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    Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
    3325 North Glenoaks Blvd.
    Burbank, Ca 91504
    Tel: 818-558-7474
    Fax: 818-558-6333
    Web: http://www.armenianchurchwd.com/


    news from the western diocese



    Primate Presides over DIVINE Liturgy

    Armenian Apostolic Church of Burbank



    On May 14, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of
    the Western Diocese, presided over Divine Liturgy at the Burbank
    Parish. He related his message bearing the theme, `Our Communion With
    God' to Mother's Day, stating that our mothers have been the first
    influence in our lives who have established within us a bond with
    God.

    On the occasion of Mother's Day he congratulated all mothers, and
    asked the faithful in attendance to pray for one mother in
    particular, Mrs. Sylva Natalie Manoogian, whose son Vahan will soon
    depart to serve in the Army in Iraq. His Eminence prayed for Vahan's
    safe return and the welfare of his parents. Mrs. Manoogian is the
    Director of the Diocesan Library.



    anglican armenian Dialogue



    The Committee for Anglican-Armenian Dialogue met on May 15, 2006 at
    All Saints' Episcopal Church in Pasadena to deepen the relations
    between the two churches through collaboration in the various
    missions of the two dioceses. During the meeting the representatives
    of the churches also reflected upon the joint commemorative service
    held at St. Mark Episcopal Church for the Armenian Genocide, the
    first Genocide of the 20th Century.



    Meeting of

    Los Angeles COuncil of Religious Leaders



    The monthly meeting of the Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders
    will take place on May 17, 2006 at the Claremont School of Theology.
    The meeting will also serve as an opportunity for the Religious
    Leaders to get acquainted with the Claremont Seminary, where
    currently two of our candidates onto the priesthood, Deacon Vahe
    Abovian and Deacon Mayis Shahbazyan, are working on their degrees of
    Master of Divinity.

    Each month the monthly meetings of the Los Angeles Council of
    Religious Leaders are hosted by a different religious group.



    Primate Presides over meetings



    The Summer Camp Committee and the Summer Camp Board will hold their
    regular meetings at the Diocese on May 20, 2006, presided by His
    Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate.

    The summer camp program has served the youth of the Western Diocese
    for over 40 years. If you or someone you know is interested in
    attending Summer Camp 2006, please visit www.hyecamp.com
    {http://www.hyecamp.com/} for more information.

    To make camp part of your summer plans, follow these instructions:

    Step 1: Pick a week of camp to attend



    Week 1 - July 23, 2006 through July 29, 2006

    Week 2 - July 30, 2006 through August 5, 2006

    Week 3 - August 6, 2006 through August 12, 2006



    Step 2: Visit our website www.hyecamp.com beginning Easter Sunday,
    April 16, 2006

    Step 3: Print out a camper application, fill it out and mail it in

    Step 4: Get ready to make friends and memories that will last
    forever!



    Cathedral Fundraising and Celebration Gala



    His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate will preside over
    the Mother Cathedral Fundraising and Celebration Gala to be held on
    Saturday, May 20, 2006, at the Kalaydjian Hall of the Western
    Diocese, under the Chairmanship of Antranik Zorayan.

    Total proceeds and donations received on the evening of May 20th
    will benefit the construction of the long-awaited Mother Cathedral of
    the Western Diocese.

    The committee is proud to announce that Hovig Krikorian's wonderful
    voice and music will ensure the night to be an evening of
    celebration. Dr. Varoujan Altebarmakian, Chair of the Diocesan
    Council, will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the gala.

    Festivities of the night will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a Cocktail
    Reception and will continue with Dinner and an entertaining program.

    For your invitation, please contact the Diocesan Office at
    818-558-7474.



    Primate TO Preside over Divine Liturgy

    St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, Van Nuys



    On May 21, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate,
    will preside over Divine Liturgy at St. Peter Armenian Church in Van
    Nuys. During the Liturgy, His Eminence will bestow the St. Nersess
    the Graceful Medal of Honor upon Mr. and Mrs. Arpiar Janoyan, issued
    by the Encyclical of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All
    Armenians, in appreciation for their dedication and service to the
    Armenian Apostolic Church.



    Primate Attends Events by armenian Schools



    On May 21, 2006 His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate,
    will attend the 25th anniversary celebrations of TCA Arshag
    Dickranian School. The Primate will also attend the 13th annual
    Paradon of the AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School.



    OFFICE OF THE WESTERN DIOCESE
    May 16, 2006
    Burbank, California
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