Aug, Sep 2009 - Saints Sahag and St Mesrob Church

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Saints Sahag and Mesrob
Imaging what it would be like if you could not read! A lot of
information would be missing from your life. Now, imagine
what it would be like for a whole country to not be able to
read.
That's the way it was for Armenians before the Saints Sahag
and Mesrob came along. Armenians had the spoke Armenian
language, but there was no alphabet, no letters to write it
down. So they could speak Armenian to each other, but when
it came to writing something down, or reading from a book,
they had to do it in another language.
St. Mesrob was a monk who saw how badly the Armenians
needed their own alphabet so they could be stronger and stay
together. An alphabet would also help the church teach
Armenians about God in their own language. Tradition says
that St. Mesrob was thinking about this problem in a cave
when suddenly the hand of God appeared and wrote the
alphabet in letters of fire on the wall of the cave. It was that
important!
After St. Mesrob discovered the alphabet, St. Sahag, who was
Catholicos at the time, helped to translate books into
Armenian and to open schools to teach people how to read and
write in their own language. Do you know what the very first
book they translated was? It was the Bible.
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August/September 2009
In This Issue
Saints Sahag and Mesrob…………………… 1
27 New Priests In Armenia …………………. 2
Pastor’s Message ……………..……………… 3
Parish Council Corner………………………. 3
St. Vartan Camp ……………………………… 4
Armenian School …………………………….. 5
Providence ACYOA News…………………… 6
Women’s Guild…….………………………….. 7
Annual Church Bazaar………………………. 7
Hye Aghchik ..……………………………..….. 7
Church History Class ……………………….. 8
Food Drive ………………………….…………. 8
Very Rev. Fr. Norayr Kazazian ……………. 8
Annual Church Picnic……………………….. 8
Armenian Sports…..…………………………. 9
Emily Papazian………………………………… 9
Golf Tournament………….…………………… 9
Arts Education Program….…………………. 10
Why Diets Don’t Work………………………… 10
Autumn Concert………………………..……… 10
Sunday School………………………….……… 11
Baptisms, Weddings, and Funerals..……… 11
Armenian History…………………………..…. 11
Famous Armenians……..…….………………. 12
Membership / Stewardship….………………. 13
Administrative Information..………………… 14
Golf Tournament…...…………………………. 15
Calendar of Events...…………………………. 16
Saints Sahag and Mesrob Church Newsletter
The new priests are ready to carry out Christ’s mission,
Archbishop Barsamian said, reminding them of Christ’s
commission to the Apostles: “Go therefore and make disciples
of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of
the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey
everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am
with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)
“The role of the Armenian priest is very important,”
Archbishop Barsamian added. “With his words, with his
preaching, with his ministry, the priest shares Christ’s
message – the message of peace, the message of love, the
message of friendship.”
Archbishop Barsamian Ordains 27
Priests In Armenia
Archbishop Barsamian also congratulated His Holiness
Karekin II and expressed his wish for the continuing renewal
and prosperity of the Armenian Church.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the Diocese of the
Armenian Church of America (Eastern), ordained 27 deacons
to the holy priesthood on Sunday, July 19, at St. Gregory the
Illuminator Cathedral in Yerevan.
Archbishop Barsamian performed the ordination at the
invitation of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch
and Catholicos of All Armenians, who presided over the
Divine Liturgy on that day.
A total of 18 deacons were ordained as married priests, and
nine deacons were ordained as celibate priests in what was the
largest ordination in the recent history of the Armenian
Church. The day also marked the Feast of Transfiguration of
Our Lord Jesus Christ.
More than 1,500 people attended the inspiring service,
including Mr. Tigran Sargsyan, Prime Minister of the
Republic of Armenia, government officials, and other
dignitaries.
Garbed in blue deacons’ vestments, the candidates approached
the altar as a group, on their knees. With the deacons kneeling
with hands raised parallel to their heads, Archbishop
Barsamian asked the congregation if they deemed the
candidates worthy to serve as priests of the Armenian Church.
This ritual – one of the most memorable parts of an ordination
service – invites the participation of the faithful. Many left
their pews to get a closer look at the special ceremony, lifting
up small children and reaching over the crowd to snap the
occasional photograph.
Archbishop Barsamian next placed his hands on each deacon’s
head – performing the “laying on of hands” which binds all
priests of the Armenian Church into the “apostolic succession”
that links priests through the generations back to the Apostles
Thaddeus and Bartholomew, who brought Christianity to
Armenia in the first century.
“It is moving for both the clergy and the laity to witness 27
deacons committing themselves to the service of God,”
Archbishop Barsamian said. “We are grateful to God, and we
pray that He may grant these new priests the blessings of the
Holy Spirit, and guide and inspire them in their ministry.”
The newly ordained priests gave their first blessings to the
faithful at the St. Gregory Cathedral. Following the service,
they lined up at the foot of the altar, greeting friends and
family and again offering their blessings. His Holiness and the
members of the Brotherhood of Holy Etchmiadzin
congratulated the new priests, kissing their foreheads and
hands.
The day’s Divine Liturgy and ordination service were
broadcast live on Armenian Public Television (Channel 1),
with assistance from Holy Etchmiadzin and the Shoghakat TV
Company.
In the evening, Archbishop Barsamian granted the nine
celibate priests the veghar – the monastic cowl, or hood –
during a service at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. Upon
taking the oath of celibacy and signing the oath of fidelity, the
nine priests became members of the Brotherhood of Holy
Etchmiadzin.
Following the traditional 40-day seclusion period of fasting,
meditation, and prayer, the new priests will be appointed to
serve in different dioceses of the Armenian Church or at
various departments of the Holy See.
Archbishop Barsamian then removed the deacons’ stoles and
placed these around their necks, symbolically bestowing on
them the responsibilities of the priesthood. As the deacons
stepped forward one by one, Archbishop Barsamian
consecrated their foreheads and their right and left hands with
Holy Chrism (Muron). In the course of this consecration, each
deacon was assigned a new priestly name.
“We believe that you who are the loyal and faithful servants of
God are ready to dedicate yourselves to the Armenian people,
to the Armenian Church, to our homeland, and to the Mother
See of Holy Etchmiadzin,” Archbishop Barsamian said during
his sermon.
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Pastor’s Message
Parish Council Corner
Though summer is often viewed as a time when activities in a
parish slow down somewhat, I have found that we have still
had many worthwhile activities during this time.
• The ACYOA had a very successful Yard Sale on June 13 to
raise funds to support the Noubarashen Orphanage. Special
thanks to Armen & Sonya Janigian and Steve & Rena
Megrdichian and the many volunteers who helped to make this
project a success.
• On June 14, we followed with our annual Church Picnic.
Our sincere thanks to Melanie Krikorian and Zita Butler who
co-chaired the picnic and worked along with the countless
volunteers who are always needed to make these functions
successful.
“The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter
seed upon the ground, and should sleep and rise
night and day, and the seed should sprout and
grow, he knows not how. The earth produces of
itself, first the blade, then the ear, then the full grain
in the ear.” Mark 4:26-28
Dear Faithful,
Toward the end of the school year the Sunday School had a
class project of planting basil seeds into pots. When they were
done they brought a beautiful terra cotta pot with some seeds
in it to my office. I put it in the window of my office and
watered it regularly and after about a week I saw the plants
starting to sprout. After the plants had grown as much as they
possibly could indoors, I knew it was time to move the plant
outside. When I did so, under the bright outdoor sunshine, the
plant literally doubled in size overnight. I knew it was time to
put it into a bigger pot so the roots could spread and the basil
could grow to full size.
I am not an expert gardener. Far from it, but this little project
taught me some valuable lessons: to see the results it takes
hope, faith, discipline and patience. It takes good soil and the
right combination of water and sunlight for a plant to be
nourished and grow as a living organism.
The Armenian Church is also a living organism and it takes a
similar kind of nurturing and care for it to grow. The seeds of
faith were planted by Christ Himself two thousand years ago
when He said to the first of His apostles, “Follow me.” For
centuries, men and women of faith have heard this call and
answered it. In following Christ, they watered the seeds and it
grew into a tree of faith, with its roots firmly established in the
rich soil of our Holy Tradition. That faith continues to grow
and flourish here at Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Armenian Church
in Providence, Rhode Island. However, for it to truly reach its
potential we must all do our part. If we contribute the lifegiving rain of our commitment and dedication and spread the
warming sunlight of enthusiasm and appreciation, we will be
amazed by the growth that God gives and the blessings that He
bestows upon us.
With blessings,
Der Sahak Kaishian
Interim Pastor
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• This summer has seen three of our young men attend the St.
Nersess Deacon’s Training Sessions. One young woman is
attending a post high school conference and serving as staff
for the Junior High School conference
• Fourteen of our children have participated in our Diocese’s
St. Vartan Camp this summer along with our Pastor Der Sahak
who was able to volunteer his services to the campers.
• On Wednesdays during the summer we will continue the
series “Knowing our Church and Living Her Holy Teachings”.
• On August 9, there will be an ACYOA Junior Pool Party that
will enable our children to get together and also to meet the
newest members of the ACYOA.
• On August 16, there will also be an ACYOA Seniors Pool
Party.
• During the past few months the Parish Council and Diocesan
Delegates have been having special “Vision & Planning”
Meetings for the purpose trying to find new and more creative
ways for us to help serve our church.
These are just a few of the activities that our church has had
during the “quiet time “ of our summer months as we prepare
for another very busy fall and winter. This may be a good
time to remind our parishioners that we are constantly looking
for people to volunteer their time, treasure, and talents to our
church. With the coming of fall we will be having the start of
our Sunday School, Armenian School, and Arts Education
Program.
We will be having major events such as a Golf Tournament
(Sept. 14), Cultural Committee Gala Concert (Sept. 26),
Church Name Day (Oct. 18), Church Bazaar (Nov. 14 &15),
and the ACYOA Christmas Dance (Nov. 28). We welcome
your support and participation in as many of these activities as
you can and please give your name to any member of the
Parish Council if you are interested in volunteering your
services for any of our many programs and events. We would
greatly appreciate any assistance that you are able to provide.
John R. Kazarian
Parish Council Chairman
St. Vartan Camp
By
Vanessa Ghazarian
St. Vartan Camp begins in late June and comes to an end
in mid August. Through the many camp songs sung by the
campfire, the early morning and late night chapel services, the
sports played throughout the day and the classes we attend, the
campers, CIT’s and Staff have been lucky enough to form
lasting friendships with other youths from all around the
United States, and strengthen our faith.
As the first week of Session B comes to a close, campers,
CIT’s, and Staff participated in the annual SVC Talent Show.
The event was a riot. Some of the acts included a reenactment
of the Jai Ho! Dance from the award winning movie Slumdog
Millionaire (starring one of our very own, Christina
Zaroogian), Armenian remixes of the songs Who Is That Man,
American Boy, and a routine for the Evolution of Dance.
Being sixteen I have acquired new responsibilities at
camp and have become a CIT, which is generally known as
standing for Counselor In Training, but as Der Krikor of Holy
Translators brought to our attention, it can also stand for
Camper In Transition. Having such a big task at camp is a big
responsibility - but is also very rewarding. I came to camp
expecting to give my campers my full attention, and watch
after them during the day - but not only did I keep them safe,
they also taught me a lot about faith and friendship.
I have met so many great people at camp and would not
give up experiences here for anything. Jennifer Morris who
works at the Diocese Youth Outreach Coordinator, but while
at camp acts as the CIT Coordinator/Camp administrator has
done an amazing job of putting together fun but spiritual
programs.
Getting ready with girls for the dance Friday night was a
blast. The campfire that was supposed to follow was cancelled
due to thunderstorms, but all was okay because the teens were
allowed to stay at the dance an extra 45 minutes. Saturday the
whole camp was split into red and blue teams to participate in
our annual Olympic Games. I am sad to say that my team, the
red team, is not in the lead thus far.
I am so thankful to be up in the mountains now with all
my friends experiencing God’s presence with me everyday. I
am still looking forward to making new friends and forming
new bonds within the next week. The Providence members at
Session B, including Christina Zaroogian, Juliet Demasi,
Michael, Emily, and Elise Papazian, CIT Nicole Nahabedian,
and myself, Vanessa Ghazarian, were pleasantly surprised
with a visit from Der Sahak earlier this week. The participants
in Session A were Mari & Garen Megrdichian, Eric & Mark
Harpootian. Sam De Blois and Alexandra DeMasi attended
Session C. I personally encourage all the youth at Sts. Sahag
and Mesrob Armenian Church in Providence to really consider
attending St. Vartan Camp whether it is for one or two weeks
of Session A, B, or C. We are all sending our best regards
from Greenville, New York.
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Celebrating Armenian School
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the opportunity to learn and one student recited her personal
reflections at the program as well.
Hagop Ghajanian
On Sunday May 31, 2009 the Armenian School presented an
end of the year program and light lunch. As Ghazaros Aghaian
said, “It is not enough to be patriotic; one should also love his
mother tongue.” The 15 students exemplified that quote as
they happily sang Armenian songs and recited Armenian
poems. Several of the children performed short skits
entertaining the audience of parishioners, family and friends.
The Armenian School expects an increase in enrollment in the
fall. Pre-registration will be on Sunday September 13. Regular
registration will be held on the first day of school, Tuesday,
September 15, 2009. Hope to see you there!
Parish Council chairman John Kazarian as well as Father
Kaishian and School Superintendent, Hagop Ghajanian made
brief remarks and the four Armenian School teachers were
recognized. A light lunch sponsored by the school committee
was provided and the children were recognized and presented
with THE ARMENIANS’ HISTORY inscribed by the
Superintendent.
Armenian School was a wonderful experience for the kids and
they learned reading, writing, music, history and arts. They
were enthusiastic about their lessons as well as their group
sessions and discussions. The adult students also appreciated
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Providence ACYOA News
ACYOA Juniors and Seniors Yard Sale
Article written by Sevan Janigian
During the summer of 2005, I, along with many other
ACYOA members shared the experience of a lifetime. We
were fortunate enough to travel to Armenia and witness, first
hand, our true culture. While there, we spent time helping
those in need at the Noubarashen orphanage located on the
outskirts of Yerevan. The Children there touched us in such a
way that inspired us to keep helping. Since that trip, the
ACYOA had continuously sent various necessities to them.
On June Thirteenth the ACYOA juniors and seniors held a
yard sale, in which all proceeds would be used to benefit the
orphanage. With the huge help from our parishioners, we
collected a great amount of items to sell, and made roughly
$1,600. On behalf of the ACYOA we would like to thank all
of those who lent a helping hand, your efforts will be
remembered by us, and them.
ACYOA Juniors Sports Weekend in Watertown
Article written by Haig Yaghoobian, Jr.
At the turn of the spring of 2009, the long anticipated event of
Hye M'rstoom was upon us once again. This sports weekend
was held in Watertown, MA at St. James Armenian Church.
Over the years there has been a reasonably large turnout of
Armenian youth and this year was no exception. Over 150
Armenians attended the weekend. There were representatives
from many parishes across not only New England, but even
parishes farther south like St. David's in Florida. Ages ranged
from 13-18. For many it was their first time at any Sports
Weekend, while for others it was their 3rd or 4th year or more.
Spring Sports Weekend usually has a variety of different
sports for the kids to be a part of and participate in and this
year was no exception. There were classic sports like
Basketball for boys, and girls as well as Co-Ed volleyball.
There was a widely favored 3-Point Contest as well as
intramural sports that anyone, regardless of their athletic
ability, could participate in and have fun.
The evenings at Sports Weekend were the highlight of the
weekend. The Friday night was a night of excitement and
anticipation for all with the reuniting of old friends and the
meeting of new ones, as well as the housing decisions.
Saturday night was the first dance and was a good time for
everyone dancing to both Armenian music and popular music.
Sunday night was the best part of the weekend when
participants were treated to a boat ride on the Spirit of Boston.
The combination of music and food on a luxurious and
beautiful yacht was a big hit. Both decks were available with a
beautiful view of Boston under the stars.
Overall, the 2009 Hye M'rstoom was a great success and fun
for all kids of all ages – we hope some of you will join our
group and attend the next Sports Weekend being held this
October in Fair Lawn, NJ over Columbus Day weekend.
ACYOA Juniors organize kids activities during
the Annual Church Picnic
Article written by Christina Zaroogian
On Sunday June 14, 2009 the annual Saints Sahag and Mesrob
Church Picnic took place. As always it was a fun filled picnic
planned by the Parish Council. This year as usual, the
ACYOA Juniors had many fun activities set up for the kids.
The Juniors had a craft tent set up where the kids enjoyed bead
bracelet making, string bracelet making, temporary tattoos,
and tye dying! We also had a bouncy house for the kids to
enjoy and play in. All ACYOA members interacted with the
children and helped them with the activities. Working with all
the children was a lot of fun and brought everyone pleasure.
We’re looking forward to another successful and enjoyable
picnic next year!
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Women’s Guild
The Women's Guild had a very active month of May. We had
a beautiful Mother's Day cake sale, which was a great success.
Also on May 16th we had a "Ladies Who Lunch" event. It was
a beautiful day filled with delicious food, nice gifts, and 4
enticing raffle tables....Le Chocolat, Pretty in Pink, Studio
Hop, and Coffee and... Everyone that attended had a
wonderful time.
A special thank you to Sonya’s for the beautiful outfits that
were modeled by four lovely young ladies...Lizzie Butler,
Alexis Butler Demirjian,
Laurie Onanian and Debbie
Onanian.
Debbie Onanian, Laurie Onanian
Alexis Butler Demirjian, Lizzie Butler
Also, special thanks to Lillibeth Kooloian who chaired both of
these lovely functions...and to all of you who helped, a BIG
"THANK YOU." Have a great summer!!!!!
ANNUAL CHURCH
BAZAAR
Save these dates! November 13-15
Great Food  Great Music
Great Fun
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Hye Aghchik
Our favorite Armenian Songs
1. Garoon Yerevan (Yerevan in Spring)
2. Noobar-Noobar
3. Shogher Jan (Dear Shogher)
4. Akh Vaspooragan (Lament of Vasbooragan)
5. Vartanantz Asbedner (Knights of Vartan)
6. Diramayr
7. Hye Aghchik (The Armenian Girl)
8. Eem Chinari Yaru
9. Grounkner (The Cranes)
10. Garoonn Eh Jhptoom (Spring Smiles)
11. Hayee Achker
12. Ambee Dageets (from “Anoush” Opera)
13. Jan Karabagh (Dear Karabagh)
14. Ov Doo Geghetseeg
15. Jan Hayastan (Dear Armenia)
17. Tiezerk 18 Jan Yerevan
16. Ding-Dong
Dear Friends,
We are pleased to announce the introduction of a new unique
musical recording by Providence's Sts. Sahag & Mesrob
Armenian Church Junior Choir "HYE AGHCHIK" - Our
favorite Armenian Songs audio CD.
This unique CD consists of several popular works written by
Armenian composers. Junior Choir members and orchestra
did a beautiful job recording the songs, which were arranged
for orchestra by Maestro Konstantin Petrossian. The CD
contains 18 popular Armenian songs, including "Garoon
Yerevan",“Noobar Noobar”,“Shogher jan","Eem Chinari
Yaru","Ambee Dageets” (from "Anoush "opera) "Hayee
Achker", "Vartanatz Asbedner”, " Hay Aghchik",
"Groonkner" and more.
Your purchase of this extraordinary compact disc will be
great encouragement to the important work of the Junior
Choir.
Purchase price: $ 15.00 each
For more info please contact the Church office
(401) 272 7712, e-mail: office@stsahmes.org
www.cdbaby.com/cd/jcossmac
Church History Class
Very Rev. Fr. Norayr Kazazian
Professor Ara Dostourian has been conducting a class in
Church History since 1999. The present class meets Monday
nights from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in the Church hall during the
months of July, August, September and October.
Rev. Fr. Sahak M. Kaishian, Very Rev. Fr. Norayr Kazazian
Professor Ara Dostourian
The purpose of the class is to give the attendees a panoramic
view of the history of the Christian Church from its inception
through the 20th century, dealing with its origins, basic faith,
organization, worship, theology, customs, etc.
Special
emphasis is given to Orthodox Christianity, of which the
Armenian Church is a part, as well as to the development of
Armenian Christianity throughout the ages.
On Sunday July 26th, Sts Sahag and Mesrob Church was
fortunate to have Very Rev. Fr. Norayr Kazazian, a member of
the St. James brotherhood of the Armenian Patriarchate of
Jerusalem, celebrate the Badarak. We were also fortunate to
have Hayr Soorp answer questions about Jerusalem, from the
faithful, during the fellowship
Annual Church Picnic
Thank You!
To Everyone That Helped Out
At The Picnic!!
Presently, the lectures and discussions are focused on modern
Christianity (1600-2000) in the context of the new challenges
facing the Church; secularism, materialism, consumerism,
multiple religions and philosophies etc. Special emphasis is
given to the challenges facing the Armenian Church, both in
the homeland and the diaspora: secularism, ethnocentrism,
nationalism, lack of Christian understanding and spirituality,
absence of missionary outreach, etc.
FOOD DRIVE
Drop off bins are located in the Church foyer
and at the elevator entrance.
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Armenian Sports
The Armenian Saints Softball Team
The Armenian Saints softball team started in 2005 by Armen
Janigian is consists of a group of young Armenians from the
local Armenian Churches. Each Monday during the summer
the team plays in the Christian Softball Association. This
league, in existence for over 30 years, has been a RI mainstay
for local churches to compete in Christian love and fellowship.
To date, the Saints are 9-5 this season and are firmly locked in
for a playoff run. The team has one regular season game
remaining on Monday, August 3rd against New Beginnings
Church of Christ at Buttonwoods Masonic Field in Warwick
and then, will have a scrimmage on August 10th against South
Attleboro Assembly of God Church at Hank Soar Field
(Pawtucket) in preparation for the playoffs.
This team has slowly gotten better and is now equipped to
make a championship run. The Saints will enter the playoffs
the weekend of August 14, 15 and 17th to try and win its first
championship. The playoffs are held at Western Hills Junior
High School and Atwood Avenue Field - both in Cranston.
The camaraderie between the 2 Churches has been great and
our love and respect towards one another has grown from its
inception 4+ years ago. The team has dedicated the 2009
Summer and Fall season to our fallen brother in Christ, Gerry
Ayrassian, a longtime member of the Saints and our Churches'
team for many years. We retired his uniform (#6) and it hangs
proudly at every game. We will surely miss Gerry and we
know he will be with us at every game in our hearts and
minds.
We ask you to come out and support the Armenian Saints
Softball team this summer and for the upcoming playoffs. The
Saints will also be heading this fall to another league which
will likely start after Labor Day. More information will be
provided by the next newsletter. Thanks for your support.
Armenian Saints
Armenian Saints
Armenian Saints
Christian Hill 1
Armenian Saints
Armenian Saints
Armenian Saints
Woonsocket
Armenian Saints
Armenian Saints
Christian Hill 2
Armenian Saints
Praise Tabernacle
Christian Hill 1
Armenian Saints
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15
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12
17
17
8
20
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10
19
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Liberty Christian Center
Christian Life Center
Calvary Chapel
Armenian Saints
Heritage 11
RI Church of Christ
CCF
Armenian Saints
South Attleboro
New City
Armenian Saints
New Beginnings
Armenian Saints
Armenian Saints
New Beginnings
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For more information on our league, please visit:
https://sites.google.com/site/christiansoftballassociation/
Email us at: armeniansaintssoftball@gmail.com
Call us at: 401-419-4392
Emily Papazian
Emily Papazian Sophomore at La
Salle was part of a quartet of
runners that set a meet record time
of 9:15.67 at the Outdoor State
Championships 800 meter relay.
Emily and her fellow team members
went on to place seventh at the New
England Championsahips with a
time of 9:37.68
The other members of the team
were Jean Christensen, Molly
Keating, and Madison Meehan
Golf Tournament
Save the Date: Monday, September 14, 2009 for
the 2nd Annual Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Golf
Tournament, to be held at the Pawtucket
Country Club; 11:30 a.m. Luncheon; 1:00 p.m.
Shotgun Start; 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Awards. The
Golf Committee is looking for volunteers.
If
anyone is interested please contact Gary Taraian
(508-761-4600) or John Kazarian (401-861-2065).
Pick up registration forms at the church office.
The team consists of the following Armenians:
Joe Pilla, Rob Zeytoonian, Rob Portukalian
Ian Anderson, Allen Ovaginian, Greg Garrian
Steve Markarian, Kevin Vartian, Steve Megrdichian
John Megrdichian, John Surabian, Simon Sarkissian and
Chris Bailey
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Wanted!
The newsletter is looking for local stories about
Armenians in sports for our sports page.
Cultural Committee Corner
Arts Education Program
Our Arts Education Program will begin its new season on
Saturday morning, September 25, and continues to generate
enthusiasm and success. The following is a list of teachers
and classes presently being offered: Ann Ovanesyan - drawing
and sculpture, Oksana Izyumov - piano, Vahan Grigorian guitar, Meghan O'Connor - violin, David Griego, flute, Apkar
Lefian - saxophone and clarinet, Lusine Ovanesyan - “Nazeli”
Dance Group and Ballroom dance, Ara Boghigian, Jr. theater, Gohar Manjelikian - vocal.
Classes are offered to children ages 7 – 16 and adults 16 and
over. They are scheduled on Saturdays 10:00 - 3:00 p.m.,
Theater Class on Wednesdays 7 to 8:30 p.m., and Nazeli
Dance Group on Fridays 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., and take place in
the Egavian Cultural Center. This cultural program opens the
door of opportunity for our youth as well as adults to acquire
new skills and expand their horizons. Additionally, it enables
our people to foster and develop new friendships. If you are
interested or have any questions, please contact the program
chairperson, Janna Guegamian Petrossian at (401) 861-3573.
For application call church office (401) 272-7712.
Why Diets Don’t Work
Moderation Does
As part of the ongoing series of “Meet the Professionals,”
which is sponsored by the Cultural Committee of Saints Sahag
and Mesrob Armenian Church, guest speaker Marilyn J.
Woloohojian presented a program on “Why Diets Don’t
Work, Moderation Does” on Wednesday evening, May 27th.
She was introduced by moderator Irene Eranosian, a member
of the Cultural Committee.
Marilyn J. Woloohojian, Rev. Fr. Sahak M. Kaishian
Irene Eranosian
After losing her weight and becoming a life-time member, she
was offered an opportunity to enroll in their ten-week training
program for future staff leaders. Upon completion of the
course, she immediately began working in Rhode Island and
Southeastern Massachusetts. Over the years she has counseled
thousands of men, women and young adults on how to eat,
what to eat, watching portions and exercising at least three
times per week. She has never forgotten that healthy eating
helps one to lose weight and keep it off as well as regain selfesteem.
Some of the advice that she gave to the attentive audience
was in regard to watching one’s portions – cutting them in
half. Similarly, Woloohojian discussed the importance of
making sure one’s daily menu contains the following food
groups: vegetables and fruit, dairy, lean protein, whole grains,
healthy oils such as olive and canola, and fluids, especially
water and, if needed, a multi-vitamin mineral supplement.
She demonstrated the mega portions offered today in most
restaurants by showing a bowl of pasta that she had ordered.
After eating about one cup, there remained over two cups in
the bowl. That is why moderation is a key element in eating
healthy and losing weight. She emphatically said, “You don’t
have to belong to the Clean Plate Club.”
Following the question-and-answer segment, Eranosian and
Cultural Committee director Konstantin Petrossian thanked
Woloohojian for taking time out of her busy schedule to offer
this important program. Cookbooks from Weight Watchers
were raffled as gifts to several lucky recipients. At the end of
the evening the audience was treated to low calorie
refreshments, including light cheese, whole grain crackers,
fruit, and Weight Watchers desserts.
Autumn Concert
Marilyn J. Woloohojian
Woloohojian has worked for Weight Watchers of North
America for twenty seven years as a leader/facilitator and
Ambassador. She also helped to create the former At Work
Program, now called Corporate Solutions. She joined Weight
Watchers in 1982 to learn a healthier lifestyle.
The Cultural Committee presents its annual Autumn Concert
- “Rising Stars” - featuring Kate Norigian (Soprano); John
Paul Norigian (Piano), Timothy Aznavourian (Guitar/Vocal),
classical and Armenian music; and presentation of the art
works of Dr. Ara Sadaniantz, on Saturday, September 26,
2009 at 7:00 p.m., Egavian Cultural Center. Save the date,
and please join us.
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Sts. Sahag and Mesrob
Sunday School
Graduating Class of 2009
Armenian History
Chapter I
THE ORIGINS (Up to 7th BC)
Reprinted from
http://www.armenianhistory.info/origins.htm
Noah and Ararat
Immodestly, Armenians consider themselves direct descendants of
Noah, survivor of the Biblical flood. According to Genesis, ...the boat
came to rest on a mountain in the Ararat range. Ararat, located in the
heart of Armenia, was a Holy Mountain for the peoples of the ancient
world. Many ancient scriptures placed the Biblical Garden of Eden in
the Land of Armenia also called the Land of Ararat.
Pictured l-r: Sarah Arzoomanian, Anna Robinson, Christina
Parnagian, Greta Janigian,Der Sahak, Samuel DeBlois,
Vanessa Ghazarian, Christine Surabian, Deborah Onanian
Baptisms, Weddings, and Funerals
Baptisms
Ani Poghosyan, daughter of Arman and Hermine
(Mnatsakanian) Poghosyan, was Baptized on May 23, 2009.
The Godparents were Suren Paravyan and Teresa Poghosyan.
Larisa Poghosyan, daughter of Arman and Hermine
(Mnatsakanian) Poghosyan, was Baptized on May 23, 2009.
The Godparents were Suren Paravyan and Teresa Poghosyan.
Caroline Faye Nelson, daughter of Peter and Jennifer
(Surabian) Nelson, was Baptized on June 28, 2009. The
Godparents were John David Surabian and Annalisa
Marchesseault.
May these children be raised in the love and care of the Lord.
Marriages
Jerilyn Patricia Ferry and Michael Harold Parker were
crowned in Holy Matrimony on May 30, 2009.
Best wishes and prayers are extended to these couples for a
long and happy life together.
Funerals
Isabel M. Ananian (Died May 15, 2009)
Rose Malkasian (Died June 1, 2009)
Nora Vartouhi Garabedian (Died June 11, 2009)
Gerald Ayrassian (Died June 16, 2009)
Robert Hambardzumyan (Died July 20, 2009)
Expressions of sympathy and prayers are extended to the families,
that their loved ones may be at peace in the care of the Lord.
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Tradition states that Noah founded Nakhichevan, the oldest of the
Armenian cities. Moses Khorenatsi , historian of the 5th century,
presents a detailed genealogy of the Armenian forefather Haik from
Japheth, Noah's son. Thus, the territory of the Armenian Plateau is
regarded as the cradle of civilization, the initial point for the further
spreading of mankind all around the world.
Haik
The oldest myths reflect the wars of ancient Armenians against the
neighboring Assyrians. Haik, considered the patriarch of the
Armenian people, led his army to defeat the Assyrian giant Baeleus.
By approximately 2100 BC, a prototype of the first Armenian state
was founded. Even now, Armenians call themselves Hai (pronounced
high), and their country - Haik or Haiastan, in honor of Haik. The
Hittite scripts also mention a Haiasa country. Meanwhile, the
Assyrian cuneiform writings designate Armenia as Urartu (Arartu),
which means Ararat. The Old Testament also associates Armenia
with the Mount Ararat (the Kingdom of Ararat). In ancient times,
Armenia was equally associated with the rivers Tigris, Euphrates,
Araks and Kura. That is why the neighboring Assyrians also called
Armenia, Nairi, standing for Riverland, Country of Rivers.
Haik, once thought to be just a hero of an epic legend, is presently
accepted by some researches as an actual chieftain of Armens in the
3rd millennium BC. Historians proved that later Haik was deified and
proclaimed the prime god in the pantheon of gods in the pagan
Armenia. One of Haik's most famous scions, Aram, considerably
extended the borders of his country, transforming it into a powerful
state. Since then, Greeks and Persian began to call the country
Armenia, i.e. the country of Aram.
Ara the Beautiful
Aram's son, Ara the Beautiful succeeded him. A very romantic
Armenian legend tells that Ara was so handsome that the Assyrian
Queen Semiramis (the same who founded Babylon and planted its
marvelous hanging gardens) fell in love with him. Ara repeatedly
rejected her love proposals until the desperate queen began war with
him. The Assyrians troops won the furious battle, and Ara was killed,
in despite of Semiramis's order to preserve his life. Inconsolable
Semiramis reputed to be sorceress took his body and tried in vain to
enliven him. When Armenians advanced to avenge their leader, she
disguised one of her lovers and spread the rumor that Gods brought
Ara back to life. As a result, the war was ceased.
Van and Yerevan
History attributes the building of Van, one of the most ancient
Armenian cities at the shore of the salt lake of the same name, to the
legendary Semiramis. Another ancient Armenian city is Yerevan,
capital of today's Republic of Armenia. Its foundation dates from 782
BC, which is reported in a cuneiform writing of King Argiste.
Famous Armenians
Dennis Agajanian
Alan Hovhaness
Singer - One of America's most popular gospel singers.
Sings at the "Harvest Crusade"
Composer - The Prayer of St. Gregory, Symphonies,
Magnificat
Andre Agassi
Viktor Hambartsumian
Tennis - Ranked #1 in the world in 1995. Has won the
Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and an
Olympic Gold Medal.
Astrophysicist - Developed theories of young star clusters,
and computing the mass ejected from nova stars. Headed
Byurakan Observatory in Armenia, & International
Astrophysicist Organization.
Ivan Aivazovsky
Painter - Famous for his seascapes. Paintings are featured
on numerous postage stamps around the world.
Kevork Hovnanian
Homebuilder -One of top 10 US homebuilders
Charles Aznavour
Garry Kasparov
Singer - French Singer and Actor with worldwide
popularity. Listen to his Greatest Golden Hits, and his
Autobiographie
Chess - Ranked #1 in world. Serving in Russian
Parliament. Was defeated for the first time by a chess
computer built by IBM.
Ross Bagdasarian
Howard Kazanjian
Cartoonist - Creator of "The Chipmunks". Alvin Simon
and Theodore, a popular children's cartoon. The
"Chipmunks Christmas Album" is a classic.
Producer - Return of the Jedi and Raiders of the Lost Ark
Eric Bogosian
Writer/Actor
Cher (Cherylin Sarkissian)
Actress, Singer - Sonny & Cher Show, The Witches of
Eastwick, Songs I Got You Babe, Believe. Best Actress
Oscar for Moonstruck.
Mike Connors (Ohanian)
Actor - Star of "Mannix"
Princess Diana
Princess of Wales - 1/64th Armenian! The most widely
known living person in the world before the fatal car
accident, she was well loved for not being aloof. She made
removal of landmines worldwide her cause.
Dr. Raymond Damadian
Inventor - MRI diagnosis machine. Magnetic Resonance
Imaging allows the insides of the body to be viewed
without actually using surgery.
Atom Egoyan
Director -Won 1997 Cannes Grand Prize & 2 Oscar
Nominations for "The Sweet Hereafter". This Cairo-born
and Canadian-bred director also produced award winning
"The Adjustor", "Exotica", "Ararat" and others.
Arshile Gorky
Painter - Gorky has been called both the last of the great
Surrealists and the first of the Abstract Expressionists. His
work was vital to the emergence of a specifically American
school of abstract art
Dr. Varaztad Kazanjian
Doctor - A Father of Plastic Surgery and Harvard
Professor. Pioneer of new techniques to repair damage to
WWI soldiers. Known in his day as the "Miracle Man of
the Western Front."
Kirk Kerkorian
Businessman, Investor - Founded airlines, built worlds
largest casinos, owned MGM studios and still owns MGM
Grand, plus large share of Diamler-Chrysler. Funds Lincy
Foundation.
Dr. Jack Kevorkian
Physician - Proponent of assisted suicide. Helped dozens of
terminally ill patients end their lives with his suicide
machine.
Aram Khachaturian
Composer - Gayane, Spartacus, The Battle of Stalingrad /
Othello, The Sabre Dance
Emile Lahoud
President - President of Lebanon, former Lebanese
general who united the religious factions of the Lebanese
army.
Alex Manoogian
Inventor, Businessman - Invented single handle faucet,
founded Masco. Huge philanthropist during his life, with
strong ties to the Armenian General Benevolent Union.
Rouben Mamoulian
Director - First to use a mobile camera, Technicolor and a
multiple channel sound track. Directed Dr. Jekyll and Mr.
Hyde, The Mark of Zorro, and Silk Stalkings.
Calouste Gulbenkian
Oil Baron -"Mr. 5%" 5% ownership of BP, and 3 other
major companies. Set up a large enduring foundation.
Artem Mikoyan
Aircraft Designer Creator and namesake of "MiG"
Fighters of the Soviet Union and Russia.
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Membership / Stewardship
Let’s Start Building Our Future! Become a member
and/or a steward of Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Armenian
Church of Providence, RI.
It only takes a few minutes to complete the Membership
form and $150.00 ($100.00 for students and senior
citizens) to become dues paying member of Sts. Sahag
and Mesrob Church of Providence.
While many churches of other faiths use the method of
tithing, Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church simply asks a
minimum fixed amount to be a dues paying member of
the church, and that amount is $150.00. That’s only
$2.89 a week! Membership for senior citizens and
students is even less $100.00 a year or $1.92 per week.
Please fill out the form below, print it out and mail it,
along with a check (unless you choose to use your credit
card), to the church office:
Have You Paid Your 2009
Membership?
If you have not paid you dues for 2009, please
complete the form below and send your
donation to the church office.
Now you can pay your membership and/or
stewardship with your MasterCard or Visa
2009 Membership Application Sts Sahag and
Mesrob Armenian Church of Providence, RI
I/WE would like to be year 2009 dues-paying
member(s) of Sts Sahag and Mesrob Amenian
Church of Providence.
($150.00 per person and seniors $100.00)
Members #1 Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:
Sts. Sahag & Mesrob ChurchPlease mail
this completed form and payment
information to the church office:
70 Jefferson Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02908
_______________________________________
Members #2 Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:
New member dues must be received by June 30, 2009 to
be eligible to vote during the 2010 parish assembly.
_______________________________________
_______________________________________
Address:
_______________________________________
City: ______________________ State: ______
Zipcode: _______________________________
Phone: (______) _________________________
Email: _________________________________
Check enclosed
Charge my MasterCard / Visa
Credit Card Number:
_________ _________ _________ _________
Expiration Date: ____/____
(Membership and/or Stewardship donations are tax deductible.
New member dues must be received by June 20, 2009 to be
eligaible to vote during the 2010 assembly)
_____________________________________________________
For Office Use Only:
Account No(s): ________________________________________
Date Received: ____________ Amount Received: ___________
Check # __________________ Amount: ___________________
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The Newsletter Committee
Editor in Chief
Rev. Fr. Sahak Kaishian
Layout and Design
Len Arzoomanian
The Saints Sahag & Mesrob Church Newsletter is a publication of Saints Sahag & Mesrob Church of 70 Jefferson St., Providence, RI
02908. Submission of news articles, photos, essays, poetry, book reviews, and letters is welcomed and should be sent to the church
office (office@stsahmes.org). All text must be submitted in electronic format, preferably in Microsoft Word, as a text file or as email. Please note that the editorial board reserves the right to modify and/or reject articles, photos, etc. All materials must be received
no later than the published submission deadlines per issue as published in the church bulletins.
Church Office Hours
The Church Office is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
If you would like to meet with the Pastor or submit items for the Sunday Bulletin, please contact the office at 401-272-7712 or
office@stsahmes.org. If you call after hours, please leave your requests on the answering machine, and the administrative assistant
will be happy to process them promptly. For emergencies, please contact Der Hayr at 612-532-0820.
Administrative Information
Pastor
Rev. Fr. Sahak Kaishian, Interim Pastor
401-272-7712
For Emergencies 612-532-0822
frsahak@gmail.com
Administrative Assistant
Fran Armstrong, 401-272-7712
office@stsahmes.org
Parish Council
Chairperson
John Kazarian, 401-861-2065
Diocesan Delegates
Edward Onanian, 401-398-1010
Ann Ayrassian, 401-272-4743
Stephen Megrdichian, 401-464-9004
Nathalie Yaghoobian, 401-353-2488
ACYOA
Arts Education Program
Janna Guegamian, 401-861-357
Petroskon@aol.com
Altar Guild
Ann Ayrassian, 401-272-4743
Ayrassian@kpmg.com
Secretary
Jason Martiesian, 401-455-3975
Bazaar Committee
Call Church Office, 401-272-7712
Assistant Secretary
Building Rentals
Robert Janigian, 401-944-2218
bobjanig@cox.net
Assistant Treasurer
Gary Taraian, 508-761-4600
Advisors
Leonard J Arzoomanian, 401-232-0869
Joyce Avedisian, 401-724-3978
Hermond Ghazarian, 401-821-2549
Marjorie Martiesian, 401-861-5147
Armen Janigian, 401-353-0351
Cultural Committee
Konstantin Petrossian, 401-861-3573
Organizations
Vice Chairperson
Zita Butler, 401-728-8015
Treasurer
Steven Zaroogian, 401-885-2253
Armenian Language School
Hagop Ghajanian, 401-467-2582
h.ghajanian@osjl.com
Choir & Junior Choir
Konstantin Petrossian, 401-861-3573
petroskon@aol.com
Church Library
Hosanna Derderian
Investment Committee
Edward Onanian, 401-398-1010
edonanian@cox.net
Memorial Dinner Committee
Martin Mahdesyan, 401-726-3389
Ladies Aid
Doris Avedisian, 401-353-1039
Personnel Committee
Senior Citizens
Peter Jamgochian, 401-739-3866
Sports Committee
Terrance Martiesian, 401-272-0269
Membership/Stewardship
Women’s Guild
Melanie Krikorian, 401-353-4519
Sunday School
Debbie Onanian, 401-615-5583
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DATE SEPTEMBER 14, 2009
Please join us for a wonderful day of golf at
The Pawtucket Country Club
Your participation & sponsorship will support
Saints Sahag & Mesrob Armenian Church
TIME
11:30 AM
1:00 PM
6:30 PM
Please Make Checks Payable To:
Saints Sahag & Mesrob Armenian
Church
Reference: Golf Tournament
QUESTIONS PLEASE
CONTACT:
CHURCH OFFICE
Name
PHONE: 401-272-7712
FAX: 401-272-2832
OR
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BBQ LUNCH
SHOTGUN START
DINNER AND AWARDS
Sponsorship Registration
Sign up for:
Address
www.stsahmes.org/golf2009
EVENT
Phone
Price
Foursome Sponsor
$780
Individual Golf Entry $195
Major Tee Sponsor
$500
Tee Sponsor
$100
Dinner Ticket
$50
Other
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
AUGUST
16
18
26
Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God and
Blessing of Grapes
ACYOA Seniors Pool Party 1 p.m. at the Vartanian’s
Parish Council 7:30 p.m.
Vesper Service & Discussion “Knowing Your Church”
7:00pm
SEPTEMBER
10
12
13
14
15
18
22
25
26
27
30
ACYOA Seniors Meeting 7 p.m.
Cultural Committee Arts Education Registration 10 a.m.
Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Sunday School Opening Day
Pre-Registration for Armenian School
Second Annual Golf Tournament
Armenian School - Registration and first day of Classes
6:00 p.m.
Nazeli Dance Group (6 p.m.) & Junior Choir (7:30 p.m.)
begin
Parish Council 7:30 p.m.
Arts Education Classes begin 10 a.m.
Cultural Committee Autumn Concert 7 p.m.
Blood Drive
Vespers Service & Discussion “Knowing Your Church”
7:00 p.m.
OCTOBER
9-12 ACYOA Juniors Sports Weekend, Fair Lawn, NJ
18 Church Name Day
20 Parish Council 7:30 p.m.
25 Ladies Aid Luncheon after church
NOVEMBER
ACYOA Seniors Regional Meeting & Dance, Springfield,
MA
13-15 Annual Church Bazaar
17 Parish Council 7:30 p.m.
22 Women’s Guild Thanksgiving Dinner after church
28 ACYOA Christmas Dance
7
DECEMBER
5 Annual Christmas concert - Sts. Vartanantz Church, 7 p.m
15 Parish Council
24 Christmas Eve Service

Aug, Sep 2009 - Saints Sahag and St Mesrob Church

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