E-Sunday Bulletin of St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church
38-65 234th. St. Douglaston, NY, 11363
Sunday: 05/20/2018
ՀՈԳԵԳԱԼՈՒՍՏ - PENTECOST
Sunday Readings:
Acts 2:1-21; John 14:25-31
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Join us in worship this Sunday
Morning Service 10:00 AM
Divine Liturgy 10:45 AM - Sermon 11:45 AM
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Մասնակցեցէք Ս. Պատարագին
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Առաւօտեան Ժամերգութիւն 10։00
Ս. Պատարագ 10։45- Քարոզ 11։45
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News From St. Sarkis Church
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Լուրեր Ս. Սարգիս Եկեղեցիէն
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Meet St. Sarkis Church Board Of Trustees Members
 Dr. Aram Cazazian, Chairman,
Mr. Krikor Nercessian, Vice Chairman,
Mrs. Alina Kochoumian, Secretary,
Mrs. Sonya Nenejian, Treasurer,
Mr. Harry Seoylemezian, Advisor,
Dr. Louiza Kubikian, Advisor (absent),
Mr. Ruben Daglyan, Advisor
Mrs. Amy Gostanian, Advisor,
Mr. Michael Gostanian, Advisor,
Mrs. Nayda Voskerijian, Advisor,
Mr. George Tavitian, Advisor
Mrs. Nathalie Meneshian, Alternate and Fr. Nareg Terterian, Pastor.
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| Medz Mama's Kitchen Night in a nutshell written by Katia Tavitian |
Last Saturday night marked the kickoff of a new series of events at Saint Sarkis Church, "Medz Mama's Kitchen", and I had the honor and the privilege to be part of it.
The Main Hall and the kitchen at our church were like a beehive, swarming with enthusiastic volunteers, who were setting up tables, decorating, displaying, cooking, baking and plating... The outcome was what one might best describe it as a "Feast", or even a "Banquet"...
That night was a tribute to all the Medz Mamas, those of blessed memory who are no longer with us, as well as to those who are still blessing our kitchens, our homes and our existence...
It was a night to remember... We all took a trip back in time and enjoyed a nostalgic tour. We visited, remembered and relived the "good old days", the days where families gathered at Medz Mama's house and enjoyed a home-cooked meal together...
And as the old adage goes: " A family who prays together, stays together", our Saint Sarkis Family not only prayed together that night, we also savored Medz Mama's delicious food together, sang beautiful songs from the Armenian Folklore together, songs we hope we can preserve and pass down to generations and generations, laughed , clapped, rejoiced and at the request of our Der Hayr, performed both the Armenian and the Lebanese National Anthems together!
An array of traditional dishes from the Lebanese Cuisine was prepared and ultimately enjoyed by all the attendees that night. Samkeh Harra (Spicy Fish), Kibbeh (Sinet Kufteh),Lemon Chicken and Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Fattoush Salad, Tabbouleh, Spinach, kishik and Zaatar pies, Pasta ( for kids) and more..., as well as a variety of delicious Lebanese Sweets... Jellab with pine nuts (Lebanese cold beverage), and wine were also served...
All in all, everything was beyond all expectations. The hall was packed... Nearly 110 adults and more than 50 kids filled it with joy and laughter. The kids that night were as busy as popcorn on a skillet, eating , chitchatting, playing board games and Ping Pong... It was definitely a memorable night by all means ad on all levels...
All that being highlighted, we would not be tooting our own horn if we pride ourselves on a fine job! Nothing is easier than being an "armchair critic" or a "Monday morning quarterback", and basically criticize and theorize and say, " it should've..., would've... and or could've..."and we all do that sometimes, but let us keep in mind that no work is ideal, no job is perfect and hindsight is always 20/20... The big achievement and the challenge is to roll one' sleeves up and get the job done.
For all that, we must say: Hats off to the entire group of people who worked together to make the event a smashing success!.
To all of you: "Tserkeroot talar", and we truly applaud all the efforts and the contributions of whomever volunteered and lent a helping hand. Most importantly, to all the attendees who showed up, savored, enjoyed and appreciated what was prepared for them we say: "Anoushellah"
The Thank You List is therefore quite long:
To His Grace Bishop Serpazan Anoushavan Tanielian: You graced our night and our event with your presence, as always...
To Der Nareg: Thank you for being the zealous and vigilant shepherd that you are... May our church continue to grow and prosper under your wings for years and years to come!
To Degeen Nairy Zohrabian, the graceful Armenian Lebanese Medz Mama of The Evening : Thank you for all the delicious food you made, your Samkeh Harra in specific was the Star Dish of our Feast... God bless your heart for taking up this challenge and carrying it to success, and God also bless you for giving incessantly and for countless years to our church and to our Armenian Community...
To Degeen Zepiur Ardzivian: Thanks a million for taking us to the Armenian Folklore with all songs that you prepared and sang beautifully with all the guests..
To Degeen Ossana Ferejian : Your delicious Tabbouleh was the highlight of the table...
Thank you, and God bless you...
To Yeretskeen Annie: Thank you for coming up with the idea, for the planning, the supervision and the remarkable role you played in the execution, and most importantly, for affording me the opportunity to be part of this successful event!
To Jeanette Nenejian: Your Artistic touch in decorating the hall and the tables was duly noted and widely admired by all the attendees..
Finally, to whomever contributed one way or another in taking the reservations, setting up, decorating, preparing food, plating, displaying and cleaning up, " Thanks a million". May God bless you all and reward your contributions tenfolds in happiness, fortune and good health!
One last thing remains to say: Our group only paved the path. That was our candle, we lit it instead of cursing the darkness. That was our torch, and we would like to pass it over to another group of volunteers, to organize and ultimately execute another spectacular "Medz Mama's Kitchen Night".
Awaiting that, and until then, we can only say: Best of luck and warm and sweet wishes from our Armenian Lebanese Medz Mama's Kitchen to YOURS...
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On Friday, May 11th the St. Sarkis Salt & Light Youth Group gathered for their 8th session. There was about 30 youth in attendance. The night began at 6:30pm with the youth having dinner and some social time. There were Ping Pong tables, card games, and various board games set up for the kids to socialize and enjoy free time with each other. At 7pm, the group split into their smaller breakout sessions with their facilitators who lead the YDISCIPLE lesson and discussion.
This week's lesson started the second study from the YDISCIPLE program, entitled "Who Is God". During this lesson, there was an introduction to the question of is Jesus really Divine, the youth explored the question of whether Jesus is truly the Son of God, such as the story of Thomas the apostle. All discussions were conducted through guided materials from YDISCIPLE.
The youth seemed to be very engaged, interactive and enjoyed the discussions. After the small group breakouts, all the youth gathered together again in Chadrjian Hall for dessert and social time once again. There is 1 more scheduled sessions for Salt & Light Youth Group to complete this Study, after which they will celebrate with an end of year family picnic and break for summer.
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CATHOLICOSATE ANNOUNCES PLANS
FOR SUMMER COURSE OF STUDY
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His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of the Holy See of Cilicia announced plans for an intensive summer course on the "Armenian Church; Historical and Contemporary Issues and Challenges," for young adults, ages 18 to 30. The course will take place starting August 10 and ending on August 24. All lectures will be in English and will take place at the Armenian Theological Seminary at St. Mary Monastery, Bikfaya, Lebanon. The two-week program will include participation in the Feast of St. Mary's Assumption, an intimate encounter with His Holiness, Q&A Roundtable, and Sightseeing.
Deadline for application is May 31. For information contact the Prelacy by email (email@armenianprelacy.org) or telephone (212-689-7810).
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Salt and Light Youth Group 2018 Schedule Session 2
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Salt and Light Youth Group, Food & Beverage Sponsor
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SALT & LIGHT YOUTH GROUP
FOOD & BEVERAGE SPONSOR
| April 13, 2018 - Mr. & Mrs. Raffi and Jeanette Nenejian |
| April 27, 2018 - Mr. & Mrs. Simon and Lara Bardizbanian |
| May 11, 2018 - Mr. & Mrs. Alexandre and Maria Nercessian Bechirian |
| May 18, 2018 - Mr. & Mrs. Vicken and Pamela Keshishian |
If you are interested in sponsoring food and beverages for a Salt & Light Session (cost $150.00 per session), please contact the church office at (718) 224-2275 or email us at
SaltNLightYouthGroup@gmail.com
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Thank You!
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| St. Sarkis Sunday School along with JL Designs |
| Complimentary Lecture and Interactive Discussion |
| Panel Discussion on Mental Health |
| Summer Camp Sponsorship 2018 |
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Summer Camp Sponsorship Opportunity
Thank you to our main sponsors, Mr. & Mrs. Antranig & Marion Boudakian for their loyal and generous donations, for believing in our program and helping it
thrive for the past 13 years..........................................$2,000.00
Petting Zoo Comes To You............................................$395.00
Fun Bus..........................................................................$375.00
Puppet Show..................................................................$425.00
Art Classes.....................................................................$750.00
(Sponsored by Nenejian/Balian Families)
Camp T-Shirts................................................................$600.00
(Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Harout & Nyrie Khatchadourian)
Science Museum..............................................................$500.00
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Sponsored by
Mrs. Makrouhi Kalayjian)
Magic Show.....................................................................$500.00
( Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. John & Salpi Megerian)
Fitness/Gym Coach.......................................................$1,200.00
Fitness/Gym Coach.......................................................$1,200.00
(Sponsored by Tavitian/Megherian Famlies)
Pizza Lunch.......................................................................$200.00
Pizza Lunch........................................................................$200.00
In efforts to make the 13th year of St. Sarkis Summer Camp an unforgettable experience, we are seeking sponsors for various activities. We thank you for your generosity and support. Donations can be made at the church office or by calling 718.224.2275.
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| Summer Camp Counselor 2018 |
Overview
Have you thought about becoming a camp aide or camp counselor, but have limited experience working with youth? Gain experience and job knowledge as a Counselor in Training (CIT) at St. Sarkis Church Summer Camp Program..
CIT's volunteer approximately 25 hours per week. Plus, CIT's have the opportunity to:
- Gain valuable work experience
- Develop new work skills
- Develop and practice leadership
- Work as a team member
- Have fun volunteering with kids
Examples of Duties
- Assist in the daily operations of day camp activities for children ages 5-15.
- Act as a positive role model.
- Ensure safety.
- Assist camp staff.
- CIT's are expected to be actively involved in the entire camp which includes: daily activities, games, crafts, etc.
- Assist in upholding all camp and facility rules and policies.
General Qualifications
- Must be 16-18 years of age by June 4 , 2018
- Have a positive attitude matched with lots of enthusiasm!
- Desire to work with elementary youth (age 5- 15 years old).
Trainning
Training is required and coordinated by the Staff of Summer Camp Program.
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Bible Readings
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Աստուածաշնչական Ընթերցումներ
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Book Of Acts (2.1-20)
When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.
Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard their own language being spoken. Utterly amazed, they asked: "Aren't all these who are speaking Galileans?Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? Parthians, Medes and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia,Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome (both Jews and converts to Judaism); Cretans and Arabs-we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!" Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, "What does this mean?"
Some, however, made fun of them and said, "They have had too much wine."
Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: "Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. These people are not drunk, as you suppose. It's only nine in the morning! No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:
"'In the last days, God says,
I will pour out my Spirit on all people.
Your sons and daughters will prophesy,
your young men will see visions,
your old men will dream dreams.
Even on my servants, both men and women,
I will pour out my Spirit in those days,
and they will prophesy.
I will show wonders in the heavens above
and signs on the earth below,
blood and fire and billows of smoke.
The sun will be turned to darkness
and the moon to blood
before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord.
ԱՌԱՔԵԱԼՆԵՐՈՒ ԳՈՐԾԵՐԸ (2.1-20)
Երբ Պենտէկոստէի օրը հասաւ, բոլոր հաւատացեալները միասնաբար մէկտեղուած էին: Յանկարծ սաստիկ հովի մը սուլոցին պէս ձայն մը հնչեց երկինքէն եւ լեցուց ամբողջ տունը ուր անոնք նստած էին: Յետոյ անոնք հրեղէն լեզուներ տեսան, որոնք տարածուեցան եւ հանգչեցան իւրաքանչիւրին վրայ: Բոլոր ներկաները Սուրբ Հոգիով լեցուեցան եւ սկսան տարբեր լեզուներ խօսիլ, ինչպէս որ Հոգին խօսիլ կու տար:
Այն օրը Երուսաղէմ քաղաքը լեցուն էր բարեպաշտ հրեաներով, որոնք աշխարհի չորս կողմերէն եկած էին: Երբ այս ձայնը լսուեցաւ, մեծ բազմութիւն մը եկաւ խռնուեցաւ այնտեղ եւ բոլորը անակնկալի եկան, որովհետեւ կը լսէին թէ ի՛նչպէս անոնք իրենցմէ իւրաքանչիւրին լեզուով կը խօսէին: Ամէնքն ալ սքանչացումով եւ զարմանքով կ՚ըսէին իրարու. «Այս խօսողները բոլորն ալ գալիլիացիներ չե՞ն միթէ. ի՞նչպէս կ՚ըլլայ որ մեր ծննդավայր երկիրներու լեզուներով կը խօսին, ինչպէս ահաւասիկ կը լսենք: Չէ՞ որ ահա մեր մէջ կան պարթեւներ, մարեր, ելամացիներ, միջագետացիներ, հրեաներ, կապադովկիացիներ, պոնտացիներ, ասիացիներ, փռիւգիացիներ եւ պամփիւլիացիներ, եգիպտացիներ, Կիւրենիայի շրջանէն լիպիացիներ, Հռոմէն եկած հրեայ եւ հրէութեան դարձած այցելուներ, կրետացիներ եւ արաբիացիներ:
Եւ ահա բոլորս ալ մեր լեզուներով իրենցմէ կը լսենք Աստուծոյ մեծամեծ գործերուն մասին»: Ապշահար, անոնք զարմանքով կը հարցընէին իրարու. «Ի՞նչպէս կարելի է բացատրել ասիկա»: Իսկ ոմանք կատակելով կ՚ըսէին. «Նոր գինիով գինովցած են»:
Այն ատեն Պետրոս տասնըմէկ առաքեալներուն հետ ոտքի ելաւ եւ բարձրաձայն սկսաւ անոնց խօսիլ.- «Ո՜վ հրէաստանցիներ եւ դուք որ հիմա Երուսաղէմ կը գտնուիք. իրականութիւնը գիտնալու համար լսեցէ՛ք ինչ որ պիտի ըսեմ: Դուք կը կարծէք թէ ասոնք գինով են. բայց այդպէս չէ, որովհետեւ առտուան ժամը ինն է դեռ: Մինչդեռ ասիկա կատարումն է Յովէլի մարգարէութեան որ կ՚ըսէ. "Այնուհետեւ երբ վերջին օրերը գան,- կ՚ըսէ Աստուած,- իմ Հոգիս պիտի թափեմ բոլոր մարդոց վրայ. ձեր տղաքն ու աղջիկները իմ պատգամներս պիտի փոխանցեն ձեզի, ձեր երիտասարդները տեսիլքներ պիտի ունենան եւ ձեր ծերերը երազներ պիտի տեսնեն: Այն օրերուն իմ Հոգիս պիտի թափեմ նաեւ իմ ծառաներուս եւ աղախիններուս վրայ, եւ անոնք եւս իմ պատգամներս պիտի փոխանցեն ձեզի: Երկինքի բարձունքին վրայ հրաշքներ պիտի ցուցնեմ, եւ նշաններ՝ վարը երկրի վրայ. աշխարհ արիւնով, կրակով ու թանձր ծուխով պիտի լեցուի, արեւը պիտի խաւարի, եւ լուսինը արիւնի գոյն պիտի առնէ, եւ ի վերջոյ պիտի հասնի Տիրոջ մեծ եւ ահեղ օրը:
THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST ACCORDING TO JOHN (12.12-23)
"All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
"You heard me say, 'I am going away and I am coming back to you.' If you loved me, you would be glad that I am going to the Father, for the Father is greater than I. I have told you now before it happens, so that when it does happen you will believe. I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming. He has no hold on me, but the world must learn that I love the Father and that I do exactly what my Father has commanded me.
"Come now; let us leave.
ՅԻՍՈՒՍ ՔՐԻՍՏՈՍԻ ԱՒԵՏԱՐԱՆԸ ԸՍՏ ՅՈՎՀԱՆՆԷՍԻ (14.25-31)
Այս բոլորը խօսեցայ ձեզի, քանի տակաւին ձեզի հետ եմ: Բայց Մխիթարիչը՝ Սուրբ Հոգին, որ Հայրը ձեզի պիտի ղրկէ իմ անունովս, ան ձեզի ամէն ինչ պիտի սորվեցնէ եւ յիշեցնէ ինչ որ ես ձեզի ըսի: Խաղաղութիւն կը թողում ձեզի. իմ խաղաղութիւնս է որ կու տամ ձեզի, որ այս աշխարհի տուած խաղաղութենէն տարբեր է:
Մի՛ խռովիք եւ մի՛ վախնաք: Լսեցէք ինչ որ ըսի ձեզի, թէ «Ահա կ՚երթամ, բայց կրկին պիտի գամ ձեզի»: Եթէ զիս կը սիրէք, ուրախ պիտի ըլլաք որ Հօրս կ՚երթամ, որովհետեւ Հայրս ինձմէ մեծ է: Այս բոլորը ձեզի ըսի նախ քան պատահիլը, որպէսզի երբ պատահի՝ այն ատեն հաւատաք: Այլեւս երկար պիտի չխօսիմ ձեզի, որովհետեւ ահա կու գայ այս աշխարհի իշխանը, որ իմ վրաս ոչ մէկ իշխանութիւն չունի: Բայց աշխարհը պէտք է գիտնայ թէ ես Հայրը կը սիրեմ եւ ա՛յդ է պատճառը որ ինծի բոլոր պատուիրածները կը կատարեմ:
Ելէ՛ք, երթանք այստեղէն:
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DAVID GALSTIAN the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur and Irina Galstian was baptized on Saturday, May 12 2018. His Godparents were Armen Galstian and Milena Khazardjian. May the Grace of the Holy Spirit always be with David.
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FEAST OF PENTECOST: The Descent of the Holy Spirit
This Sunday (May 20), the Armenian Church celebrates the Feast of Pentecost (Hokekaloust), the descent of the Holy Spirit to the Apostles, and the birth of the Church. Jesus had commanded His apostles to "Go therefore to all nations and make them my disciples," (Matthew 28:19). Recognizing the difficulty of this great responsibility, Christ had advised his disciples not to begin their teaching mission until after the "descent of the Holy Spirit."
In the Acts of the Apostles, we read that on that day of Pentecost the apostles gathered in one place, and suddenly a strong wind seemed to fill the house in which they were assembled, and they were filled with the Holy Spirit (see reading above). It was the Jewish feast of Pentecost (Shabuoth) commemorating the giving of the law on Mount Sinai and many different people from different lands had come to Jerusalem. They marveled that they could understand the Apostles' words. This day when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles marked the beginning of the mission of the Church to spread the Good News throughout the world.
In a sense, Pentecost is the opposite of what occurred in the Old Testament story of the Tower of Babel when God disapproved of the building of a tower to reach the heavens and he created confusion by having the workers suddenly speak in different tongues, and unable to understand each other. At Pentecost He gave the disciples the ability to speak other tongues and thus be able to be understood by everyone everywhere.
Life-creating God, Spirit and lover of mankind, with tongues of fire you enlightened those united with one accord in love;
therefore we also celebrate today your holy descent.
Filled with joy by your coming the Holy apostles began in different-sounding tongues to call into unity them that had been divided from each other; therefore we also celebrate today your holy descent.
By spiritual and holy baptism through them you have adorned the universe in a new and radiant garment; therefore we also celebrate your holy descent.
(From the Canon for the First Day of Pentecost according to the Liturgical Canons of the Armenian Church)
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- Mr. ATOM HOVHANESYAN, passed on , May , 2018. A Funeral services were held on Monday, May 14, 2018 at Schwartz Brothers- Jeffers Memorial Chapel.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
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- Mrs. Natalia Dolmaian, Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Simona Papazian and children Jeffry and Matthew, Mr. & Dr. Simon and Gilly Dolmaian and children Alexa, Emma and Gregory request requiem service for the soul of their beloved husband, father and grandfather CRICOR DOLMAIAN (1st year memorial service).
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THERE WILL BE NO COFFEE HOUR THIS SUNDAY
Suzanne and Hovsep Hagopian Saturday School Year End Hantes will be held in the Main Hall.
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| - May 20, 2018 |
Saturday School Year End Hantes |
| - June 2, 2018 |
Pallet Event by Sunday School |
| - June 3, 2018 |
Estate planning & long term care planning |
| - June 10, 2018 |
Sunday of Graduate |
| - June 24, 2018 |
Panel Discussion on Mental Health |
- July 9- 20, 2018
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Summer Camp |
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This issue of the Sunday E-bulletin is sponsored by:
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