E-Sunday Bulletin of St. Sarkis Church |
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E-Sunday Bulletin of St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church
38-65 234th. St. Douglaston, NY, 11363
Sunday: 11/21/2021
Eleventh Sunday of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Eve of the Fast of Advent) Presentation of the Holy Mother of God
ԺԱ Կիւրակէ զկնի Ս. Խաչի
Ընծայումն Ս. Աստուածածնի Երից Ամաց ի Տաճարն Բարեկենդան Յիսնակաց Պահոց
Sunday Reading:
Song of Songs 1:1-11; Proverbs 11:30-12:4; Isaiah 52:7-10; Zechariah 2:10-13; Malachi 3:1-2; 2 Corinthians 6:16-7:1; Luke 1:39-56 Isaiah 29:11-20; Philippians 4:8-24; Luke 11:1-13
Join us in worship this Sunday
Morning Service 10:00 AM
Sunday School 11:00 AM
Divine Liturgy 10:45 AM - Sermon 11:45 AM
Մասնակցեցէք Ս. Պատարագին՝
Առաւօտեան Ժամերգութիւն 10։00
Ս. Պատարագ 10։45- Քարոզ 11։45
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SALT & LIGHT YOUTH GROUP
Reported by Mrs. Annita Nerses Kurpius
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Over fifty participants of the Salt & Light youth group gathered at the St. Sarkis church hall on Friday evening 14 November for a very inspiring and engaging evening. The focus of the event centered around the importance of gratitude and giving, very relevant themes with the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.
The event began with the participants enjoying fun time and pizza while catching up with one another. Der Nareg then captured the attention of our Salt & Light youth with a highly relevant reading of a short passage from the Gospel of Luke. The discussion highlighted Jesus’ miracle of healing ten misfortunate lepers that were suffering and isolated from their communities, and Jesus’ blessing of the one and only leper who subsequently returned to give thanks and praise God.
Der Nareg explained the relevance of this parable in three ways. First, he related the social stigma experienced by the lepers to the uncertainty, fear, and isolation experienced by so many of us due to the pandemic and the 2020 Artsakh war. Second, with the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, Der Nareg emphasized the importance of constantly practicing gratitude for all of our blessings – not just during the holiday. Finally, Der Nareg emphasized that gratitude requires not just feeling thankful, but also expressing our gratitude through actions. As we get ready to celebrate the feast of Thanksgiving, Der Nareg asked the group to count our blessings, to think and pray for those that are less fortunate such as our brothers and sisters in Armenia and Artsakh suffering in the aftermath of the 2020 war, and to take actions to ease their pain. He encouraged all to “be the 10%”, drawing parallels to the one of ten lepers that returned to Jesus to give thanks.
At that point Der Nareg introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Ani Tchaglasian, who connected with the youth through her explanation of the plight of Artsakh refugees since the 2020 War, and the successful “Artsakh Children” program initiated by Hamazkayin Armenian Educational & Cultural Society. Mrs. Tchaglasian discussed the positive impact of the program’s use of art therapy to help the refugee children of Artsakh, many of whom are orphaned, to deal with their traumas and crises. The program employs psychologists as well as teachers who are themselves refugees, thereby also providing steady income to these displaced teachers. Mrs. Tchaglasian shared photos and stories about these awe-inspiring Artsakh youth that resonated with the Salt & Light participants, who realized that their Artsakh sisters and brothers are just like them – but much less fortunate, very courageously rebuilding their lives in the Homeland after losing everything.
Salt & Light pledged to provide support and give back to our valiant brothers and sisters in Artsakh. Der Nareg pointed out that $20 donated by every Salt & Light participant would pay the salary of an “Artsakh Children” program teach for close to a year. The Salt & Light group pledged to raise funds, send art supplies and create artwork for our Artsakh brothers and sisters. All in all, the evening was unforgettable and motivating!
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CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE PREPARATION
Reported by Mrs. Nayda Voskerijian
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The Ladies Guild of St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston NY, once again rolled up their sleeves to embark on yet another on-line bake sale. On Saturday, November 13, the group tackled the first item on the menu, Manti. The crew consisting of ladies from different generations of the church, energetically baked 90 Lbs. of delicious Manti.
The committee will be meeting every Friday and Saturday to prepare and bake the rest of the items on the menu, cheese Beureg, Lahmajun, zakhtarov & biberov hats, Kounjian, kunefe, date cookie, burma, and ghurabia.
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THANKS GIVING DINNER DANCE |
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Dear Parishioners and Friends,
Our Church is organizing a dinner dance featuring Elie Berberian and his Band. This event has two goals: We want the community to come back for a fun-filled evening and support our Saturday School. We hope you will attend to enjoy a delicious dinner (catered from a favorite restaurant), dance to Elie's amazing tunes, and support our Saturday School.
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The final session of the "Spiritual Basics" Bible Study took place last Tuesday evening. The discussion was titled "Quiet Time" and focused on Matthew 6:1-18, the parts from the Sermon on the Mount where Jesus teaches about almsgiving, prayer, and fasting. "Quiet time" because these teachings of Jesus require introspection and self-reflection to find ways of sharing our resources (and sometimes ourselves) with those who are in need, to communicate with God, and to stay away from things that hinder our spiritual growth.
"Spiritual Basics" was a 6-session Bible Study on Zoom format conducted by Fr. Nareg Terterian on Tuesdays, October 12 - November 17, 2021. We look forward to reconvening in early 2022.
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An Invitation For A General Membership Meeting |
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Dear Members of St. Sarkis Church,
The Pastor and the Board of Trustees of St. Sarkis Church invite all dues-paid members of our parish to attend a General Membership meeting in the church, On Sunday, December 05, 2021.
The agenda of the meeting is to elect the Nominating and Auditing Committee members.
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We gratefully acknowledge and thank all the donors whose sponsorship of the 2022 St. Sarkis Calendar is greatly appreciated.
Founder $1,500.00
Mr. & Mrs. Santo & Seta Muradian
Mr. & Mrs. Sarkis & Adriana Nercessian
Pillar $750.00
Ms. Virginia L. Davies
Mr. Edward Kevorkian
Patron $500.00
Dr. David Avakian
Mr. & Mrs. Steve & Sorina Dumanian
Mr. James A. Puccio, Glascott Funeral Home
Mr. & Mrs. Zohrab & Seta Kalajian & Family
Drs. Arthur & Louiza Kubikian
Mr. Varouj Oghali
Donor $250.00
Mr. & Mrs. Karl & Alice Alajajian
Anonymous
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Mary Arslanian
Dr. & Mrs. Armand & Laura Asadourian
Mr. & Mrs. Haig & Emma Baklajian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Coharig Barsamian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Arpi Bekian
Mr. & Mrs. Berdj & Maria Benlian
Mr. & Mrs. Ohannes & Sonia Bezdikian
Dr. & Mrs. Aram & Rima Cazazian
Mr. & Mrs. Ruben & Hasmig Daglyan
Mr. & Mrs. Haig & Laura Giragosian
Mr. Berg Gokberg, Crown Findings Inc.
Dr. & Mrs. Hagop & Hilda Gorgissian
Mr. & Mrs. Varujan & Luiza Kalustian
Mrs. Anahid Kassabian
Mr. & Mrs. Leon & Aline Kassabian
Drs. Aram & Michelle Kirkorian
Mr. & Mrs. Eduard & Alina Kochoumian
Mr. & Mrs. Hagop & Ica Kouyoumdjian
Dr. & Mrs. Alex & Natalie Meneshian
Mr. & Mrs. Yeprem & Madeleine Nazarian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Elizabeth Ohannessian
Mr. & Mrs. Ohanes & Angela Ohannessian
Mr. & Mrs. Harry & Alice Seoylemezian
Mr. & Mrs. Garabed & Sofi Seoylemezian
Mrs. Nayda Voskerijian and Family
Mr. & Mrs. Mourad & Virginia Voskinarian
Supporter $150.00
Mr. & Mrs. Arman & Arpi Anasa
Mrs. Seda Andrikian
Mrs. Agavni Bodriguian
Dr. & Mrs. Kevork & Diane & Peter Boyadjian
Mrs. Therese Dakessian
Mrs. Gail D'Onofrio
Ms. Rose Giragossian
Mr. & Mrs. Garbis & Victoria Hagobian
Mrs. Nadia Hazarian
Mr. & Mrs. Yervant & Mary Jamgotchian
Mr. & Mrs. Kevork & Annie Kaladjian
Mr. & Mrs. Setrag & Annie Kazandjian
Mr. & Mrs. Vicken & Pamela Keshishian
Dr. & Mrs Louis & Elenne Najarian
Mr. & Mrs. Vartkes & Alice Savadjian
Mr. & Mrs. Tro & Maral Turbendian
Mr. & Mrs. Garo & Takie Varjabedian
$100.00
Mr. & Mrs. Ohannes & Maral Doghramadjian
Mr. & Mrs. Peter & Carol Moschovitis
$50.00
Mrs. Lusin Arakelyan
Mr. John Harutunian
Mr. & Mrs. Diran & Satenig Massarlian
Mr. Vartkes Mengouchian
Mr. & Mrs. Levon & Sandy Shamlian
$25.00
Mr. & Mrs. Hampo & Armen Alianakian
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HANDMADE POTTERY BY NOUNEH |
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MODERN & TRADITIONAL ARMENIAN DANCE LESSONS |
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Dear Parishioners,
Please send your requiem request, photos of newborns, baptism photos, wedding photos, and other announcements from sister organizations for the coming Sunday's E-bulletin no later than Thursday 12 noon.
All requests received after 12 noon on Thursday will be posted on the following week's E-bulletin.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.
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SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY |
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THE EPISTLE OF ST. PAUL TO THE PHILIPPIANS (4.8-24)
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again when I was in need. Not that I am looking for a gift, but I am looking for what may be credited to your account. I have received full payment and even more; I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me send greetings. All the saints send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar's household.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
ՊՕՂՈՍ ԱՌԱՔԵԱԼԻ ՆԱՄԱԿԷՆ ՓԻԼԻՊՊԵՑԻՆԵՐՈՒՆ (4.8-24)
Ի վերջոյ, եղբայրներ, խորհեցէք այն բաները որոնք ճշմարիտ են, պարկեշտ, արդար, մաքուր, սիրելի, բարեհամբաւ, առաքինի եւ գովելի: Եւ գործքով կատարեցէք այն ինչ որ ինձմէ սորվեցաք եւ ընդունեցիք, ինձմէ լսեցիք եւ իմ վրաս տեսաք. եւ Աստուած, որ խաղաղութիւն կու տայ, ձեզի հետ պիտի ըլլայ:
Մեծապէս ուրախացայ Տիրոջմով, որ վերջապէս ձեր միտքը ինկայ եւ ինձմով հետաքրքրուեցաք: Գիտեմ որ նախապէս ալ կը հետաքրքրուէիք ինձմով, բայց զայն արտայայտելու առիթը չունէիք: Ըսել չեմ ուզեր թէ բանի մը կարօտ եմ, որովհետեւ ես ունեցածովս գոհ ըլլալու վարժուած եմ: Չքաւորութիւն ալ ճանչցայ, առատութիւն ալ տեսայ: Վարժուեցայ ամէն տեսակի կացութիւններու եւ պայմաններու. թէ՛ կուշտ ըլլալու եւ թէ՛ անօթի մնալու, թէ՛ առատութեան եւ թէ՛ չքաւորութեան: Ամէն ինչ կրնամ տանիլ շնորհիւ Քրիստոսի որ զիս զօրացուց: Բայց լաւ ըրիք որ ինծի օգնեցիք նեղութեանս մէջ: Դուք ալ գիտէք, ո՜վ փիլիպպեցիներ, թէ սկիզբը երբ ես Մակեդոնիա եկայ Աւետարանը քարոզելու, ձեզմէ զատ ոեւէ ուրիշ եկեղեցի չմտածեց իր ստացած հոգեւոր բարիքներուն փոխարէն նիւթապէս ինծի օգնելու մասին. մինչ դուք մէկ-երկու անգամ մինչեւ իսկ Սելանիկ ղրկեցիք ինչ որ ինծի պէտք էր: Ո՛չ թէ ձեր տուածին մասին կը մտածեմ, այլ այն վարձատրութեան՝ որ ձեր հաշւոյն պիտի աւելնայ: Որովհետեւ ես ամէն ինչ ունիմ եւ աւելիով ունիմ, եւ Եպաֆրոդիտոսի ձեռքով ստացայ ձեր առատ նուէրները որոնք ոեւէ խունկէ աւելի անուշահոտ եւ ոեւէ զոհէ աւելի ընդունելի են Աստուծոյ, իր կամքին համաձայն ըլլալով: Թող ամենառատն Աստուած ինք փառաւորապէս հոգայ ձեր բոլոր պէտքերը, Քրիստոս Յիսուսի ձեռքով: Յաւիտեանս յաւիտենից փա՜ռք Աստուծոյ, մեր Հօրը: Ամէն:
Ողջոյն տուէք Քրիստոս Յիսուսի միացած բոլոր հաւատացեալներուն: Իմ հետս եղող եղբայրները կը բարեւեն ձեզ: Ձեզ կը բարեւեն նաեւ այստեղի բոլոր հաւատացեալները, մանաւանդ կայսեր ծառայութեան մէջ եղողները:
Տէր Յիսուս Քրիստոս իր շնորհքը պարգեւէ ձեր բոլորին: Ամէն:
THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST ACCORDING TO LUKE (11:1-13)
One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples."
He said to them, "When you pray, say: " 'Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come. Give us each day our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation.' "
Then he said to them, "Suppose one of you has a friend, and he goes to him at midnight and says, 'Friend, lend me three loaves of bread, because a friend of mine on a journey has come to me, and I have nothing to set before him.' "Then the one inside answers, 'Don't bother me. The door is already locked, and my children are with me in bed. I can't get up and give you anything.' I tell you, though he will not get up and give him the bread because he is his friend, yet because of the man's boldness he will get up and give him as much as he needs.
"So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.
"Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!"
ՅԻՍՈՒՍ ՔՐԻՍՏՈՍԻ ԱՒԵՏԱՐԱՆԸ ԸՍՏ ՂՈՒԿԱՍԻ (11.1-13)
Պատահեցաւ որ Յիսուս տեղ մը կ՚աղօթէր: Երբ աղօթելը վերջացուց, իր աշակերտներէն մէկը ըսաւ. «Տէր, մեզի աղօթել սորվեցուր, ինչպէս որ Յովհաննէս իր աշակերտներուն սորվեցուց»:
Յիսուս ըսաւ. «Երբ կ՚աղօթէք, ըսէք.- Հայր մեր երկնաւոր, սրբաբանուի անունդ. թող գայ արքայութիւնդ. թող կատարուի քու կամքդ, ինչպէս որ երկինքի մէջ, այնպէս ալ երկրի վրայ: Ամենօրեայ մեր հացը շնորհէ մեզի օրէ օր: Եւ ներէ՛ մեր մեղքերը, քանի մենք ալ կը ներենք անոնց որոնք մեզի դէմ նոյնպէս յանցանք կը գործեն: Եւ թոյլ մի՛ տար որ փորձութեան մէջ իյնանք, այլ մեզ չարէն ազատէ»:
Եւ ապա շարունակեց. «Ենթադրենք թէ ձեզմէ մէկը բարեկամ մը ունի, որուն կը դիմէ գիշեր ատեն ու կ՚ըսէ. "Բարեկամ, ինծի երեք հաց փոխ տուր, որովհետեւ ճամբորդ բարեկամ մը տունս իջեւանեցաւ եւ ես հրամցնելիք բան չունիմ": Անիկա ներսէն կը պատասխանէ ըսելով. "Մի՛ յոգնեցներ զիս. դռները արդէն իսկ գոցած եմ եւ փոքրիկներս քովս անկողինին մէջ են. հետեւաբար չեմ կրնար ելլել տալ քեզի":
Վստահ եղէք, որ նոյնիսկ եթէ բարեկամութեան սիրոյն չելլէ եւ անոր ուզածը չտայ, սակայն թախանձանքներուն տեղի տալով պիտի կատարէ անոր խնդրանքը: Եւ ես կ՚ըսեմ ձեզի. խնդրեցէք Աստուծմէ եւ պիտի տայ ձեզի, փնտռեցէք եւ պիտի գտնէք, բաղխեցէք եւ պիտի բացուի ձեզի: Որովհետեւ խնդրողը պիտի ստանայ, փնտռողը պիտի գտնէ եւ բաղխողին առջեւ դուռը պիտի բացուի: Ձեր մէջ կա՞յ հայր մը, որուն զաւակը ձուկ ուզէ եւ ինք ձուկի փոխարէն օձ տայ եւ կամ կարիճ տայ՝ երբ զաւակը հաւկիթ խնդրէ: Արդ, դուք որ այսքան չար էք եւ գիտէք ձեր զաւակներուն լաւ պարգեւներ տալ, վստահ եղէք որ ձեր երկնաւոր Հայրը շատ աւելի լաւ պարգեւ մը` Սուրբ Հոգին պիտի տայ անոնց, որոնք իրեն կը դիմեն»:
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FEAST OF ALL SAINTS
On Saturday, November 20, the Armenian Church commemorates the Feast of All Saints, Old and New, Known and Unknown. This is the holiday that compensates for any sins of omission in the list of saints remembered by the Church. The western churches celebrate All Saints Day on November 1. In the Armenian Church tradition, the date is variable depending on the season of the Cross. It can occur in late October or in November. This commemoration is rooted in the belief that there are many saints who are not known to us. Therefore, on this day, all saints are honored.
PRESENTATION OF THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD TO THE TEMPLE
On Sunday, November 21, the Armenian Church commemorates the Presentation of the Holy Mother of God to the Temple (Undzayoum Sourp Asdvadzadzin), one of the eight feast days devoted to Mary in the Armenian liturgical calendar. The doctrine of the Holy Mother as “Mother-of-God” (Asdvadzamayr) and Bearer-of-God (Asdvadzadzin) was established in the fifth century at the Holy Ecumenical Council of Ephesus.
The Feast of the Presentation of the Holy Mother of God to the temple at the age of three is always commemorated on November 21. She remained in the house of God for twelve years, emerging at the age of fifteen with purity and wholesomeness. During her twelve years in the temple she acquired the knowledge and religion of the greatest scholars, usually denied to female children in those days. The high priest entrusted with the care of Mary was Zachariah, the father of John the Baptist.
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- Mr. JORA NALBANDIAN, passed on Sunday, October 31, 2021. Wake service was held on Monday, November 15, 2021 and Funeral services were held on Tuesday, October 16, 2021, all at St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
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-Mrs. Alice Kadehjian, Mr. Sarkis Kadehjian and Miss Shakeh Kadehjian Request requiem service for the soul of their beloved son and brother KEVORK KADEHJIAN (1st year memorial service). Also for the soul of their beloved uncle LEVON KADEHJIAN (1st year memorial service).
-Mrs. Seta Kadian, Mr. & Mrs. Sarkis & Azad Mkryan and children Mikayel, Nicholas and Alex, Mr. & Mrs. Souren & Veronique Anastasian and children Haig & Taleen Request requiem service for the soul of their beloved husband, father and grandfather JACK KADIAN (5th year memorial service).
- Ms. Nairy & Ms. Margaret Sarkissian Request requiem service for the soul of their beloved parents ASADOUR RIZK (42nd year memorial service) and AZADOUHI SARKISSIAN (6th year memorial service). Also for the soul of their beloved brother ANTRANIG SARKISSIAN (12th year memorial service).
-Mrs. Maggie Thomasian Request requiem service for the souls of her beloved relatives ASADOUR RIZK SARKISSIAN (42nd year memorial service), AZADOUHI SARKISSIAN (6th year memorial service) and ANTRANIG SARKISSIAN (12th year memorial service).
-Ms. Ani Yessayan, Mr. Sirun Yessayan and Ms. Arev Sarkissian Request requiem service for the souls of their beloved parents, sister and cousin ANTRANIG and ARCHO YESSAYAN, beloved uncle and brother YERVANT SARKISSIAN. Also for the soul of VAHAN PALULIAN.
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-November 26, 2021: Thanks Giving Dinner Dance
-December 5, 2121: General Membership Meeting
-December 17, 2021: 3rd Annual Christmas Party Salt & Light Youth Group & AYF NY "Hayortik"
-November 21, 2021: Sunday School
-December 5, 2021: Sunday School
-December 18, 2021: Saturday School Christmas Hantes
-December 19, 2021: Sunday School
-December 26, 2021: Deacons' Ordination at St. Sarkis Church
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The Ladies Guild Coffee hour will be held in the Pagoumian Hall and is hosted by:
Armine Boyadjian
Nayda Voskerijian
Zaghig Callian
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THE CHILDREN OF MARTYRED FATHERS NEED US
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THE CHILDREN OF MARTYRED FATHERS NEED US
New lists of war orphans are coming to us through the St. Nerses the Great Organization office in Yerevan. Currently, 71 orphans from fathers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the war in Artsakh are registered in the waiting list of the St. Nerses the Great Organization in Yerevan, along with other 11 orphans with heartbreaking stories. We appeal to the generosity of our fellow Armenians to sponsor one or more of them.
Click here for online sponsorship of minors up to the age of 18.
Click here for online sponsorship of orphans who become students at a higher education institution upon turning 18.
You can always contact the Prelacy by email (sophie@armenianprelacy.org) or telephone (212-689-7810) for the sponsorship of both minors and university students in the program of the St. Nerses the Great Organization in Armenia.
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Adds From Sister Organizations
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Address: 38-65 234th Street,
Douglaston, NY 11363
Phone:(718) 224-2275
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