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January 10, 2014
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
Tuesday, January 14, 2013 is the Feast of St. John the Forerunner,
which is also the name day of St. Garabed Church of Hollywood.
On this occasion, on Sunday, January 12, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, will celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon
at St. Garabed Church.
The blessing of madagh will take place after the service, followed
by a celebratory luncheon at "Karapetian" Hall organized by the Parish
Pastors and Board of Trustees.
It has become a tradition at this annual luncheon to honor an
individual for his or her service to the advancement of our community life.
This year's honoree is Dikran Sarkuni.
***
STRONG SHOW OF SUPPORT AT YET ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL PRELATE'S NEW YEAR AND
CHRISTMAS DINNER
- HAKOB & HILDA BAGHDASSARIAN SPONSOR CHAMLIAN GYM
WITH $250,000 DONATION
- GENEROUS DONATIONS BY THE CAROLAN AND KHACHATURIAN FAMILIES
- EDDIE & TALIN AMROYAN ONCE AGAIN HOSTED THE DINNER
On Monday, January 6, 2014, "Bagramian" Hall in Montebello was abuzz
with Christmas cheer as six hundred Prelacy sponsors and supporters had
gathered to celebrate the Birth and Theophany of our Lord Jesus Christ at
the "Prelate's New Year and Christmas Dinner".
Presided over by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, the
annual dinner has become a beloved tradition within the community, bringing
together members of the extended Prelacy family for an evening of festivity
filled with warmth, love, and good cheer.
Among the dignitaries and honored guests in attendance were Consul
General of Lebanon the Honorable Johnny Ibrahim, Deputy Consul General of
Armenia the Honorable Artak Galstyan, Catholicosate Central Executive
members Khajag Dikijian and Vahe Yacoubian, ARF Central Committee Chair Dr.
Viken Hovsepian and member Dr. Viken Yacoubian, representatives of ARS,
Homenetmen, Hamazkayin, ANC, parishes, schools, Prelacy committees, Forest
Lawn, and Glendale Memorial Hospital.
The event is the undertaking of the Religious and Executive Councils
and is organized by the Prelacy Ladies Auxiliary. This year's dinner was
hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Eddie and Talin Amroyan, who also hosted the event
last year.
Master of Ceremonies Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian announced the start of
the official program with the entrance of the clergy procession.
The Prelate and clergy members entered the dimmed hall, illuminated
only by the glow of candlelight, as the beautiful sound of Christmas hymns
filled the serene atmosphere. Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian read the Gospel
reading from Luke on the Birth of Jesus Christ, after which the traditional
wine and bread ceremony (tatakh) took place.
Prior to blessing the tables, the Prelate presented the evening's
mementos, a decoration with the symbol of "faith, hope, and love", donated
by Mr. and Mrs. Harout and Christina Jabarian. His Eminence blessed the
mementos, and through them the homes of the attendees, and also blessed the
food.
On behalf of the Ladies Auxiliary, Mrs. Maral Tarpinian welcomed the
guests and conveyed wishes for a happy New Year.
Guests then watched the video message of His Holiness Aram I. His
Holiness first conveyed New Year and Christmas well wishes to the Prelate
and guests and commended the devoted service of His Eminence, Councils, and
volunteers to our church and nation. He then spoke of the New Year and
Christmas season as a time for introspection both in our individual and
collective lives, and a time for renewal given that the earthly mission of
Christ was the restoration and renewal of mankind. His Holiness also
reflected on the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, advising "for
reassessment and renewal to become the guiding principals of our lives and
for preparations for the Armenian Genocide centennial to acquire an
important place on the agenda of our church and community in the course of
this year".
His Holiness took the opportunity to share a few thoughts with the
youth. First, he stressed that life is a gift from God and it must be
sustained by spiritual and moral values and with a clear vision, otherwise
it becomes a life with no meaning and importance. Therefore, we must make
our life a purpose-driven life by articulating in our actions those values,
principles, and ideals which constitute our Armenian Christian identity,
said His Holiness. Second, the Pontiff spoke of the pivotal importance of
youth participation in our church and community, stating "our youth don't
belong at the periphery of our life. They are all to participate actively
in the life of our church and community and should assume an important role
in all spheres and at all levels of our church and community life."
On behalf of the Executive Council, Chairlady Mrs. Rima Boghossian
greeted the guests and gave a brief overview of the Prelacy's scope of
endeavors. Noting that His Holiness Aram I proclaimed 2014 "The Year of
Armenian Elders", Mrs. Boghossian invited all to give due recognition and
honor to our elders. In conclusion she wished for all to embark on a new
year of service with renewed spirits and efforts, wished for goodness for
the Armenian nation, and especially for peace in Syria.
The representatives of the Lebanese and Armenian nations were then
invited to deliver their remarks.
Consul General of Lebanon Johnny Ibrahim first congratulated the
Prelate and the Prelacy family, wishing for a blessed New Year, Nativity and
Theophany for the Armenian people. He noted that the Birth and Theophany of
Jesus Christ symbolizes renewal, and is an invitation to cleanse our hearts
and souls and start anew with renewed spirits, love and harmony. He also
thanked the Prelate for his leadership and wished for many more years of
friendship and collaboration between the Lebanese and Armenian communities.
Deputy Consul General of Armenia Artak Galstyan conveyed his well wishes for
the New Year and Christmas, wishing that the season is a time for spiritual
renewal and a time to look to the future with renewed hopes and faith.
Fr. Vazken then acknowledged special guests in attendance, among
them Archbishop Vatche Hovsepian, and brought to the guests' attention that
on their tables was a prayer dedicated to Armenian mothers, sponsored by
Mrs. Kohar Sulahian.
During dinner, guests enjoyed a cultural program of instrumental
music by the "Donagan" Band, songs by Gevorg Tchakmanyan, Vahakn Hovents
accompanied on the piano by Armenouhi Terteryan, and a performance by
students of Lilia Dance Studio. Throughout the evening guests also enjoyed
a slideshow of the Prelacy's endeavors in the past year.
The program concluded with the Prelate's message.
His Eminence began by thanking God for granting another year and
opportunity for the Prelacy family to come together to exchange
felicitations to one another on the Birth and Theophany of our Lord. He
wished for the New Year to be filled with an abundance of health, happiness,
and prosperity for all, and for the Christmas message and promise of love
and hope to remain the guiding light of our lives, and an inspiration to
live in His holy example. The Prelate then presented some highlights from
the previous year, including Sunday School activities, new pastor
assignments, new publications, participation in the historic Bishop's Synod
in Etchmiadzin, among others.
The Prelate thanked the members of the various Prelacy committees
for their service and the sponsors for their contributions to the
realization of the Prelacy's endeavors. He expressed gratitude to the
evening's hosts Mr. and Mrs. Eddie and Talin Amroyan for their generous
sponsorship for the second year, to Mrs. Tina Carolan, the Carolan Family
Foundation, and the Khachaturian Family for their continued benevolence, and
to Forest Lawn for their donation to establish the Prelacy Good Samaritan
Fund. The Prelate also commended the members of Prelacy Schools for their
commitment to the intellectual and emotional development of our youth, and
thanked school sponsors, specifically the Dream Fund, for their generous
support. Speaking of school sponsors, the Prelate announced that he had
special news to share. The hall erupted in applause as His Eminence
announced that Prelacy and community benefactors Mr. and Mrs. Hakob and
Hilda Baghdassarian had undertaken the sponsorship of Chamlian School's new
gym with a donation of $250,000. (See full text of Prelate's message
separately).
In conclusion, the Prelate commended the service of the Religious
and Executive Councils and all affiliated bodies, and wished for the
endeavors of the coming year to proceed smoothly guided by the Christmas
tidings of love, harmony, and goodwill.
The joyful and memorable evening came to a close with the Prelate's
benediction and the Cilician and Pontifical anthems.
***
PRELATE CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS DIVINE LITURGY
AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH IN GLENDALE
On Monday, January 6, 2014, the Glorious Birth and Theophany of our
Lord Jesus Christ was celebrated with great ceremony in Prelacy Churches
with Divine Liturgy and the blessing of water symbolizing the Baptism of our
Lord.
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, conducted services
and delivered his Christmas message at St. Mary's Church in Glendale.
Parish Pastors assisted at the altar. H.E. Archbishop Yeprem Tabakian also
participated in the service.
The Prelate began his message with the words of the angels' praise,
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men",
saying, the earth and the heavens rejoiced for our Savior was born. Our
Savior became incarnate for mankind, and it is our duty to heed His
commandments and will. Our Prince, born in the most humble circumstances,
came to this world to give us an example of humility and love by which to
live our lives.
The Prelate noted that the Baptism of Christ in the River Jordan by
John the Baptist was yet another demonstration of Christ's obedience to
God's will which He demonstrated throughout His earthly life. The Cross
used in the ceremony symbolizes Christ's Crucifixion and ultimately His
triumph over death, stated the Prelate, and those who drink from the blessed
water are cleansed and humble themselves to God's will. His Eminence also
prayed for peace in Syria and for the protection of our community and
innocent civilians.
At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy the Prelate conducted the
blessing of water, with Alan Hamparchian serving as Godfather of the Cross.
The water was distributed to the faithful to take to their homes and loved
ones.
On Tuesday, January 7, memorial day was observed with requiem
service and the blessing of the four corners of the world service at Forest
Lawn Hollywood Hills and Glendale. The Prelate presided over the service at
the Hollywood Hills location.
***
CHRISTMAS EVE DIVINE LITURGY AT
ST. SARKIS CHURCH IN PASADENA
On Sunday, January 5, 2014, the eve of the Feast of the Nativity and
Theophany of our Lord was celebrated in Prelacy Churches with Divine Liturgy
and the traditional lighting of the candle service (Jrakalooyts) symbolizing
the light of Christ coming into the world.
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, celebrated
Christmas Eve Divine Liturgy and delivered the sermon at St. Sarkis Church
in Pasadena. Parish Pastor Rev. Fr. Boghos Baltayan assisted at the altar.
In his message, His Eminence emphasized that God's gift to mankind
of Christ's Birth brings to us the message and example of love, sacrifice,
and humility that we are to follow.
At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy Holy Communion was offered,
after which the Jrakalooyts service began. Faithful lit their candles from
the flame of a candle brought from the holy altar as the Church echoed with
Christmas hymns. Faithful later took the candles home to spread the light
of Christ throughout their homes and to loved ones.
***
CHRISTMAS SERVICE AT ARARAT HOME
On Sunday, January 5, 2014, elderly residents of Ararat Home in
Mission Hills had the opportunity to partake in Christmas festivities as
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, and clergy members visited
and conducted Christmas service.
The day began in the nursing facility dining room with Very Rev. Fr.
Muron Aznikian conveying New Year and Christmas well wishes to the
administration, staff, and residents. The Prelate then conveyed his
blessings and wishes and conducted the blessing of water. After the
service, the residents received Holy Communion. Board of Trustees Chair Mr.
Joseph Kanimian thanked the Prelate and clergy for the visit and for their
care and support of Ararat Home and its residents.
Divine Liturgy was then celebrated at the Chapel by Archpriest Fr.
Nareg Pehlivanian, who also delivered the sermon. The Prelate conducted the
blessing of water at the conclusion of the service.
The visit concluded with a luncheon hosted by the administration.
***
PRELATE TO ATTEND ARF DAY CELEBRATION
On Sunday, January 12, the 123rd anniversary of the ARF will be
celebrated at Glendale High School Auditorium. The event begins at 6:00
p.m.
The Prelate will attend the celebration. Religious and Executive
Council members will also be in attendance.
***
PRELATE WELCOMES VISIT OF ARMENIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
On Wednesday, January 8, 2014, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of Rev. Joe Matossian, Minister to
the Armenian Evangelical Union of North America, and Mr. Levon Filian,
Executive Director of the Armenian Missionary Association of America newly
established West Coast office.
The guests had come to convey their well wishes to the Prelate on
the occasion of the New Year and Christmas, and also to invite His Eminence
to the official opening of the AMAA West Coast office, which will take place
on January 25. The visit also afforded the opportunity to discuss issues
relating to the West Coast Armenian community.
The Prelate congratulated the Evangelical community on the opening
of their new office and wished success to Mr. Filian in his new assignment.
His Eminence also presented the guests with copies of a student prayer book
recently published by the Prelacy.
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
Tuesday, January 14, 2013 is the Feast of St. John the Forerunner,
which is also the name day of St. Garabed Church of Hollywood.
On this occasion, on Sunday, January 12, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, will celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon
at St. Garabed Church.
The blessing of madagh will take place after the service, followed
by a celebratory luncheon at "Karapetian" Hall organized by the Parish
Pastors and Board of Trustees.
It has become a tradition at this annual luncheon to honor an
individual for his or her service to the advancement of our community life.
This year's honoree is Dikran Sarkuni.
***
STRONG SHOW OF SUPPORT AT YET ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL PRELATE'S NEW YEAR AND
CHRISTMAS DINNER
- HAKOB & HILDA BAGHDASSARIAN SPONSOR CHAMLIAN GYM
WITH $250,000 DONATION
- GENEROUS DONATIONS BY THE CAROLAN AND KHACHATURIAN FAMILIES
- EDDIE & TALIN AMROYAN ONCE AGAIN HOSTED THE DINNER
On Monday, January 6, 2014, "Bagramian" Hall in Montebello was abuzz
with Christmas cheer as six hundred Prelacy sponsors and supporters had
gathered to celebrate the Birth and Theophany of our Lord Jesus Christ at
the "Prelate's New Year and Christmas Dinner".
Presided over by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, the
annual dinner has become a beloved tradition within the community, bringing
together members of the extended Prelacy family for an evening of festivity
filled with warmth, love, and good cheer.
Among the dignitaries and honored guests in attendance were Consul
General of Lebanon the Honorable Johnny Ibrahim, Deputy Consul General of
Armenia the Honorable Artak Galstyan, Catholicosate Central Executive
members Khajag Dikijian and Vahe Yacoubian, ARF Central Committee Chair Dr.
Viken Hovsepian and member Dr. Viken Yacoubian, representatives of ARS,
Homenetmen, Hamazkayin, ANC, parishes, schools, Prelacy committees, Forest
Lawn, and Glendale Memorial Hospital.
The event is the undertaking of the Religious and Executive Councils
and is organized by the Prelacy Ladies Auxiliary. This year's dinner was
hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Eddie and Talin Amroyan, who also hosted the event
last year.
Master of Ceremonies Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian announced the start of
the official program with the entrance of the clergy procession.
The Prelate and clergy members entered the dimmed hall, illuminated
only by the glow of candlelight, as the beautiful sound of Christmas hymns
filled the serene atmosphere. Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian read the Gospel
reading from Luke on the Birth of Jesus Christ, after which the traditional
wine and bread ceremony (tatakh) took place.
Prior to blessing the tables, the Prelate presented the evening's
mementos, a decoration with the symbol of "faith, hope, and love", donated
by Mr. and Mrs. Harout and Christina Jabarian. His Eminence blessed the
mementos, and through them the homes of the attendees, and also blessed the
food.
On behalf of the Ladies Auxiliary, Mrs. Maral Tarpinian welcomed the
guests and conveyed wishes for a happy New Year.
Guests then watched the video message of His Holiness Aram I. His
Holiness first conveyed New Year and Christmas well wishes to the Prelate
and guests and commended the devoted service of His Eminence, Councils, and
volunteers to our church and nation. He then spoke of the New Year and
Christmas season as a time for introspection both in our individual and
collective lives, and a time for renewal given that the earthly mission of
Christ was the restoration and renewal of mankind. His Holiness also
reflected on the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, advising "for
reassessment and renewal to become the guiding principals of our lives and
for preparations for the Armenian Genocide centennial to acquire an
important place on the agenda of our church and community in the course of
this year".
His Holiness took the opportunity to share a few thoughts with the
youth. First, he stressed that life is a gift from God and it must be
sustained by spiritual and moral values and with a clear vision, otherwise
it becomes a life with no meaning and importance. Therefore, we must make
our life a purpose-driven life by articulating in our actions those values,
principles, and ideals which constitute our Armenian Christian identity,
said His Holiness. Second, the Pontiff spoke of the pivotal importance of
youth participation in our church and community, stating "our youth don't
belong at the periphery of our life. They are all to participate actively
in the life of our church and community and should assume an important role
in all spheres and at all levels of our church and community life."
On behalf of the Executive Council, Chairlady Mrs. Rima Boghossian
greeted the guests and gave a brief overview of the Prelacy's scope of
endeavors. Noting that His Holiness Aram I proclaimed 2014 "The Year of
Armenian Elders", Mrs. Boghossian invited all to give due recognition and
honor to our elders. In conclusion she wished for all to embark on a new
year of service with renewed spirits and efforts, wished for goodness for
the Armenian nation, and especially for peace in Syria.
The representatives of the Lebanese and Armenian nations were then
invited to deliver their remarks.
Consul General of Lebanon Johnny Ibrahim first congratulated the
Prelate and the Prelacy family, wishing for a blessed New Year, Nativity and
Theophany for the Armenian people. He noted that the Birth and Theophany of
Jesus Christ symbolizes renewal, and is an invitation to cleanse our hearts
and souls and start anew with renewed spirits, love and harmony. He also
thanked the Prelate for his leadership and wished for many more years of
friendship and collaboration between the Lebanese and Armenian communities.
Deputy Consul General of Armenia Artak Galstyan conveyed his well wishes for
the New Year and Christmas, wishing that the season is a time for spiritual
renewal and a time to look to the future with renewed hopes and faith.
Fr. Vazken then acknowledged special guests in attendance, among
them Archbishop Vatche Hovsepian, and brought to the guests' attention that
on their tables was a prayer dedicated to Armenian mothers, sponsored by
Mrs. Kohar Sulahian.
During dinner, guests enjoyed a cultural program of instrumental
music by the "Donagan" Band, songs by Gevorg Tchakmanyan, Vahakn Hovents
accompanied on the piano by Armenouhi Terteryan, and a performance by
students of Lilia Dance Studio. Throughout the evening guests also enjoyed
a slideshow of the Prelacy's endeavors in the past year.
The program concluded with the Prelate's message.
His Eminence began by thanking God for granting another year and
opportunity for the Prelacy family to come together to exchange
felicitations to one another on the Birth and Theophany of our Lord. He
wished for the New Year to be filled with an abundance of health, happiness,
and prosperity for all, and for the Christmas message and promise of love
and hope to remain the guiding light of our lives, and an inspiration to
live in His holy example. The Prelate then presented some highlights from
the previous year, including Sunday School activities, new pastor
assignments, new publications, participation in the historic Bishop's Synod
in Etchmiadzin, among others.
The Prelate thanked the members of the various Prelacy committees
for their service and the sponsors for their contributions to the
realization of the Prelacy's endeavors. He expressed gratitude to the
evening's hosts Mr. and Mrs. Eddie and Talin Amroyan for their generous
sponsorship for the second year, to Mrs. Tina Carolan, the Carolan Family
Foundation, and the Khachaturian Family for their continued benevolence, and
to Forest Lawn for their donation to establish the Prelacy Good Samaritan
Fund. The Prelate also commended the members of Prelacy Schools for their
commitment to the intellectual and emotional development of our youth, and
thanked school sponsors, specifically the Dream Fund, for their generous
support. Speaking of school sponsors, the Prelate announced that he had
special news to share. The hall erupted in applause as His Eminence
announced that Prelacy and community benefactors Mr. and Mrs. Hakob and
Hilda Baghdassarian had undertaken the sponsorship of Chamlian School's new
gym with a donation of $250,000. (See full text of Prelate's message
separately).
In conclusion, the Prelate commended the service of the Religious
and Executive Councils and all affiliated bodies, and wished for the
endeavors of the coming year to proceed smoothly guided by the Christmas
tidings of love, harmony, and goodwill.
The joyful and memorable evening came to a close with the Prelate's
benediction and the Cilician and Pontifical anthems.
***
PRELATE CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS DIVINE LITURGY
AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH IN GLENDALE
On Monday, January 6, 2014, the Glorious Birth and Theophany of our
Lord Jesus Christ was celebrated with great ceremony in Prelacy Churches
with Divine Liturgy and the blessing of water symbolizing the Baptism of our
Lord.
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, conducted services
and delivered his Christmas message at St. Mary's Church in Glendale.
Parish Pastors assisted at the altar. H.E. Archbishop Yeprem Tabakian also
participated in the service.
The Prelate began his message with the words of the angels' praise,
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men",
saying, the earth and the heavens rejoiced for our Savior was born. Our
Savior became incarnate for mankind, and it is our duty to heed His
commandments and will. Our Prince, born in the most humble circumstances,
came to this world to give us an example of humility and love by which to
live our lives.
The Prelate noted that the Baptism of Christ in the River Jordan by
John the Baptist was yet another demonstration of Christ's obedience to
God's will which He demonstrated throughout His earthly life. The Cross
used in the ceremony symbolizes Christ's Crucifixion and ultimately His
triumph over death, stated the Prelate, and those who drink from the blessed
water are cleansed and humble themselves to God's will. His Eminence also
prayed for peace in Syria and for the protection of our community and
innocent civilians.
At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy the Prelate conducted the
blessing of water, with Alan Hamparchian serving as Godfather of the Cross.
The water was distributed to the faithful to take to their homes and loved
ones.
On Tuesday, January 7, memorial day was observed with requiem
service and the blessing of the four corners of the world service at Forest
Lawn Hollywood Hills and Glendale. The Prelate presided over the service at
the Hollywood Hills location.
***
CHRISTMAS EVE DIVINE LITURGY AT
ST. SARKIS CHURCH IN PASADENA
On Sunday, January 5, 2014, the eve of the Feast of the Nativity and
Theophany of our Lord was celebrated in Prelacy Churches with Divine Liturgy
and the traditional lighting of the candle service (Jrakalooyts) symbolizing
the light of Christ coming into the world.
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, celebrated
Christmas Eve Divine Liturgy and delivered the sermon at St. Sarkis Church
in Pasadena. Parish Pastor Rev. Fr. Boghos Baltayan assisted at the altar.
In his message, His Eminence emphasized that God's gift to mankind
of Christ's Birth brings to us the message and example of love, sacrifice,
and humility that we are to follow.
At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy Holy Communion was offered,
after which the Jrakalooyts service began. Faithful lit their candles from
the flame of a candle brought from the holy altar as the Church echoed with
Christmas hymns. Faithful later took the candles home to spread the light
of Christ throughout their homes and to loved ones.
***
CHRISTMAS SERVICE AT ARARAT HOME
On Sunday, January 5, 2014, elderly residents of Ararat Home in
Mission Hills had the opportunity to partake in Christmas festivities as
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, and clergy members visited
and conducted Christmas service.
The day began in the nursing facility dining room with Very Rev. Fr.
Muron Aznikian conveying New Year and Christmas well wishes to the
administration, staff, and residents. The Prelate then conveyed his
blessings and wishes and conducted the blessing of water. After the
service, the residents received Holy Communion. Board of Trustees Chair Mr.
Joseph Kanimian thanked the Prelate and clergy for the visit and for their
care and support of Ararat Home and its residents.
Divine Liturgy was then celebrated at the Chapel by Archpriest Fr.
Nareg Pehlivanian, who also delivered the sermon. The Prelate conducted the
blessing of water at the conclusion of the service.
The visit concluded with a luncheon hosted by the administration.
***
PRELATE TO ATTEND ARF DAY CELEBRATION
On Sunday, January 12, the 123rd anniversary of the ARF will be
celebrated at Glendale High School Auditorium. The event begins at 6:00
p.m.
The Prelate will attend the celebration. Religious and Executive
Council members will also be in attendance.
***
PRELATE WELCOMES VISIT OF ARMENIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
On Wednesday, January 8, 2014, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of Rev. Joe Matossian, Minister to
the Armenian Evangelical Union of North America, and Mr. Levon Filian,
Executive Director of the Armenian Missionary Association of America newly
established West Coast office.
The guests had come to convey their well wishes to the Prelate on
the occasion of the New Year and Christmas, and also to invite His Eminence
to the official opening of the AMAA West Coast office, which will take place
on January 25. The visit also afforded the opportunity to discuss issues
relating to the West Coast Armenian community.
The Prelate congratulated the Evangelical community on the opening
of their new office and wished success to Mr. Filian in his new assignment.
His Eminence also presented the guests with copies of a student prayer book
recently published by the Prelacy.