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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
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.armenianchurch.org/
** TOP STORY June 5, 2014
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Pentecost
** Sunday is the Feast of Pentecost
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The Dove came down with great sound from on high,
Like the flashing of light. It armed the disciples with fire
While they were sitting in the holy Upper Room....
Today, O new people, rejoice for the coming of the Holy Spirit!
These are the words of the sublime sharagan, Arakeloh aghavnoh, sung
in the Armenian Church on Pentecost-the feast day we will celebrate on
Sunday, June 8.
The disciples had been awaiting the `comforter' Christ promised-and
while they had little idea what this comforter might do, they had
faith that the Holy Spirit would inspire them and make them new.
On the first Pentecost, the Holy Spirit inspired the birth of the
Christian Church; and in time it went forth to inspire the conversion
of the Armenian people, the founding of parishes across our Diocese,
and the faithful acts of countless people down to the present day.
Click here
(http://bit.ly/16mbEec?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to learn more about Pentecost.
** Scripture of the Week
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Acts 2:1-21
Jn 14:25-31
** Prayer of the Week
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May you pour on us, O Lord, the grace of your spirit-the spirit of
wisdom, knowledge, power; the spirit of understanding and of the
mystery of worship in God-which you received in the River Jordan. Fill
us with the spirit of fear towards you. Hear, O Lord, and have
mercy. Amen.
** Upcoming Saints & Feasts
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8 June: Pentecost
** CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
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New Church Consecrated in Russia
Archbishop Nersissian addresses the Armenian community of Nizhny
Novgorod following the consecration of the city's new Armenian Church.
** New Church Consecrated in Russia
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Archbishop Yezras Nersissian, Primate of the Armenian Diocese of New
Nakhichevan and Russia, consecrated a newly built church in Nizhny
Novgorod, Russia, last month. A celebration featuring traditional
Armenian music and dancing followed the May 25 service.
`This house of worship will become a place where the vibrant Armenian
community of Nizhny Novgorod will preserve and pass down our Christian
heritage,' Archbishop Nersissian said in his address following the
consecration. The church was named Sourp Amenapurgich (Holy
All-Savior).
The day also marked the grand opening of the church museum, which
houses various artifacts highlighting Armenian contributions to the
arts and humanities.
According to the New Nakhichevan Diocese, some 15,000 Armenians live
in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia's fifth largest city located 260 miles east
of Moscow. An Armenian Church was built there in 1828, and served the
community until its destruction during the Soviet period. In the early
1990s, local Armenians expressed a desire to build a new church, and
they acquired land for the project 12 years ago. Construction was
completed earlier this year.
Click here
(http://bit.ly/Syujyc?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view photos from the consecration event.
** DIOCESAN NEWS
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Holy Land
Pilgrims at the Jordan River.
** Young Pilgrims Arrive in the Holy Land
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A group of 29 youth leaders from 27 parishes throughout the Eastern
Diocese are taking part in a pilgrimage to the Holy Land this week.
Led by Diocesan Primate Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, the young
pilgrims have visited the Church of the Nativity of Christ in
Bethlehem, the Jordan River, Mount of Temptation, Jericho, and the
Dead Sea. In the coming days, they will continue tracing the footsteps
of Jesus Christ through the Holy Land, experiencing the great sites of
biblical history, learning about the Armenian presence there, and
exploring ways to strengthen their leadership roles at the parish and
Diocesan levels. The trip will run through June 10.
A daily account of the group's experiences, with photos, is appearing
in the blog spot on the homepage of the Diocesan website. Click here
(http://bit.ly/1l9jq0F?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to read the latest blog post.
Zabel Yessayan
Zabel Yessayan's memoir, The Gardens of Silihdar, is now available in
English.
** Zohrab Center Talk on Zabel Yessayan
------------------------------------------------------------
Last month the Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center
hosted a presentation by Jennifer Manoukian on her new English
translation of Zabel Yessayan's memoir,
The Gardens of Silihdar.
Zabel Yessayan (1878-1943) is considered one of the leading writers of
Western Armenian literature. Her 1935 memoir is a vivid account of
Armenian community life in Constantinople at the end of the 19th
century.
Ms. Manoukian spoke about the writer's life, discussed the challenges
she encountered in translating The Gardens of Silihdar, and emphasized
the importance of making Western Armenian literature accessible to
readers of English.
Click here
(http://bit.ly/1nTl8qu?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to read more about the talk.
Ayo
** "Ayo!" Releases Video About Armenia's Children
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On June 1, Armenia observed its annual `Children's Day,' and to mark
the occasion the Fund for Armenian Relief's crowdfunding platform
`Ayo!' released a new video in celebration of Armenia's youngest
citizens.
The short clip features kids from Yerevan to Zangakatun to Shushi
dancing to Pharrell Williams's song `Happy.' Click here
(http://youtu.be/7SIjHj72qlQ?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view the video.
`Ayo!' encourages viewers to join its mission of empowering young
Armenians to create a bright future for Armenia. Click here
(http://www.weareayo.org/?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to learn more about `Ayo!' and its projects.
Holy Cross Church in Van
Holy Cross Church, a precious jewel of Armenian architecture, on
Aghtamar island in Lake Van.
** 2014 Pilgrimage to Historic Armenia
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Registration is open for the Eastern Diocese's pilgrimage to historic
Armenia, scheduled for September 3 to 15, 2014.
Participants will celebrate the Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross Church on
the island of Aghtamar, and take part in prayer services at the
St. Giragos Armenian Church of Dikranagert and the St. Gregory Church
in Kayseri.
The pilgrimage also includes visits to other cities of historic
Armenia=80'Kharpert, Malatya, and Sepastia, and other locales. The
journey will include a stop in Istanbul, where pilgrims will visit the
Armenian Patriarchate.
Click here
(http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/ad91cda0-34fa-42b7-b588-a5bcf6647c30.pdf?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view a flyer for registration information. To view a short film
about the Diocese's 2012 pilgrimage to historic Armenia, click here
(http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=7032ba0d16&e= 3aa2e2c3e9&utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
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** PARISH NEWS
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Holy Trinity Church, Cheltenham, PA
Graduate Daniel Aslanian with the parish pastor and school
superintendent.
** Holy Trinity School Graduation
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The church school at Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA,
successfully completed its second year of using the newly revised
curriculum, which combines religion, culture, history and language
instruction. The graduation and annual hantes were held on Sunday,
June 1.
The parish congratulated graduate Daniel Aslanian and student Narek
Gevorgyan, who had perfect attendance. Also recognized for excellent
attendance were Audrey Movsesian and Lucas Terkanian. At the
end-of-year hantes, the students presented a program of recitations
and a skit.
The community expressed its appreciation to its dedicated
teachers. =80=9CI've been teaching Sunday School for more years than I
can remember, and of all the hats I have worn in doing church work,
Sunday School teacher has been the most rewarding,' said Merle
Santerian who teaches third and fourth grade religion.
Seda Hovhannisyan, who teaches Armenian at the nursery school, said:
`Teaching Armenian at Holy Trinity makes me feel proud. I'm proud that
I can help kids learn their language and make them feel proud of their
roots and beautiful language.'
Click here
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to view photos from graduation day.
Police
** Helping Local Police Through Chaplaincy
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The Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, director of the Diocese's Mission Parish
program, recently attended a three-day training session on police
chaplaincy. Fr. Abdalian serves as a police chaplain to the police
department of Cheltenham, PA, where he counsels members of the police
force and other first responders.
The course focused on Crisis Intervention Stress Management-a method
of helping first responders recover from traumatic experiences. Upon
completion of the training program, Fr. Abdalian was invited to become
a member of the CISM team in Pennsylvania's Montgomery County.
St. Vartan Armenian School, NYC
Dr. Kevork and Mrs. Alvina Niksarli at the classroom dedication
ceremony.
** Students Enjoy New Classrooms at St. Vartan School
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Students at St. Vartan Armenian School in New York have been enjoying
their newly renovated classrooms. The renovations were made possible
through a generous donation by Dr. and Mrs. Kevork and Alvina
Niksarli, whose daughter attends the school.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate; the Very
Rev. Fr. Mamigon Kiledjian, dean of St. Vartan Cathedral; and the
Rev. Fr. Bedros Kadehjian blessed the new classrooms-which are located
in the St. Vartan Cathedral Complex-on Saturday, April 12.
At a program following the ceremony, students recited poems and sang
songs. Archbishop Barsamian stressed the importance of Armenian
schools in instilling the Armenian faith and culture in the young
generation. He expressed his gratitude to the Niksarli family and to
all the educators, and encouraged the students to continue their hard
work.
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and to view photos
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Upcoming events
** Upcoming Parish Events
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St. George Church | Hartford, CT
St. George Church of Hartford, CT, will be among the exhibitors at
=80=9CCelebrate West Hartford'-a local community fair held at the West
Hartford Town Hall (50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT). The
St. George booth will be open on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 6
p.m., and on Sunday, June 8, from 12 to 6 p.m. Stop by for Armenian
food and sweets.
`Taking part in the annual festival is an opportunity for St. George
Church to share our Armenian culture with others and to reach out to
new Armenians in the community,' says parish pastor, the
Rev. Fr. Gomidas Zohrabian.
St. Mary Church | Livingston, NJ
St. Mary Church of Livingston, NJ, will host a Medical Forum and
Q-and-A, led by members of the Armenian-American Health Professional
Organization (AAHPO) on Sunday, June 8, from 1 to 3 pm. Medical
specialists will give brief presentations and answer questions. The
forum is free and open to the public. St. Mary Church is located at
200 W. Mt. Pleasant Ave., Livingston, NJ; for info call (973)
533-9794. Click here
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to view a flyer.
Holy Martyrs Church | Bayside, NY
The Shnorhali Chorale of Holy Martyrs Church of Bayside, NY, under the
artistic direction of Maestro Vagharshak Ohanyan, invites the Armenian
community to a special evening to `Meet our Talents' on Sunday, June 8
at 6 p.m. in Kalustyan Hall. Click here
(http://gallery.mailchimp.com/727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5/files/c8f508c6-69bf-49e2-8d77-96051229783a.pdf?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view a flyer for information. For reservations, contact Tamar at
(718) 961-3195 or [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) ,
or Anjel at (718) 738-7057.
St. Leon Church | Fair Lawn, NJ
St. Leon Church of Fair Lawn, NJ, will host an evening with young
Armenian filmmakers from Columbia University on Thursday, June 12 at 7
p.m. View screenings of five short films and hear from the
directors. Click here
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to view a flyer for information.
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will host its
annual picnic on Sunday, June 8, from 12 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music by the
John Vartan Ensemble, homemade Armenian mezze and pastries, luleh and
chicken kebab, raffles, and other activities. Click here
(http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=047ac5fa89&e= 3aa2e2c3e9&utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view a flyer for information, or call (914) 428-2595.
St. James Church | Watertown, MA
St. James Church of Watertown, MA, will host its annual picnic and
Armenian Festival on Sunday, June 8, on church grounds. Enjoy Armenian
food, live music, activities for children, and more. Click here
(http://armenianchurch.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727aaae8ea56658ecf4a092d5&id=1e0eba0f3c&e= 3aa2e2c3e9&utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view a flyer for information.
St. Peter Church | Watervliet, NY
St. Peter Church of Watervliet, NY, will host its annual Armenian
Festival on June 7 and 8, on church grounds. Enjoy kebob meals, music
by the John Berberian Ensemble, cooking demonstrations, church tours,
carnival games for children, and more during this weekend-long
event. Click here
(http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/WatervlietFestival2014.pdf?utm_source=Eastern+Dioc ese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to read an article about the festival. For more information, visit the
parish website
(http://bit.ly/1l5Fl8W?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
or call the church office at (518) 274-3673.
Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church | Providence, RI
The centennial celebration at Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church of
Providence, RI, will culminate the weekend of June 13. On Friday, June
13, Maestro Konstantin Petrossian will lead the Armenian chorales and
orchestra of Rhode Island and Greater Worcester in a concert
celebrating a century of faith, hope, and light. The concert will be
held in Cranston, RI, and will feature soloists from Armenia, Rhode
Island, Massachusetts, and New York. Click here
(http://bit.ly/1wu9S5k?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
for information.
On Saturday, June 14, the parish will host a gala banquet at the
Marriott Hotel in Providence. The mistress of ceremonies will be Rhode
Island State Representative Katherine Kazarian. The Rev. Fr. Mardiros
Chevian, dean of St. Nersess Seminary, will give the keynote
address. On Sunday, June 15, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan
Primate, will celebrate the Divine Liturgy. A centennial khatchar will
be dedicated after the service.
Holy Trinity Church | Cambridge, MA
Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA, will sponsor its annual Gregory
Hintlian Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, June 16. The tournament
will be held at Marlborough Country Club in Marlborough
MA. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a day of golf followed by
dinner and a social evening.
Click here
(http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/uploaded_files/tinymce/files/eventspdf/MassGolfTournament2014.pdf?utm_source=Eastern+Dioc ese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to download a brochure and registration form. For information, contact
the Holy Trinity Church office at (617) 354-0632, or via e-mail at
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
** YOUTH NEWS
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Summer Camps
Campers at the Ararat Center, the home of St. Vartan Camp.
** Camp Season Opens this Month
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The 2014 summer camp season begins at St. Vartan Camp on Sunday, June
29, and at Hye Camp on Sunday, July 27. The camps provide a
physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy environment in which
young Christians can grow and develop a deeper understanding of their
Armenian faith and culture.
Space is still available in the camp programs. Click on the following
links to learn about St. Vartan Camp
From: A. Papazian
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: 212-686-0710
Fax: 212--779-3558
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.armenianchurch.org/
** TOP STORY June 5, 2014
------------------------------------------------------------
Pentecost
** Sunday is the Feast of Pentecost
------------------------------------------------------------
The Dove came down with great sound from on high,
Like the flashing of light. It armed the disciples with fire
While they were sitting in the holy Upper Room....
Today, O new people, rejoice for the coming of the Holy Spirit!
These are the words of the sublime sharagan, Arakeloh aghavnoh, sung
in the Armenian Church on Pentecost-the feast day we will celebrate on
Sunday, June 8.
The disciples had been awaiting the `comforter' Christ promised-and
while they had little idea what this comforter might do, they had
faith that the Holy Spirit would inspire them and make them new.
On the first Pentecost, the Holy Spirit inspired the birth of the
Christian Church; and in time it went forth to inspire the conversion
of the Armenian people, the founding of parishes across our Diocese,
and the faithful acts of countless people down to the present day.
Click here
(http://bit.ly/16mbEec?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to learn more about Pentecost.
** Scripture of the Week
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Acts 2:1-21
Jn 14:25-31
** Prayer of the Week
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May you pour on us, O Lord, the grace of your spirit-the spirit of
wisdom, knowledge, power; the spirit of understanding and of the
mystery of worship in God-which you received in the River Jordan. Fill
us with the spirit of fear towards you. Hear, O Lord, and have
mercy. Amen.
** Upcoming Saints & Feasts
------------------------------------------------------------
8 June: Pentecost
** CHURCH NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
------------------------------------------------------------
New Church Consecrated in Russia
Archbishop Nersissian addresses the Armenian community of Nizhny
Novgorod following the consecration of the city's new Armenian Church.
** New Church Consecrated in Russia
------------------------------------------------------------
Archbishop Yezras Nersissian, Primate of the Armenian Diocese of New
Nakhichevan and Russia, consecrated a newly built church in Nizhny
Novgorod, Russia, last month. A celebration featuring traditional
Armenian music and dancing followed the May 25 service.
`This house of worship will become a place where the vibrant Armenian
community of Nizhny Novgorod will preserve and pass down our Christian
heritage,' Archbishop Nersissian said in his address following the
consecration. The church was named Sourp Amenapurgich (Holy
All-Savior).
The day also marked the grand opening of the church museum, which
houses various artifacts highlighting Armenian contributions to the
arts and humanities.
According to the New Nakhichevan Diocese, some 15,000 Armenians live
in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia's fifth largest city located 260 miles east
of Moscow. An Armenian Church was built there in 1828, and served the
community until its destruction during the Soviet period. In the early
1990s, local Armenians expressed a desire to build a new church, and
they acquired land for the project 12 years ago. Construction was
completed earlier this year.
Click here
(http://bit.ly/Syujyc?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view photos from the consecration event.
** DIOCESAN NEWS
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Holy Land
Pilgrims at the Jordan River.
** Young Pilgrims Arrive in the Holy Land
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A group of 29 youth leaders from 27 parishes throughout the Eastern
Diocese are taking part in a pilgrimage to the Holy Land this week.
Led by Diocesan Primate Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, the young
pilgrims have visited the Church of the Nativity of Christ in
Bethlehem, the Jordan River, Mount of Temptation, Jericho, and the
Dead Sea. In the coming days, they will continue tracing the footsteps
of Jesus Christ through the Holy Land, experiencing the great sites of
biblical history, learning about the Armenian presence there, and
exploring ways to strengthen their leadership roles at the parish and
Diocesan levels. The trip will run through June 10.
A daily account of the group's experiences, with photos, is appearing
in the blog spot on the homepage of the Diocesan website. Click here
(http://bit.ly/1l9jq0F?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to read the latest blog post.
Zabel Yessayan
Zabel Yessayan's memoir, The Gardens of Silihdar, is now available in
English.
** Zohrab Center Talk on Zabel Yessayan
------------------------------------------------------------
Last month the Diocese's Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center
hosted a presentation by Jennifer Manoukian on her new English
translation of Zabel Yessayan's memoir,
The Gardens of Silihdar.
Zabel Yessayan (1878-1943) is considered one of the leading writers of
Western Armenian literature. Her 1935 memoir is a vivid account of
Armenian community life in Constantinople at the end of the 19th
century.
Ms. Manoukian spoke about the writer's life, discussed the challenges
she encountered in translating The Gardens of Silihdar, and emphasized
the importance of making Western Armenian literature accessible to
readers of English.
Click here
(http://bit.ly/1nTl8qu?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to read more about the talk.
Ayo
** "Ayo!" Releases Video About Armenia's Children
------------------------------------------------------------
On June 1, Armenia observed its annual `Children's Day,' and to mark
the occasion the Fund for Armenian Relief's crowdfunding platform
`Ayo!' released a new video in celebration of Armenia's youngest
citizens.
The short clip features kids from Yerevan to Zangakatun to Shushi
dancing to Pharrell Williams's song `Happy.' Click here
(http://youtu.be/7SIjHj72qlQ?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to view the video.
`Ayo!' encourages viewers to join its mission of empowering young
Armenians to create a bright future for Armenia. Click here
(http://www.weareayo.org/?utm_source=Eastern+Diocese+E-Newsletter&utm_campaign=43dda65bc5-February_9_20122_9_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term= 0_3f0172fcf2-43dda65bc5-159688434)
to learn more about `Ayo!' and its projects.
Holy Cross Church in Van
Holy Cross Church, a precious jewel of Armenian architecture, on
Aghtamar island in Lake Van.
** 2014 Pilgrimage to Historic Armenia
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Registration is open for the Eastern Diocese's pilgrimage to historic
Armenia, scheduled for September 3 to 15, 2014.
Participants will celebrate the Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross Church on
the island of Aghtamar, and take part in prayer services at the
St. Giragos Armenian Church of Dikranagert and the St. Gregory Church
in Kayseri.
The pilgrimage also includes visits to other cities of historic
Armenia=80'Kharpert, Malatya, and Sepastia, and other locales. The
journey will include a stop in Istanbul, where pilgrims will visit the
Armenian Patriarchate.
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to view a flyer for registration information. To view a short film
about the Diocese's 2012 pilgrimage to historic Armenia, click here
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** PARISH NEWS
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Holy Trinity Church, Cheltenham, PA
Graduate Daniel Aslanian with the parish pastor and school
superintendent.
** Holy Trinity School Graduation
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The church school at Holy Trinity Church of Cheltenham, PA,
successfully completed its second year of using the newly revised
curriculum, which combines religion, culture, history and language
instruction. The graduation and annual hantes were held on Sunday,
June 1.
The parish congratulated graduate Daniel Aslanian and student Narek
Gevorgyan, who had perfect attendance. Also recognized for excellent
attendance were Audrey Movsesian and Lucas Terkanian. At the
end-of-year hantes, the students presented a program of recitations
and a skit.
The community expressed its appreciation to its dedicated
teachers. =80=9CI've been teaching Sunday School for more years than I
can remember, and of all the hats I have worn in doing church work,
Sunday School teacher has been the most rewarding,' said Merle
Santerian who teaches third and fourth grade religion.
Seda Hovhannisyan, who teaches Armenian at the nursery school, said:
`Teaching Armenian at Holy Trinity makes me feel proud. I'm proud that
I can help kids learn their language and make them feel proud of their
roots and beautiful language.'
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to view photos from graduation day.
Police
** Helping Local Police Through Chaplaincy
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The Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, director of the Diocese's Mission Parish
program, recently attended a three-day training session on police
chaplaincy. Fr. Abdalian serves as a police chaplain to the police
department of Cheltenham, PA, where he counsels members of the police
force and other first responders.
The course focused on Crisis Intervention Stress Management-a method
of helping first responders recover from traumatic experiences. Upon
completion of the training program, Fr. Abdalian was invited to become
a member of the CISM team in Pennsylvania's Montgomery County.
St. Vartan Armenian School, NYC
Dr. Kevork and Mrs. Alvina Niksarli at the classroom dedication
ceremony.
** Students Enjoy New Classrooms at St. Vartan School
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Students at St. Vartan Armenian School in New York have been enjoying
their newly renovated classrooms. The renovations were made possible
through a generous donation by Dr. and Mrs. Kevork and Alvina
Niksarli, whose daughter attends the school.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate; the Very
Rev. Fr. Mamigon Kiledjian, dean of St. Vartan Cathedral; and the
Rev. Fr. Bedros Kadehjian blessed the new classrooms-which are located
in the St. Vartan Cathedral Complex-on Saturday, April 12.
At a program following the ceremony, students recited poems and sang
songs. Archbishop Barsamian stressed the importance of Armenian
schools in instilling the Armenian faith and culture in the young
generation. He expressed his gratitude to the Niksarli family and to
all the educators, and encouraged the students to continue their hard
work.
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Upcoming events
** Upcoming Parish Events
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St. George Church | Hartford, CT
St. George Church of Hartford, CT, will be among the exhibitors at
=80=9CCelebrate West Hartford'-a local community fair held at the West
Hartford Town Hall (50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT). The
St. George booth will be open on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 6
p.m., and on Sunday, June 8, from 12 to 6 p.m. Stop by for Armenian
food and sweets.
`Taking part in the annual festival is an opportunity for St. George
Church to share our Armenian culture with others and to reach out to
new Armenians in the community,' says parish pastor, the
Rev. Fr. Gomidas Zohrabian.
St. Mary Church | Livingston, NJ
St. Mary Church of Livingston, NJ, will host a Medical Forum and
Q-and-A, led by members of the Armenian-American Health Professional
Organization (AAHPO) on Sunday, June 8, from 1 to 3 pm. Medical
specialists will give brief presentations and answer questions. The
forum is free and open to the public. St. Mary Church is located at
200 W. Mt. Pleasant Ave., Livingston, NJ; for info call (973)
533-9794. Click here
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to view a flyer.
Holy Martyrs Church | Bayside, NY
The Shnorhali Chorale of Holy Martyrs Church of Bayside, NY, under the
artistic direction of Maestro Vagharshak Ohanyan, invites the Armenian
community to a special evening to `Meet our Talents' on Sunday, June 8
at 6 p.m. in Kalustyan Hall. Click here
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to view a flyer for information. For reservations, contact Tamar at
(718) 961-3195 or [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) ,
or Anjel at (718) 738-7057.
St. Leon Church | Fair Lawn, NJ
St. Leon Church of Fair Lawn, NJ, will host an evening with young
Armenian filmmakers from Columbia University on Thursday, June 12 at 7
p.m. View screenings of five short films and hear from the
directors. Click here
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to view a flyer for information.
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church | White Plains, NY
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will host its
annual picnic on Sunday, June 8, from 12 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music by the
John Vartan Ensemble, homemade Armenian mezze and pastries, luleh and
chicken kebab, raffles, and other activities. Click here
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to view a flyer for information, or call (914) 428-2595.
St. James Church | Watertown, MA
St. James Church of Watertown, MA, will host its annual picnic and
Armenian Festival on Sunday, June 8, on church grounds. Enjoy Armenian
food, live music, activities for children, and more. Click here
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to view a flyer for information.
St. Peter Church | Watervliet, NY
St. Peter Church of Watervliet, NY, will host its annual Armenian
Festival on June 7 and 8, on church grounds. Enjoy kebob meals, music
by the John Berberian Ensemble, cooking demonstrations, church tours,
carnival games for children, and more during this weekend-long
event. Click here
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to read an article about the festival. For more information, visit the
parish website
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or call the church office at (518) 274-3673.
Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church | Providence, RI
The centennial celebration at Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church of
Providence, RI, will culminate the weekend of June 13. On Friday, June
13, Maestro Konstantin Petrossian will lead the Armenian chorales and
orchestra of Rhode Island and Greater Worcester in a concert
celebrating a century of faith, hope, and light. The concert will be
held in Cranston, RI, and will feature soloists from Armenia, Rhode
Island, Massachusetts, and New York. Click here
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for information.
On Saturday, June 14, the parish will host a gala banquet at the
Marriott Hotel in Providence. The mistress of ceremonies will be Rhode
Island State Representative Katherine Kazarian. The Rev. Fr. Mardiros
Chevian, dean of St. Nersess Seminary, will give the keynote
address. On Sunday, June 15, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan
Primate, will celebrate the Divine Liturgy. A centennial khatchar will
be dedicated after the service.
Holy Trinity Church | Cambridge, MA
Holy Trinity Church of Cambridge, MA, will sponsor its annual Gregory
Hintlian Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, June 16. The tournament
will be held at Marlborough Country Club in Marlborough
MA. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a day of golf followed by
dinner and a social evening.
Click here
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to download a brochure and registration form. For information, contact
the Holy Trinity Church office at (617) 354-0632, or via e-mail at
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
** YOUTH NEWS
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Summer Camps
Campers at the Ararat Center, the home of St. Vartan Camp.
** Camp Season Opens this Month
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The 2014 summer camp season begins at St. Vartan Camp on Sunday, June
29, and at Hye Camp on Sunday, July 27. The camps provide a
physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy environment in which
young Christians can grow and develop a deeper understanding of their
Armenian faith and culture.
Space is still available in the camp programs. Click on the following
links to learn about St. Vartan Camp
From: A. Papazian