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Eastern Prelacy of the Armenian Apost. Church of America and Canada
H.E. Archbishop Oshagan Choloyan
Prelate, Easter Prelacy and Canada
138 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
Tel: 212-689-7810
Fax: 212-689-7168
Web: http://www.armenianprelacy.org/
May 8, 2014
The Armenian Prelacy =99¦ 138 East 39th Street =99¦ New York, NY
10016
tel: 212-689-7810 =99¦ Fax: 212-689-7168 =99¦ Email:
[email protected]
IN MEMORIAM
DIRAMAYR MARIE CHOLOYAN
Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian, Vicar General, and the Religious and
Executive Councils of the Eastern Prelacy announce with great sorrow
the passing of
Diramayr Marie Choloyan, mother of our Prelate, Archbishop
Oshagan. His Eminence left this afternoon to join his family in
Lebanon.
Diramayr Marie passed away yesterday, May 7, in Beirut, Lebanon. She
was 94 years old. She is survived by three sons, Archbishop Oshagan,
Vartan, and
Armen and a daughter, Ani. Her husband, Antranig, and two sons, Sarkis
and
Simon, predeceased her.
Funeral services will take place Saturday, May 10, at 1 pm at the
Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator in Antelias,
Lebanon. Interment will follow at the Armenian National Cemetery in
Bourdj Hammoud.
In lieu-of-flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Eastern
Prelacy. Checks should be payable to Armenian Apostolic Church of
America and sent to the Armenian Prelacy, 138 East 39th Street, New
York, NY 10016.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Archbishop Oshagan and the
entire Choloyan family. We pray that All-Merciful God will receive her
soul in eternal peace and bliss. May her memory shine forth always.
VICAR ATTENDS UNVEILING OF MONUMENT
Bishop Anoushavan attended and participated in the 99th Armenian
Genocide Commemoration that took place in Vancouver, British Columbia,
where the third Canadian Genocide monument was unveiled and
consecrated on April 27 with
more than 300 people attending.
The unusual and creative monument designed by Matilda Aslizadeh is
based on an archival fingerprint of an individual who experienced the
genocide. As
described by the designer, `The fingerprint pattern is magnified so
that it begins to evoke a landscape, and the negative space of the
pattern is cut through to create a lace-like appearance. The sculpture
is raised from the ground and supported by 50 rods that line up with
an invisible map
of the geographical locations of the massacres.'
The dedication of the Armenian genocide monument in Vancouver, British
Columbia on April 27.
Flowers decorate the monument after the unveiling and dedication.
PRELATE RECEIVES HABITAT REPRESENTATIVE
Archbishop Oshagan welcomed Ms. Seda Arzoumanian, Resource Development
Manager of Habitat Armenia, to the Prelacy this morning.
APPRECIATION EVENING IN NEW JERSEY
Last Friday, May 2, the pastor and board of trustees of
Sts. Vartanantz Church hosted an `Appreciation Night,' that honored
five long-time members of the choir, Margaret Papazian, Michael
Mirakian, Lynn Mahlebjian, Ara Dinkjian, and Zohrab Zakarian.
The evening was marked with fellowship, delicious food, and the
melodious live music by the popular Bob Aslanian (aka Bobby Lane), a
faithful parishioner of Sts. Vartanantz.
Representing Archbishop Oshagan, Bishop Anoushavan congratulated the
honorees and praised Der Hayr and the Board for an exceptional evening
and noted
the importance of honoring individuals who have served the church with
devoted distinction for decades.
Bishop Anoushavan, Rev. Fr. Hovnan Bozoian, and members of the Board
of Trustees with the five individuals honored during `Appreciation
Night' at Sts. Vartanantz Church.
ARMENIAN SCHOOLS COMPETE
The 45th annual competition of Armenian Saturday and Day Schools in
the New York/New Jersey area took place last Saturday, May 3, at the
Armenian Center in Woodside, New York. The competition is organized
each year by the literary committee of the Hamazkayin of New
York. Rev. Fr. Mesrob Lakissian, pastor of St. Illuminator's
Cathedral, New York City, guided the competition.
Participating schools included: Holy Martyrs Day and Saturday schools;
St.
Sarkis Saturday School (Douglaston); and Nareg Saturday School (New
Jersey). Certificates and gifts were presented to all of the
participants, and additional gifts were awarded to those students who
answered all questions correctly.
The participants in the Armenian school competition with Der Hayr and
teachers.
VICAR AT STS. VARTANANTZ CHURCH
Bishop Anoushavan celebrated the Divine Liturgy and delivered the
Sermon at Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey last Sunday,
May 3. Following the Liturgy, His Grace offered his presentation that
commemorates the 50th anniversary of the passing of Catholicos Zareh I
(1963), and the 30th anniversary of the passing of Khoren I
(1983). The Vicar has been delivering
this presentation at many parishes in the United States, as well as in
Canada, during 2013. Sunday's event in New Jersey was the final
presentation. Also taking part in the program were students of the
Nareg Saturday
School who provided stirring recitations and angelic singing.
The Vicar has prepared books in Armenian and English based on his
presentation about the two Catholicoi. Bishop Anoushavan acknowledged
three people in the audience who helped produce the books, namely,
Hourig Papazian-Sahagian who translated the Armenian into English;
Iris Papazian, the editor of the English edition, and Dr. Carlo
Bayrakdarian, the benefactor of both the
Armenian and English editions.
Bishop Anoushavan and Rev. Fr. Hovnan Bozoian with the altar servers
and choir members at Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey.
Students of the Nareg Saturday School presented recitations and songs.
NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE ASSEMBLY
The 2014 National Representative Assembly (NRA), along with the Clergy
Conference, and the Conference of the National Association of Ladies
Guilds (NALG), will take place May 13-17, hosted by St. Sarkis Church,
Dearborn, Michigan. Delegates and guests will find more information
here (http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/gx9hfb).
DATEV SUMMER PROGRAM FOR YOUTH
St. Gregory of Datev Institute will hold its 28th annual summer
program for youth ages 13-18 at St. Mary of Providence Center in
Elverson, Pennsylvania, from June 29 to July 6, 2014. The program is
sponsored by the Prelacy's Armenian Religious Education Council
(AREC).
For information and registration, please visit the Prelacy website
(armenianprelacy.org/arec/datev
(http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/wpaifb)).
BIBLE READINGS
Note: Beginning last April 28 and continuing until Pentecost (June 8),
each day four Gospels are read in the following order: (1)
Morning=80'Luke; (2) Midday-John; (3) Evening-Matthew; (4) Evening
dismissal-Mark.
Bible readings for Sunday, May 8, Red Sunday are: 1) Luke 9:18-36; 2)
Acts
13:16-43; 1 Peter 5:1-14; John 5:19-30:12; 3) Matthew 11:25-30; 4)
Mark 4:26-34.
Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as
well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the
elders among you to tend the flock of God that is in your charge,
exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God
would have you do it-not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it
over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. And when the
chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never
fades away. In the same way, you who are younger must accept the
authority of the elders. And all of you must clothe
yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for `God
opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble."
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he
may exalt you in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him, because he
cares for you. Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion
your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to
devour. Resist him, steadfast
in your faith, for you know that your brothers and sisters in all the
world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering. And after you have
suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you
to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, support,
strengthen, and establish you. To him be the power forever and
ever. Amen.
Through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written
this short letter to encourage you and to testify that this is the
true grace of
God. Stand fast in it. Your sister church in Babylon, chosen together
with
you, sends you greetings; and so does my son Mark. Greet one another
with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ. (1 Peter
5:1014)
For a listing of the coming week's Bible readings click here
(http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/cibifb).
RED SUNDAY
This Sunday, May 11, is the fourth Sunday of Eastertide, known as Red
Sunday (Garmir Giragi). The name does not have an ecclesiastical
origin. Red is
the color of blood and this may be an appropriate time to honor the
memory
of the early Christian martyrs.
The name Red Sunday is also believed to refer to the burst of color
that comes forth from the land after a barren winter. Similar to last
week's Green Sunday, it is a celebration of nature and life,
symbolizing rebirth after the Resurrection of our Lord.
NEWS FROM THE CATHOLICOSATE
CONSECRATION OF BISHOPS
Three clergymen were elevated to the rank of bishop on the weekend of
April 26-27, in Antelias. The ordination ceremony began on Saturday
evening in the Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator where His
Holiness Aram presided over the ritual of the examination of the faith
of Very Rev. Meghrig Parikian (Prelacy of Canada), Very Rev. Krikor
Chiftjian (Prelacy of Aderbadagan), and Very Rev. Magar Ashekian
(Prelacy of Tehran). Following the reading of the recommendations of
the Dioceses requesting their ordination and prayers, His Holiness led
them to the ceremony of the confession of the true Orthodox faith. The
priests confessed their faith, signed papers and vowed to remain loyal
to the Catholicosate of Cilicia, to His Holiness Aram I, and to the
Church and its faithful.
On Sunday, His Holiness consecrated the foreheads and right hands of
the three priests with Holy Muron, gave them their Episcopal rings and
pronounced them Bishops. In his message, the Catholicos described the
vocation of the episcopate as service, obedience, humility, and
accountability to the people.
At the conclusion of the two-day ordination and consecration ceremony,
His
Holiness received the new bishops and the pilgrims who had accompanied
them.
ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS VISIT
A delegation of German bishops, headed by Archbishop Ludwig Schick,
met with His Holiness Aram I, as part of their fact-finding trip in
the region concerning the situation of Christians in the Middle
East. After describing the situation, His Holiness emphasized the
importance of strengthening the internal unity of Christians and
providing assistance to the communities to help displaced
families. The Catholicos described the difficulties facing Armenians
in Syria. He also spoke about the 100th anniversary commemorations
of the Armenian Genocide in 2015. The visit ended with an agreement to
strengthen relations between the Catholicosate of Cilicia and the
Roman Catholic Church in Germany.
SYRIAN ARMENIAN COMMUNITY NEEDS OUR HELP MORE THAN EVER
The crises in Syria, including the recent upheaval in Kessab, need our
financial assistance.
Please keep this community in your prayers, your hearts, and your
pocketbooks.
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET OUR ONGOING RELIEF EFFORTS FOR THE ARMENIAN
COMMUNITY
IN SYRIA WHERE CONDITIONS ARE BECOMING INCREASINGLY MORE DIFFICULT.
THE NEED IS REAL.
THE NEED IS GREAT.
DONATIONS TO THE FUND FOR SYRIAN ARMENIAN RELIEF CAN BE MADE ON LINE.
TO DONATE NOW CLICK HERE (http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/sacifb)
AND
SELECT SYRIAN ARMENIAN RELIEF IN THE MENU.
The Fund for Syrian Armenian Relief is a joint effort of: Armenian
Apostolic Church of America (Eastern Prelacy); Armenian Catholic
Eparchy; Armenian
Evangelical Union of North America; Armenian Relief Society (Eastern
USA, Inc.); Armenian Revolutionary Federation.
Thank you for your help
ARMENIAN LANGUAGE CORNER
(Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee[ANEC])
Write `Right' in the Right Way
You can say that something is right, accurate, or true in Armenian
with the word ooghigh (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«Õ²).(*) You say ooghigh jampa
(Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«Õ² Õ³Õ¡Õ´Õ¢Õ¡Õµ) =80=9Cright road.' Note that when the word
ooghigh becomes a compound
word of any kind, the intermediate i is lost. This is why you have
some words like:
ooghghagi (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ¯Õ« `direct'). Example: ooghghagi gab
(Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ¯Õ«
Õ¯Õ¡Õº) `direct link."
ooghghel (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¥Õ¬ `to straighten; to direct'). Example:
poghgabe ooghghel (Ö=83Õ¸Õ²Õ¯Õ¡ÕºÕ¨ Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¥Õ¬) `to straighten the
tie'; tebi harav ooghghel (Õ¤Õ§ÕºÕ« Õ°Õ¡Ö=80Õ¡Ö=82 Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¥Õ¬) `to
direct to the south.'
ooghghootioon (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶ `direction'). Example: jisht
ooghghootioon (Õ³Õ«Õ·Õ¤ Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶)
`accurate direction' (ooghigh ooghghootioon does not sound
right...)
ooghghakrootioon (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ£Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶
`orthography'). Example: hayereni ooghghakrootioon (Õ°Õ¡ÕµÕ¥Ö=80Õ§Õ¶Õ«
Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ£Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶) =80=9CArmenian orthography'
Now, there is a word that makes trouble, ooghi (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«)
`road,' which is a synonym of jampa and janabarh. Many usual words are
derived from ooghi and are all related to the notion of =80=9Croad' or
`travel,' such as:
ooghargel (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ¡Ö=80Õ¯Õ¥Õ¬ `to send')
hooghargavorootioon (ÕµÕ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ¡Ö=80Õ¯Õ¡Ö=82Õ¸Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶
`gravesite service,' when you send the soul of the deceased to its
final rest)
ooghevorootioon (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ¥Ö=82Õ¸Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶ `travel')
yergatooghi (Õ¥Ö=80Õ¯Õ¡Õ©Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ« =80=9Crailway')
Many people tend to confuse ooghi with ooghigh, perhaps due to the
closeness of meanings between `direction' and `travel,' and to write,
for instance, ooghargel with two gh (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Ö=80Õ¯Õ¥Õ¬), which is
plainly wrong. How do you avoid common spelling mistakes of this kind?
Memo to yourself: if you write any Armenian word related to the
English concept of right, whether the root is Anglo-Saxon
(`straight'), Latin (`direct') or Greek (`ortho'), you
are dealing with ooghigh (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«Õ²). If you remember
that, you will always be using two gh-s and you will always
be... right.
(*) Ooghigh, of unknown origin, entered the Armenian language in the
fifth
century. Its synonym shidag (Õ·Õ«Õ¿Õ¡Õ¯), of equally unknown origin,
appeared in the Low Middle Ages. Although both are utilized
interchangeably, shidag has a more colloquial use and cannot be always
used
as a full synonym of ooghigh.
Previous entries in `The Armenian Language Corner' are on the
Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org
(http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/82cifb))
THIS WEEK IN ARMENIAN HISTORY
(Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee[ANEC])
Death of Stepanos Nazariantz
(May 9, 1879)
The nineteenth century was a period of awakening for Armenians both in
the
Ottoman and the Russian Empire. In Russia, one of its pioneers was
Stepanos Nazariantz, a journalist, teacher, and orientalist.
He was born on May 27, 1812, in Tiflis (now Tbilisi), in the family of
a priest. The Nersisian Lyceum, founded by the primate of the Armenian
Apostolic Church in Georgia, Nerses Ashtaraketsi, was opened in 1824,
and Nazariantz studied there between 1824 and 1829. He became also one
of the first Armenian students of the Caucasus to study in Dorpat (now
Tartu, in Estonia), which had one of the best, German-speaking
universities in the Russian Empire.
In Dorpat, Nazariantz first studied at the gymnasium for a year
(1833-1834) and then at the schools of Medicine (1835-1836) and
Philosophy (1836-1840). He wrote his doctoral dissertation on the work
of Persian poet Ferdowsi,
Shahnameh (Book of Kings). From 1842-1849 he was the chair of the
Armenian
language department at the University of Kazan. Later he moved to
Moscow, where he was professor of Persian language and literature at
the famous Lazarian Lyceum until his death. From 1869-1871 he was also
principal of the lyceum.
Influenced by European enlightenment and Russian social movements of
the 1840s, Nazariantz wrote against the ruling feudal system and its
ideology. He was a fervent advocate of modernization, as well as of
patriotic ideas, such as the struggle against Turkish domination. He
saw education as the key
of Armenian progress, and supported the development of secular
instruction
and methods of pedagogy that were consistent and age-appropriate. He
advocated the use of Modern Armenian, and perhaps his greatest
achievement was the publication of the monthly Hiusisapayl (Aurora
Borealis, 1858-1864), together with his younger associate Mikayel
Nalbandian, which had an important
role in the development of Eastern Armenian. The monthly became the
voice of progressive ideas, and ran afoul of the Armenian
establishment due to the discussion of sensitive issues, such as his
criticism of serfdom and clerical power. Nazariantz and Nalbandian
developed principles to modernize literary criticism among Armenians.
Nazariantz wrote a number of books in Russian (A Brief Survey of
Thirteenth Century Armenian Literature, 1844; A Survey of Armenian
Literature in the
Modern Period, 1846) and Armenian (Discourse on Experimental
Psychology, 1853; First Spiritual Nutrition for Armenian Children,
1853; Source Book of Religion, 1854, and Review of Modern Armenian
Speaking, 1857). He also wrote poetry and translated many works,
including those of Swiss poet Friedrich
Schiller. He passed away on May 9, 1879, in Moscow.
Previous entries in `This Week in Armenian History' are on
the Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org)
100th ANNIVERSARY OF GENOCIDE AT THE BOOKSTORE
We have now entered the tenth decade that will lead us to the 100th
anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24, 2015. The Prelacy's
Bookstore has an extensive collection of books (in Armenian and
English) about
the Genocide including histories, historical novels, memoirs, eye
witness testimonies, essays, and poetry. From now through next April
we will feature one or two books each week from the Bookstore's
collection.
In honor of Mother's Day this week we offer two books about mothers
written by their children.
ORPHANS IN THE SANDS
By Virginia Haroutunian
In Orphans in the Sands Virginia Haroutunian tells the story of her
mother
Victoria who survived a death march through the desert in 1915. As a
survivor of the Armenian Genocide, Victoria struggles with the
memories of her experiences as she forges a new life in Michigan. This
story tells of her journey and the experiences of her children and
husband by her side.
Orphan in the Sands, 192 pages, softcover, $15.00
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To order contact the Prelacy Bookstore by email
([email protected]) or by telephone (212-689-7810).
SUNDAY IS MOTHERS DAY
DON'T FORGET TO CALL YOUR MOTHER!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 9-Armenian Relief Society Mayr Chapter of New York presents
=80=9CA Mother's Day Dinner Dance,' featuring the Akhtamar
Dance Ensemble and music by Khajag, at the Armenian Center, 69-23 47th
Avenue, Woodside, New York. Adults $40; children (under 10) $15. For
reservations: Anais, 718-392-6982 or Anahid 718-263-9325.
May 10-Unveiling of new genocide memorial by Lowell City Hall,
sponsored by the Armenian Genocide Monument Committee of Merrimack
Valley, 10 am, downtown procession, followed by program at City Hall
and reception in St. Ann's Church at noon. Musical interlude by
soloist Sevan Dulgarian. Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, MC.
May 10-`Remembering Zahrad' on the 90th anniversary of his
birth. Sponsored by the Esayan-Getronagan Alumni of New York, 8 pm
at Kalustyan Hall, Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs, Bayside, New
York.
Featuring: Arto Krimian, Dr. Herand Markarian, Zivart Balikjian, Berge
Turabian. Admission is free.
May 11-Mothers Day Brunch organized by the Board of Trustees of
St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn, Michigan, following the Divine
Liturgy. Program will follow. Admission by donation.
May 16-Eastern Prelacy's National Representative Assembly (NRA)
banquet hosted by St. Sarkis Church (Dearborn) at Double Tree Hotel
Banquet Hall, 5801 Southfield Service Drive, Detroit. Cocktails 7 pm;
dinner
8 pm. Ticket donation, $50. For reservations contact the church
office, 313-336-6200 before May 9.
May 21-Benefit for Boston's Armenian Heritage Park, =80=9CChefs Party
for Our Park!' Royal Sonesta Hotel, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 6:30 pm,
with participation of more than 15 of Boston's top chefs. Go to
www.ArmenianHeritagePark.org for information.
May 13-17-Clergy Conference and National Representative Assembly, and
Annual Conference of the National Association of Ladies' Guilds
(NALG) of the Eastern Prelacy, hosted by St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn,
Michigan.
May 18-St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston, New York, Saturday school
year-end hantes, 4 pm.
May 18-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, ARS
Havadk Chapter Bingo Luncheon.
May 24-96th anniversary of Armenian independence sponsored by Lowell
`Aharonian' ARF, 6 pm, St. Gregory Church, 158 Main Street, North
Andover, Massachusetts. Dinner, entertainment, and speaker, Baku
pogrom survivor Anna Turcotte, author of `Nowhere, A story of Exile.'
Admission: $20 adults; $10 students.
May 31-The Armenian Bar Association presents a panel discussion about
`Ongoing Legal Efforts and Challenges to Preserve Armenian Antiquities
and Cultural Property,' at Association of the Bar of the City of New
York, 42 West 44th Street, New York City (between 5th and 6th
Avenues), 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Free admission. For information: Denise
Darmanian [email protected] or 917-848-0968.
May 31-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies' Guild
Cooking Class, `Short Cuts to Armenian Cooking,' 11 am, Homemade
Lahmajoon. $15 for each class; $40 for three classes.
June 1-Ladies Guild Annual Brunch, St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston, New
York.
June 1-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Sunday School
trip to Boston.
June 8-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies' Guild
Hot Dog Social.
June 15-St. Gregory Church, annual Father's Day Picnic, 12
noon to 5 pm on the church grounds at 135 Goodwin Street, Indian
Orchard, Massachusetts. Enjoy many favorite Armenian dinners including
shish kebab and rice pilaf. Baked goods available for
purchase. Raffle, Armenian music and dancing, and activities for
children. Admission and parking are free. For information,
413-543-4763.
June 16-17-St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn, Michigan, Sunday School Teens
Seminar at Colombiere Conference and Retreat Center, Clarkston,
Michigan.
June 23-Holy Trinity Church, Worcester, Massachusetts, 11th Annual
Golf Outing, Sterling National Country Club, Sterling,
Massachusetts. Tee off: 9 am, shotgun start, scramble format. $145 per
person includes: Golf, cart, breakfast, dinner, prizes, raffles, and
chance to win a two-year lease on a 2014 Land Rover with a hole in
one. For information: Kap Kaprielian,
[email protected] or 508-872-9629.
June 24-26-Vacation Bible Camp for preschool (age 4) to 6th grade
students at St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn, Michigan, from 10 am to 2
pm. Religious activities, lessons, crafts, and games. For information:
313-336-6200.
June 28-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies Guild
Cooking Class, `Short Cuts to Armenian Cooking,'
11 am, Mock Manti. $15 for each class; $40 for three classes.
June 29 - July 6, 2014: St. Gregory of Datev Institute Summer Program
for youth ages 13-18 at the St. Mary of Providence Center in Elverson,
Pennsylvania, sponsored by the Prelacy's Armenian Religious Education
Council (AREC). For information, contact the AREC office at
212.689.7810
or at [email protected].
July 14-39th Annual St. Sarkis Golf & Tennis Classic, Meadowbrook
Country Club, Northville, Michigan. $250 donation for golf breakfast,
lunch, and banquet. $125 donation banquet only. Reservations:
313-336-6200.
July 19-`A Hye Summer A Night IX,' sponsored by the Ladies Guild of
Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, and Armenian Relief Society Ani
Chapter, 7 pm to 12 midnight. Dinner Dance at Alpine Country Club,
Pippen Orchard Drive, Cranston, Rhode Island, featuring Hachig
Kazarian,
John Berberian, Ken Kalajian, and Jason Naroian. Dinner-Dance, $50;
dance only after 8:30 pm, $35 (with student ID $25). RSVP before June
30. Call Joyce Yeremian, 401-354-8770, [email protected] or Joyce
Bagdasarian, 401-434-4467, sweetano6aol.com.
July 26-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies Guild
Cooking Class, `Short Cuts to Armenian Cooking,'
11 am, Boereg. $15 for each class; $40 for three classes.
August 17-St. Sarkis Church (Dearborn) Grape Blessing Family Fun
Picnic at Kensington Park, Kensington, Michigan. Good food, music,
biking, soccer, dancing, magician, swimming, playscape, kids games,
door prizes, face painting, tavloo tournament and more.
September 18-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey, 12th
Annual Golf Classic, River Vale Country Club, River Vale, New
Jersey. Rain or Shine. 11 am registration and Grilled Lunch Buffet; 1
pm Tee Off. Format: Shotgun Scramble (All player levels welcome). Golf
Outing Reservation: $195; limited to first 128 paid golf
reservations. Reservation includes: Grilled lunch buffet, dinner
banquet, golf, cart, and range balls. Contests and
Prizes. Sponsorships available. For information: 201-943-2950.
October 3-St. Sarkis Armenian Church, Douglaston, New York, Saturday
School Dinner Dance Gala.
Web pages of the parishes can be accessed through the Prelacy's web
site.
To ensure the timely arrival of Crossroads in your electronic mailbox,
add
[email protected] to your address book.
Items in Crossroads can be reproduced without permission. Please
credit Crossroads as the source.
Parishes of the Eastern Prelacy are invited to send information about
their major events to be included in the calendar. Send to:
[email protected]
Eastern Prelacy of the Armenian Apost. Church of America and Canada
H.E. Archbishop Oshagan Choloyan
Prelate, Easter Prelacy and Canada
138 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
Tel: 212-689-7810
Fax: 212-689-7168
Web: http://www.armenianprelacy.org/
May 8, 2014
The Armenian Prelacy =99¦ 138 East 39th Street =99¦ New York, NY
10016
tel: 212-689-7810 =99¦ Fax: 212-689-7168 =99¦ Email:
[email protected]
IN MEMORIAM
DIRAMAYR MARIE CHOLOYAN
Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian, Vicar General, and the Religious and
Executive Councils of the Eastern Prelacy announce with great sorrow
the passing of
Diramayr Marie Choloyan, mother of our Prelate, Archbishop
Oshagan. His Eminence left this afternoon to join his family in
Lebanon.
Diramayr Marie passed away yesterday, May 7, in Beirut, Lebanon. She
was 94 years old. She is survived by three sons, Archbishop Oshagan,
Vartan, and
Armen and a daughter, Ani. Her husband, Antranig, and two sons, Sarkis
and
Simon, predeceased her.
Funeral services will take place Saturday, May 10, at 1 pm at the
Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator in Antelias,
Lebanon. Interment will follow at the Armenian National Cemetery in
Bourdj Hammoud.
In lieu-of-flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Eastern
Prelacy. Checks should be payable to Armenian Apostolic Church of
America and sent to the Armenian Prelacy, 138 East 39th Street, New
York, NY 10016.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Archbishop Oshagan and the
entire Choloyan family. We pray that All-Merciful God will receive her
soul in eternal peace and bliss. May her memory shine forth always.
VICAR ATTENDS UNVEILING OF MONUMENT
Bishop Anoushavan attended and participated in the 99th Armenian
Genocide Commemoration that took place in Vancouver, British Columbia,
where the third Canadian Genocide monument was unveiled and
consecrated on April 27 with
more than 300 people attending.
The unusual and creative monument designed by Matilda Aslizadeh is
based on an archival fingerprint of an individual who experienced the
genocide. As
described by the designer, `The fingerprint pattern is magnified so
that it begins to evoke a landscape, and the negative space of the
pattern is cut through to create a lace-like appearance. The sculpture
is raised from the ground and supported by 50 rods that line up with
an invisible map
of the geographical locations of the massacres.'
The dedication of the Armenian genocide monument in Vancouver, British
Columbia on April 27.
Flowers decorate the monument after the unveiling and dedication.
PRELATE RECEIVES HABITAT REPRESENTATIVE
Archbishop Oshagan welcomed Ms. Seda Arzoumanian, Resource Development
Manager of Habitat Armenia, to the Prelacy this morning.
APPRECIATION EVENING IN NEW JERSEY
Last Friday, May 2, the pastor and board of trustees of
Sts. Vartanantz Church hosted an `Appreciation Night,' that honored
five long-time members of the choir, Margaret Papazian, Michael
Mirakian, Lynn Mahlebjian, Ara Dinkjian, and Zohrab Zakarian.
The evening was marked with fellowship, delicious food, and the
melodious live music by the popular Bob Aslanian (aka Bobby Lane), a
faithful parishioner of Sts. Vartanantz.
Representing Archbishop Oshagan, Bishop Anoushavan congratulated the
honorees and praised Der Hayr and the Board for an exceptional evening
and noted
the importance of honoring individuals who have served the church with
devoted distinction for decades.
Bishop Anoushavan, Rev. Fr. Hovnan Bozoian, and members of the Board
of Trustees with the five individuals honored during `Appreciation
Night' at Sts. Vartanantz Church.
ARMENIAN SCHOOLS COMPETE
The 45th annual competition of Armenian Saturday and Day Schools in
the New York/New Jersey area took place last Saturday, May 3, at the
Armenian Center in Woodside, New York. The competition is organized
each year by the literary committee of the Hamazkayin of New
York. Rev. Fr. Mesrob Lakissian, pastor of St. Illuminator's
Cathedral, New York City, guided the competition.
Participating schools included: Holy Martyrs Day and Saturday schools;
St.
Sarkis Saturday School (Douglaston); and Nareg Saturday School (New
Jersey). Certificates and gifts were presented to all of the
participants, and additional gifts were awarded to those students who
answered all questions correctly.
The participants in the Armenian school competition with Der Hayr and
teachers.
VICAR AT STS. VARTANANTZ CHURCH
Bishop Anoushavan celebrated the Divine Liturgy and delivered the
Sermon at Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey last Sunday,
May 3. Following the Liturgy, His Grace offered his presentation that
commemorates the 50th anniversary of the passing of Catholicos Zareh I
(1963), and the 30th anniversary of the passing of Khoren I
(1983). The Vicar has been delivering
this presentation at many parishes in the United States, as well as in
Canada, during 2013. Sunday's event in New Jersey was the final
presentation. Also taking part in the program were students of the
Nareg Saturday
School who provided stirring recitations and angelic singing.
The Vicar has prepared books in Armenian and English based on his
presentation about the two Catholicoi. Bishop Anoushavan acknowledged
three people in the audience who helped produce the books, namely,
Hourig Papazian-Sahagian who translated the Armenian into English;
Iris Papazian, the editor of the English edition, and Dr. Carlo
Bayrakdarian, the benefactor of both the
Armenian and English editions.
Bishop Anoushavan and Rev. Fr. Hovnan Bozoian with the altar servers
and choir members at Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey.
Students of the Nareg Saturday School presented recitations and songs.
NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE ASSEMBLY
The 2014 National Representative Assembly (NRA), along with the Clergy
Conference, and the Conference of the National Association of Ladies
Guilds (NALG), will take place May 13-17, hosted by St. Sarkis Church,
Dearborn, Michigan. Delegates and guests will find more information
here (http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/gx9hfb).
DATEV SUMMER PROGRAM FOR YOUTH
St. Gregory of Datev Institute will hold its 28th annual summer
program for youth ages 13-18 at St. Mary of Providence Center in
Elverson, Pennsylvania, from June 29 to July 6, 2014. The program is
sponsored by the Prelacy's Armenian Religious Education Council
(AREC).
For information and registration, please visit the Prelacy website
(armenianprelacy.org/arec/datev
(http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/wpaifb)).
BIBLE READINGS
Note: Beginning last April 28 and continuing until Pentecost (June 8),
each day four Gospels are read in the following order: (1)
Morning=80'Luke; (2) Midday-John; (3) Evening-Matthew; (4) Evening
dismissal-Mark.
Bible readings for Sunday, May 8, Red Sunday are: 1) Luke 9:18-36; 2)
Acts
13:16-43; 1 Peter 5:1-14; John 5:19-30:12; 3) Matthew 11:25-30; 4)
Mark 4:26-34.
Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as
well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the
elders among you to tend the flock of God that is in your charge,
exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God
would have you do it-not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it
over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. And when the
chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never
fades away. In the same way, you who are younger must accept the
authority of the elders. And all of you must clothe
yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for `God
opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble."
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he
may exalt you in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him, because he
cares for you. Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion
your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to
devour. Resist him, steadfast
in your faith, for you know that your brothers and sisters in all the
world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering. And after you have
suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you
to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, support,
strengthen, and establish you. To him be the power forever and
ever. Amen.
Through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written
this short letter to encourage you and to testify that this is the
true grace of
God. Stand fast in it. Your sister church in Babylon, chosen together
with
you, sends you greetings; and so does my son Mark. Greet one another
with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ. (1 Peter
5:1014)
For a listing of the coming week's Bible readings click here
(http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/cibifb).
RED SUNDAY
This Sunday, May 11, is the fourth Sunday of Eastertide, known as Red
Sunday (Garmir Giragi). The name does not have an ecclesiastical
origin. Red is
the color of blood and this may be an appropriate time to honor the
memory
of the early Christian martyrs.
The name Red Sunday is also believed to refer to the burst of color
that comes forth from the land after a barren winter. Similar to last
week's Green Sunday, it is a celebration of nature and life,
symbolizing rebirth after the Resurrection of our Lord.
NEWS FROM THE CATHOLICOSATE
CONSECRATION OF BISHOPS
Three clergymen were elevated to the rank of bishop on the weekend of
April 26-27, in Antelias. The ordination ceremony began on Saturday
evening in the Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator where His
Holiness Aram presided over the ritual of the examination of the faith
of Very Rev. Meghrig Parikian (Prelacy of Canada), Very Rev. Krikor
Chiftjian (Prelacy of Aderbadagan), and Very Rev. Magar Ashekian
(Prelacy of Tehran). Following the reading of the recommendations of
the Dioceses requesting their ordination and prayers, His Holiness led
them to the ceremony of the confession of the true Orthodox faith. The
priests confessed their faith, signed papers and vowed to remain loyal
to the Catholicosate of Cilicia, to His Holiness Aram I, and to the
Church and its faithful.
On Sunday, His Holiness consecrated the foreheads and right hands of
the three priests with Holy Muron, gave them their Episcopal rings and
pronounced them Bishops. In his message, the Catholicos described the
vocation of the episcopate as service, obedience, humility, and
accountability to the people.
At the conclusion of the two-day ordination and consecration ceremony,
His
Holiness received the new bishops and the pilgrims who had accompanied
them.
ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS VISIT
A delegation of German bishops, headed by Archbishop Ludwig Schick,
met with His Holiness Aram I, as part of their fact-finding trip in
the region concerning the situation of Christians in the Middle
East. After describing the situation, His Holiness emphasized the
importance of strengthening the internal unity of Christians and
providing assistance to the communities to help displaced
families. The Catholicos described the difficulties facing Armenians
in Syria. He also spoke about the 100th anniversary commemorations
of the Armenian Genocide in 2015. The visit ended with an agreement to
strengthen relations between the Catholicosate of Cilicia and the
Roman Catholic Church in Germany.
SYRIAN ARMENIAN COMMUNITY NEEDS OUR HELP MORE THAN EVER
The crises in Syria, including the recent upheaval in Kessab, need our
financial assistance.
Please keep this community in your prayers, your hearts, and your
pocketbooks.
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET OUR ONGOING RELIEF EFFORTS FOR THE ARMENIAN
COMMUNITY
IN SYRIA WHERE CONDITIONS ARE BECOMING INCREASINGLY MORE DIFFICULT.
THE NEED IS REAL.
THE NEED IS GREAT.
DONATIONS TO THE FUND FOR SYRIAN ARMENIAN RELIEF CAN BE MADE ON LINE.
TO DONATE NOW CLICK HERE (http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/sacifb)
AND
SELECT SYRIAN ARMENIAN RELIEF IN THE MENU.
The Fund for Syrian Armenian Relief is a joint effort of: Armenian
Apostolic Church of America (Eastern Prelacy); Armenian Catholic
Eparchy; Armenian
Evangelical Union of North America; Armenian Relief Society (Eastern
USA, Inc.); Armenian Revolutionary Federation.
Thank you for your help
ARMENIAN LANGUAGE CORNER
(Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee[ANEC])
Write `Right' in the Right Way
You can say that something is right, accurate, or true in Armenian
with the word ooghigh (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«Õ²).(*) You say ooghigh jampa
(Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«Õ² Õ³Õ¡Õ´Õ¢Õ¡Õµ) =80=9Cright road.' Note that when the word
ooghigh becomes a compound
word of any kind, the intermediate i is lost. This is why you have
some words like:
ooghghagi (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ¯Õ« `direct'). Example: ooghghagi gab
(Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ¯Õ«
Õ¯Õ¡Õº) `direct link."
ooghghel (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¥Õ¬ `to straighten; to direct'). Example:
poghgabe ooghghel (Ö=83Õ¸Õ²Õ¯Õ¡ÕºÕ¨ Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¥Õ¬) `to straighten the
tie'; tebi harav ooghghel (Õ¤Õ§ÕºÕ« Õ°Õ¡Ö=80Õ¡Ö=82 Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¥Õ¬) `to
direct to the south.'
ooghghootioon (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶ `direction'). Example: jisht
ooghghootioon (Õ³Õ«Õ·Õ¤ Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶)
`accurate direction' (ooghigh ooghghootioon does not sound
right...)
ooghghakrootioon (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ£Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶
`orthography'). Example: hayereni ooghghakrootioon (Õ°Õ¡ÕµÕ¥Ö=80Õ§Õ¶Õ«
Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Õ£Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶) =80=9CArmenian orthography'
Now, there is a word that makes trouble, ooghi (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«)
`road,' which is a synonym of jampa and janabarh. Many usual words are
derived from ooghi and are all related to the notion of =80=9Croad' or
`travel,' such as:
ooghargel (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ¡Ö=80Õ¯Õ¥Õ¬ `to send')
hooghargavorootioon (ÕµÕ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ¡Ö=80Õ¯Õ¡Ö=82Õ¸Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶
`gravesite service,' when you send the soul of the deceased to its
final rest)
ooghevorootioon (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ¥Ö=82Õ¸Ö=80Õ¸Ö=82Õ©Õ«Ö=82Õ¶ `travel')
yergatooghi (Õ¥Ö=80Õ¯Õ¡Õ©Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ« =80=9Crailway')
Many people tend to confuse ooghi with ooghigh, perhaps due to the
closeness of meanings between `direction' and `travel,' and to write,
for instance, ooghargel with two gh (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ²Õ¡Ö=80Õ¯Õ¥Õ¬), which is
plainly wrong. How do you avoid common spelling mistakes of this kind?
Memo to yourself: if you write any Armenian word related to the
English concept of right, whether the root is Anglo-Saxon
(`straight'), Latin (`direct') or Greek (`ortho'), you
are dealing with ooghigh (Õ¸Ö=82Õ²Õ«Õ²). If you remember
that, you will always be using two gh-s and you will always
be... right.
(*) Ooghigh, of unknown origin, entered the Armenian language in the
fifth
century. Its synonym shidag (Õ·Õ«Õ¿Õ¡Õ¯), of equally unknown origin,
appeared in the Low Middle Ages. Although both are utilized
interchangeably, shidag has a more colloquial use and cannot be always
used
as a full synonym of ooghigh.
Previous entries in `The Armenian Language Corner' are on the
Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org
(http://t.e2ma.net/click/wlfre/4f4cee/82cifb))
THIS WEEK IN ARMENIAN HISTORY
(Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee[ANEC])
Death of Stepanos Nazariantz
(May 9, 1879)
The nineteenth century was a period of awakening for Armenians both in
the
Ottoman and the Russian Empire. In Russia, one of its pioneers was
Stepanos Nazariantz, a journalist, teacher, and orientalist.
He was born on May 27, 1812, in Tiflis (now Tbilisi), in the family of
a priest. The Nersisian Lyceum, founded by the primate of the Armenian
Apostolic Church in Georgia, Nerses Ashtaraketsi, was opened in 1824,
and Nazariantz studied there between 1824 and 1829. He became also one
of the first Armenian students of the Caucasus to study in Dorpat (now
Tartu, in Estonia), which had one of the best, German-speaking
universities in the Russian Empire.
In Dorpat, Nazariantz first studied at the gymnasium for a year
(1833-1834) and then at the schools of Medicine (1835-1836) and
Philosophy (1836-1840). He wrote his doctoral dissertation on the work
of Persian poet Ferdowsi,
Shahnameh (Book of Kings). From 1842-1849 he was the chair of the
Armenian
language department at the University of Kazan. Later he moved to
Moscow, where he was professor of Persian language and literature at
the famous Lazarian Lyceum until his death. From 1869-1871 he was also
principal of the lyceum.
Influenced by European enlightenment and Russian social movements of
the 1840s, Nazariantz wrote against the ruling feudal system and its
ideology. He was a fervent advocate of modernization, as well as of
patriotic ideas, such as the struggle against Turkish domination. He
saw education as the key
of Armenian progress, and supported the development of secular
instruction
and methods of pedagogy that were consistent and age-appropriate. He
advocated the use of Modern Armenian, and perhaps his greatest
achievement was the publication of the monthly Hiusisapayl (Aurora
Borealis, 1858-1864), together with his younger associate Mikayel
Nalbandian, which had an important
role in the development of Eastern Armenian. The monthly became the
voice of progressive ideas, and ran afoul of the Armenian
establishment due to the discussion of sensitive issues, such as his
criticism of serfdom and clerical power. Nazariantz and Nalbandian
developed principles to modernize literary criticism among Armenians.
Nazariantz wrote a number of books in Russian (A Brief Survey of
Thirteenth Century Armenian Literature, 1844; A Survey of Armenian
Literature in the
Modern Period, 1846) and Armenian (Discourse on Experimental
Psychology, 1853; First Spiritual Nutrition for Armenian Children,
1853; Source Book of Religion, 1854, and Review of Modern Armenian
Speaking, 1857). He also wrote poetry and translated many works,
including those of Swiss poet Friedrich
Schiller. He passed away on May 9, 1879, in Moscow.
Previous entries in `This Week in Armenian History' are on
the Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org)
100th ANNIVERSARY OF GENOCIDE AT THE BOOKSTORE
We have now entered the tenth decade that will lead us to the 100th
anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24, 2015. The Prelacy's
Bookstore has an extensive collection of books (in Armenian and
English) about
the Genocide including histories, historical novels, memoirs, eye
witness testimonies, essays, and poetry. From now through next April
we will feature one or two books each week from the Bookstore's
collection.
In honor of Mother's Day this week we offer two books about mothers
written by their children.
ORPHANS IN THE SANDS
By Virginia Haroutunian
In Orphans in the Sands Virginia Haroutunian tells the story of her
mother
Victoria who survived a death march through the desert in 1915. As a
survivor of the Armenian Genocide, Victoria struggles with the
memories of her experiences as she forges a new life in Michigan. This
story tells of her journey and the experiences of her children and
husband by her side.
Orphan in the Sands, 192 pages, softcover, $15.00
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To order contact the Prelacy Bookstore by email
([email protected]) or by telephone (212-689-7810).
SUNDAY IS MOTHERS DAY
DON'T FORGET TO CALL YOUR MOTHER!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 9-Armenian Relief Society Mayr Chapter of New York presents
=80=9CA Mother's Day Dinner Dance,' featuring the Akhtamar
Dance Ensemble and music by Khajag, at the Armenian Center, 69-23 47th
Avenue, Woodside, New York. Adults $40; children (under 10) $15. For
reservations: Anais, 718-392-6982 or Anahid 718-263-9325.
May 10-Unveiling of new genocide memorial by Lowell City Hall,
sponsored by the Armenian Genocide Monument Committee of Merrimack
Valley, 10 am, downtown procession, followed by program at City Hall
and reception in St. Ann's Church at noon. Musical interlude by
soloist Sevan Dulgarian. Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, MC.
May 10-`Remembering Zahrad' on the 90th anniversary of his
birth. Sponsored by the Esayan-Getronagan Alumni of New York, 8 pm
at Kalustyan Hall, Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs, Bayside, New
York.
Featuring: Arto Krimian, Dr. Herand Markarian, Zivart Balikjian, Berge
Turabian. Admission is free.
May 11-Mothers Day Brunch organized by the Board of Trustees of
St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn, Michigan, following the Divine
Liturgy. Program will follow. Admission by donation.
May 16-Eastern Prelacy's National Representative Assembly (NRA)
banquet hosted by St. Sarkis Church (Dearborn) at Double Tree Hotel
Banquet Hall, 5801 Southfield Service Drive, Detroit. Cocktails 7 pm;
dinner
8 pm. Ticket donation, $50. For reservations contact the church
office, 313-336-6200 before May 9.
May 21-Benefit for Boston's Armenian Heritage Park, =80=9CChefs Party
for Our Park!' Royal Sonesta Hotel, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 6:30 pm,
with participation of more than 15 of Boston's top chefs. Go to
www.ArmenianHeritagePark.org for information.
May 13-17-Clergy Conference and National Representative Assembly, and
Annual Conference of the National Association of Ladies' Guilds
(NALG) of the Eastern Prelacy, hosted by St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn,
Michigan.
May 18-St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston, New York, Saturday school
year-end hantes, 4 pm.
May 18-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, ARS
Havadk Chapter Bingo Luncheon.
May 24-96th anniversary of Armenian independence sponsored by Lowell
`Aharonian' ARF, 6 pm, St. Gregory Church, 158 Main Street, North
Andover, Massachusetts. Dinner, entertainment, and speaker, Baku
pogrom survivor Anna Turcotte, author of `Nowhere, A story of Exile.'
Admission: $20 adults; $10 students.
May 31-The Armenian Bar Association presents a panel discussion about
`Ongoing Legal Efforts and Challenges to Preserve Armenian Antiquities
and Cultural Property,' at Association of the Bar of the City of New
York, 42 West 44th Street, New York City (between 5th and 6th
Avenues), 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Free admission. For information: Denise
Darmanian [email protected] or 917-848-0968.
May 31-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies' Guild
Cooking Class, `Short Cuts to Armenian Cooking,' 11 am, Homemade
Lahmajoon. $15 for each class; $40 for three classes.
June 1-Ladies Guild Annual Brunch, St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston, New
York.
June 1-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Sunday School
trip to Boston.
June 8-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies' Guild
Hot Dog Social.
June 15-St. Gregory Church, annual Father's Day Picnic, 12
noon to 5 pm on the church grounds at 135 Goodwin Street, Indian
Orchard, Massachusetts. Enjoy many favorite Armenian dinners including
shish kebab and rice pilaf. Baked goods available for
purchase. Raffle, Armenian music and dancing, and activities for
children. Admission and parking are free. For information,
413-543-4763.
June 16-17-St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn, Michigan, Sunday School Teens
Seminar at Colombiere Conference and Retreat Center, Clarkston,
Michigan.
June 23-Holy Trinity Church, Worcester, Massachusetts, 11th Annual
Golf Outing, Sterling National Country Club, Sterling,
Massachusetts. Tee off: 9 am, shotgun start, scramble format. $145 per
person includes: Golf, cart, breakfast, dinner, prizes, raffles, and
chance to win a two-year lease on a 2014 Land Rover with a hole in
one. For information: Kap Kaprielian,
[email protected] or 508-872-9629.
June 24-26-Vacation Bible Camp for preschool (age 4) to 6th grade
students at St. Sarkis Church, Dearborn, Michigan, from 10 am to 2
pm. Religious activities, lessons, crafts, and games. For information:
313-336-6200.
June 28-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies Guild
Cooking Class, `Short Cuts to Armenian Cooking,'
11 am, Mock Manti. $15 for each class; $40 for three classes.
June 29 - July 6, 2014: St. Gregory of Datev Institute Summer Program
for youth ages 13-18 at the St. Mary of Providence Center in Elverson,
Pennsylvania, sponsored by the Prelacy's Armenian Religious Education
Council (AREC). For information, contact the AREC office at
212.689.7810
or at [email protected].
July 14-39th Annual St. Sarkis Golf & Tennis Classic, Meadowbrook
Country Club, Northville, Michigan. $250 donation for golf breakfast,
lunch, and banquet. $125 donation banquet only. Reservations:
313-336-6200.
July 19-`A Hye Summer A Night IX,' sponsored by the Ladies Guild of
Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, and Armenian Relief Society Ani
Chapter, 7 pm to 12 midnight. Dinner Dance at Alpine Country Club,
Pippen Orchard Drive, Cranston, Rhode Island, featuring Hachig
Kazarian,
John Berberian, Ken Kalajian, and Jason Naroian. Dinner-Dance, $50;
dance only after 8:30 pm, $35 (with student ID $25). RSVP before June
30. Call Joyce Yeremian, 401-354-8770, [email protected] or Joyce
Bagdasarian, 401-434-4467, sweetano6aol.com.
July 26-St. Stephen's Church, New Britain, Connecticut, Ladies Guild
Cooking Class, `Short Cuts to Armenian Cooking,'
11 am, Boereg. $15 for each class; $40 for three classes.
August 17-St. Sarkis Church (Dearborn) Grape Blessing Family Fun
Picnic at Kensington Park, Kensington, Michigan. Good food, music,
biking, soccer, dancing, magician, swimming, playscape, kids games,
door prizes, face painting, tavloo tournament and more.
September 18-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey, 12th
Annual Golf Classic, River Vale Country Club, River Vale, New
Jersey. Rain or Shine. 11 am registration and Grilled Lunch Buffet; 1
pm Tee Off. Format: Shotgun Scramble (All player levels welcome). Golf
Outing Reservation: $195; limited to first 128 paid golf
reservations. Reservation includes: Grilled lunch buffet, dinner
banquet, golf, cart, and range balls. Contests and
Prizes. Sponsorships available. For information: 201-943-2950.
October 3-St. Sarkis Armenian Church, Douglaston, New York, Saturday
School Dinner Dance Gala.
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