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  • Western Prelacy News - 08/24/2012

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


    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
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