August 24, 2012
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
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A CALL TO ACTION IN SUPPORT OF THE
SYRIAN ARMENIAN COMMUNITY
On Friday, August 24, 2012, the Western Prelacy issued the following
correspondence to its parishes.
“We are all familiar with the escalating conflict in Syria and the
mounting humanitarian crisis faced by our Armenian brethren.
Heeding the call of H.H. Catholicos Aram I, the Armenian-American
community of the Western U.S. is contributing to the relief efforts and for
this purpose has formed a Joint Committee in Support of the Syrian Armenian
Community comprised of the spiritual leaders of the Apostolic, Catholic, and
Evangelical Churches, three political parties, and benevolent organizations.
We hereby urge our parishes to encourage the committee’s efforts and
begin actively working towards this cause by raising funds to assist in the
humanitarian relief effort beginning this Sunday, August 26. Donations will
be transferred to the Catholicosate of the Holy See of Cilicia by way of the
joint committee.
Please make checks payable to the “Syrian Armenian Relief Fund”,
P.O. Box 1948, Glendale, CA 91209-1948.”
PRELATE CONTINUES SCHOOL VISITS
At the start of the 2012-2013 academic year, H.E. Archbishop
Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate continues his visits to Prelacy Schools to
address the administration and students and convey his blessings for a
successful school year.
On Monday, August 20, 2012, the Prelate participated in the back to
school opening ceremony of Ferrahian High School in Encino and Holy Martyrs
Marie Cabayan Elementary School in North Hills.
The day began at the Encino campus, where the school principal,
administration, teachers, and students were gathered at “Avedissian” to
officially being the new school year. Participating in the ceremony were
Holy Martyrs Church Pastor Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchadourian, Executive Council
member Mr. Toros Kejejian, Board of Regents member Mr. Chris Keosian,
members of the school board, Holy Martyrs Church Board of Trustees Chair Mr.
Zeron Titizian and members, and representatives of local sister
organizations.
The invocation was delivered by Fr. Razmig, followed by the flag
ceremony. Principal Mr. John Kossakian delivered his welcoming remarks,
expressing his thanks to the staff and parents, and wishing the students a
successful year. The Prelate then delivered his message and blessings to
all for a productive academic year. His Eminence first gave thanks and
praise to Almighty God for having granted us yet another year to enrich and
enlighten the minds and spirits of our youth within the Armenian School
system. He spoke of the Armenian School as an institution of immense value
and importance to us all, a place where the Armenian identity is formed in
our young ones and where the Armenian language, culture, and spirit is
celebrated and instilled in generation after generation of our youth who are
being prepared to lead our nation in future years. Speaking on the Year of
the Armenian Book as proclaimed by His Holiness Catholicos Aram I, the
Prelate stated that ” it is vital for us all, educators, parents, church and
community leaders, to teach our youth the significance of books, to instill
in them a love of reading, and make sure that the Armenian Book becomes a
part of their daily lives, whether in school or at home.” The Prelate
concluded by praying for the Lord to continue to bless our schools,
educators, families, and communities, and guide us in fulfillment of our
duties to the proper instruction of our children and youth.
The Prelate, Principal, and school board members then headed to the
North Hills campus for the opening ceremony of Holy Martyrs Marie Cabayan
Elementary School. Opening and welcoming remarks were delivered by Mr. Tro
Tchekidjian, Assistant to the Principal. Remarks were also conveyed by the
Principal and Prelate.
On the morning of Friday, August 24, the Prelate visited Levon and
Hasmig Tavlian Pre-School in Pasadena where he presided over the opening of
the school year. St. Sarkis Church Pastor Rev. Fr. Khoren Babochian, Church
Board of Trustees and Ladies Guild members were among those in attendance.
Following the invocation by Fr. Khoren, the Prelate was invited to
deliver his message and well wishes to the administration and students.
School Director Mrs. Helen Manoucherian welcomed back the students
and parents, and invited the attendees to a reception to start the new year.
PRELATE CONVEYS HIS BLESSINGS FOR GREG KRIKORIAN’S CAMPAIGN FOR THE CA STATE
ASSEMBLY
On Sunday, August 26, 2012, a gala reception will be held at Arbat
Banquet Hall in Burbank in support of Greg Krikorian’s bid for the
California State Assembly 43rd District.
The event, featuring former California Governor George Deukmejian as
the honorary host, will officially kick-off Mr. Krikorian’s “Campaign to
Victory”. Following the primary election in June, Mr. Krikorian advanced to
the General Election which will be held on November 6.
St. Mary’s Church Pastor Rev. Fr. Ardak Demirjian will attend and
convey the Prelate’s well wishes and blessings.
From: Baghdasarian