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January 13, 2012
Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate
6252 Honolulu Avenue
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Tel: (818) 248-7737
Fax: (818) 248-7745
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.westernprelacy.org
EPISCOPAL DIVINE LITURGY AND BLESSING OF MADAGH ON THE NAME DAY OF ST.
GARABED CHURCH IN HOLLYWOOD
Saturday, January 14, 2012 is the Feast of St. John the Baptist,
which is also the name day of St. Garabed Church of Hollywood.
On this occasion, on Sunday, January 15, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, will celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon
at St. Garabed Church.
Parish Pastor Archpriest Fr. Vicken Vassilian will assist at the
altar. The blessing of madagh will take place after the service, followed
by a luncheon at "Karapetian" Hall organized by the Parish Pastor and Board
of Trustees.
The luncheon will include a cultural program presented by Sunday
School students and Rose and Alex Pilibos High School students. Each year
during this annual luncheon, individuals are recognized and honored for
their service to the church and community. This year's honoree is Deacon
Zohrab Yaralian.
HRANT DINK 5TH ANNIVERSARY REQUIEM
By the ordinance of the Prelate, on Sunday, January 15, requiem
service will be offered in all Prelacy Churches in memory of journalist
Hrant Dink on the 5th anniversary of his death.
A commemoration in remembrance of Hrant Dink will be held in the
evening at the Organizations of Istanbul Armenians center in Winnetka. The
event has been organized by the The Organizations of Istanbul Armenians and
the Armenian Genocide United Commemoration Committee.
Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchardourian will attend on behalf of the
Prelate.
OVER 600 COMMUNITY MEMBERS PLEDGE THEIR SUPPORT AT THE PRELATE'S NEW YEAR
AND CHRISTMAS DINNER
On Friday, January 6, 2012, over 600 Prelacy sponsors, supporters
and friends gathered at "Bagramian" Hall of Holy Cross Cathedral in
Montebello for the Prelate's traditional New Year and Christmas Dinner. The
dinner is held annually under the auspices of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, by the initiative of the Religious and Executive
Councils, and organized by the Prelacy Ladies Auxiliary.
Among the guests in attendance were Consul General of Armenia the
Honorable Grigor Hovhannissian and his wife, Armenian National Assembly
member and Heritage Party leader Raffi Hovannisian, Central Executive
members Mr. Khajag Dikijian and Mr. Vahe Yacoubian with their wives,
Executive Council, Members of the ARF Central Committee, ARS, Homenetmen,
and Hamazkayin, Parishes' delegates and Boards of Trustees, Board of Regents
and Prelacy Schools' principals and directors, media representatives,
sponsors, and friends.
This year's dinner was hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Harry and Cheryl
Nadjarian. The evening's Master of Ceremonies was Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian.
The evening began with the entrance of the Prelate and clergy into
the hall in a procession, candles in hand and singing Christmas hymns. H.E.
Archbishop Yeprem Tabakian read the passage from the Bible on the Birth of
Christ, after which the Prelate blessed the tables.
Master of Ceremonies Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian welcomed the guests
and reflected on the spirit of Christmas, the good tidings of the Birth of
our Lord Jesus Christ and the message of peace, love, and harmony. Fr.
Vazken also commended the service of the Ladies Auxiliary members, noting
that they greatly contributed to the Pontifical Visit and also once again
organized the evening's dinner. He then invited Ladies Auxiliary Chair Mrs.
Salpi Srourian and Executive Council Chair Mrs. Rima Boghossian to deliver
their remarks. Mrs. Srourian welcomed the guests and wished them an
enjoyable evening together. Mrs. Boghossian thanked the guests for the
support and encouragement they demonstrated with their attendance. She
spoke in high regard of the efforts and leadership of the Prelate, reflected
on the role of our Churches and Schools in our community life and our work
towards the Armenian Cause, and concluded by conveying her well wishes on
the New Year and Christmas.
Guests then watched the taped message of our Pontiff H.H. Catholicos
Aram I, which began with His Holiness conveying his New Year and Christmas
well wishes to the Prelate, Councils, and guests. His Holiness reflected on
the three main themes of his recent Pontifical Visit, which were spiritual
renewal, continued progress of our Schools, and furthering of our Cause,
stating that these are ongoing missions which must form the basis of all our
endeavors and collective lives.
The evening also included a cultural program. Throughout the night,
guests enjoyed traditional Armenian music presented by pianist Professor
Levon Aprahamian and singers Anahit Nercisyan and Kevork Chakmanian.
Fr. Vazken then thanked all those who contributed to the success of
the dinner, among them the Jabarian, Kurkjian, and Alexanian Families for
donating the evening's souvenirs, centerpieces, and drinks, as well as the
participants of the cultural program, organizers, and sponsors.
The Prelate was then invited to deliver his message.
His Eminence commended Fr. Vazken for successfully carrying out his
duties as Master of Ceremonies, the Ladies Auxiliary for organizing the
evening, and all the sponsors and volunteers who made the evening as well as
the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness a great success. (Click here for full
press) (Click here for photos)
PRELATE CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS DIVINE LITURGY
AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH
On Friday, January 6, 2012, the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany
of our Lord was ceremoniously celebrated at Prelacy Churches with Divine
Liturgy, the blessing of water, and the Prelate's Traditional New Year and
Christmas Dinner.
The celebration began on the evening of Thursday, January 5th with
Christmas Eve Divine Liturgy. H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, celebrated Divine Liturgy and delivered the sermon at Holy Cross
Cathedral in Montebello.
On Friday, January 6, the Prelate celebrated Divine Liturgy at St.
Mary's Church in Glendale on the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany, where
he also delivered the sermon and conducted the blessing of water. The
Godfather of the Cross was Aren Melkonian, son of Prelacy and community
sponsors Mr. and Mrs. Varant and Hoori Melkonian.
In his sermon, the Prelate spoke of the inspiring and timeless
messages of the Nativity of harmony, humility, and love which remain alive
in our hearts to this day and lead us to live God-pleasing lives.
On Saturday, January 7, Christmas Memorial Day, requiem services
were offered at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Hall of Liberty and Forest Lawn
Glendale Church of the Recessional, presided over by the Prelate and with
the participation of clergy members.
CHRISTMAS PRAYER SERVICE AND BLESSING OF WATER
AT ARARAT HOME
In celebration of the Nativity and Theophany of our Lord Jesus
Christ, on Tuesday, January 10, 2012, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, and clergy members visited Ararat Home in Mission Hills for a
prayer service and the blessing of water.
The day began at 10:00 a.m. with a prayer and the blessing of water
in the Residents Dining Room of the Nursing Facility. Following the
service, the Prelate conveyed his well wishes to the administration and
residents for a blessed New Year.
At 10:30 a.m., Divine Liturgy was celebrated at the Sheen Chapel for
Assisted Living residents. The celebrant was Archpriest Fr. Vicken
Vassilian, who also delivered the sermon.
At noon, the Prelate and clergy were hosted to a luncheon by the
administration.
SAYAT NOVA DANCE COMPANY "JOURNEY THROUGH TIME"
On Sunday, January 15, the Sayat Nova Dance Company of Boston will
perfomr "Journey Through Time" at the Glendale High School Auditorium. The
production is a journey through pagan times, the adoption of Christianity,
the battle of Vartanantz, the Genocide, to the ultimate celebration of an
independent Armenia.
Rev. Fr. Ghevont Kirazian will attend on behalf of the Prelate.
PRELATE REPRESENTED AT RECEPTION IN HONOR OF ARCHBISHOP JOSEPH ZEHLAOUI
On December 11, 2011, H.G. Bishop Joseph (Bishop of Los Angeles and
the West in the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese) was elevated to the rank of
Archbishop by His Beautitude Ignatius IV, Patriarch of Antioch and all the
East.
On Sunday, January 8, Hierarchical Divine Liturgy was celebrated at
Saint Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Christian Cathedral followed by a special
reception in honor of the elevation of Bishop Joseph.
On behalf of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate,
Archpriest Fr. Nareg Pehlivanian attended the Liturgy and the reception,
during which he conveyed the Prelate's congratulations and well wishes to
Archbishop Joseph. His Eminence expressed his thanks for the participation
of Fr. Nareg on behalf of the Prelate.
Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate
6252 Honolulu Avenue
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Tel: (818) 248-7737
Fax: (818) 248-7745
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.westernprelacy.org
EPISCOPAL DIVINE LITURGY AND BLESSING OF MADAGH ON THE NAME DAY OF ST.
GARABED CHURCH IN HOLLYWOOD
Saturday, January 14, 2012 is the Feast of St. John the Baptist,
which is also the name day of St. Garabed Church of Hollywood.
On this occasion, on Sunday, January 15, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, will celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon
at St. Garabed Church.
Parish Pastor Archpriest Fr. Vicken Vassilian will assist at the
altar. The blessing of madagh will take place after the service, followed
by a luncheon at "Karapetian" Hall organized by the Parish Pastor and Board
of Trustees.
The luncheon will include a cultural program presented by Sunday
School students and Rose and Alex Pilibos High School students. Each year
during this annual luncheon, individuals are recognized and honored for
their service to the church and community. This year's honoree is Deacon
Zohrab Yaralian.
HRANT DINK 5TH ANNIVERSARY REQUIEM
By the ordinance of the Prelate, on Sunday, January 15, requiem
service will be offered in all Prelacy Churches in memory of journalist
Hrant Dink on the 5th anniversary of his death.
A commemoration in remembrance of Hrant Dink will be held in the
evening at the Organizations of Istanbul Armenians center in Winnetka. The
event has been organized by the The Organizations of Istanbul Armenians and
the Armenian Genocide United Commemoration Committee.
Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchardourian will attend on behalf of the
Prelate.
OVER 600 COMMUNITY MEMBERS PLEDGE THEIR SUPPORT AT THE PRELATE'S NEW YEAR
AND CHRISTMAS DINNER
On Friday, January 6, 2012, over 600 Prelacy sponsors, supporters
and friends gathered at "Bagramian" Hall of Holy Cross Cathedral in
Montebello for the Prelate's traditional New Year and Christmas Dinner. The
dinner is held annually under the auspices of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, by the initiative of the Religious and Executive
Councils, and organized by the Prelacy Ladies Auxiliary.
Among the guests in attendance were Consul General of Armenia the
Honorable Grigor Hovhannissian and his wife, Armenian National Assembly
member and Heritage Party leader Raffi Hovannisian, Central Executive
members Mr. Khajag Dikijian and Mr. Vahe Yacoubian with their wives,
Executive Council, Members of the ARF Central Committee, ARS, Homenetmen,
and Hamazkayin, Parishes' delegates and Boards of Trustees, Board of Regents
and Prelacy Schools' principals and directors, media representatives,
sponsors, and friends.
This year's dinner was hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Harry and Cheryl
Nadjarian. The evening's Master of Ceremonies was Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian.
The evening began with the entrance of the Prelate and clergy into
the hall in a procession, candles in hand and singing Christmas hymns. H.E.
Archbishop Yeprem Tabakian read the passage from the Bible on the Birth of
Christ, after which the Prelate blessed the tables.
Master of Ceremonies Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian welcomed the guests
and reflected on the spirit of Christmas, the good tidings of the Birth of
our Lord Jesus Christ and the message of peace, love, and harmony. Fr.
Vazken also commended the service of the Ladies Auxiliary members, noting
that they greatly contributed to the Pontifical Visit and also once again
organized the evening's dinner. He then invited Ladies Auxiliary Chair Mrs.
Salpi Srourian and Executive Council Chair Mrs. Rima Boghossian to deliver
their remarks. Mrs. Srourian welcomed the guests and wished them an
enjoyable evening together. Mrs. Boghossian thanked the guests for the
support and encouragement they demonstrated with their attendance. She
spoke in high regard of the efforts and leadership of the Prelate, reflected
on the role of our Churches and Schools in our community life and our work
towards the Armenian Cause, and concluded by conveying her well wishes on
the New Year and Christmas.
Guests then watched the taped message of our Pontiff H.H. Catholicos
Aram I, which began with His Holiness conveying his New Year and Christmas
well wishes to the Prelate, Councils, and guests. His Holiness reflected on
the three main themes of his recent Pontifical Visit, which were spiritual
renewal, continued progress of our Schools, and furthering of our Cause,
stating that these are ongoing missions which must form the basis of all our
endeavors and collective lives.
The evening also included a cultural program. Throughout the night,
guests enjoyed traditional Armenian music presented by pianist Professor
Levon Aprahamian and singers Anahit Nercisyan and Kevork Chakmanian.
Fr. Vazken then thanked all those who contributed to the success of
the dinner, among them the Jabarian, Kurkjian, and Alexanian Families for
donating the evening's souvenirs, centerpieces, and drinks, as well as the
participants of the cultural program, organizers, and sponsors.
The Prelate was then invited to deliver his message.
His Eminence commended Fr. Vazken for successfully carrying out his
duties as Master of Ceremonies, the Ladies Auxiliary for organizing the
evening, and all the sponsors and volunteers who made the evening as well as
the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness a great success. (Click here for full
press) (Click here for photos)
PRELATE CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS DIVINE LITURGY
AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH
On Friday, January 6, 2012, the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany
of our Lord was ceremoniously celebrated at Prelacy Churches with Divine
Liturgy, the blessing of water, and the Prelate's Traditional New Year and
Christmas Dinner.
The celebration began on the evening of Thursday, January 5th with
Christmas Eve Divine Liturgy. H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, celebrated Divine Liturgy and delivered the sermon at Holy Cross
Cathedral in Montebello.
On Friday, January 6, the Prelate celebrated Divine Liturgy at St.
Mary's Church in Glendale on the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany, where
he also delivered the sermon and conducted the blessing of water. The
Godfather of the Cross was Aren Melkonian, son of Prelacy and community
sponsors Mr. and Mrs. Varant and Hoori Melkonian.
In his sermon, the Prelate spoke of the inspiring and timeless
messages of the Nativity of harmony, humility, and love which remain alive
in our hearts to this day and lead us to live God-pleasing lives.
On Saturday, January 7, Christmas Memorial Day, requiem services
were offered at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Hall of Liberty and Forest Lawn
Glendale Church of the Recessional, presided over by the Prelate and with
the participation of clergy members.
CHRISTMAS PRAYER SERVICE AND BLESSING OF WATER
AT ARARAT HOME
In celebration of the Nativity and Theophany of our Lord Jesus
Christ, on Tuesday, January 10, 2012, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, and clergy members visited Ararat Home in Mission Hills for a
prayer service and the blessing of water.
The day began at 10:00 a.m. with a prayer and the blessing of water
in the Residents Dining Room of the Nursing Facility. Following the
service, the Prelate conveyed his well wishes to the administration and
residents for a blessed New Year.
At 10:30 a.m., Divine Liturgy was celebrated at the Sheen Chapel for
Assisted Living residents. The celebrant was Archpriest Fr. Vicken
Vassilian, who also delivered the sermon.
At noon, the Prelate and clergy were hosted to a luncheon by the
administration.
SAYAT NOVA DANCE COMPANY "JOURNEY THROUGH TIME"
On Sunday, January 15, the Sayat Nova Dance Company of Boston will
perfomr "Journey Through Time" at the Glendale High School Auditorium. The
production is a journey through pagan times, the adoption of Christianity,
the battle of Vartanantz, the Genocide, to the ultimate celebration of an
independent Armenia.
Rev. Fr. Ghevont Kirazian will attend on behalf of the Prelate.
PRELATE REPRESENTED AT RECEPTION IN HONOR OF ARCHBISHOP JOSEPH ZEHLAOUI
On December 11, 2011, H.G. Bishop Joseph (Bishop of Los Angeles and
the West in the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese) was elevated to the rank of
Archbishop by His Beautitude Ignatius IV, Patriarch of Antioch and all the
East.
On Sunday, January 8, Hierarchical Divine Liturgy was celebrated at
Saint Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Christian Cathedral followed by a special
reception in honor of the elevation of Bishop Joseph.
On behalf of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate,
Archpriest Fr. Nareg Pehlivanian attended the Liturgy and the reception,
during which he conveyed the Prelate's congratulations and well wishes to
Archbishop Joseph. His Eminence expressed his thanks for the participation
of Fr. Nareg on behalf of the Prelate.