Western Prelacy News – 06/07/2013

June 7, 2013
Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate
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La Crescenta, CA 91214
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PRELATE TO PARTICIPATE IN CATHOLICOSATE
GENERAL ASSEMBLY IN ANTELIAS

On Wednesday, June 5, 2013, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian,
Prelate, departed for Lebanon where he will head the Western Prelacy
delegation at the Catholicosate General Assembly presided over by H.H.
Catholicos Aram I. The Assembly, which will be held from June 12 to
Saturday, June 15, at the Catholicosate in Antelias, will examine the
four-year reports of the Central Religious and Executive Councils. Also on
the agenda are discussions on the Armenian Genocide centennial, Christian
Education, youth activities, Armenian instruction, and ecumenical relations.
Fifteen delegates from the Western Prelacy will be participating in
the General Assembly.
In preparation for the General Assembly, on Tuesday, June 4 the
Prelate welcomed delegates to the Prelacy to review the agenda and related
issues.

PRELATE ATTENDS “ARARAT HOME” MONTHLY LUNCHEON SPONSORED BY THE ARS

On Tuesday, June 4, the Prelate attended the monthly luncheon of
“Ararat Home” in Mission Hills. This month’s luncheon was sponsored by the
Armenian Relief Society Regional Executive and individual families in memory
of their loved ones.
The Prelate was accompanied by Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchadourian.
The luncheon began with the blessing of the tables by the Prelate,
who also delivered his message on his occasion. His Eminence commended both
Ararat Home and the ARS for the love and care they provide to our Armenian
brothers and sisters of all ages through their social services, and thanked
the ARS and the guests in attendance for their continued encouragement of
Ararat Home’s mission to care for our elderly.

CASPS HONORS ARMENIAN STUDENTS FROM LAUSD

On Tuesday, June 4, the 7th annual reception honoring outstanding
Armenian students from LAUSD was held at Grant High School.
This event is organized annually by the Committee for Armenian
Students in Public Schools, which serves under the auspices of the Prelacy.
The annual reception honoring Armenian graduated from Glendale Unified
School District schools was held a few weeks earlier.
Very Rev. Fr. Muron Aznikian represented the Prelate at the
reception, during which he conveyed the blessings and congratulatory remarks
of His Eminence to the students.

38TH NAVASARTIAN GAMES VICTORY BANQUET KICK-OFF

On Thursday, June 6, the 38th Navasartian Games and Festival Victory
Banquet Kick-Off was held at Leon Bakery and Cafe in Glendale. Rev. Fr.
Ardak Demirjian represented the Prelate at the event.
The Victory Banquet will take place on Saturday, June 29 at the
Pasadena Convention Center. The 38th Navasartian Games and Festival will
begin on Wednesday, July 3rd at Birmingham High School and conclude on
Saturday, July 6 with the closing ceremony, parade of athletes and scouts,
and distribution of championship trophies.

ARS JAVAKHK FUND DINNER RECEPTION

On Friday, May 31st, a dinner reception organized by the Armenian
Relief Society Javakhk Fund Committee was held at the Armenian Society of
Los Angeles. The event, held under the auspices of the ARS-Western US
Regional Executive, benefitted the Akhalkalak and Akhaltskha Youth Centers
and other programs for the Armenians of Javakhk.
During the reception, Ms. Haigoush Kohler was honored with the ARS
Humanitarian Award, and Ms. Dikranoohy Roohinian was honored as a long-time
sponsor of the ARS Javakhk Fund
The Prelate attended the reception and conveyed his message,
praising the vital work of the ARS and commending the dedicated members and
the evening’s honorees for their service.

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