PRESS RELEASE
Eastern Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
138 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
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Contact: Iris Papazian
July 5, 2007
ST. GREGORY OF DATEV SUMMER INSTITUTE
IN FULL SWING IN PENNSYLVANIA
Seventy-seven participants, with their instructors and advisors, have
enjoyed a week-long intense immersion in learning and recreation as is
evident from the following photographs that have been transmitted to us from
the St. Mary of Providence Center in Pennsylvania where the Institute is
currently in session. Yesterday, on the fourth of July, the Datevatzis were
treated to a lavish picnic prepared and hosted by Mrs. Asdghig Kazanjian of
Philadelphia’s Armenian Delight. Shish Kebob with all the trimmings and much
more were enjoyed by all.
PRELATE ATTENDS HMEM OLYMPIC GAMES
On Tuesday and Wednesday, July 3 and 4, Archbishop Oshagan attended the HMEM
Olympics in Detroit, Michigan. His Eminence offered prayers and messages
during the banquet and the closing ceremonies. Hundreds of athletes from
various parts of the United States and Canada participated.
PRELATE WILL BE WITH DATEV ON SATURDAY
Archbishop Oshagan will spend Saturday, July 7, with the Datevatzis in
Pennsylvania. He will attend the seminar led by Father Paul Tarazi,
Professor of Old Testament at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary,
and spend time with the Datevatzis as they conclude their week-long
experience.
DIVINE LITURGY ON SUNDAY IN PHILADELPHIA
On Sunday, July 8, Archbishop Oshagan will preside over the Divine Liturgy
at St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Philadelphia. Bishop Anoushavan
Tanielian will officiate, assisted by the pastor Rev. Fr. Nerses Manoogian.
Attending the Liturgy will be the seventy-seven Datev students. A picnic
lunch hosted by the Armenian Relief Society will bring the 2007 Datev
program to an end.
TWELVE APOSTLES OF CHRIST AND
SAINT PAUL THE THIRTEENTH APOSTLE
This Saturday, July 7, the Armenian Church commemorates the lives of the
twelve apostles of Christ and Saint Paul who is considered to be the
thirteenth apostle.
Christ selected twelve apostles to carry on His work and sent them to preach
and to baptize converts all over the world (Mt. 28:19-20). Christ gave the
title "apostle" which derives from the Greek word meaning "to send." The
apostles dedicated their lives to spreading the Word and fulfilling the
sacred mission entrusted to them. Paul, the "thirteenth apostle," was
initially a great enemy of the Christians, but had a vision on the road to
Damascus and became a fervent Christian and was subsequently responsible in
large measure for the rapid spread of Christianity. Most of the New
Testament (aside from the Gospels) is from the writings of Paul.
BAREKENTAN OF THE FAST OF TRANSFIGURATION
This Sunday, July 8, is the barekentan of the Fast of the Transfiguration.
The period of fasting for the Feast of the Transfiguration which is on
Sunday, July 15, is five days.
IN CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR OF THE ARMENIAN LANGUAGE.
To read the message of His Holiness in Armenian click
.
To read the message of His Holiness in English click
His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia, has
designated 2007 as the Year of the Armenian Language. In celebration of this
year-long tribute, each week we will offer an interesting tidbit about the
Armenian language and literature:
"The work of the translators was by n o means confined to the Bible. During
this period a large number of talented and promising students were sent
abroad to renowned centers of learning. Their mission was to become
proficient in Syriac, Greek, and Latin, languages that were, at the time,
crucial to theological and ecclesiastical scholarship. After undergoing
rigorous training, these scholars returned to Armenia fully qualified,
bringing with them an invaluable collection of religious, historical,
philosophical, literary, and scientific works; they then set themselves to
the arduous task of translating these works into Armenian."
The Heritage of Armenian Literature, Volume 1, Wayne State University Press
DAILY BIBLE READINGS
Bible readings for today, July 5, are: 2 Kings 13:14-21; 1 Corinthians
2:6-10; Luke 4:25-30.
This punishment by the majority is enough for such a person; so now instead
you should forgive and console him, so that he may not be overwhelmed by
excessive sorrow. So I urge you to reaffirm your love for him. I wrote for
this reason: to test you and to know whether you are obedient in everything.
What I have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, has been for your sake in
the presence of Christ. 1 Corinthians 2:6-10.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July 1-8-St. Gregory of Datev Institute, 21st annual summer Christian
studies program for junior and senior high school students, at St. Mary of
Providence Center in Elverson, Pennsylvania. For information click
July 7-St. Gregory Church, Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, gathering at the
home of the parish priest, Rev. Father Bedros Shetilian.
July 9 to July 20-St. Sarkis Church Summer Camp, Douglaston, New York, for
ages 5 to 12. Prayers and hymns, Armenian classes, introduction to the
bible, arts and crafts, sports, and much more. Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to
3:00 pm. Lunch and snack will be served. Summer camp is sponsored by Mr. and
Mrs. Antranig and Marion Boudakian. Enrollment limited to 30 students.
Registration deadline June 5. Minimum donation $75. For information,
718-224-2275.
July 21-Sts. Vartanantz Church Ladies Guild, Providence, Rhode Island, and
ARS Ani Chapter present "A Hye Summer Night 2." For information
401-286-8107.
August 7-Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual golf
tournament at Blackstone Country Club. For information
or 508-234-3677.
August 12-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island, annual church
picnic at Camp Haiastan, Franklin, Massachusetts. For information
401-831-6399.
August 19-Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual
church picnic. For information or 508-234-3677.
September 9-Annual picnic of St. Gregory Church of Merrimack Valley at
American Legion Grounds in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
September 25-Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, Worcester,
Massachusetts, 4th annual golf outing at Juniper Hill Golf Course,
Northboro, Massachusetts. Registration at 8 am. Tee off at 9 am. $125
includes golf cart, dinner and prizes. For information 508-852-2414.
September 27-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey, 5th Annual Golf
Outing at River Vale Country Club, River Vale, New Jersey. Registration
begins at 11 a.m. and tee time at 1 p.m. For information, 201-943-2950.
September 29-Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, 50th
anniversary banquet at Pleasant Valley. For information
or 508-234-3677.
October 21-St. Gregory the Illuminator Church, Philadelphia, celebrating the
20th anniversary of the ordination of Rev. Fr. Nerses Manoogian, under the
auspices of the Prelate, Archbishop Oshagan. For information
or 215-482-9200.
November 4-37th anniversary of St. Gregory Church of Merrimack Valley and
ordination of Nishan Dagley to the office of acolyte and stole bearer.
Presided over by His Grace Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian, Vicar General of the
Prelacy.
November 10-11-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island, annual
"Armenian Fest," at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet, Cranston, Rhode Island. For
information 401-831-6399.
December 1-Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual
church bazaar. For information or 508-234-3677.
December 9-St. Stephen’s Church, Watertown, Massachusetts, 50th anniversary
celebration. For information, (617) 924-7562.
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