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  • Eastern Prelacy: Crossroads E-Newsletter - 06/01/2006

    PRESS RELEASE
    Eastern Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America
    138 East 39th Street
    New York, NY 10016
    Tel: 212-689-7810
    Fax: 212-689-7168
    e-mail: [email protected]
    Website: http://www.armenianprelacy.org
    Contact: Iris Papazian

    JUNE 1, 2006

    V. REV. FR. ANOUSHAVAN TANIELIAN WILL BE
    ELEVATED TO BISHOP THIS SUNDAY
    V. Rev. Fr. Anoushavan Tanielian, Vicar General of the Eastern Prelacy,
    will be graced with the Episcopal consecration by His Holiness Aram I, this
    Sunday, June 4, at the Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator in Antelias,
    Lebanon. Archbishop Oshagan, the Prelate, is en route to Lebanon to
    participate in the ceremony.
    Hayr Anoushavan's service to the Armenian Church spans more than three
    decades. He was ordained to the rank of Deacon in 1968 by Bishop Karekin
    Sarkissian; to the rank of celibate priesthood by Archbishop Ardag Manougian
    in 1972. He received the Fourth Degree of Vartabed in 1974 by His Holiness
    Catholicos Khoren I and the Fourteenth Degree in 1988 by Archbishop Mesrob
    Ashjian. In 1996 he was given the honor to wear the Episcopal Mitre on Feast
    Days by Catholicos Aram I. A graduate of the Cilician See's Seminary in
    Lebanon, he holds degrees from the Near East School of Theology, Princeton
    Theological Seminary, and Columbia University, where he received his PhD
    degree in May 2003.

    IRAQI PRIMATES VISIT CILICIAN SEE
    His Holiness Aram I met with the primates of the Armenian and Syrian
    communities of Iraq on May 30. His Holiness and the Primate of the Diocese
    of the Armenian Church of Iraq, Archbishop Avak Assadourian and the Primate
    of the Syrian Orthodox Church of Baghdad and Basra, Mor Severios Hawa,
    discussed the situation in Iraq and particularly the difficulties that the
    Christian communities face.
    The Primates assured His Holiness that despite the ongoing lack of
    security in Iraq, the country's Christian communities are well organized.
    They noted, however, that due to the dire economic situation in Iraq, they
    need financial assistance. Although currently the Middle East Council of
    Churches (MECC) provides some assistance, the Primates asked His Holiness to
    advocate for increased support by the MECC during these difficult times.

    CATHOLICOS ARAM INVITED TO SPEAK AT NOTRE DAME
    His Holiness Aram I has been invited to be the keynote speaker at an
    international conference devoted to the theological-medical connection that
    will convene at Notre Dame University in December. Participating in the
    conference will be noted theologians, physicians, sociologists, and
    psychologists. The conference is intended to focus on the growing interest
    in the role of religion in medical care.

    ST. SARKIS CHURCH IN DOUGLASTON WILL CELEBRATE
    16TH ANNIVERSARY THIS SUNDAY
    This Sunday, June 4, St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston, New York, will
    celebrate the 16th anniversary of the new St. Sarkis Church and the first
    anniversary of their new pastor, Rev. Fr. Nareg Terterian. Luncheon and
    program will take place immediately after the Divine Liturgy. For
    information: 718-224-2275.

    SUMMER CAMP AT ST. SARKIS CHURCH
    St. Sarkis Church, Douglaston, NY, will provide a summer camp for
    children ages 5 to 12, for one week this summer, July 10 to 14, 9 am to 3
    pm. The program will include prayers and hymns, Armenian classes, Bible
    classes, and arts and crafts. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For
    information: 718-224-2275.

    TWO NEW BOOKS AT THE BOOKSTORE
    During the National Representative Assembly (NRA) two new books
    published by the Prelacy were presented on two separate evenings.
    On Tuesday, May 16, Light from Light: An Introduction to the History and
    Theology of the Armenian Church, by Michael B. Papazian, was presented at
    Sts. Vartanantz Church in Ridgefield, New Jersey, the hosts of the NRA.
    Archbishop Oshagan presented the book and author, after which Professor
    Papazian spoke briefly about how he came to write this book at the request
    of Archbishop Mesrob Ashjian, of blessed memory. This soft-cover 216-page
    book (including 16 pages of color photographs) is available at the Armenian
    Prelacy Bookstore for $15.00, plus shipping and handling.
    On Wednesday evening, May 17, delegates traveled to New York to visit
    St. Illuminator's Cathedral and the Prelacy offices, where another newly
    published book was presented. This book is the PhD dissertation of the late
    Archbishop Hrant Khatchadourian, who was the first Prelate of the Prelacy.
    Entitled, Historiography of Fifth Century Armenia, the book focuses on a
    group of authors who formed Armenia's fifth century literature, following
    the founding of the Armenian alphabet. These include: Goriun, Agathangeghos,
    Pavsdos Puzant, Movses Khorenatsi, Yeghisheh and Ghazar Parbetsi. Archbishop
    Oshagan presented the book and expressed his thanks to Archbishop Hrant's
    family for their support of this project. Attending this poignant occasion
    were relatives of the late Archbishop, including his brother, Antranig
    Khatchadourian, nieces and nephews and cousins. This hardcover, 164-page
    book is available at the Prelacy Bookstore for $15.00, plus shipping and
    handling.
    For information or to order either of these books contact the Bookstore,
    212-689-7810.

    SUNDAY IS PENTECOST (HOGEGALOUST)
    This Sunday, June 4, is Pentecost (Hogegaloust), which is celebrated
    fifty days after Easter. Jesus had commanded the apostles to, "Go therefore
    to all nations and make them my disciples," (Matthew 28:19). Christ
    recognized the difficulty of this great responsibility and had advised them
    not to begin their teaching mission until after the Descent of the Holy
    Spirit. In the Acts of the Apostles, we read that on the day of Pentecost,
    the apostles had gathered in one place, and that suddenly something that
    sounded like a strong wind filled the house in which they were assembled:
    "And there appeared to them flames like tongues of fire distributed among
    them and coming to rest on each one. They were all filled with the Holy
    Spirit and began to talk in other tongues, as the Spirit gave them power of
    utterance," (Acts 2:2-4).
    Many of the people in Jerusalem were from foreign lands. They marveled
    at the fact that each one of them could understand the Apostles' words in
    his own language. The first gift of the Holy Spirit given to the Apostles
    was the ability to speak and be understood by people who came from many
    different nations.

    SUMMERTIME..
    Although summer does not officially start until later this month, for
    many people last weekend's Memorial Day holiday signified the start of
    summer.
    Some of our parishes start Sunday services a little earlier than usual
    during the summer. We suggest you check with your local parish.
    Many of you have been kind to inquire about our vegetable garden. We
    promise to give you an update next week.


    Calendar of Event

    June 4-16th Anniversary Celebration of the new St. Sarkis Church,
    Douglaston, New York. For information, 718-224-2275.

    June 4-Communion and Breakfast honoring high school and college graduates,
    St. Gregory the Illuminator Church, 8701 Ridge Ave., Philadelphia. For
    information: 215-482-9200.

    June 4-Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey, will host a medical
    workshop with members of the Armenian Association of Health Professions. A
    light lunch will be served at 1 pm prior to the workshop. Q&A session will
    follow. Have your blood pressure checked by the nurse on duty. All invited
    to this free event. For information, 201-943-2950.

    June 18-Fathers' Day celebration at St. Illuminator Cathedral, 221 E. 27th
    Street, New York City, following Divine Liturgy. Organized by the Cathedral's
    Ladies Guild. For information: 212-689-5880.

    June 24-Siamanto Academy graduation.

    July 22-Ladies Guild of Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island,
    and Ani Chapter of Armenian Relief Society co-host gala dance at Greek
    Orthodox Annunciation Church. For information, 401-286-8107.

    August 8-Soorp Asdvadzadzin Armenian Apostolic Church of Whitinsville,
    Massachusetts, Annual Golf Tournament, 11:30 am registration. Blackstone
    Valley Country Club, Sutton, MA. For details contact David, 508-234-3261.

    August 20-Soorp Asdvadzadzin Armenian Apostolic Church of Whitinsville,
    Massachusetts, Annual Church Picnic, 12 noon on the church grounds. For
    details: 508-234-3677.

    September 28-4th Annual Golf Outing hosted by Sts. Vartanantz Church,
    Ridgefield, New Jersey. Bergen Hills Country Club, River Vale, New Jersey.
    For reservations and/or information: 201-943-2950.

    Visit our website at www.armenianprelacy.org
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