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    October 2, 2009

    PRESS RELEASE
    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
    Fax: (818) 248-7745
    E-mail: [email protected]
    Website: www.westernprelacy.org


    VERY REV. FR. VAGHINAG MELOIAN APPOINTED PASTOR OF
    ST. GREGORY CHURCH IN SAN FRANCISCO

    On behalf of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, and the
    Religious and Executive Councils of the Western Prelacy, we hereby announce
    that Very Rev. Fr. Vaghinag Meloian has been appointed pastor of St. Gregory
    Church in San Francisco.
    Fr. Vaghinag has been serving at St. Gregory Church for the past few
    months alongside Rev. Fr. Avedis Torossian, who served as pastor for the
    past seven years.
    We wish Fr. Vaghinag success in his new position.


    PRELATE TO CELEBRATE DIVINE LITURGY
    AT FORTY MARTYRS CHURCH ON
    THE FEAST OF THE HOLY TRANSLATORS

    Saturday, October 10th, 2009, is the Feast of the Holy Translators.
    On this occasion, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will
    celebrate Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at Forty Martyrs Church in
    Orange County.
    In observance of the Feast of the Holy Translators as well as
    Armenian Cultural Month, the Pastor and Board of Trustees of Forty Martyrs
    Church and the administration and parent-teacher committee of A.G. Minassian
    School have organized a celebration to take place on that day.
    Following Divine Liturgy, the Prelate will preside over the opening
    of the annual book fair to take place at "Ghazarian" Hall.
    On Friday, October 9th, the Prelate will preside over eve of the
    Feast services at Holy Martyrs Church in Encino, and will deliver his
    message on this occasion. The service begins at 7:00 p.m.


    PRELATE CELEBRATES DIVINE LITURGY IN LAS VEGAS ON THE THIRD ANNIVERSARY OF
    THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF THE PARISH

    On the weekend of September 25th, 2009, the third anniversary of the
    re-establishment of the Las Vegas Parish was ceremoniously observed with a
    banquet and Divine Liturgy celebrated by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
    Mardirossian, Prelate.
    On Sunday, September 27th, the Prelate arrived at the church where
    he has greeted by scouts from the Homenetmen "Artsakh" Chapter.
    Accompanying the Prelate and assisting at the altar were Very Rev. Fr.
    Barthev Gulumian and Deacon Zohrab Yaralian. Among those in attendance were
    Executive Council members Mr. Vahe Hovaguimian and Mr. Vahrij Pilavjian.
    Prior to his sermon the Prelate congratulated the parish community
    on their anniversary, and commended all those who diligently serve for the
    growth of the parish.
    In his sermon on the Feast of the Holy Cross of Varak, the Prelate
    first gave a brief historical background of the origin of the Feast then
    reflected on the implications of the Feast in our lives today. The service
    concluded with the singing of the Cilician anthem and a group photo.
    The annual banquet was held on the evening of Saturday, September
    26th, organized by the Parish Council and the Ladies Auxiliary.
    During the banquet, long-time community activist Mr. Hriyr Dadaian
    was honored for his service. On this occasion, the Prelate presented Mr.
    Dadaian with a letter of blessing and commendation. In addition to the
    Prelate's letter of blessing and commendation, Mr. Dadaian had received
    commendations from state and local officials for his contributions to the
    Las Vegas community. In conclusion the Prelate once again congratulated the
    parish community, expressing hope that they the dream to have their own
    church will be realized in the near future.
    Please visit the news section of our website for the full press
    release and photos.


    WESTERN PRELACY TO HOST MEETING OF THE
    COUNCIL OF ORIENTAL ORTHODOX BISHOPS

    The next meeting of the Council of Oriental Orthodox Bishops is
    scheduled to take place on Tuesday, October 6th, 2009, at Holy Martyrs
    Church in Encino.
    H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, H.E. Archbishop Mor
    Clemis Eugene Kaplan, and H.G. Bishop Serapion will participate in the
    meeting along with clergy from each church.


    ARMENIA FUND TELETHON LOGO UNVEILING
    AND ANNUAL BANQUET

    On the evening of Saturday, October 8th, 2009, the unveiling of the
    Armenia Fund Telethon logo and annual banquet will take place at the
    residence of Armenia Fund Chair Mr. and Mrs. Ara Aghishian, with guest of
    honor Baroness Caroline Cox.
    Rev. Fr. Ardak Demirjian will attend on and convey the Prelate's
    blessings.


    ARMENIAN BONE MARROW DONOR REGISTRY
    WALK OF LIFE

    On Saturday, October 3rd, 2009, the 4th annual Armenian Bone Marrow
    Donor Registry Walk of Life will take place at Verdugo Park in Glendale.
    Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian will attend and convey the Prelate's
    blessings.


    STAFF OF PRELACY CHURCHES VISIT THE PRELACY

    On Thursday, October 1st, 2009, staff of Prelacy Churches visited
    the Prelacy where they were welcomed by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh
    Mardirossian, Prelate.
    Upon their arrival, staff members were given a tour of the Prelacy
    and became acquainted with the headquarters, with one another, and with the
    Prelacy staff.
    They then had a meeting with the Prelate which was followed by a
    brief service in the Chapel, after which they were hosted to lunch by the
    Prelate.
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