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PRESS RELEASE
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/
November 6, 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]
PRELATE AND VICAR WILL ATTEND
SYNOD OF BISHOPS IN ETCHMIADZIN
Archbishop Oshagan and Bishop Anoushavan, Prelate and Vicar,
respectively, of the Eastern Prelacy will travel to Etchmiadzin,
Armenia, next week where they will join other bishops of the Armenian
Church from all over the world for a three-day synod that will begin
on Tuesday, November 4. His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, and His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of
the Holy See of Cilicia, will preside.
The bishops met last year in September for the first time in nearly
six centuries, and agreed to meet again in the autumn of 2014. The
bishops will continue their examination of the collective canonization
of the victims of the Armenian Genocide and the holy sacrament of
Baptism and Chrismation. Serving as co-chairs are Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian and Archbishop Oshagan Choloyan; Archbishop Nareg Alemezian
and Archbishop Arshak Kachatryan serve as secretaries.
CENTENNIAL COMMEMORATION IN WASHINGTON
The National Centennial Committee has announced events that will take
place from May 7-9, 2015, in Washington, DC. His Holiness Karekin I
and His Holiness Aram I will preside over the events that are
organized under the patronage of the Diocese and the Prelacy of the
Armenian Apostolic Church.
50th ANNIVERSARY OF SOORP KHATCH CHURCH
Archbishop Oshagan will travel to the Washington, DC area this weekend
where on Sunday he will celebrate the Divine Liturgy and deliver the
sermon at Soorp Khatch Church in Bethesda, Maryland. Following the
Liturgy, His Eminence will preside over the celebration marking the
50th anniversary of the parish.
PRELATE AT ALL SAINTS CHURCH
Last Sunday, Archbishop Oshagan celebrated the Divine Liturgy and
delivered the sermon at All Saints Church in Glenview, Illinois, on
the occasion of the 71st anniversary of the parish. Following the
services His Eminence presided over the anniversary banquet that took
place in the parish's Shahnasarian Hall.
Archbishop Oshagan with deacons and altar servers during the Divine
Liturgy at All Saints Armenian Apostolic Church, Glenview.
Bishop Anoushavan ordains Stephen Sherokey to the diaconate.
VICAR IN SPRINGFIELD LAST WEEKEND
Bishop Anoushavan celebrated the Divine Liturgy and delivered the
sermon at St. Gregory the Illuminator Church, of Springfield & Indian
Orchard, Massachusetts, last Sunday. During the service His Grace
ordained Stephen Michael Sherokey to the diaconate and consecrated an
icon of Saint Sarkis the Warrior. The Vicar presided at the banquet
that followed the liturgical services.
The newly ordained deacon, Stephen Sherokey, graduated from the
University of Balamand's American Program in 2004 with a Master of
Arts in Applied Orthodox Theology. In 2010 he received a Doctor of
Ministry degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. One of his major
interests and studies has been Armenian Orthodoxy. Deacon Stephen will
serve two Prelacy parishes, Holy Cross Church in Troy, New York, and
St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Springfield, Massachusetts.
The Vicar with the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Bedros Shetilian, altar
servers, choir, and members of the community.
BOOK FAIR AT ST. ILLUMINATOR
St. Illuminator Cathedral's annual Book Fair and Lecture will take
place this Sunday, November 9, following the Divine Liturgy in the
Cathedral's John Pashalian Hall, 221 East 27th Street, New York
City. A large selection of Armenian books, CDs and gift items will be
available.
Bishop Anoushavan, Vicar of the Prelacy, will present a lecture on
=80=9CThe Holy Translators and the Survival of St. Ephrem's
Prayerbook.'
ST. ILLUMINATOR'S SISTER COMMUNITY IN ARMENIA
Last Friday evening, Archbishop Oshagan and many parishioners and
friends of St. Illuminator's Cathedral gathered in John Pashalian Hall
for a special dinner and program featuring Ms. Margarita Hakobyan,
Oxfam Armenia's Country Director who spoke about the first joint
project in the Lchkadzor sister community in the Tavush region of
Armenia.
The dinner also honored H.E. Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, the recently
appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations of the
Republic of Armenia, on the occasion of his first visit to the
Cathedral. Rev. Fr. Mesrob Lakissian, pastor of the Cathedral,
welcomed the attendees and thanked all of the donors to the sister
community project. In her presentation, that also included a film,
Ms. Hakobyan introduced the process of launching a green-house
installation in Lchkadzor, and provided details on how each dollar of
the donations raised by St. Illuminator's was
spent. Ms. Hagobyan's visit is the second to New York City to
show how much progress has been made in just one year.
In his comments, Mr. Mnatsakanyan described the operations of
Armenia's Mission to the United Nations, and his vision of
Armenia-Diaspora cooperation. He praised Oxfam for its exceptional
work in Armenia. He thanked the Cathedral for its partnership with
Oxfam on this important initiative.
Archbishop Oshagan expressed his appreciation to Ms. Hakobyan for
Oxfam's professional performance. He noted that although the concept
of sister communities is not new for the Diaspora, the way it is done
through partnership with an internationally known and respected
organization like Oxfam is new and innovative. The Prelate noted that
the funds raised by the Cathedral are matched by Oxfam who assures
accountability, transparency, and visibility. The Prelate expressed
the hope that other parishes in the Eastern Prelacy will follow the
example of the Cathedral.
The event included a performance by the Cathedral's `Huyser' musical
ensemble that delighted the audience. Contributions for the
Cathedral's Lchkadzor sister community project can be sent to the
Cathedral, 221 E. 27th Street, New York, NY 10016. Checks should be
payable to St. Illuminator's Cathedral with `Sister Community' noted
in the memo area.
Margarita Hakobyan, Director of Oxfam Armenia, explains the sister
community project for green-house installations.
A green-house installation in Lchkadzor.
BIBLE READINGS
Bible readings for Sunday, November 9, Ninth Sunday of the Exaltation
of the Holy Cross, are: Isaiah 24:1-13; Ephesians 5:15-33; Luke
8:49-56.
While he was still speaking, someone came from the leader's house to
say, `Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the teacher any longer.'
When Jesus heard this, he replied, `Do not fear. Only believe, and she
will be saved.' When he came to the house, he did not allow anyone to
enter with him, except Peter, John, and James, and the child's father
and mother. They were all weeping and wailing for her; but he said,
`Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping.' And they laughed at
him, knowing that she was dead. But he took her by the hand and called
out, `Child, get up!' Her spirit returned, and she got up at
once. Then he directed them to give her something to eat. Her parents
were astounded; but he ordered them to tell no one what had
happened. (Luke 8:49-56)
For a listing of the coming week's Bible readings click here
(https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/onrfob).
A modern depiction of Archangel Michael.
ARCHANGELS MICHAEL AND GABRIEL
This Saturday, November 8, the Armenian Church commemorates the
Archangels Michael and Gabriel. The word `angel' (hreshdag) means
messenger. Archangel is a title given to an angel of high rank in the
celestial hierarchy.
Michael (Hebrew meaning `Who is like God') is the prince of all
angels and the leader of the celestial armies. He is considered to be
the protector of Christians in general and soldiers in particular, and
the guardian of the orthodox faith and defender against heresies.
Gabriel (Hebrew meaning `Strength of God') is one of God's chief
messengers. He was God's messenger to Daniel to explain his vision
(Dan. 8:16-26) and prophecy (Dan. 9:21-27). He foretold the birth of
John the Baptist and was the messenger announcing the forthcoming
birth of Christ (Luke 1:11-21).
`Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that
some have entertained angels without knowing it.' (Hebrews 13:2)
You who see the unseen One who reveal to mankind the depths of God's
mysteries, you came down with the Only-Begotten to serve his economy
at his birth you were announcers to the Shepherds and to the
myrrh-bearing women; you were proclaimers of the Good News of the life
of the risen one; we beseech you, be our intercessor before the Lord
for the purification of our sins.
Guardians of the world, the Lord's guardians of those who fear God,
friends of the human race, mediators between death and resurrection,
great Michael and Gabriel who stand before the all-Holy Trinity; we
beseech you, be our intercessor before the Lord for the purification
of our sins.
(Canon to the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel and all the Heavenly
Powers, from the Liturgical Canons of the Armenian Church).
NEWS FROM THE CATHOLICOSATE
HIS HOLINESS PRAYS, MEETS YOUTH,
VISITS WITH OFFICIALS IN IRAN
His Holiness Catholicos Aram spent his last weekend in Iran meeting
and praying with members of the Iranian Armenian community. He also
met with Ali Larinjani, chairman of the Parliament of Iran, and
Dr. Abuzar Ibrahimi, director of the Islamic Culture and Relations
Organization.
His Holiness presided over the Liturgy at St. Sarkis Church, met with
the Sts. Vartanantz parish in the Sardarabad area for canonical
prayers, and visited the Armenian schools in Tehran, cultural centers,
and the offices of ALIK, the Armenian daily newspaper, where he met
with the editorial board, representatives of the Armenian Cause
committee, and members of the Central Committee of the ARF.
On Sunday October 26, His Holiness presided over the Holy Liturgy at
St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Tehran. Bishop Sebouh
Sarkissian, Prelate of Tehran, introduced the activities of the
community to His Holiness, who praised the community and emphasized
that faith and good works must go together. Later in the afternoon the
Catholicos met with the youth at the Prelacy of Tehran. After the
young people spoke about their various projects, His Holiness
expressed his confidence in the Armenian youth and in their ability to
face difficult challenges. He urged them to remain attached to
Armenian spiritual and cultural values and to participate in the life
of the community. In the evening the Catholicos was the guest of honor
at a farewell dinner hosted by the Prelacy Council of Tehran. Speaking
on behalf of the Armenian community in Iran, Eduard Papakhanian,
President of the Council, said that His Holiness' visit had
invigorated the community and strengthened their ties with the Holy
See of Cilicia. In his concluding message, the Catholicos said,
`Antelias belongs to the people, and the aim of the Catholicosate is
to respond to the aspirations and needs of Armenians.'
DEIR ZOR MEMORIAL LISTED AS PRICELESS LOSS BY CNN;
WCC CONDEMNS DESTRUCTION OF GENOCIDE MONUMENT
There are two items on the internet today concerning the Armenian
Church and Genocide Memorial at Deir Zor that was recently destroyed.
CNN includes the Genocide Memorial in its list of `The greatest
buildings you'll never see: 19 priceless monuments lost in conflict.'
You can see it here (https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/4fsfob).
The World Council of Churches posted on its web site a `Reflection on
the destruction of the Armenian Church in Deir Zor.' Read it here
(https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/k8sfob).
SYRIAN ARMENIAN COMMUNITY NEEDS OUR HELP MORE THAN EVER
The crisis in Syria requires 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
(https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/00tfob) AND SELECT SYRIAN
ARMENIAN RELIEF IN THE MENU. OR IF YOU PREFER YOU MAY MAIL YOUR
DONATION TO:
Armenian Prelacy
138 E. 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
Checks payable to: Fund for Syrian Armenian Relief
Thank you for your help
THIS WEEK IN ARMENIAN HISTORY
Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee (ANEC)
Inauguration of the National Library of Armenia (November 7, 1922)
The biggest repository of Armenian literature in the world is the
National Library of Armenia, founded in 1921, but officially
inaugurated on November 7, 1922.
The beginning of its history is linked to the foundation of the
library of the Boys Gymnasium of Yerevan, in 1832. (`Gymnasium' was
the name of Russian schools that emphasized strong academic learning,
similar to U.S. preparatory high schools.) During the first
independence of Armenia, this library, with a collection of 18,000
volumes, became the main state library after a decree was passed by
the Council of Ministers of the Republic. The first director of the
library was Stepan Kanayan, between 1919 and 1921. His efforts were
instrumental to collect and buy the libraries of various Armenian
organizations and schools in Tiflis, Baku, Akhaltskha, and Kars, and
transfer them to Yerevan.
Various private and public collections were assembled and became the
basis for what was known, during the Soviet period, as the Yerevan
Public Library. Alexander Miasnikian, chairman of the Soviet of
Popular Commissars (Council of Ministers) from 1921-1925, was
instrumental in its foundation and initial growth. After his death in
an airplane accident in 1925, the library was named after him and
maintained that name until 1990 when it became the National Library of
Armenia. Since 1999, July 4 is celebrated as day of the National
Library of Armenia.
The library has four buildings. The oldest is the main building
designed by architect Alexander Tamanian (1868-1936), who designed the
master plan of Yerevan, and finished in 1939.
The number of daily visitors to the library is about 900. An annual
average of 1.5 million pieces is delivered to library users. The
library collection encompassed more than 6.3 million units as of
January 1, 2014, including books, journals, newspapers, maps, posters,
dissertations, musical notes, postcards, stamps, calendars, ex libris,
banknotes, audiovisual and electronic supports (CDs, DVDs),
etcetera. The library has the first printed book in Armenian,
Urbatagirk (Venice, 1512); the first newspaper in Armenian, Azdarar
(Madras, 1794); and the first map printed in Armenian,
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Amsterdam, 1695). Its current director is Tigran Zargaryan.
Previous entries in `This Week in Armenian History' can be read on
the Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org).
FROM THE BOOKSTORE
The Prelacy 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.
My Father's Journal: A Soliloquy
By Toros Ari Gochigian
Translated by Aris Sevag
Although technically this is not the story of a survivor, since its
author had left his native village of Odour in Western Armenia in 1913
and was living in the United States when the Armenian Genocide
began. However, he suffered the loss of his wife, two children, and
many members of his family. The book reflects the vicissitudes he
experienced through an eclectic mix of autobiography, letters from
home, soliloquies, dreams, reminiscences, poems, and lamentations.
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To order these books or for information contact the Armenian Prelacy
Bookstore by email ([email protected]) or by phone
(212-689-7810).
ARMENIAN LANGUAGE CORNER
Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee (ANEC)
Money, Money, Money...
Before the European Union officially introduced the euro as currency
in 1999 and Greece adopted it in 2001-2002, it had its own currency,
called drachma, with a very long history. It had been used by many
Greek city-states between the second and the first millennium B.C.,
including the Classical period; then it was used in the Hellenistic
period and finally under Roman domination. Greece obtained its
independence in 1830 from the Ottoman Empire, and two years later, the
drachma was restored as the official currency.
The drachma was also a weight unit, first equivalent to 66.5 grains,
and then approximately to one gram. It is likely that this quantity
was first used as monetary unit before metals were adopted; the word
δÏ=81αÏ=87μή (drakhmḠ- ) was derived from
δÏ=81άÏ=83Ï=83ομαι (drássomai, `to grasp, seize') and
originally may have meant `fistful.'
The Greek word was loaned by the Iranian languages, and thus we have
words like Persian diram, Pahlavi dram (`a small weight; money') ,
and Kurdish diraw (`money'). On its way, it lost the middle sound kh
(an aspirated h) and the final e. And yes, we also have Armenian
Õ¤Ö=80Õ¡Õ´ (Classical/Eastern Armenian dram; Western Armenian tram),
which most probably came from Middle Persian or, otherwise, had a
similar bumpy road of lost sounds from Greek drakhmḠ- . In any case,
the word was already mentioned in the Armenian translation of the
Bible (before the first half of the fifth century A.D.).
The word dram was already used as a monetary unit during the time of
the Armenian kingdom of Cilicia, particularly in the 13th and 14th
centuries, and the second republic of Armenia adopted the dram as the
name of its own currency in November 1993.
However, you should not be confused in the streets of Yerevan:
although Modern Armenian uses the word dram in both Western and
Eastern Armenian, for instance for the word tghtatram
(Õ©Õ²Õ©Õ¡Õ¤Ö=80Õ¡Õ´ `banknote'), in Eastern Armenian the word pogh
(Ö=83Õ¸Õ²) is used in colloquial language with the meaning of
=80=9Cmoney.' This word, which was also utilized in Cilician times
as a monetary unit, comes from Persian pul (`small coin').
Previous entries in `The Armenian Language Corner' can be read on the
Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org).
11-11-11
Tuesday, November 11, is Veteran's Day, formerly called Armistice Day
marking the end of what was then called the Great War, subsequently
known as World War I. The Armistice between the Allies and Germany was
signed at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month of 1918 at
Compiegne, France. Veterans Day in the United States now honors all
American veterans, living and dead.
Please pause this Tuesday and remember those who made the ultimate
sacrifice, and pray for the safety of all of our service men and women
serving around the world.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 7-8-9-Rouben Mamoulian Film Festival, 7 pm, at the Museum of
the Moving Image in Astoria, New York. Sponsored by the Anthropology
Museum of the People of New York, the Armenian Cultural Educational
Resource Center Gallery at Queens College, and The Museum of the
Moving Image. Opening night and reception will feature Love Me
Tonight, the 1932 musical comedy film produced and directed by
Mamoulian, with music by Rodgers and Hart, starring Jeanette MacDonald
and Maurice Chevalier. For tickets and information:
[email protected] or 718-428-5650.
November 7 & 8-St. Stephen's Church, Watertown, Massachusetts, 58th
Armenian Bazaar, 10 am to 9:30 pm at Armenian Cultural & Educational
Center, 47 Nichols Avenue, Watertown, Massachusetts. Meals served from
11:30 am to 8:30 pm (take out is available). Enjoy delicious meals,
Armenian pastries, gourmet items, arts and crafts, books, raffles,
attic treasures. For information: 617-924-7562.
November 8-ARF Day Celebration, hosted by the New York Armen Garo
Gomideh. Dinner followed by patriotic songs by Karnig
Sarkissian. Guest speaker, Vicken Hovsepian, Central Committee Western
Region, at Armenian Center, 69-23 47th Avenue, Woodside, New York, at
8 pm. For reservations/info: 718-651-4687.
November 9-St. Illuminator's Cathedral, 221 East 27th Street, New York
City, 1 pm, Armenian Cultural Month, `The Holy Translators and the
Survival of St. Ephrem's Prayerbook,' presented by Bishop Anoushavan
Tanielian. Book Fair with hundreds of Armenian books, CDEs and gift
items at reasonable prices.
November 14-Lecture by Hagop Balian, `Boghos Snabian (1927-2014),
Armenian Center, Woodside, New York, 8 pm. Organized by
St. Illuminator's Cathedral and Hamazkayin of New York.
November 14-15-Holy Trinity Church, Worcester, Massachusetts, Annual
Fall Fest. Friday, 4 to 8 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. Shish, chicken,
losh kebab and kheyma dinners. Home made pastries and special
desserts. For information: 508-852-2414.
November 15 &16-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island,
Armenian Fest 2014 at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet, Broad Street, Cranston,
Rhode Island. Largest indoor festival in Rhode Island. Delicious
shish and losh kebob, chicken and kufta dinners and Armenian pastry
available all day. Live dance music. The Mourad Armenian School and
Providence Hamazkayin dance groups will perform on Saturday and Sunday
at 5 pm. Hourly raffles, silent auction, country store, gift baskets,
flea-market, arts and crafts. Main raffle prizes worth total
$2,700. Fun for all ages. Free admission, parking and valet. For
information: 401-831-6399 or www.stsvartanantzchurch.org.
November 20-`Reflections,' CD release concert, music by Karen
Hakobyan, at Louis K. Meisel Gallery, 141 Prince Street, New York
City; Wine & Refreshments 7 pm to 8 pm; music and wine, 8 pm to 9:30
pm. For information and tickets contact [email protected].
November 21, 22, 23-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey,
Annual Bazaar, Food Festival, and Hantes. Mezze and Kebab dinners
(chicken, shish, luleh); dessert table and trays of home-made
delicacies; Boutique Booths; Chinese Auction; Supervised Game Room for
children; Pre-packaged Monte, Sou Buereg, Kufteh, and Lehmejun;
Take-out available; Live Music for dancing and listening. Traditional
Kavourma dinner on Sunday served immediately after church service. For
information: 201-943-2950.
November 23-Thanksgiving Luncheon, St. Illuminator's Cathedral, New
York City, John Pashalian Hall, Featuring St. Illuminator's Huyser
Music Ensemble. Admission: $30. Reservations: email
([email protected]) or phone (212-689-5880).
December 6-Armenian Winter Dessert Festival, Soorp Khatch Church,
Bethesda, Maryland.
December 6-Lowell Gomideh anniversary celebration, 6 pm, at
St. Gregory Church, 158 Main Street, North Andover,
Massachusetts. Dinner, entertainment, program, speaker: David
Boyajian, `The Survival of Armenia: Dangers and
Opportunities. Admission: $20 adults; $10 students. For information:
[email protected] or 978-373-1654.
December 6-St. Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts,
Annual Bazaar at Christian Reform Church, Whitinsville, 10 am to 5 pm.
December 7-Ladies Guild of St. Stephen's Church of New Britain and
Hartford, Connecticut, will host a Wine Tasting Party at noon in the
church hall, 167 Tremont Street, New Britain. A wine talk, tasting,
and Armenian food pairing will be provided by Taylor Brooke Winery,
Woodstock, Connecticut, owned by Linda Varjabedian Auger. For
information: 860-229-8322.
December 7-8th Annual ANC Eastern Region Banquet, Ritz-Carlton Battery
Park, NY. Freedom Award Honoree: former Manhattan District Attorney
Robert Morgenthau and the Morgenthau family; Vahan Cardashian Award
Honoree: ANCA activist Alice Movsesian. Tickets are $250.
For reservations and information, please visit www.anca.org/erbanquet
or 917.428.1918.
December 12-Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) 11th Annual Holiday Gala,
Cipriani 42nd Street, New York City. Cocktails and Silent Auction, 7
pm; Dinner & Program, 8 pm; Dancing & After Party, 10 pm. For tickets
and information www.coafkids.org or 212-994-8234.
December 13-St. Gregory Church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, =80=9CA
2014 Christmas Celebration' at 7pm in the Sanctuary. Usher in the
Christmas season with family and friends. Featuring master organist,
Ara Eloian, group caroling in Armenian and English. Reception
following in Terhanian Hall. Admission is Free. RSVP to church office
215-482-9200.
February 9-11, 2015-Ghevontiantz gathering of clergy serving the
Eastern Prelacy.
March 13-15, 2015-`Responsibility 2015,' International conference for
Armenian Genocide's centennial at Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York,
featuring prominent historians, policymakers, authors, and
artists. Organized by the ARF Eastern US Centennial Committee, under
the auspices of the Armenian Genocide Centennial Committee of America,
Eastern Region. www.responsibility2015.com for information.
March 20, 2015-Musical Armenia, presented by Eastern Prelacy and
Prelacy Ladies Guild, Weill Recital Hall, 8 pm, Carnegie Hall, New
York City.
October 5-9, 2015-Clergy gathering of Eastern, Western, and Canadian
Prelacies.
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site.
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PRESS RELEASE
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/
November 6, 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]
PRELATE AND VICAR WILL ATTEND
SYNOD OF BISHOPS IN ETCHMIADZIN
Archbishop Oshagan and Bishop Anoushavan, Prelate and Vicar,
respectively, of the Eastern Prelacy will travel to Etchmiadzin,
Armenia, next week where they will join other bishops of the Armenian
Church from all over the world for a three-day synod that will begin
on Tuesday, November 4. His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, and His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of
the Holy See of Cilicia, will preside.
The bishops met last year in September for the first time in nearly
six centuries, and agreed to meet again in the autumn of 2014. The
bishops will continue their examination of the collective canonization
of the victims of the Armenian Genocide and the holy sacrament of
Baptism and Chrismation. Serving as co-chairs are Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian and Archbishop Oshagan Choloyan; Archbishop Nareg Alemezian
and Archbishop Arshak Kachatryan serve as secretaries.
CENTENNIAL COMMEMORATION IN WASHINGTON
The National Centennial Committee has announced events that will take
place from May 7-9, 2015, in Washington, DC. His Holiness Karekin I
and His Holiness Aram I will preside over the events that are
organized under the patronage of the Diocese and the Prelacy of the
Armenian Apostolic Church.
50th ANNIVERSARY OF SOORP KHATCH CHURCH
Archbishop Oshagan will travel to the Washington, DC area this weekend
where on Sunday he will celebrate the Divine Liturgy and deliver the
sermon at Soorp Khatch Church in Bethesda, Maryland. Following the
Liturgy, His Eminence will preside over the celebration marking the
50th anniversary of the parish.
PRELATE AT ALL SAINTS CHURCH
Last Sunday, Archbishop Oshagan celebrated the Divine Liturgy and
delivered the sermon at All Saints Church in Glenview, Illinois, on
the occasion of the 71st anniversary of the parish. Following the
services His Eminence presided over the anniversary banquet that took
place in the parish's Shahnasarian Hall.
Archbishop Oshagan with deacons and altar servers during the Divine
Liturgy at All Saints Armenian Apostolic Church, Glenview.
Bishop Anoushavan ordains Stephen Sherokey to the diaconate.
VICAR IN SPRINGFIELD LAST WEEKEND
Bishop Anoushavan celebrated the Divine Liturgy and delivered the
sermon at St. Gregory the Illuminator Church, of Springfield & Indian
Orchard, Massachusetts, last Sunday. During the service His Grace
ordained Stephen Michael Sherokey to the diaconate and consecrated an
icon of Saint Sarkis the Warrior. The Vicar presided at the banquet
that followed the liturgical services.
The newly ordained deacon, Stephen Sherokey, graduated from the
University of Balamand's American Program in 2004 with a Master of
Arts in Applied Orthodox Theology. In 2010 he received a Doctor of
Ministry degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. One of his major
interests and studies has been Armenian Orthodoxy. Deacon Stephen will
serve two Prelacy parishes, Holy Cross Church in Troy, New York, and
St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Springfield, Massachusetts.
The Vicar with the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Bedros Shetilian, altar
servers, choir, and members of the community.
BOOK FAIR AT ST. ILLUMINATOR
St. Illuminator Cathedral's annual Book Fair and Lecture will take
place this Sunday, November 9, following the Divine Liturgy in the
Cathedral's John Pashalian Hall, 221 East 27th Street, New York
City. A large selection of Armenian books, CDs and gift items will be
available.
Bishop Anoushavan, Vicar of the Prelacy, will present a lecture on
=80=9CThe Holy Translators and the Survival of St. Ephrem's
Prayerbook.'
ST. ILLUMINATOR'S SISTER COMMUNITY IN ARMENIA
Last Friday evening, Archbishop Oshagan and many parishioners and
friends of St. Illuminator's Cathedral gathered in John Pashalian Hall
for a special dinner and program featuring Ms. Margarita Hakobyan,
Oxfam Armenia's Country Director who spoke about the first joint
project in the Lchkadzor sister community in the Tavush region of
Armenia.
The dinner also honored H.E. Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, the recently
appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations of the
Republic of Armenia, on the occasion of his first visit to the
Cathedral. Rev. Fr. Mesrob Lakissian, pastor of the Cathedral,
welcomed the attendees and thanked all of the donors to the sister
community project. In her presentation, that also included a film,
Ms. Hakobyan introduced the process of launching a green-house
installation in Lchkadzor, and provided details on how each dollar of
the donations raised by St. Illuminator's was
spent. Ms. Hagobyan's visit is the second to New York City to
show how much progress has been made in just one year.
In his comments, Mr. Mnatsakanyan described the operations of
Armenia's Mission to the United Nations, and his vision of
Armenia-Diaspora cooperation. He praised Oxfam for its exceptional
work in Armenia. He thanked the Cathedral for its partnership with
Oxfam on this important initiative.
Archbishop Oshagan expressed his appreciation to Ms. Hakobyan for
Oxfam's professional performance. He noted that although the concept
of sister communities is not new for the Diaspora, the way it is done
through partnership with an internationally known and respected
organization like Oxfam is new and innovative. The Prelate noted that
the funds raised by the Cathedral are matched by Oxfam who assures
accountability, transparency, and visibility. The Prelate expressed
the hope that other parishes in the Eastern Prelacy will follow the
example of the Cathedral.
The event included a performance by the Cathedral's `Huyser' musical
ensemble that delighted the audience. Contributions for the
Cathedral's Lchkadzor sister community project can be sent to the
Cathedral, 221 E. 27th Street, New York, NY 10016. Checks should be
payable to St. Illuminator's Cathedral with `Sister Community' noted
in the memo area.
Margarita Hakobyan, Director of Oxfam Armenia, explains the sister
community project for green-house installations.
A green-house installation in Lchkadzor.
BIBLE READINGS
Bible readings for Sunday, November 9, Ninth Sunday of the Exaltation
of the Holy Cross, are: Isaiah 24:1-13; Ephesians 5:15-33; Luke
8:49-56.
While he was still speaking, someone came from the leader's house to
say, `Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the teacher any longer.'
When Jesus heard this, he replied, `Do not fear. Only believe, and she
will be saved.' When he came to the house, he did not allow anyone to
enter with him, except Peter, John, and James, and the child's father
and mother. They were all weeping and wailing for her; but he said,
`Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping.' And they laughed at
him, knowing that she was dead. But he took her by the hand and called
out, `Child, get up!' Her spirit returned, and she got up at
once. Then he directed them to give her something to eat. Her parents
were astounded; but he ordered them to tell no one what had
happened. (Luke 8:49-56)
For a listing of the coming week's Bible readings click here
(https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/onrfob).
A modern depiction of Archangel Michael.
ARCHANGELS MICHAEL AND GABRIEL
This Saturday, November 8, the Armenian Church commemorates the
Archangels Michael and Gabriel. The word `angel' (hreshdag) means
messenger. Archangel is a title given to an angel of high rank in the
celestial hierarchy.
Michael (Hebrew meaning `Who is like God') is the prince of all
angels and the leader of the celestial armies. He is considered to be
the protector of Christians in general and soldiers in particular, and
the guardian of the orthodox faith and defender against heresies.
Gabriel (Hebrew meaning `Strength of God') is one of God's chief
messengers. He was God's messenger to Daniel to explain his vision
(Dan. 8:16-26) and prophecy (Dan. 9:21-27). He foretold the birth of
John the Baptist and was the messenger announcing the forthcoming
birth of Christ (Luke 1:11-21).
`Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that
some have entertained angels without knowing it.' (Hebrews 13:2)
You who see the unseen One who reveal to mankind the depths of God's
mysteries, you came down with the Only-Begotten to serve his economy
at his birth you were announcers to the Shepherds and to the
myrrh-bearing women; you were proclaimers of the Good News of the life
of the risen one; we beseech you, be our intercessor before the Lord
for the purification of our sins.
Guardians of the world, the Lord's guardians of those who fear God,
friends of the human race, mediators between death and resurrection,
great Michael and Gabriel who stand before the all-Holy Trinity; we
beseech you, be our intercessor before the Lord for the purification
of our sins.
(Canon to the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel and all the Heavenly
Powers, from the Liturgical Canons of the Armenian Church).
NEWS FROM THE CATHOLICOSATE
HIS HOLINESS PRAYS, MEETS YOUTH,
VISITS WITH OFFICIALS IN IRAN
His Holiness Catholicos Aram spent his last weekend in Iran meeting
and praying with members of the Iranian Armenian community. He also
met with Ali Larinjani, chairman of the Parliament of Iran, and
Dr. Abuzar Ibrahimi, director of the Islamic Culture and Relations
Organization.
His Holiness presided over the Liturgy at St. Sarkis Church, met with
the Sts. Vartanantz parish in the Sardarabad area for canonical
prayers, and visited the Armenian schools in Tehran, cultural centers,
and the offices of ALIK, the Armenian daily newspaper, where he met
with the editorial board, representatives of the Armenian Cause
committee, and members of the Central Committee of the ARF.
On Sunday October 26, His Holiness presided over the Holy Liturgy at
St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Tehran. Bishop Sebouh
Sarkissian, Prelate of Tehran, introduced the activities of the
community to His Holiness, who praised the community and emphasized
that faith and good works must go together. Later in the afternoon the
Catholicos met with the youth at the Prelacy of Tehran. After the
young people spoke about their various projects, His Holiness
expressed his confidence in the Armenian youth and in their ability to
face difficult challenges. He urged them to remain attached to
Armenian spiritual and cultural values and to participate in the life
of the community. In the evening the Catholicos was the guest of honor
at a farewell dinner hosted by the Prelacy Council of Tehran. Speaking
on behalf of the Armenian community in Iran, Eduard Papakhanian,
President of the Council, said that His Holiness' visit had
invigorated the community and strengthened their ties with the Holy
See of Cilicia. In his concluding message, the Catholicos said,
`Antelias belongs to the people, and the aim of the Catholicosate is
to respond to the aspirations and needs of Armenians.'
DEIR ZOR MEMORIAL LISTED AS PRICELESS LOSS BY CNN;
WCC CONDEMNS DESTRUCTION OF GENOCIDE MONUMENT
There are two items on the internet today concerning the Armenian
Church and Genocide Memorial at Deir Zor that was recently destroyed.
CNN includes the Genocide Memorial in its list of `The greatest
buildings you'll never see: 19 priceless monuments lost in conflict.'
You can see it here (https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/4fsfob).
The World Council of Churches posted on its web site a `Reflection on
the destruction of the Armenian Church in Deir Zor.' Read it here
(https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/k8sfob).
SYRIAN ARMENIAN COMMUNITY NEEDS OUR HELP MORE THAN EVER
The crisis in Syria requires 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
(https://t.e2ma.net/click/o72pf/4f4cee/00tfob) AND SELECT SYRIAN
ARMENIAN RELIEF IN THE MENU. OR IF YOU PREFER YOU MAY MAIL YOUR
DONATION TO:
Armenian Prelacy
138 E. 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
Checks payable to: Fund for Syrian Armenian Relief
Thank you for your help
THIS WEEK IN ARMENIAN HISTORY
Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee (ANEC)
Inauguration of the National Library of Armenia (November 7, 1922)
The biggest repository of Armenian literature in the world is the
National Library of Armenia, founded in 1921, but officially
inaugurated on November 7, 1922.
The beginning of its history is linked to the foundation of the
library of the Boys Gymnasium of Yerevan, in 1832. (`Gymnasium' was
the name of Russian schools that emphasized strong academic learning,
similar to U.S. preparatory high schools.) During the first
independence of Armenia, this library, with a collection of 18,000
volumes, became the main state library after a decree was passed by
the Council of Ministers of the Republic. The first director of the
library was Stepan Kanayan, between 1919 and 1921. His efforts were
instrumental to collect and buy the libraries of various Armenian
organizations and schools in Tiflis, Baku, Akhaltskha, and Kars, and
transfer them to Yerevan.
Various private and public collections were assembled and became the
basis for what was known, during the Soviet period, as the Yerevan
Public Library. Alexander Miasnikian, chairman of the Soviet of
Popular Commissars (Council of Ministers) from 1921-1925, was
instrumental in its foundation and initial growth. After his death in
an airplane accident in 1925, the library was named after him and
maintained that name until 1990 when it became the National Library of
Armenia. Since 1999, July 4 is celebrated as day of the National
Library of Armenia.
The library has four buildings. The oldest is the main building
designed by architect Alexander Tamanian (1868-1936), who designed the
master plan of Yerevan, and finished in 1939.
The number of daily visitors to the library is about 900. An annual
average of 1.5 million pieces is delivered to library users. The
library collection encompassed more than 6.3 million units as of
January 1, 2014, including books, journals, newspapers, maps, posters,
dissertations, musical notes, postcards, stamps, calendars, ex libris,
banknotes, audiovisual and electronic supports (CDs, DVDs),
etcetera. The library has the first printed book in Armenian,
Urbatagirk (Venice, 1512); the first newspaper in Armenian, Azdarar
(Madras, 1794); and the first map printed in Armenian,
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Amsterdam, 1695). Its current director is Tigran Zargaryan.
Previous entries in `This Week in Armenian History' can be read on
the Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org).
FROM THE BOOKSTORE
The Prelacy 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.
My Father's Journal: A Soliloquy
By Toros Ari Gochigian
Translated by Aris Sevag
Although technically this is not the story of a survivor, since its
author had left his native village of Odour in Western Armenia in 1913
and was living in the United States when the Armenian Genocide
began. However, he suffered the loss of his wife, two children, and
many members of his family. The book reflects the vicissitudes he
experienced through an eclectic mix of autobiography, letters from
home, soliloquies, dreams, reminiscences, poems, and lamentations.
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To order these books or for information contact the Armenian Prelacy
Bookstore by email ([email protected]) or by phone
(212-689-7810).
ARMENIAN LANGUAGE CORNER
Prepared by the Armenian National Education Committee (ANEC)
Money, Money, Money...
Before the European Union officially introduced the euro as currency
in 1999 and Greece adopted it in 2001-2002, it had its own currency,
called drachma, with a very long history. It had been used by many
Greek city-states between the second and the first millennium B.C.,
including the Classical period; then it was used in the Hellenistic
period and finally under Roman domination. Greece obtained its
independence in 1830 from the Ottoman Empire, and two years later, the
drachma was restored as the official currency.
The drachma was also a weight unit, first equivalent to 66.5 grains,
and then approximately to one gram. It is likely that this quantity
was first used as monetary unit before metals were adopted; the word
δÏ=81αÏ=87μή (drakhmḠ- ) was derived from
δÏ=81άÏ=83Ï=83ομαι (drássomai, `to grasp, seize') and
originally may have meant `fistful.'
The Greek word was loaned by the Iranian languages, and thus we have
words like Persian diram, Pahlavi dram (`a small weight; money') ,
and Kurdish diraw (`money'). On its way, it lost the middle sound kh
(an aspirated h) and the final e. And yes, we also have Armenian
Õ¤Ö=80Õ¡Õ´ (Classical/Eastern Armenian dram; Western Armenian tram),
which most probably came from Middle Persian or, otherwise, had a
similar bumpy road of lost sounds from Greek drakhmḠ- . In any case,
the word was already mentioned in the Armenian translation of the
Bible (before the first half of the fifth century A.D.).
The word dram was already used as a monetary unit during the time of
the Armenian kingdom of Cilicia, particularly in the 13th and 14th
centuries, and the second republic of Armenia adopted the dram as the
name of its own currency in November 1993.
However, you should not be confused in the streets of Yerevan:
although Modern Armenian uses the word dram in both Western and
Eastern Armenian, for instance for the word tghtatram
(Õ©Õ²Õ©Õ¡Õ¤Ö=80Õ¡Õ´ `banknote'), in Eastern Armenian the word pogh
(Ö=83Õ¸Õ²) is used in colloquial language with the meaning of
=80=9Cmoney.' This word, which was also utilized in Cilician times
as a monetary unit, comes from Persian pul (`small coin').
Previous entries in `The Armenian Language Corner' can be read on the
Prelacy's web site (www.armenianprelacy.org).
11-11-11
Tuesday, November 11, is Veteran's Day, formerly called Armistice Day
marking the end of what was then called the Great War, subsequently
known as World War I. The Armistice between the Allies and Germany was
signed at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month of 1918 at
Compiegne, France. Veterans Day in the United States now honors all
American veterans, living and dead.
Please pause this Tuesday and remember those who made the ultimate
sacrifice, and pray for the safety of all of our service men and women
serving around the world.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 7-8-9-Rouben Mamoulian Film Festival, 7 pm, at the Museum of
the Moving Image in Astoria, New York. Sponsored by the Anthropology
Museum of the People of New York, the Armenian Cultural Educational
Resource Center Gallery at Queens College, and The Museum of the
Moving Image. Opening night and reception will feature Love Me
Tonight, the 1932 musical comedy film produced and directed by
Mamoulian, with music by Rodgers and Hart, starring Jeanette MacDonald
and Maurice Chevalier. For tickets and information:
[email protected] or 718-428-5650.
November 7 & 8-St. Stephen's Church, Watertown, Massachusetts, 58th
Armenian Bazaar, 10 am to 9:30 pm at Armenian Cultural & Educational
Center, 47 Nichols Avenue, Watertown, Massachusetts. Meals served from
11:30 am to 8:30 pm (take out is available). Enjoy delicious meals,
Armenian pastries, gourmet items, arts and crafts, books, raffles,
attic treasures. For information: 617-924-7562.
November 8-ARF Day Celebration, hosted by the New York Armen Garo
Gomideh. Dinner followed by patriotic songs by Karnig
Sarkissian. Guest speaker, Vicken Hovsepian, Central Committee Western
Region, at Armenian Center, 69-23 47th Avenue, Woodside, New York, at
8 pm. For reservations/info: 718-651-4687.
November 9-St. Illuminator's Cathedral, 221 East 27th Street, New York
City, 1 pm, Armenian Cultural Month, `The Holy Translators and the
Survival of St. Ephrem's Prayerbook,' presented by Bishop Anoushavan
Tanielian. Book Fair with hundreds of Armenian books, CDEs and gift
items at reasonable prices.
November 14-Lecture by Hagop Balian, `Boghos Snabian (1927-2014),
Armenian Center, Woodside, New York, 8 pm. Organized by
St. Illuminator's Cathedral and Hamazkayin of New York.
November 14-15-Holy Trinity Church, Worcester, Massachusetts, Annual
Fall Fest. Friday, 4 to 8 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. Shish, chicken,
losh kebab and kheyma dinners. Home made pastries and special
desserts. For information: 508-852-2414.
November 15 &16-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island,
Armenian Fest 2014 at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet, Broad Street, Cranston,
Rhode Island. Largest indoor festival in Rhode Island. Delicious
shish and losh kebob, chicken and kufta dinners and Armenian pastry
available all day. Live dance music. The Mourad Armenian School and
Providence Hamazkayin dance groups will perform on Saturday and Sunday
at 5 pm. Hourly raffles, silent auction, country store, gift baskets,
flea-market, arts and crafts. Main raffle prizes worth total
$2,700. Fun for all ages. Free admission, parking and valet. For
information: 401-831-6399 or www.stsvartanantzchurch.org.
November 20-`Reflections,' CD release concert, music by Karen
Hakobyan, at Louis K. Meisel Gallery, 141 Prince Street, New York
City; Wine & Refreshments 7 pm to 8 pm; music and wine, 8 pm to 9:30
pm. For information and tickets contact [email protected].
November 21, 22, 23-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey,
Annual Bazaar, Food Festival, and Hantes. Mezze and Kebab dinners
(chicken, shish, luleh); dessert table and trays of home-made
delicacies; Boutique Booths; Chinese Auction; Supervised Game Room for
children; Pre-packaged Monte, Sou Buereg, Kufteh, and Lehmejun;
Take-out available; Live Music for dancing and listening. Traditional
Kavourma dinner on Sunday served immediately after church service. For
information: 201-943-2950.
November 23-Thanksgiving Luncheon, St. Illuminator's Cathedral, New
York City, John Pashalian Hall, Featuring St. Illuminator's Huyser
Music Ensemble. Admission: $30. Reservations: email
([email protected]) or phone (212-689-5880).
December 6-Armenian Winter Dessert Festival, Soorp Khatch Church,
Bethesda, Maryland.
December 6-Lowell Gomideh anniversary celebration, 6 pm, at
St. Gregory Church, 158 Main Street, North Andover,
Massachusetts. Dinner, entertainment, program, speaker: David
Boyajian, `The Survival of Armenia: Dangers and
Opportunities. Admission: $20 adults; $10 students. For information:
[email protected] or 978-373-1654.
December 6-St. Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts,
Annual Bazaar at Christian Reform Church, Whitinsville, 10 am to 5 pm.
December 7-Ladies Guild of St. Stephen's Church of New Britain and
Hartford, Connecticut, will host a Wine Tasting Party at noon in the
church hall, 167 Tremont Street, New Britain. A wine talk, tasting,
and Armenian food pairing will be provided by Taylor Brooke Winery,
Woodstock, Connecticut, owned by Linda Varjabedian Auger. For
information: 860-229-8322.
December 7-8th Annual ANC Eastern Region Banquet, Ritz-Carlton Battery
Park, NY. Freedom Award Honoree: former Manhattan District Attorney
Robert Morgenthau and the Morgenthau family; Vahan Cardashian Award
Honoree: ANCA activist Alice Movsesian. Tickets are $250.
For reservations and information, please visit www.anca.org/erbanquet
or 917.428.1918.
December 12-Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) 11th Annual Holiday Gala,
Cipriani 42nd Street, New York City. Cocktails and Silent Auction, 7
pm; Dinner & Program, 8 pm; Dancing & After Party, 10 pm. For tickets
and information www.coafkids.org or 212-994-8234.
December 13-St. Gregory Church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, =80=9CA
2014 Christmas Celebration' at 7pm in the Sanctuary. Usher in the
Christmas season with family and friends. Featuring master organist,
Ara Eloian, group caroling in Armenian and English. Reception
following in Terhanian Hall. Admission is Free. RSVP to church office
215-482-9200.
February 9-11, 2015-Ghevontiantz gathering of clergy serving the
Eastern Prelacy.
March 13-15, 2015-`Responsibility 2015,' International conference for
Armenian Genocide's centennial at Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York,
featuring prominent historians, policymakers, authors, and
artists. Organized by the ARF Eastern US Centennial Committee, under
the auspices of the Armenian Genocide Centennial Committee of America,
Eastern Region. www.responsibility2015.com for information.
March 20, 2015-Musical Armenia, presented by Eastern Prelacy and
Prelacy Ladies Guild, Weill Recital Hall, 8 pm, Carnegie Hall, New
York City.
October 5-9, 2015-Clergy gathering of Eastern, Western, and Canadian
Prelacies.
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