Sat, Jan 9 2010
Minister Kenney issues statement recognizing the celebration of
Christmas by Armenian Orthodox Christians
PRESS OFFICE
Diocese of the Armenian Church of Canada
Contact: Dn. Hagop Arslanian, Assistant to the Primate
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Ottawa, January 6, 2010 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following
statement on the celebration of Christmas by Armenian Orthodox Christians:
"I am pleased to extend my warmest wishes to Armenian Orthodox Christians
as they celebrate Christmas today.
"For more than 1700 years, Armenian Orthodox Christians have celebrated
Christmas on January 6, a day that – coinciding with the Epiphany –
commemorates both the birth and baptism of Christ.
"Christmas is a time of profound importance and a time when rich cultural
and religious traditions are observed. Armenian Orthodox Christians mark
the holiday by attending church services in their communities, visiting
family, and gathering for festive meals on Christmas Day.
"During this season of hope and joy, I reflect on our great fortune in
living in a country that embraces diversity and finds strength, stability,
and unity in the coming together of the many cultures and faiths of the
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"As Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, I offer my
best wishes to Armenian Orthodox Christians during their Christmas
celebration, and throughout this new year."
09 Jan 2010 by Press Office