
by the Diocesan Department of Youth and Education and the New England Sunday
School Superintendents Association.
`One of the things all superintendents have come to realize is that unless
the entire community is modeling a powerful and authentic faith, then
whatever we offer our children and young people is futile,' said Elise
Antreassian, the Diocese's Christian Education coordinator. =80=9CThey learn from
believing adults who are faith models.'
Click to [13]read more about the seminar and to [14]view photos.
Links:
13. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news-archive/new-england-walks-thru-the-bible
14. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/DepartmentofYouthandEducation/New-England-Walks-Thru-the/20131070_Z6PRMd#1589145469_xSxL9pG
Advent
_Visit our Blog for Daily Advent Reflections_
Friday, November 18, marks the beginning of the Advent season. Advent means
`coming'-the coming of Christ; in Armenian it is called Hisnag, from the
word `fifty.'
It is the 50-day period during which we prepare to celebrate the Nativity
and Theophany of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a time to reflect on our
relationship with God and to rededicate ourselves to Christ through our
actions, thoughts, and prayers. Advent can also be an occasion to discover
God's gifts all around us.
This year the Department of Youth and Education is offering daily Advent
reflections on our blog. [15]Click here to view the first reflection, and
come back each day to read and reflect on the posts.
Links:
15. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/wpblog/2011/11/daily-advent-reflections
PARISH NEWS
Fr. Simeon Odabashian visits Palos Heights parish
Archbishop Barsamian distributes Holy Communion at Sts. Joachim and Anne
Church last Sunday.
_Palos Heights, IL, Parish Marks 53 Years_
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, visited Sts. Joachim and Anne
Church of Palos Heights, IL, last weekend, as the parish celebrated the 53rd
anniversary of the church's consecration.
On Saturday, November 12, Archbishop Barsamian engaged in a discussion with
parishioners in the church hall. He answered questions on a range of topics,
including his personal journey to the priesthood, the ecumenical movement,
and the traditions and practices of the Armenian Church.
On Sunday, Archbishop Barsamian celebrated the Divine Liturgy, and joined
the community for a celebratory dinner to mark the church's anniversary. The
afternoon featured performances by parish children and the presentation of
the `Lay Minister of the Year' awards to Robert Koshkarian and Pearl
Gopoian.
Click to [16]read more and to [17]view photos.
Links:
16. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/news/sts-joachim-and-anne-church-welcomes-primate-marks-53-years
17. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/Parishes-of-the-Eastern/Sts-Joachim-and-Ann-Celebrates/20131175_3DTmhv#1589154453_jdCtm38
Fr. Simeon Odabashian visits Palos Heights parish
Fr. Simeon Odabashian with parishioners at Holy Resurrection Church in New
Britain, CT.
_Diocesan Vicar Visits Parish in New Britain, CT_
On Sunday, November 13, the Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian, Diocesan Vicar,
visited the Church of the Holy Resurrection in New Britain, CT, where he
celebrated the Divine Liturgy and met with the community.
In addition, Fr. Odabashian led a discussion with the Parish Council on this
year's Diocesan theme: `The Call to Serve: Ministry of the Faithful.' The
discussion focused on how each Parish Council member views his or her
service and commitment to the parish in the light of servant leadership as
exemplified by Christ.
Blessing service at Holy Resurrection Church
Fr. Hovhan Khoja-Eynatyan and Fr. Paren Galstyan bless the new cultural hall
at Holy Resurrection Church in South Milwaukee, WI.
_New Cultural Hall Blessed in South Milwaukee, WI_
On Saturday, November 12, Holy Resurrection Church of South Milwaukee, WI,
celebrated the completion of the renovation of the church's cultural hall.
The Rev. Fr. Paren Galstyan, parish pastor, and the Rev. Fr. Hovhan
Khoja-Eynatyan, pastor of St. James Church of Evanston, IL, celebrated the
Divine Liturgy, and performed a requiem service for deceased members of the
community.
Following services, Fr. Galstyan and Fr. Khoja-Eynatyan blessed the church
hall, which is dedicated to the survivors of the Armenian Genocide who
settled in the South Milwaukee area. The renovation project was realized
through the support of the entire parish.
[18]Click here to view photos.
Links:
18. http://easterndiocese.smugmug.com/Parishes-of-the-Eastern/South-Milwaukee-WI-Cultural/20135700_LWVJfq#1589532804_ZnZPnNK
Veteran's day commemoration in Providence
Fr. Shnork Souin with veterans at Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church.
_Veterans Day Commemorated in Providence, RI _
On Sunday, November 13, Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church of Providence, RI,
commemorated Veterans Day. The day began with the celebration of the Divine
Liturgy by parish pastor, the Rev. Fr. Shnork Souin.
The community honored its veterans following services in the sanctuary.
During fellowship hour later in the afternoon a special cake was presented
by the Women's Guild.
[19]
Click here to visit the parish website and to view photos.
Links:
19. http://www.stsahmes.org/NewWebsite/gallery/2010s/VeteransDay2011/phpslideshow.php?directory=.&auto=1¤tPic=39
_Upcoming Parish Events _
_Soorp Haroutiun Church | Orlando, FL_
Soorp Haroutiun Church of Orlando, FL, will host a Christmas Bazaar from
November 18 to 20. Enjoy Armenian food and pastries while browsing
handicrafts, stitchery, jewelry, and other items.
[20]Click here to view a flyer for information.
Links:
20. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/OrlandoBazaar.pdf
_St. Mary Church | Washington, DC_
The Gift Store Committee of St. Mary Church of Washington, DC, will host a
dinner dance with singer Bartev on Saturday, November 19, beginning at 7:30
p.m.
The evening will feature a full-course dinner and a cash bar. It will be
held in the St. Mary Church hall. Tickets are $55 per person. [21]Click here
to view a flyer.
Links:
21. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/StMaryDanceWashingtonNovember2011.pdf
To make reservations, contact Jermen Hallajian at (301) 294-0675; Rebecca
Petrosian at (301) 758-4834; or Takuhi Hallajian at (301) 219-4041; or
e-mail [22][email protected].
Links:
22. mailto:[email protected]
_Armenian Church at Hye Pointe | Haverhill, MA_
The Armenian Church at Hye Pointe of Haverhill, MA, will host a "Holiday
Kef" Dance on Saturday, November 19, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. The event will
be held at the UMass Lowell Conference Center (50 Warren Street in Lowell,
MA).
The evening will feature Richard Hagopian and his Kef Time ensemble: Mal
Barsamian, Jason Naroian, Bruce Girgajian, and Paul Mooradian. Maza will be
served.
Tickets are $45 for adults and $25 for students. For information, call:
Richard Bazarian at (978) 374-0687, or Michael Naroian at (978) 682-3946.
_St. Mary Church | Hollywood, FL _
St. Mary Church of Hollywood, FL, will host an Argentinean BBQ & Tango Night
on Saturday, November 19.
The event will feature music by the Mediterranean Band, dinner, tango
performances, and tango lessons. All ages are welcome. For reservations,
contact the church office at (954) 450-5578, or e-mail [23][email protected].
Links:
23. mailto:[email protected]
_St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral | New York, NY _
St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral of New York City will host a Thanksgiving
luncheon following services on Sunday, November 20.
The luncheon will take place in the Vartan Hall of the cathedral complex. It
is organized by the Rev. Fr. Mardiros Chevian, cathedral dean, and the St.
Vartan Cathedral Council. For more information, or to RSVP, contact Dn.
Sebuh Oscherician at (212) 686-0710, ext. 141.
The cathedral council is also sponsoring a food drive (non-perishable items
only) between November 10 and December 23. For more information, contact Dn.
Oscherician.
_Holy Trinity Church | Cambridge, MA_
Holy Trinity Church of Greater Boston will host the Trinity Christmas Bazaar
on Friday, December 2 (3-9 p.m.), and Saturday, December 3 (10 a.m.-7 p.m.).
Enjoy kebab dinners (shish, losh, chicken, and combo) and kheyma (for
Saturday lunch only); an a la carte menu and take-out meals; and vendor
booths. [24]Click here to view a bazaar flyer. Children are invited to
Santa's Playland. [25]Click here to view a flyer.
Links:
24. http://www.htaac.org/linked/bazfly11web.jpg
25. http://www.htaac.org/linked/santafly11web.jpg
For information, call the church office at (617) 354-0632, or e-mail
[26][email protected].
Links:
26. mailto:[email protected]
_Church of Our Saviour | Worcester, MA_
The Church of Our Saviour of Worcester, MA, will host a Christmas Festival
on Friday, December 2 (5-9 p.m.), and Sunday, December 4 (12-5 p.m.), in the
church's Cultural Center.
Enjoy delicious Armenian food and pastries from the country store=80'including
yalanchi, toorshi, Armenian cheese, and other delicacies-browse vendor
booths and take part in raffles. On Sunday, dance to the Eddie Melikian
Ensemble and stay for the arrival of Santa.
For information, e-mail [27][email protected], or call the church
office at (508)-756-2931.
Links:
27. mailto:[email protected]
_St. Thomas Church | Tenafly, NJ _
St. Thomas Church of Tenafly, NJ, will host a children's show featuring
"Taline, Friends, and Santa" on Saturday, December 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. The
program will include a performance and lunch. Tickets are $28. [28]Click
here to view a flyer for more information.
Links:
28. http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/TALINE_FLYER_2011.pdf
_St. Peter Church | Watervliet, NY _
The Women's Guild of St. Peter Church of Watervliet, NY, will host a two-day
Holiday Bazaar on December 3 and 4 in the church's Gdanian Auditorium.
The weekend event will feature a pantry sale of delicious gourmet items,
such as manti, kufte, choreg, boreg, string cheese, paklava, and more. The
festivities will also include vendors selling an array of items. [29]Click
here for more information.
Links:
29. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/news-and-media/events-calendar/holiday-bazaar-in-watervliet-ny
_St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY_
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will celebrate the
40th anniversary of its Sunday and Armenian schools on Sunday, December 4.
The day will begin with the celebration of the Divine Liturgy by Archbishop
Yeghishe Gizirian and the ordination of three young men to the rank of
acolyte and sub-deacon. A banquet will follow in the church's Tutak Hall.
EVENTS
Armenian Cross
_Oriental Orthodox Concelebration on Saturday_
The Standing Conference of Oriental Orthodox Churches will sponsor the
Oriental Orthodox Concelebration of the Divine Liturgy on Saturday, November
19, beginning at 9 a.m.
The service will take place at the Coptic Orthodox Church of Archangel
Michael and St. Mena in Staten Island, New York (4095 Amboy Road).
The Standing Conference of Oriental Orthodox Churches is comprised of the
Armenian, Coptic, Ethiopian, and Syrian Orthodox Churches. The public is
invited to participate in Saturday's service.
The Aryan Myth: Htiler and Armenians
_Zohrab Center to Host Two Events in December_
The Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center will host two
events next month in the Guild Hall of the St. Vartan Cathedral Complex (630
Second Avenue in New York City).
Dr. Vartan Matiossian will give a talk titled `The Aryan Myth, Hitler, and
the Armenians' on Thursday, December 1, beginning at 7 p.m. [30]Click here
to view a flyer for more information.
Links:
30. http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=5378de21bf&e= 3aa2e2c3e9
The Center will screen `Aram Khachaturian: A Documentary' on Thursday,
December 8, beginning at 7 p.m. An introduction to the 45-minute film will
be given by its producer, the master pianist Å=9Eahan Arzruni. [31]Click here
to view a flyer.
Links:
31. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/AramKhachaturianDec2011.pdf
YOUTH NEWS
2011 ACYOA Leadership Conference
Students of the Diocese's Khrimian Lyceum.
_Khrimian Lyceum to Travel to Massachusetts_
The Diocese's Khrimian Lyceum will make an educational trip to the Greater
Boston area on November 19 and 20.
The program for students and parents will include visits to the Armenian
Library and Museum of America (ALMA), Project SAVE, and Armenian Heritage
Park. The group will also attend the 25th anniversary performance of the
Sayat Nova dance group in Waltham, MA.
On Sunday, November 20, the group will take part in the celebration of the
Divine Liturgy at St. James Church of Watertown, MA, and join local ACYOA
members for dinner.
The Khrimian Lyceum is a language and cultural program for Armenian
students ages 12-18. For more information about the lyceum, contact Gilda
Buchakjian, the Diocese's Armenian Studies coordinator, at
(212) 686-0710, ext. 148.
A NOTE TO OUR READERS
The Diocese's e-Newsletter will not be published on Thanksgiving Day,
Thursday, November 24. We look forward to resuming e-Newsletter publication
on Thursday, December 1.
To send a Thanksgiving e-card to your family and friends, visit our
[32]website.
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 686-0710 | Fax: (212) 779-3558
Web: [33]www.armenianchurch-ed.net
Links:
32. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/e-cards/thanksgiving
33. http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net