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 9/18/2022
Բ․ ԿԻՐԱԿԻ ԽԱՉՎԵՐԱՑԻ - Second Sunday of the Exaltation
(Eve of the Fast of the Holy Cross of Varak)
Sunday Reading:
Isaiah 14:3-17; 2 Corinthians 10:18-11:10; Mark 10:1-12
Join us in worship this Sunday
Morning Service 10:00 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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On Sunday, September 11, on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, the Divine Liturgy at St. Sarkis Church was followed with "Antasdan" service (Blessing of the fields), during which the Cross was adorned with the basil and the four corners of the Church were blessed as a symbol of all the World.
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CATHOLICOS ARAM I: ALL-ARMENIAN AND POPULAR RESISTANCE AGAINST THE BARBARISM OF AZERBAIJAN (Crossroad) |
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His Holiness Catholicos Aram I issued a statement calling on the Armenian people in the homeland and all over the world to stand up to the renewed aggression launched by Azerbaijan, attacking Vardenis, Goris, Sotk, and Jermuk on Tuesday, Sept. 13. The unprovoked attack by Azerbaijan has left at least 105 soldiers dead and four civilians have been injured. The enemy also shelled houses and civilian infrastructure. We provide the full text of His Holiness’ statement below.
Yes, all-Armenian and popular resistance against racist, bloodthirsty, and bellicose Azerbaijan. There is no other choice:
When with the 4-day and 44-day wars and continuous attacks Azerbaijan tries to rob our people of their right to an independent and peaceful life;
When Azerbaijan ignores international law in wartime and during a ceasefire, and makes use of inhumane and evil means;
When it scorns political negotiations and tries to impose itself through the force of arms;
When it tries to impose its views over the international community itself with its irresponsible approach, bellicose ways, and violent means…
No, it is not possible to admit the ongoing crime of the present-day genocidaire who prides himself with innocent victims and war prisoners;
No, it is not possible to admit the ambitions of Azerbaijan that threaten the territorial integrity and security of Armenia through the use of violent force;
No, it is not possible to admit the irresponsible attitude of a state that hurts the dignity of our people through uncivilized means.
In this critical situation that endangers the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Armenia,
It is necessary to knock on the doors of all friendly and non-friendly countries, nearby and faraway leaders, regional or international organizations;
It is necessary to pull off the veil of impunity from Azerbaijan through legal means;
It is necessary to sound the bell of an all-Armenian and popular resistance along with the Armenian army. This is the fair right of our people. The collective resistance of a people called to maintain its existence, independence, and security is an indivisible part of their human rights.
Azerbaijan must know that, beside Armenia and Artsakh, the Diaspora is before him, our entire people with its whole potential. Therefore, it cannot bend the collective will of our people.
Azerbaijan must know that, according to the ancient dictum of our people, “he who does not listen to words, listens to a stick.”
In fact, Azerbaijan does not want to understand the language of words in the present civilized world. Therefore, it is necessary to speak with the language of the stick, resorting to popular resistance with all means, in all realms and at all levels.
It is necessary to resort to an all-Armenian resistance, consolidating our internal unity with a meeting of leaders of Armenia, Artsakh and the Diaspora as soon as possible, and the gathering of all the potential of our entire nation.
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CALLING ALL PARISHIONERS! |
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We are so proud that each member of our thriving St. Sarkis community possesses unique talents, expertise, and interests. Participation by each and every one of you makes an impact on us all. As our parish grows, so do our needs for your participation and impact. With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits and fulfillment from volunteering with your fellow parishioners can be enormous. If you are interested in joining any of our team efforts for activities such as annual picnic planning, Saturday and Sunday school activities, choir membership --- we appreciate your help! Also, if you’d like to recommend and plan an activity, we’d love to hear from you and see how we can help make it happen. Please feel free to reach out to Annita Nerses (annitanerses@aol.com, 914-523-2956) or the Church office (stsarkischurch@gmail.com, 718-224-2275)
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ST. SARKIS CHURCH ANNUAL PICNIC |
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Dear Parishioners and Friends,
Saint Sarkis Church welcomes you to its traditional Annual Picnic, which will be held on September 25, 2022. As in past years, this picnic promises to be a memorable day in the company of dear friends, savoring delicious food, listening to and dancing to great music, watching children enjoy various activities, or simply just spending a special day with our St. Sarkis Family. While its success depends on the tireless efforts of the organizing committee and volunteers, your financial support can also play an important role in sponsoring various stations and activities. There are many expenses associated with the picnic, and we are very thankful for your generous support in past years and hope you will continue this tradition of giving.
Please join us in making this year’s picnic a memorable one!
Thank you again for your sponsorship, support, and generosity,
The Picnic Committee
Leadership Circle $500
Drs. Arthur & Louiza Kubikian
Mr. James Puccio (Glascott Funeral Home)
Patron Circle $400
Dr. David Avakian
Sustainer Circle $250
Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Arpi Bekian
Mr. & Mrs. Haig & Laura Giragosian
Mrs. Lynn & Ms. Marissa Jamie
Mr. & Mrs. Sarkis & Adrine Nercessian
Mr. & Mrs. Levon & Aline Kassabian
Supporter Circle $100
Mr. Berc Gokberk
Mr. & Mrs. Varujan & Luiza Kalustian
Mrs. Anita Masoian
Mrs. Anahid Kassabian
Mr. & Mrs. Vahe & Elsie Halajian
Donor Circle $50
Ms. Mary & Ms. Dorothy Papazian
Mrs. Lolita Babikian
Dr. & Mrs. Stephen & Liza Andreopoulos
Donor Circle Under $50
Mr. & Mrs. Edmund & Tamara Gregorian
Beverage Fountain $250 (Two sponsors)
Mr. & Mrs. Karl & Alice Alajajian
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis & Annita Nerses Kurpius
Grill & Serve $250 (Eight sponsors)
Mr. & Mrs. Yeprem & Madeleine Nazarian
Mr. Varouj Oghali
Kids Activities $250 (one sponsor)
Mr. & Mrs. Eduard & Alina Kochoumian
Mrs. Nayda Voskerijian
Bistro Café & Pastries $200 (Two sponsors)
Mr. & Mrs. Setrag & Annie Kazandjian
Mr. & Mrs. Garo & Vicky Hagobian
Mr. & Mrs. Aram & Artemis Zobian
Mr. Areg Pogosyan
Espresso/Smoothie Bar $100 (Four sponsors)
Drs. Aram & Michelle Kirkorian
Mr. & Mrs. Tro & Maral Turbendian
The Sound of Music $100 (Four sponsors)
Mrs. Gail D’Onofrio
Helping Hands $100 (Four sponsors)
Mrs. Varsenne Sarkissian
Mrs. Mary Arslanian
Tent/Tables Rental $100 (Nine supporters)
Mr. & Mrs. Ghevont & Lydia Baghdassarian
Ms. Diane Piranian
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ST. SARKIS SATURDAY SCHOOL |
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SALT & LIGHT SENIOR & JUNIOR YOUTH GROUP |
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A COUPLE'S RETREAT FOR MARRIED,
ENGAGED AND DATING COUPLES
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LITURGICAL CALENDAR
(From Crossroads: E-Newsletter of the Armenian Prelacy)
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PAREGENTAN OF THE HOLY CROSS OF VARAK
This Sunday, September 18, is the Paregentan (Eve) of the Fast of the Holy Cross of Varak. Monday to Friday are fasting days leading up to next Sunday, September 26, when the Feast of the Holy Cross of Varak will be commemorated.
FEASTS OF SAINTS FEBRONIA, MARIANA, AND SHOUSHAN
Next Tuesday, September 21, the Armenian Church remembers Febronia, Mariana, and Shoushan. The best known of the three is Shoushan, daughter of Vartan Mamigonian and great-granddaughter of Sahag Bartev. She was educated under the tutelage of St. Sahag and her grandmother, Sahaganoosh. Her father’s life and martyrdom influenced her to become a devout and faithful Christian. Her birth name was Varteny, but she was called Shoushan because of her extraordinary piety. She was married to Vazken, a son of a Georgian king, and had three sons and a daughter. After the death of her father-in-law, her husband became power hungry, went to Persia, renounced the Christian faith and returned to Georgia with another wife, and tried to force Shoushan to renounce her Christian faith. Even after years of imprisonment and torture she refused to renounce the faith for which her father had fought so valiantly.
Febronia was a nun of extraordinary beauty at Nisibis in Mesopotamia. She was offered to be spared from persecution and torture if she renounced her religion. She refused and was brutally martyred.
Although the daughter of idol worshippers, Mariana was raised by a woman who was secretly a Christian and was baptized at the age of twelve. At the age of fifteen she confessed to her father that she was a Christian. She refused to renounce her religion, and refused the offer of marriage by a local official telling him that she was “married to Christ.” She was tortured and martyred.
Next Tuesday, September 20, the Armenian Church remembers Febronia, Mariana, and Shoushan. The best known of the three is Shoushan, daughter of Vartan Mamigonian and great-granddaughter of Sahag Bartev. She was educated under the tutelage of St. Sahag and her mother, Sahaganoush. Her father’s life and martyrdom influenced her to become a devout and faithful Christian. Her birth name was Varteny, but she was called Shoushan because of her extraordinary piety. She was married to Vazken, a son of a Georgian king, and had three sons and a daughter. After the death of her father-in-law, her husband became power hungry, went to Persia, renounced the Christian faith and returned to Georgia with another wife, and tried to force Shoushan to renounce her Christian faith. Even after years of imprisonment and torture she refused to renounce the faith for which her father had fought so valiantly.
Febronia was a nun of extraordinary beauty at Nisibis in Mesopotamia. She was offered to be spared from persecution and torture if she renounced her religion. She refused and was brutally martyred.
Although the daughter of idol worshippers, Mariana was raised by a woman who was secretly a Christian and was baptized at the age of twelve. At the age of fifteen she confessed to her father that she was a Christian. She refused to renounce her religion and refused the offer of marriage by a local official telling him that she was “married to Christ.” She was tortured and martyred.
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SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY |
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THE SECOND EPISTLE OF ST. PAUL TO THE CORINTHIANS (10.18 - 11.10)
For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.
I hope you will put up with a little of my foolishness; but you are already doing that. I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. I promised you to one husband, to Christ, so that I might present you as a pure virgin to him. But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent's cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ. For if someone comes to you and preaches a Jesus other than the Jesus we preached, or if you receive a different spirit from the one you received, or a different gospel from the one you accepted, you put up with it easily enough. But I do not think I am in the least inferior to those "super-apostles." I may not be a trained speaker, but I do have knowledge. We have made this perfectly clear to you in every way.
Was it a sin for me to lower myself in order to elevate you by preaching the gospel of God to you free of charge? I robbed other churches by receiving support from them so as to serve you. And when I was with you and needed something, I was not a burden to anyone, for the brothers who came from Macedonia supplied what I needed. I have kept myself from being a burden to you in any way, and will continue to do so. As surely as the truth of Christ is in me, nobody in the regions of Achaia will stop this boasting of mine.
ՊՕՂՈՍ ԱՌԱՔԵԱԼԻ ԵՐԿՐՈՐԴ ՆԱՄԱԿԸ ԿՈՐՆԹԱՑԻՆԵՐՈՒՆ (10.18 - 11.10)
Իսկապէս ընտրուածը ան չէ՛ որ ինքզինք կը գովէ, այլ ան՝ որ Տիրոջ կողմէ կը գովուի:
Սակայն կը յուսամ քիչ մը ներողամիտ կ’ըլլաք, եթէ անմտօրէն ես ալ պարծենամ, ըրածներս յիշեցնելով ձեզի: Իսկ դուք համբերութեամբ լսեցէք:
Ես ձեզի հանդէպ Աստուծոյ նախանձախնդրութեամբ լեցուած՝ կ’ուզեմ որ միայն Քրիստոսը սիրէք, ինչպէս մաքուր կոյս մը որ իր սէրը կը վերապահէ անոր՝ որ իր ամուսինը պիտի ըլլայ: Բայց կը վախնամ որ ձեր միտքը ապականի եւ հեռանաք Քրիստոսի հանդէպ ամբողջական եւ մաքուր նուիրումէն, ճիշդ ինչպէս Եւան խաբուեցաւ օձին խորամանկ սուտերէն: Կը վախնամ որ նոյնքան դիւրութեամբ ընդունիք ո՛եւէ մէկը՝ որ մեր քարոզածէն տարբեր փրկիչ մը, ձեր ստացած Հոգիէն տարբեր հոգի մը, կամ ձեր ընդունած Աւետարանէն տարբեր աւետարան մը կը քարոզէ ձեզի:
Չեմ գիտեր թէ ես ձեր այդ նշանաւոր «առաքեալ»ներէն բանով մը ետ կը մնա՞մ: Թէպէտ ճարտար խօսող մը չեմ, բայց խօսածս գիտեմ: Եւ կարծեմ ատիկա ապացուցանեցի ձեզի ամէն ինչով: Արդեօք մե՞ղք գործեցի, որ Աստուծոյ Աւետարանը ձրիօրէն քարոզեցի ձեզի եւ ինքզինքս խոնարհեցուցի՝ ձեզ բարձրացնելու համար: Ձեւով մը միւս եկեղեցիները կողոպտած եղայ, ապրուստս անոնցմէ առնելով, որպէսզի ձեզի ծառայեմ ձրիօրէն: Ձեր քով եղած ատենս նոյնիսկ երբ կարիքի մէջ եղայ, ձեզմէ ոեւէ մէկուն բեռ չեղայ. Մակեդոնիայէն եկած եղբայրները հոգացին պէտքերս: Եւ ինչպէս անցեալին զգուշացայ, ասկէ ետք եւս ամէն կերպով պիտի զգուշանամ ձեզի բեռ ըլլալէ: Բայց Քրիստոսի ճշմարտութեամբը, որ իմ ներսիդիս է, կ’ըսեմ՝ թէ այս բաներով պիտի պարծենամ ամբողջ Աքայիայի մէջ, բոլորին պատմելով:
THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRISTACCORDING TO ST. MARK (10.1-12)
Jesus then left that place and went into the region of Judea and across the Jordan. Again crowds of people came to him, and as was his custom, he taught them.
Some Pharisees came and tested him by asking, "Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife?"
"What did Moses command you?" he replied.
They said, "Moses permitted a man to write a certificate of divorce and send her away."
"It was because your hearts were hard that Moses wrote you this law," Jesus replied. "But at the beginning of creation God 'made them male and female.' 'For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.' So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate."
When they were in the house again, the disciples asked Jesus about this. He answered, "Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery against her. And if she divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery."
ՅԻՍՈՒՍ ՔՐԻՍՏՈՍԻ ԱՒԵՏԱՐԱՆԸ ԸՍՏ ՄԱՐԿՈՍԻ (10.1-12)
Յիսուս հոնկէ ելլելով, եկաւ Հրէաստանի սահմանները, Յորդանան գետին դիմացի կողմը, եւ դարձեալ ժողովուրդը խռնուեցաւ իր շուրջ, եւ ինք իր սովորութեան համաձայն նորէն անոնց կ’ուսուցանէր:
Փարիսեցիները Յիսուսը փորձելու մտադրութեամբ մօտեցան անոր եւ հարցուցին.
– Մեր Օրէնքին համաձայն մէկը իրաւունք ունի՞ իր կինը արձակելու:
Յիսուս անոնց պատասխանեց.
– Մովսէս ի՞նչ օրէնք սահմանեց ձեզի:
Անոնք պատասխանեցին.
– Մովսէս մեզի արտօնութիւն տուաւ բաժանման թուղթ տալու կնոջ եւ արձակելու զայն:
Յիսուս ըսաւ անոնց.
– Մովսէս ձեր խստասրտութեան պատճառով այդ օրէնքը սահմանեց: Սակայն սկիզբէն, արարածներու ստեղծագործութեան ժամանակ, Աստուած «արու եւ էգ ստեղծեց մարդիկը» եւ ըսաւ անոնց. «Այս պատճառով այրը պիտի ձգէ իր հայրն ու մայրը եւ իր կնոջ միանայ, եւ երկուքը մէկ մարմին պիտի ըլլան»: Հետեւաբար այլեւս երկու չեն, այլ՝ մէկ մարմին: Արդ, ոեւէ մէկը թող չբաժնէ անոնք՝ որ Աստուած միացուց:
Տան մէջ աշակերտները դարձեալ նոյն նիւթին շուրջ հարցուցին Յիսուսի: Անիկա պատասխանեց.
– Ով որ իր կինը արձակէ եւ ուրիշ մը առնէ՝ շնութիւն ըրած կ’ըլլայ առաջինին դէմ: Կինն ալ, եթէ իր ամուսինէն արձակուելէն ետք ուրիշի մը հետ ամուսնանայ՝ կը շնայ:
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-Mrs. Anjel Ohanian, Ms. Newheart and Charlie Ohanian, Mr. & Mrs. Mattew and Lena Tumminello and children Gianni and Luca, Mr. & Mrs. Abraham and Elisa Ohanian and children Matteo, Enzo & Romeo Mr. Gary Ohanian Mr. Khatchig Basmadjian, and Mr. Raffi Basmadjian request requiem service for the soul of their beloved son, brother, uncle, Godfather, nephew and cousin MASIS OHANIAN (1st-year memorial service).
- Mr. & Mrs. Noubar and Sevan Basmadjian and Mr. Aram Basmadjian request requiem service for the soul of their beloved nephew and cousin MASIS OHANIAN (1st-year memorial service).
-Mrs. Maggie Thomasian request requiem service for the soul of MASIS OHANIAN (1st-year memorial service).
-Dr. Tatyana Ulubabova, Mr. Levon Ulubabov and Mr. SimonSarkis Ulubabov request requiem service for the soul of their beloved father and grandfather SERGEY ULUBABOV (23rd-year memorial service).
-Mrs. Sosi Vartanian and family request requiem service for the soul of MASIS OHANIAN (1st-year memorial service).
-Mrs. Lidoush Hambarsoumian, Mr. Victor and Mr. Shant Hambarsoumian, Ms. Sirvart and Ms. Ano Hambarsoumian request requiem service for the soul of their beloved husband, father and brother ARSEN HAMBARSOUMIAN (40th day memorial service).
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The Ladies Guild Fellowship Hour will be held in Pagoumian Hall and is hosted by:
-Mrs. Nairy Zohrabian
-Mrs. Loucine Megherian
-Ms. Eliza Ohannessian
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- September 17, 2022: First Day of Armenian Saturday School
- September 25, 2022: Church Annual Picnic
- September 30, 2022: Salt & Light Seniors & Junior Youth Group
- October 2, 2022: Sunday School
- October 14, 2022: Salt & Light Seniors & Junior Youth Group
- October 16, 2022: Sunday School
- October 22-23, 2022: Salt & light Weekend Retreat
- October 29, 2022: Couple's Retreat
- October 30, 2022: Sunday School
- November 4, 2022: Salt & Light Senior & Junior Youth Group
- November 13, 2022: Sunday School
- November 18, 2022: Salt & Light Senior & Junior Youth Group
- November 20, 2022: Sunday School
- December 4, 2022: Sunday School
- December 9, 2022: Salt & light Senior & Junior Youth Group Christmas Party
- December 18, 2022: Sunday School
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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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ST. SARKIS CHURCH BASKETBALL |
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Adds From Sister Organizations
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I am Like You, a film by Haik Kocharian will premiere in New York on Friday, September 16, 2022, at 7:30 pm at the Cinema Village (22 East 12th St., New York) followed by a Q&A with the director and some of the cast.
The premiere is sold out. An additional Q&A with the director will be held after the Saturday, September 17, and Sunday, September 18, evening shows (6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.). The film will run for one week with four screenings per day and will close on September 23.
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St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church |
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Address: 38-65 234th Street,
Douglaston, NY 11363
Phone:(718) 224-2275
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