ST. MARY ARMENIAN CHURCH
SHNORHALI MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER
January 2021
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Feast of Nativity and Theophany Celebrated at St. Mary
St. Mary Church Celebrated the Feast of Nativity and Theophany of our Lord with Nativity Eve and Day Badaraks. On January 5th the Jragalouits Badarak began with the Evening Service, recalling and celebrating the glorious event of the Nativity of our Lord.
On the Feast of the Birth and Baptism of our Lord, January 6th, the Divine Liturgy was celebrated by Der Hovsep Karapetyan and the Blessing of the Water Service was officiated by Apb. Vicken Aykazian. We congratulate Barkev Kalayjian, the son of Zaven and Edita Kalayjian, who served as the Godfather for the Blessing of the Water ceremony.
Parishioners participated in the liturgy on both days and greeted each other with the renewing and joyous news of our Lord's Revelation "To you and us good news! Tzez yev mez Medz Avedis! Christ is born and revealed. Kristos tsnav yev haytnetsav. Blessed is the revelation of Christ. Orhnyal e haytnutyunn Kristosi."
We would like to extend our appreciation to Mr. Neshan Naltchayan who so willingly dedicated his time and talent to decorating our Church and altar with gorgeous Poinsettias and red carnations on this festive season.
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Armenian Christmas Luncheon Carry-out Edition
Armenian Christmas Luncheon Carry-Out was organized and held on Sunday, January 10 by the diligent committee members of our gift shop.
It was an overwhelming success due to the hard work and dedication of all the volunteers as well as our generous church community who placed their orders in support of our church. We thank you all!
We would also like to extend our special gratitude to the two passionate brothers Aret and Raffi Sahakyan who with their joint effort spearheaded this event and volunteered their time and cooking talents preparing extraordinary dishes and making this fundraising event possible. Our appreciation also goes to all of our volunteers who helped during the event.
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Anniversary of Hrant Dink Assassination
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Tuesday, January 19th marked the 14th anniversary of Turkish-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink’s murder.
Hrant Dink was assassinated in Istanbul on January 19, 2007, in front of the Agos newspaper office. The murderer, Ogün Samast, was a 17-year-old Turkish nationalist who shot Dink three times.
This year due to the pandemic, instead of the commemorative program, a special memorial requiem service was held in Hrant Dink's memory on January 24th, at St. Mary Armenian Church.
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St. Mary DC Virtual Coffee Hour
Virtual Coffee Hour Sunday, January 31st at 1 pm
Although our church has been reopened for the faithful, yet until further notice, there has been no coffee hour after Badarak. No food or drink is permitted downstairs. However, a coffee hour took place on Sunday, January 31st at 1 pm, over the Zoom platform.
Parishioners joined and enjoyed the virtual coffee hour that was organized by Becky Baghdasarian, one of our faithful and diligent parishioners.
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Daughters of Vartan and St. Mary Gift Store Carry-Out Luncheon
Congratulations to Daughters of Vartan for their overwhelmingly successful luncheon which benefited our soldiers and their families in Armenia.
Even in the face of adversity ( major snowstorm prediction ) everyone rolled up their sleeves and got into gear, upped the date, and cooked up a storm of delicious dishes to delight everyone’s palate. We were blessed to have wonderful volunteers and the dynamic duo - Aret and Raffi Sahakyan at the helm.
Aret, a multiple award-winning Chef, was the creator of a fabulous menu that was executed at the highest level by the kitchen staff. Chairlady/hostess, Margie Satian worked tirelessly to bring this all about. Sincerest thanks to all who supported this event. You made it all happen!
Kudos everyone “Tzerkernut Talar”!
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Upcoming Parish Assembly - February 21, 2021
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the Annual Parish Assembly meeting will take place on February 21st in the sanctuary, after Badarak.
If you are not comfortable attending in person, you may attend virtually via a Zoom meeting. If you are a dues-paying member and would like to attend the February 21 meeting via Zoom, please send your name, phone number, and email address to the office stmarychurchdc@gmail.com by February 11. The dues-paying members attending the meeting virtually will vote anonymously via Zoom. If there are two voting members in one household attending virtually, each one must pre-register with the office. To vote, each member must log in to the meeting via a separate device, such as a computer, tablet, or cell phone. More detail will be provided at a later date.
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Baptism and Confirmation
Stella Antonia Sardarian
January 17, 2021
Daughter of Leudvig Sardarian and Vivi Sardarian
Godparents: Leo Sardarian and Emily Ohanian
Anthony Michael Antoniadis
January 17, 2021
Son of Maky Antoniadis and Lena Antoniadis
Godparents: Leudvig Sardarian and Vivi Sardarian
Areg Tahmasian
January 23, 2021
Son of Dodik Tahmasian and Noelia Rodriguez
Godparents: Raffi Kehyaian and Ani Kehyaian
May God bless our newly-baptized with His love and may His protection and guidance always be with her.
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Funeral
Verjin Bolat
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
She is survived by her three children, Eva Shafakian and her Husband Ohannes, Janet Arabian and her Husband Maung, Arto Bolat and his Wife Ilda; her six Grandchildren, Sara Arabian, Lerna Chaglassian and her husband Edward and their Son Luke John, Nora Shafakian-Llerena and her Husband German and their Son Mathias Aram, Adrianna Iskandarian and her Husband Antranik, Ara Arabian and his Wife Jessica, and Tatiana Kasbarian and her Husband Harout. She also is survived by her late Brother Avedis Ozkayan's family, Gulbahar, Atam, Kamer, and families. As well as Kirkor and Horen Bolat and their families.
To read about Verjin Bolat Click Here.
Matavous Shahverdian
Friday, January 22, 2021
He is survived by his beloved Wife, Takoosh Shahverdian, their 4 sons, Robert, Urik, Armond, and Raymond Shahverdian; Karmen, Anahit, Yogitha, Nicole, and Anna, and their 8 grandchildren: Osana, Taylor, Emin, Arden, Isabella, Sophia, Dilahn, and Nshan.
Mugerdeech "Mickey" Kerneklian
Friday, January 22, 2021
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Clara (Kazarian) Kerneklian; three children, Laura Turner and her husband, Stephen of Herndon, VA, Elisa Kerneklian of Silver Spring, MD and Steven Kerneklian and his wife, Sarah of Lewes, DE; four grandchildren, Stephanie Turner, Nicholas Turner, Benjamin Kerneklian and Samuel Kerneklian and a brother, Murad Kerneklian of Richmond, VA
To read about Mugerdeech "Mickey" Kerneklian Click Here.
Ohanes (Vanik) Gorjian
Sunday, January 24, 2021
He is survived by his wife Hermineh Seghmonian, son Sarmen Gorjian, daughter Sevana (Owens) Gorjian, son Sarkis Gorjian and sister Haiganoush (Aghaian) Gorjian.
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Hokehankists - Requiem Services
January 10, 2021
For the Soul of:
Sahag Seraydarian (40 Day)
Requested by:
Mr. and Mrs. David and Leda Zenian;
Ms. Sarine Zenian;
Mr. and Mrs. Nathalie and Armen McOmber and family
January 17, 2021
For the Soul of:
Arto Satian (40 Day)
Requested by:
Suleima Satian; Sylva Satian;
three Daughters, Taleen, Nicole, and Allisson; his Mother, Margie Satian; Father, Sarkis Satian; his Step-Mother, Mary Satian; his Sister, Rosemary; and his Best Friend Varouj; his Step-Siblings Heather, Holly and Heath
For the Soul of:
Ovsanna Nazarian-Tsarev
Requested by:
Ashot and Karine Nazarian, for beloved Sister and Sister-in-Law
For the Soul of:
Sona Kohar Semerjian (38th anniversary)
Requested by:
Dr.Hratch Semerjian, Tamar, and Ara
For the Soul of:
Garo Yeghissian (23rd anniversary)
Requested by:
Patricia Yeghissian and family
January 24, 2021
For the Soul of:
Hrant Dink (14th anniversary)
Requested by:
Rev. Fr. Hovsep Karapetyan and St. Mary Parish Council
For the Soul of:
Alfred Babayan
Requested by:
Naira, Ella, Joann, Mariam, Arthur, Ani, and Lilit Babayan's family
May God rest Their Souls in peace and may His loving favor be with their loved ones.
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St. Mary Armenian Apostolic Church
Rev. Fr. Hovsep Karapetyan, Pastor
4125 Fessenden Street N.W, Washington, DC 20016
202-363-1923 / www.stmaryaac.org
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