September 16, 2006
PRESS RELEASE
Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate
6252 Honolulu Avenue
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Tel: (818) 248-7737
Fax: (818) 248-7745
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HOLY MASS AND MADAGHORKNEK ON THE
FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE CROSS
Sunday, September 17, is the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, and the
name day of Holy Cross Cathedral in Montebello.
On this feast day, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, will conduct Holy Mass and deliver the sermon at Holy Cross
Cathedral. Assisting at the altar will be Very Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian.
Following church services, the Prelate will officiate over madaghorhnek
services at `Baghramian’ Hall.
PRELATE MEETS WITH THE CENTRAL BOARD OF
THE ARMENIAN CHURCH YOUTH ASSOCIATION
On the evening of Tuesday, September 12, the Prelate met with the central
board of the Armenian Church Youth Association, to discuss issues of concern
to the youth. Accompanying the Prelate were Christian Education Department
Director Very Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian, and Rev. Vazken Atmajian, Pastor of
St. Mary’s Chruch.
PRELATE REPRESENTED AT THE UNVEILING OF THE ARMENIA FUND TELETHON LOGO
On the evening of Wednesday, September 13, the administrators of Armenia
Fund had organized a special reception at Alex Theatre in Glendale to unveil
the logo for this year’s telethon.
In attendance were Armenia Fund director Maria Mehranian,
members of Armenia Fund, Consul of the Republic of Armenia Arthur Mardoyan,
the mayors and city representatives of Glendale and La Canada, sponsors, and
representatives of various Armenian organizations.
Very Rev. Fr. Barthev Gulumian represented the Prelate.
Accompanying him were Rev. Vazken Atmajian, Rev. Ardag Demirjian, and Rev.
Gomidas Torossian, Pastors of St. Mary’s Church, and Rev. Nareg Pehlivania,
Pastor of Holy Cross Cathedral.
THE PRELATE VISITS OUR SCHOOLS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR
It has become a tradition that at the start of each academic year,
the Prelate visits Prelacy schools to convey his blessings and guidance to
the students and staff. On Wednesday, September 13, the Prelate visited
Levon & Hasmig Tavlian Pre-School in Pasadena. On the same day, the Prelate
visited Vahan & Anoush Chamlian School, On Thursday, September 14,
the Prelate visited Rose & Alex Pilibos High School. On Friday,
September 15, the Prelate visited Richard Tufenkian Pre-School, followed by
a visit to Mesrobian High School.
During all his visits, the Prelate was accompanied by the local
Parish Pastors, and was greeted warmly by the directors, principals, staff,
and students of each school. The Prelate also had the opportunity to visit
classrooms and personally convey his message and encouragement to the
students.
HAMAZKAYIN VALLEY CHAPTER CELEBRATES ITS 25th ANNIVERSARY, UNDER THE
AUSPICES OF THE PRELATE
On Sunday, September 17, the Hamazkayin San Fernando Valley `Barouyr Sevag’
Chapter will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a banquet held under the
auspices of the Prelate. The banquet, set to start at 5:00 p.m., will take
place at `Ojahk’ Restaurant in North Hollywood.
Very Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian will represent the Prelate and
convey his blessings.
ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF CRESCENTA VALLEY CELEBRATES ITS FIRST
ANNIVERSARY
On Friday, September 22, under the auspices of the Prelate, the Armenian
Apostolic Church of Crescenta Valley will celebrate the first anniversary of
its establishment at Brandview Collection in Glendale.
Very Rev. Fr. Barthev Gulumian will represent the Prelate.
Proceeds will be allocated to the parish’s projects.