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March 7, 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
PRELATE TO VISIT ST. GREGORY CHURCH COMMUNITY
IN SAN FRANCISCO
This weekend, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will
visit the parish community of St. Gregory Church of San Francisco.
On Sunday, March 9, 2014, the Prelate will preside over Divine
Liturgy at St. Gregory Church.
Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian will celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver
the sermon. Deacons Khatchig Shannakian and Avo Markarian will assist at
the altar.
Following the service, the Prelate will meet with the Parish pastor,
Board of Trustees, and Delegates.
In the afternoon, the Prelate will preside over the ARS Oakland
"Erepouni" Chapter's 80th anniversary celebration and convey his message and
blessings.
***
PRELACY LADIES AUXILIARY
ANNUAL GREAT LENT LUNCHEON
Each year at the start of the Lent, the Prelacy Ladies Auxiliary
hosts a traditional Lent luncheon, which this year will be held on
Wednesday, March 12, under the auspices of the Prelate.
The day will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Sunrise Service presided over
by the Prelate at St. Mary's Church in Glendale.
The luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Carousel Restaurant in
Glendale. A traditional Lenten feast will be offered. The event also
features a cultural program.
Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian will speak on Great Lent.
***
PRELATE PRESIDES OVER FIRST SUNRISE SERVICE OF LENT
AT HOLY MARTYRS CHURCH
On Wednesday, March 5, 2014, the first Sunrise Service of the Lent
season was held in Prelacy Churches.
In keeping with tradition, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, presided over the first Sunrise service at Holy Martyrs Church in
Encino. Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian and Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchadourian
participated in the service. Among the faithful were Ferrahian School 9th,
10th, and 11th grade students.
His Eminence conveyed inspiring and encouraging words to the
faithful and students to motivate them in their Lenten journey, which he
wished will be a time for spiritual renewal and enrichment for all.
In his sermon, Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian spoke of the importance and
purpose of fasting, stating that through physical abstinence, our spirits
are nourished and strengthened. He concluded by wishing a spiritually
fulfilling fast and strengthened willpower to overcome temptation during
Great Lent.
Following the service, the traditional annual Lent luncheon hosted
by the ARS "Anahid" Chapter was held at "Dickranian" Hall. Chapter
Chairlady Mrs. Silva Poladian welcomed the Prelate, clergy, and guests.
Ferrahian students presented a cultural program of poetry and songs.
The Prelate first commended the ARS members for their dedicated
service, and then conveyed his wishes for the Great Lent season, for all to
collectively combat against evil forces with the Cross, overcome darkness
with light, and triumph over evil with goodness.
***
HOLY CROSS CATHEDRAL HOSTS
WOMEN'S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
Each year on the first Friday of March, women around the world
observe a common day of prayer, known as the World Day of Prayer. Prelacy
faithful also share in this annual event, which this year was held at Holy
Cross Cathedral in Montebello with the participation of clergy from the
Armenian Apostolic, Catholic, and Evangelical Churches. The theme of the
44th annual World Day of Prayer was "Streams in the Desert". Holy Cross
Cathedral Ladies Aid hosted the gathering.
H.E. Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, participated in the service and
delivered his message to the faithful. His Eminence was accompanied by Very
Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian, Archpriest Fr. Nareg Pehlivanian, and Rev. Fr.
Ashod Kambourian.
Very Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian delivered the invocation. A program of
prayers, hymns, Scripture readings, spiritual reflections, and messages in
Armenian and English followed. The program concluded with the Prelate's
message.
His Eminence first expressed thanks to God for the gathering of
prayer, worship, and fellowship. Reflecting on the day's theme of Jesus
Christ as the "Living Water", the Prelate stated that just as water is
essential for our bodies, the living water our Savior offers is essential
for our spirits, thus, "let us open our hearts to Him and allow the living
water to flow within us and quench our spiritual thirst". Furthermore, the
Prelate called on the faithful to share the good news of God's promise of
salvation and eternal life by letting the rivers of living water flow from
within them unto others, inspiring and drawing others to Christ, and
especially our younger generations. The service came to a close with the
benediction.
A reception followed at "Bagramian" Hall.
***
GLENDALE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PRESIDENT
JACK IVIE VISITS THE PRELACY
On Wednesday, March 5, 2014, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, welcomed the visit of Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center
President Mr. Jack Ivie, who was accompanied by Ms. Marie Filipian,
Community Relations and Business Development Manager, and Rev. Cassie
McCarty, Director of Mission Integration and Spiritual Care Services.
Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian joined in the meeting.
After greeting the guests, upon their request the Prelate presented
an overview of our church history and on the effect of the Armenian Genocide
on the Armenian Church, and specifically on the Holy See of Cilicia which
itself was a victim of the Genocide. The Prelate also spoke of the
struggles of the Syrian-Armenian community and answered questions regarding
the endeavors of the Prelacy.
Mr. Ivie thanked the Prelate for his warm welcome and for the
information he imparted. Mr. Ivie expressed appreciation especially for the
Prelacy's close collaboration and the Prelate's support of Glendale Memorial
Hospital.
At the conclusion of the visit the Prelate presented the guests with
mementos.
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 VISIT ST. GREGORY CHURCH COMMUNITY
IN SAN FRANCISCO
This weekend, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will
visit the parish community of St. Gregory Church of San Francisco.
On Sunday, March 9, 2014, the Prelate will preside over Divine
Liturgy at St. Gregory Church.
Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian will celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver
the sermon. Deacons Khatchig Shannakian and Avo Markarian will assist at
the altar.
Following the service, the Prelate will meet with the Parish pastor,
Board of Trustees, and Delegates.
In the afternoon, the Prelate will preside over the ARS Oakland
"Erepouni" Chapter's 80th anniversary celebration and convey his message and
blessings.
***
PRELACY LADIES AUXILIARY
ANNUAL GREAT LENT LUNCHEON
Each year at the start of the Lent, the Prelacy Ladies Auxiliary
hosts a traditional Lent luncheon, which this year will be held on
Wednesday, March 12, under the auspices of the Prelate.
The day will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Sunrise Service presided over
by the Prelate at St. Mary's Church in Glendale.
The luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Carousel Restaurant in
Glendale. A traditional Lenten feast will be offered. The event also
features a cultural program.
Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian will speak on Great Lent.
***
PRELATE PRESIDES OVER FIRST SUNRISE SERVICE OF LENT
AT HOLY MARTYRS CHURCH
On Wednesday, March 5, 2014, the first Sunrise Service of the Lent
season was held in Prelacy Churches.
In keeping with tradition, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, presided over the first Sunrise service at Holy Martyrs Church in
Encino. Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian and Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchadourian
participated in the service. Among the faithful were Ferrahian School 9th,
10th, and 11th grade students.
His Eminence conveyed inspiring and encouraging words to the
faithful and students to motivate them in their Lenten journey, which he
wished will be a time for spiritual renewal and enrichment for all.
In his sermon, Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian spoke of the importance and
purpose of fasting, stating that through physical abstinence, our spirits
are nourished and strengthened. He concluded by wishing a spiritually
fulfilling fast and strengthened willpower to overcome temptation during
Great Lent.
Following the service, the traditional annual Lent luncheon hosted
by the ARS "Anahid" Chapter was held at "Dickranian" Hall. Chapter
Chairlady Mrs. Silva Poladian welcomed the Prelate, clergy, and guests.
Ferrahian students presented a cultural program of poetry and songs.
The Prelate first commended the ARS members for their dedicated
service, and then conveyed his wishes for the Great Lent season, for all to
collectively combat against evil forces with the Cross, overcome darkness
with light, and triumph over evil with goodness.
***
HOLY CROSS CATHEDRAL HOSTS
WOMEN'S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
Each year on the first Friday of March, women around the world
observe a common day of prayer, known as the World Day of Prayer. Prelacy
faithful also share in this annual event, which this year was held at Holy
Cross Cathedral in Montebello with the participation of clergy from the
Armenian Apostolic, Catholic, and Evangelical Churches. The theme of the
44th annual World Day of Prayer was "Streams in the Desert". Holy Cross
Cathedral Ladies Aid hosted the gathering.
H.E. Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, participated in the service and
delivered his message to the faithful. His Eminence was accompanied by Very
Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian, Archpriest Fr. Nareg Pehlivanian, and Rev. Fr.
Ashod Kambourian.
Very Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian delivered the invocation. A program of
prayers, hymns, Scripture readings, spiritual reflections, and messages in
Armenian and English followed. The program concluded with the Prelate's
message.
His Eminence first expressed thanks to God for the gathering of
prayer, worship, and fellowship. Reflecting on the day's theme of Jesus
Christ as the "Living Water", the Prelate stated that just as water is
essential for our bodies, the living water our Savior offers is essential
for our spirits, thus, "let us open our hearts to Him and allow the living
water to flow within us and quench our spiritual thirst". Furthermore, the
Prelate called on the faithful to share the good news of God's promise of
salvation and eternal life by letting the rivers of living water flow from
within them unto others, inspiring and drawing others to Christ, and
especially our younger generations. The service came to a close with the
benediction.
A reception followed at "Bagramian" Hall.
***
GLENDALE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PRESIDENT
JACK IVIE VISITS THE PRELACY
On Wednesday, March 5, 2014, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, welcomed the visit of Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center
President Mr. Jack Ivie, who was accompanied by Ms. Marie Filipian,
Community Relations and Business Development Manager, and Rev. Cassie
McCarty, Director of Mission Integration and Spiritual Care Services.
Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian joined in the meeting.
After greeting the guests, upon their request the Prelate presented
an overview of our church history and on the effect of the Armenian Genocide
on the Armenian Church, and specifically on the Holy See of Cilicia which
itself was a victim of the Genocide. The Prelate also spoke of the
struggles of the Syrian-Armenian community and answered questions regarding
the endeavors of the Prelacy.
Mr. Ivie thanked the Prelate for his warm welcome and for the
information he imparted. Mr. Ivie expressed appreciation especially for the
Prelacy's close collaboration and the Prelate's support of Glendale Memorial
Hospital.
At the conclusion of the visit the Prelate presented the guests with
mementos.