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November 16, 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
PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT
HOLY CROSS CATHEDRAL IN MONTEBELLO
- MEMORIAL FOR NATIONAL HERO MISAK TORLAKIAN
On Sunday, November 18, 2012, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, will preside over Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at Holy
Cross Cathedral in Montebello
The ARF Dro Gomideh has organized a memorial for Armenian national
hero Misak Torlakian which will take place on this day under the auspices of
the ARF Central Committee of the Western U.S.
The memorial will begin at 10:00 a.m. with a graveside memorial
prayer at Evergreen Memorial Park (204 N. Evergreen Ave. Los Angeles), led
by the Prelate. Requiem service will follow at noon at Holy Cross
Cathedral, also presided over by the Prelate. A memorial luncheon will
follow at 1:30 p.m. at Tumanjian Hall adjacent to the Cathedral.
PRELATE CONGRATULATES PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA AND CONGRESSIONAL WINNERS
Following the general election of November 6, this week the Prelate
sent congratulatory letters to President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe
Biden, Senator Dianne Feinstein, California members of Congress, State
Senators, State Assembly members, and L.A. County District Attorney.
In the letters, the Prelate noted that the Armenian-American
community throughout the United States values the long history of friendship
and collaboration with our elected leaders, and that we look forward to
continuing this relationship and working with our elected leaders on issues
of special concern to our community, among them Genocide recognition.
46TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. GREGORY CHURCH
OF SAN FRANCISCO
On Sunday, November11, 2012 the parish community of St. Gregory the
Illuminator Church of San Francisco celebrated the 46th anniversary of the
consecration of the Church.
The Prelate arrived in San Francisco on Saturday evening and had a
meeting with the Pastor, Delegates, Board of Trustees, and affiliated
bodies.
The Church anniversary was observed on Sunday with Episcopal Divine
Liturgy celebrated by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, who
also delivered the sermon. Parish Pastor Archpriest Fr. Khoren Habeshian
assisted at the altar.
The Prelate began his message by first giving thanks to God for the
opportunity to collectively celebrate the 46th anniversary of St. Gregory
Church. Reflecting on the anniversary of the Church, His Eminence noted
that it is a wonderful opportunity for the community to gather under one
roof, as members of one family, to collectively celebrate and commend the
endeavors and mission of the Church, to reflect on the achievements of the
past and look to them as starting points for even greater accomplishments in
the future. Today is also an opportunity to renew our pledge of service
with renewed vigor and vision so that we may reach new heights in our
mission, stated the Prelate. Addressing the Sunday School and
Krouzian-Zekarian-Vasbouragan students in attendance, the Prelate stressed
that their religious and national education will always remain the top
priority, and that as our future religious, national, and community leaders,
we will do our best to ensure that they receive the proper values,
education, and training to lead our church and nation when the time comes.
He commended the educators for their commitment to the mental and spiritual
development and growth of our youth, and congratulated and commended the
Pastor, Board of Trustees, Delegates, Ladies Guild, Sunday School, and all
affiliated bodies and volunteers for their devoted service to our church and
community, encouraging them to continue to serve with renewed vigor and
determination, and most importantly with love, unity, and harmony, for the
splendor of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the Armenian nation.
The Prelate then turned to the day's Scripture reading from Luke
8:49-56. In this passage, we read of a man named Jairus who reached out to
Jesus to heal his 12 year old daughter who was at the point of death. On
their way to his house, Jesus was delayed when a woman with a serious
illness approached Him for healing. Soon after, news arrived that Jairus'
daughter had died. But when Jesus heard this, He responded saying, "Do not
be afraid any longer, only believe, and she shall be made well".
The first message, said the Prelate, is that our Lord possesses
almighty power, even over death. Death is no match for the Giver of Life.
The second message, is that faith in Christ's love and power is the best
remedy, especially in times of trouble. Jairus' story teaches us to have
faith even in the most difficult of situations; to go from fear to faith
even when you are feeling hopeless. Our faith should be like that of
Jairus. Our belief and faith must be in Him, knowing that He has the power
to do whatever our request is, but the decision is His. In conclusion, the
Prelate urged that faith and prayer become a way of life for each and every
one of us. "The power and importance of faith and prayer cannot be
overstated. Unceasing, incessant prayer is essential to the vitality of our
relationship with our Lord. St. Paul said to the Thessalonians to "pray
without ceasing". Jesus called His followers to live in this prayerful
manner when He told "The Parable of the Persistent Woman" that contrasted an
unjust human judge with our righteous God. The lessons was "that men always
ought to pray and not lose heart". Let us never forget that God is always
with us, and turn to Him for comfort and care in our time of need. In this
chaotic world, let us remember that our God is the God of compassion and is
always in our midst. He knows our needs and will provide for us", concluded
His Eminence.
Following the service, the Prelate was led in a procession to the
courtyard where the faithful participated in the singing of the Cilician and
Armenian anthems.
The 46th anniversary luncheon followed at "Vasbouragan" Hall, during
which Sunday School students presented a cultural program of spiritual songs
and prayers. In his closing message, the Prelate highly commended Sunday
School Director Mrs. Caroline Aristakessian and teachers, and urged parents
to give special attention to the religious education of their children by
enrolling them in Sunday School and setting a good example by attending
Church services regularly themselves.
ARMENIA FUND 20th ANNIVERSARY GALA
On Sunday, November 18, the Armenia Fund 20th Anniversary Gala will
take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles. Armenia Fund
benefactors will be honored and the keynote address will be delivered by
Speaker of the National Assembly of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic The
Honorable Ashot Ghulyan.
The Prelate will deliver the invocation. Clergy, Executive Council
members and parishes' representatives will also be in attendance.
HUNCHAKIAN PARTY 125TH ANNIVERSARY
CLOSING CEREMONY
On Sunday, November 18, the Social Democrat Hunchakian Party 125th
anniversary closing ceremony will take place at Glendale High School
Auditorium. The event featured keynote speaker Dr. Harry Sarafian and
performances by a number of artists.
Rev. Fr. Ashod Kambourian will represent the Prelate at the event.
From: Baghdasarian
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
PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT
HOLY CROSS CATHEDRAL IN MONTEBELLO
- MEMORIAL FOR NATIONAL HERO MISAK TORLAKIAN
On Sunday, November 18, 2012, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, will preside over Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at Holy
Cross Cathedral in Montebello
The ARF Dro Gomideh has organized a memorial for Armenian national
hero Misak Torlakian which will take place on this day under the auspices of
the ARF Central Committee of the Western U.S.
The memorial will begin at 10:00 a.m. with a graveside memorial
prayer at Evergreen Memorial Park (204 N. Evergreen Ave. Los Angeles), led
by the Prelate. Requiem service will follow at noon at Holy Cross
Cathedral, also presided over by the Prelate. A memorial luncheon will
follow at 1:30 p.m. at Tumanjian Hall adjacent to the Cathedral.
PRELATE CONGRATULATES PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA AND CONGRESSIONAL WINNERS
Following the general election of November 6, this week the Prelate
sent congratulatory letters to President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe
Biden, Senator Dianne Feinstein, California members of Congress, State
Senators, State Assembly members, and L.A. County District Attorney.
In the letters, the Prelate noted that the Armenian-American
community throughout the United States values the long history of friendship
and collaboration with our elected leaders, and that we look forward to
continuing this relationship and working with our elected leaders on issues
of special concern to our community, among them Genocide recognition.
46TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. GREGORY CHURCH
OF SAN FRANCISCO
On Sunday, November11, 2012 the parish community of St. Gregory the
Illuminator Church of San Francisco celebrated the 46th anniversary of the
consecration of the Church.
The Prelate arrived in San Francisco on Saturday evening and had a
meeting with the Pastor, Delegates, Board of Trustees, and affiliated
bodies.
The Church anniversary was observed on Sunday with Episcopal Divine
Liturgy celebrated by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, who
also delivered the sermon. Parish Pastor Archpriest Fr. Khoren Habeshian
assisted at the altar.
The Prelate began his message by first giving thanks to God for the
opportunity to collectively celebrate the 46th anniversary of St. Gregory
Church. Reflecting on the anniversary of the Church, His Eminence noted
that it is a wonderful opportunity for the community to gather under one
roof, as members of one family, to collectively celebrate and commend the
endeavors and mission of the Church, to reflect on the achievements of the
past and look to them as starting points for even greater accomplishments in
the future. Today is also an opportunity to renew our pledge of service
with renewed vigor and vision so that we may reach new heights in our
mission, stated the Prelate. Addressing the Sunday School and
Krouzian-Zekarian-Vasbouragan students in attendance, the Prelate stressed
that their religious and national education will always remain the top
priority, and that as our future religious, national, and community leaders,
we will do our best to ensure that they receive the proper values,
education, and training to lead our church and nation when the time comes.
He commended the educators for their commitment to the mental and spiritual
development and growth of our youth, and congratulated and commended the
Pastor, Board of Trustees, Delegates, Ladies Guild, Sunday School, and all
affiliated bodies and volunteers for their devoted service to our church and
community, encouraging them to continue to serve with renewed vigor and
determination, and most importantly with love, unity, and harmony, for the
splendor of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the Armenian nation.
The Prelate then turned to the day's Scripture reading from Luke
8:49-56. In this passage, we read of a man named Jairus who reached out to
Jesus to heal his 12 year old daughter who was at the point of death. On
their way to his house, Jesus was delayed when a woman with a serious
illness approached Him for healing. Soon after, news arrived that Jairus'
daughter had died. But when Jesus heard this, He responded saying, "Do not
be afraid any longer, only believe, and she shall be made well".
The first message, said the Prelate, is that our Lord possesses
almighty power, even over death. Death is no match for the Giver of Life.
The second message, is that faith in Christ's love and power is the best
remedy, especially in times of trouble. Jairus' story teaches us to have
faith even in the most difficult of situations; to go from fear to faith
even when you are feeling hopeless. Our faith should be like that of
Jairus. Our belief and faith must be in Him, knowing that He has the power
to do whatever our request is, but the decision is His. In conclusion, the
Prelate urged that faith and prayer become a way of life for each and every
one of us. "The power and importance of faith and prayer cannot be
overstated. Unceasing, incessant prayer is essential to the vitality of our
relationship with our Lord. St. Paul said to the Thessalonians to "pray
without ceasing". Jesus called His followers to live in this prayerful
manner when He told "The Parable of the Persistent Woman" that contrasted an
unjust human judge with our righteous God. The lessons was "that men always
ought to pray and not lose heart". Let us never forget that God is always
with us, and turn to Him for comfort and care in our time of need. In this
chaotic world, let us remember that our God is the God of compassion and is
always in our midst. He knows our needs and will provide for us", concluded
His Eminence.
Following the service, the Prelate was led in a procession to the
courtyard where the faithful participated in the singing of the Cilician and
Armenian anthems.
The 46th anniversary luncheon followed at "Vasbouragan" Hall, during
which Sunday School students presented a cultural program of spiritual songs
and prayers. In his closing message, the Prelate highly commended Sunday
School Director Mrs. Caroline Aristakessian and teachers, and urged parents
to give special attention to the religious education of their children by
enrolling them in Sunday School and setting a good example by attending
Church services regularly themselves.
ARMENIA FUND 20th ANNIVERSARY GALA
On Sunday, November 18, the Armenia Fund 20th Anniversary Gala will
take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles. Armenia Fund
benefactors will be honored and the keynote address will be delivered by
Speaker of the National Assembly of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic The
Honorable Ashot Ghulyan.
The Prelate will deliver the invocation. Clergy, Executive Council
members and parishes' representatives will also be in attendance.
HUNCHAKIAN PARTY 125TH ANNIVERSARY
CLOSING CEREMONY
On Sunday, November 18, the Social Democrat Hunchakian Party 125th
anniversary closing ceremony will take place at Glendale High School
Auditorium. The event featured keynote speaker Dr. Harry Sarafian and
performances by a number of artists.
Rev. Fr. Ashod Kambourian will represent the Prelate at the event.
From: Baghdasarian