E-Sunday Bulletin of St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church
38-65 234th. St. Douglaston, NY, 11363
Sunday: 09/15/2019
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FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS
Sunday Readings:
Isaiah 49:13-23; Galatians 6:14-18; John 3:13-21
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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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This Sunday September 15, will celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of The Holy Cross .
On the Feast of the Exaltation of The Holy Cross we bless Basil.
The Basil for this Sunday are donated by
Dr. & Mrs. Aram and Rima Cazazian.
The Altar flowers are donated by
Mr. and Mrs. Levon and Sandy Shamlian .
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ARMENIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY RECEPTION AT UN
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At the independence day reception, left to right, are: Mr. Davit Knyasyan, Deputy Permanent Representative, V. Rev. Fr. Sahag Yemishian, Mr. Mher Margaryan, Rev. Fr. Nareg Terterian, and Rev. Fr. Mesrob Lakissian.
The 28th anniversary of the independence of Armenia was celebrated on September 10 with a reception at the headquarters of the United Nations in New York City. The event was hosted by Mr. Mher Margaryan, Armenia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations.
Attending the reception on behalf of Archbishop Anoushavan were Very Rev. Fr. Sahag Yemishian, Vicar General of the Prelacy and Pastor of Sts. Vartanantz Church in New Jersey. He was accompanied by Rev. Fr. Nareg Terterian, Pastor of St. Sarkis Church in Douglaston, New York, and Rev. Fr. Mesrob Lakissian, Pastor of St. Illuminator's Cathedral in New York City. They conveyed their congratulations and best wishes to Ambassador Margaryan.
 Hayr Sahag, Raffi Megerian and Der Nareg celebrating Armenia's independence at the United Nations, where Megerian Rugs and Megerian Carpet Armenia were featured at a unique Armenian Rug Exhibition presented by the Permanent Mission of Armenia to the UN.
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Salt & Light Youth
Ministries
Written By Mrs. Nyrie Bedrossian
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 On Saturday, September 7th, the St. Sarkis Salt & Light Youth Group held a Welcome Back Bonfire for all of its members and potential new members. We had a wonderful turnout of over 50 youth who attended, many of them new members who will be joining for the first time this year. Many of our youth group leaders and facilitators were also present to help supervise and mingle with the kids. Everyone was excited to see each other again after summer break and there was chatter and laughter throughout the night.
There was delicious brick oven pizza made onsite, Armenian music, plenty of social time, ice breaker games, a bonfire and of course smores!! Towards the end of the evening, the youth gathered around the bonfire to hear a welcome back message from Der Nareg and youth group coordinator Nyrie Bedrossian. The group has a lot to look forward to this season, including 4 scheduled sessions, some volunteer community service activities and a sleep away Retreat planned for October. We pray for a successful and fruitful season for our ever growing Salt & Light Youth Group and look forward to sharing our successes and events with the community.
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Suzanne & Hovsep Hagopian Saturday School
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Dear St. Sarkis Church Parish,
The 2019-2020 school year of the Suzanne and Hovsep Hagopian Saturday School will start on Saturday, September 14th, 2019.
The school invites parish parents to enroll their children so they can be educated in an Armenian
environment, while learning their native Armenian language (we offer both eastern and western dialogues), religion, history and culture (Armenian music and dance) all under one roof. It is also great place to make friends with fellow Armenians.
Early registration is now open. Registering early gives you a discount and helps us prepare for the coming school year.
If you register by August 31, 2019, the tuition for church paid dues members will be $400 per child, and for non-paid dues church members will be $450 per child.
Starting September 1, 2019, the tuition will go up to $450 for church paid dues members per child, and $500 per child for non-paid dues church members.
Please be advised that at least half of the tuition needs to be paid at the time of early registration to insure the discount. Remaining balance should be paid no later by November 10,2019.
You can mail your checks to:
St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church
38-65 234th St.
Douglaston, NY 11363
If you wish to make your payments by PayPal a link will be provided in the registration form. Be advised that we can only accept full payment through PayPal and there will be an additional PayPal service charge. If you wish to make a partial payment, please mail a check with that payment amount to the church address above.
Our best regards,
Suzanne and Hovsep Hagopian
Saturday School Board, of St. Sarkis Church
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We Extend Heartfelt Thanks to All Our Picnic Sponsors
Donations received by September 5, 2019
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Silver ($500)
Drs. Bagdig & Ani Baghdassarian
Mr. & Mrs. Alex & Jacqueline Baron
Mr. & Mrs. Steve & Sorina Dumanian "Carmel"
Dr. & Mrs. Hagop & Hilda Gorgissian
Drs. Arthur & Louiza Kubikian
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Bronze ($250)
Dr. & Mrs. Raffi & Nairy Zohrabian
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Kid Zone Sponsors ($250)
$2000 total cost
Dr. & Mrs. Edmond & Nyree Demirdjan
Mr. & Mrs. Yeprem & Madeleine Nazarian
Mrs. Nayda Voskerijian
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Food Court ($250)
Mr. & Mrs. Alex & Jacqueline Baron
Mr. & Mrs. Leon & Aline Kassabian
Dr. Aram Kirkorian
Mr. & Mrs. Sarkis & Adriana Nercessian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Elizabeth Ohannessian
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Drinks Sponsor ($250)
Dr. & Mrs. Alex & Natalie Meneshian
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Coffee Shop Sponsors ($200)
Gostanian - Tonino Family
Mr. & Mrs. Zohrab & Seta Kalajian
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Business Cards ($200)
Mr. & Mrs. Karl & Alice Alajajian
Glascott Funeral Home
OKG Jewelry Co. Inc
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Picnic Supporter ($100)
Mr. & Mrs. Haig & Emma Baklajian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Coharig Barsamian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Arpi Bekian
Mrs. Agavni Bodriguian
Mr. & Mrs. Edmond & Ashhen Elmokian
Mr. & Mrs. Haig & Laura Giragosian
Mr. & Mrs. Garbis & Victoria Hagobian
Mr. & Mrs. Vahe & Elsie Halajian
Mr. & Mrs. Varujan & Luiza Kalustian
Mr. & Mrs. Setrag & Annie Kazandjian
Mrs. Anita Masoian
Mr. & Mrs. Vahe & Shake Nahapetian
Dr. & Mrs. Louis & Elenne Najarian
Mr. & Mrs. Krikor & Elizabeth Nercessian
Ms Dorothy & Ms. Mary Papazian
Mr. Areg Pogosyan
In Memory of his Beloved Grandparents
Mr. & Mrs. Vartkes & Alice Savadjian
Mr. & Mrs. Dicran & Jenia Toma
Mr. & Mrs. Aram & Ardemis Zobian
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Picnic Donors
Mrs. Lusin Arakelyan
Mr. & Mrs. Kegham & Anush Dirielyan
Mr. & Mrs. Vartan Julfayan
Mr. & Mrs. Dan & Sabina Levarda
Mr. & Mrs. Tro & Maral Turbendian
Other
Mr. Noubar Manuelian
Mr. & Mrs. Leon & Sandy Shamlian
Mrs. Asghik Movsessian Wassef
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PICNIC RAFFLE PRIZES
The list of raffle prizes is updated with new and exciting gifts added each week.
The Picnic committee invites all of you to purchase raffle tickets
mailed to you previously and become winners of these wonderful gifts
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Full one year tuition (2019 - 2020) for St Sarkis Church Saturday School
A Weekend Night Stay @
The Intercontinental Time Square Hotel, NYC
Oriental Rug - Tufenkian Carpets of New York
LiftMeUP Portable Electric Recliner donated by Sabine Hairabedian
One Week of St. Sarkis Church 2020 Summer Camp
Megerian's Limited Edition Jewelry
Bowlero Lanes, 2 Hours Bowling for 10 People With Shoes Rental
$150.00 Gift Certificate nuBest Salon & Spa
Gift Certificate for Two for Cruise Offered by Classic Harbor Line
Italian Silver Cuff Bracelet donated by Mr. & Mrs. Gary Tacorian
Michael Aram picture frame
$100.00 Gift Certificate Hot Yoga
Rhodium Black/White Multi Strand Chain Bracelet
donated by Telesto Design
Eat on Bell Boulevard ($50.00 gift card Taverna Kyclades & $50.00 gift card Sangarita's)
Massage Envy Spa $70.00 Gift Certificate & $40.00 Pari's Threading Salon
Olive Garden $50.00 gift card, 2 bottles of wine from Stew Leonard's
& $25.00 game card Dave & Buster's
Spuntino $50.00 gift card, 2 bottles of wine from Stew Leonard's
& $20.00 gift card Schwartz Chocolates
Arpi's Spa $75 Gift Certificate
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Raffle Tickets: 3 for $20:00; 8 for $40.00; 12 for $50.00
Your participation and encouragement for a successful picnic is greatly appreciated.
Please support our fundraising efforts.
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Salt & Light Youth
Members Retreat
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Salt & Light Youth
Ministries
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SALT & LIGHT YOUTH GROUP
FOOD & BEVERAGE SPONSOR
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September 20, 2019 -
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October 4, 2019 -
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November 8, 2019 -
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November 22, 2019 -
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If you are interested in sponsoring food and beverages for a Salt & Light Session (cost $250.00 per session),
please contact the church office at (718) 224-2275 or email us at
[email protected]
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Thank You!
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Sunday School Calendar 2019/2020:
October 6th & 27th
November 10th & 24th (Thanksgiving Dinner)
December 8th & 15th
SUNDAY SCHOOL
BREAKFAST SPONSOR
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October 6, 2019
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Mr. & Mrs. Alain and Mayda Artinian |
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October 27, 2019
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November 10, 2019
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November 24, 2019
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Thanksgiving Feast |
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December 8, 2019
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December 15, 2019
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If you are interested in sponsoring breakfast for Sunday School (cost $125.00 per Sunday), please contact the church office at (718) 224-2275 or email us at [email protected]
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Thank You!
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Bible Readings
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Աստուածաշնչական Ընթերցումներ
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THE EPISTLE OF ST. PAUL TO THE GALATIANS (6.14-18)
May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything; what counts is a new creation. Peace and mercy to all who follow this rule, even to the Israel of God.
Finally, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus.
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers. Amen.
ՊՕՂՈՍ ԱՌԱՔԵԱԼԻ ՆԱՄԱԿԸ ԳԱՂԱՏԱՑԻՆԵՐՈՒՆ (6.14-18)
Գալով ինծի, քաւ լիցի որ մեր Տիրոջ Յիսուս Քրիստոսի խաչէն զատ ուրիշ բանով պարծենամ: Այդ խաչին միջոցաւ մեղքի աշխարհը մեռած է այլեւս ինծի համար, ինչպէս ես մեռած եմ այդ աշխարհին համար: Կարեւորը մարդուս թլփատուած կամ անթլփատ ըլլալը չէ, այլ նոր արարած ըլլալը: Թող Աստուծոյ խաղաղութիւնն ու ողորմութիւնը ըլլան բոլո՛ր անոնց հետ՝ որոնք այս սկզբունքին համաձայն կ՚ապրին. բո՛լոր անոնց՝ որոնք իր ընտրեալ ժողովուրդը կը կազմեն:
Այսուհետեւ, խնդրեմ, ոեւէ մէկը աշխարհիկ հոգերով թող զիս չնեղէ, որովհետեւ ես Յիսուսի կը պատկանիմ, ինչպէս մարմնիս վրայ վէրքերուն սպիները կը վկայեն:
Եղբայրներ, մեր Տէր Յիսուս Քրիստոսի շնորհքը ձեր բոլորին հետ ըլլայ: Ամէն:
THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST ACCORDING TO ST. JOHN (3:13-21)
No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven-the Son of Man. Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the desert, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because he has not believed in the name of God's one and only Son. This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but men loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what he has done has been done through God."
ՅԻՍՈՒՍ ՔՐԻՍՏՈՍԻ ԱՒԵՏԱՐԱՆԸ ԸՍՏ ՅՈՎՀԱՆՆՈՒ (3.13-21)
Ոչ ոք երկինք ելաւ՝ բացի Մարդու որդիէն, որ երկինքէն իջաւ, եւ որ երկինքի մէջ է: Եւ ինչպէս Մովսէս պղինձէ օձը բարձրացուց անապատին մէջ, նոյնպէս ալ Մարդու Որդին պէտք է բարձրանայ, որպէսզի անոր հաւատացողը յաւիտենական կեանք ունենայ: Որովհետեւ Աստուած այնքան սիրեց աշխարհը, որ մինչեւ իսկ իր միածին Որդին տուաւ, որպէսզի անոր հաւատացողը չկորսուի, այլ յաւիտենական կեանք ունենայ: Որովհետեւ Աստուած իր Որդին աշխարհ ղրկեց՝ ոչ թէ որպէսզի աշխարհը դատապարտէ, այլ որպէսզի աշախրհը փրկէ: Ով որ կը հաւատայ անոր՝ չի դատապարտուիր. իսկ ով որ չի հաւատար անոր՝ արդէն իսկ դատապարտուած է, Աստուծոյ միածին Որդիին չհաւատալուն համար:
Եւ դատապարտութիւնը այս է.- Լոյսը աշխարհ եկաւ, բայց մարդիկ խաւարը լոյսէն աւելի սիրեցին, որովհետեւ չարութիւն կը գործէին: Ով որ չար գործ կը կատարէ՝ կ՚ատէ լոյսը եւ լոյսին չի գար, որպէսզի իր գործերը չյայտնուին: Սակայն ով որ կը կատարէ ինչ որ ճշմարիտ է՝ լոյսին կու գայ, որպէսզի յայտնի ըլլայ թէ իր գործերը Աստուծոյ կամքին համաձայն գործուած են:
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FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE CROSS
This Sunday, September 15, the Armenian Church commemorates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Khachverats), which is the last of the five Tabernacle Feasts observed by the Armenian Church during the liturgical year. The Exaltation celebrates the transformation of the cross as an instrument of punishment into a venerated symbol of life and victory. A sacred religious symbol that was now exalted and glorified.
Most Christian churches commemorate this holy day on September 14. The Armenian Church celebrates it on the closest Sunday. It is the oldest of the feasts devoted to the cross. The cross, once a means of death for criminals, became the dominant symbol of triumph over death. Christ's apostle James, Patriarch of Jerusalem, elevated the Holy Cross during a religious ceremony while chanting the hymn, "Khachee oh Krisdos Yergeer Bakanemk," (To Your Cross We Bow), thus accepting the cross as a symbol of salvation and an object of utmost veneration. James was later martyred in Jerusalem, and upon his grave stands the expansive Armenian monastery of St. James in Jerusalem.
There are four feasts devoted to the cross in the Armenian liturgical calendar, with the Exaltation being the most important. The other three are: Apparition of the Holy Cross; Holy Cross of Varak; and Discovery of the Cross. Each of these four holidays devoted to the Holy Cross are related to the life and the salvific work of our Lord.
The ceremony for the Exaltation begins with the decoration of the Cross with sweet basil (rehan), a sign of royalty, and also as a symbol of the living cross that is carried around the church in a procession led by the priest, and followed by deacons and altar servers. After the Bible readings, the officiating priest lifts the Cross and makes the sign of the Cross, and blesses the four corners of the world (Andastan service), asking God's blessing and bounty for the prosperity of the Armenian Church and for the fruitfulness of the land, and all the holy places and inhabitants thereof.
The Khachveratz ceremony was prepared by Catholicos Sahag Dzoraporetsi (677-703). He also composed the hymn that is sung on this day. As with other Tabernacle Feasts, the Exaltation is preceded with a period of fasting (Monday to Friday), and followed by a Memorial Day (Merelotz). The Eve of this Feast is also celebrated (Navagadik). Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, following Memorial Day are feast days dedicated to the Holy Church.
Name day commemorations this Sunday include: Khatchadour, Khatchig, Khatcherets, Rehan, Khatchkhatoun, Khachouhi, Khatchperouhi, Khosrov, Khosrovanoush, Khrosrovitoukhd, and Nshan.
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Baby's 40th day Dedication service
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- NATALIE NALBANDIAN, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Harry and Satig Nalbandian was brought to church for the 40th day dedication service, according to the rites of the Armenian Church. We welcome Natalie to the life of the church and hope to see her soon for the Sacrament of Baptism.
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- Mr. BEDROS AYVAZIAN, passed on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Funeral services were held on Friday, September 6, 2019 at Glascott Funeral Home. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
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Join St. Sarkis Church Ladies Guild Fellowship Hour every Sunday following Church services.
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The Ladies Guild Coffee hour will be held in Pagoumian Hall and is hosted by,
-Mrs. Nyeree Demirdjan
-Mrs. Vicky Hagobian
-Mrs. Ossana Ferejian
-Mrs. Seta Boyadjian
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Quick reminder that you can help support Saint Sarkis Saturday School at no cost to you by shopping on Amazon Smile. When purchasing online through Amazon Smile .05% of your purchases will be donated to Saint Sarkis Saturday School.
All you need to do is:
Sign into your existing amazon account or create a new one by clicking here: https://smile.amazon.com/ . Eligible products are marked "Eligible for Amazon Smile donation". Please select: St Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church of Long Island Inc. as your charitable organization. If you have any questions please send us an e-mail at [email protected]
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Suzanne and Hovsep Hagopian Saturday School
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- September 29, 2019
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Annual Picnic
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| - October 6, 2019 |
Flu Shot Clinic |
| - December 31, 2019 |
New Year's Eve Party |
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Adds From Sister Organizations
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