Looys Summer 2016 - St. James Armenian Church

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ԼՈՅՍ ԼՐԱԳԻՐ | ԱՄԱՌ 2016
SUMMER 2016 ԱՄԱՌ
“I bow before the mercy of the Lord,
who willed that Armenia should become,
in the year 301, the first nation to
accept Christianity as its religion.”
POPE FRANCIS
ARMENIA, JUNE 24, 2016
REMEMBRANCE, WITNESS, AND RESURRECTION
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ver 800 people gathered
at the Cathedral of the
Holy Cross of the Boston
Catholic Archdiocese, on
Saturday, April 23, for the first-ever
Ecumenical Service commemorating
“the Holy Saints and Martyrs of the
Armenian Genocide.”
The head of the Boston Roman
Catholic Archdiocese, Cardinal Sean
P. O’Malley, was accompanied by
dignitaries from various churches and
organizations, including Archbishop
Khajag Barsamian of the Diocese of
the Armenian Church of America
(Eastern),
Archbishop
Oshagan
Choloyan of the Eastern Prelacy of
the Armenian Church of America, as
well as clergy from all local Armenian
Churches, and heads of the local
Eastern Catholic Churches, and others
for the service, titled “Remembrance,
Witness, and Resurrection.” Fr. Arakel
Aljalian and St. James deacons, altar
servers and choir members took part
in the service as well.
In his sermon, Cardinal O’Malley
drew attention to God’s steadfast
love for his people, saying, “It is that
faith, that memory, that conviction,
that allows us to recall the genocide
of a century ago, and to know that the
love and power of God is stronger than
death. Christ’s cross has conquered sin
and death for us.”
He added, “Today we are all
Armenian. We must learn to see
human suffering with the eyes of
compassion.”
Several hymns were performed by
a large chorus composed of members
of Armenian choirs, led by our own
Maestro Artur Veranian. A reception
followed in the Cathedral High School
Gymnasium.
more photos on page 2
Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley, Archbishop Khajag
Barsamian, and Archbishop Oshagan Choloyan
during the procession at the Cathedral of the
Holy Cross.
REMEMBRANCE, WITNES
SS, AND RESURRECTION
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LOOYS NEWSLETTER | SUMMER 2016
FEAST OF THE HOLY MARTYRS
OF THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE
SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2016
POPE FRANCIS IN ARMENIA
J
une marked a historic event for the Armenian people,
as His Holiness Pope Francis made his first visit to our
homeland from June 24-26. Themed “A Visit to the
First Christian Nation,” the Pope’s three-day journey
included a prayer service in Yerevan’s Republic
Square and a stop at the Dzidzernagapert Genocide
Memorial. Pope Francis and His Holiness Karekin
II, Catholicos of All Armenians, also presided over a
Holy Mass in Gyumri’s Vartanants Square. The visit
culminated with Divine Liturgy celebrated at the
Cathedral of Holy Etchmiadzin on Sunday.
Last year, Pope Francis celebrated a Mass in St.
Peter’s Basilica in Rome to commemorate the
100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. In an
exquisite service in the Armenian rite, the leader of the
Roman Catholic Church offered prayers in memory
of the Armenian martyrs of 1915, and expressed his
profound solidarity with the Armenian people in their
historic struggles and continuing aspirations.
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PRESIDENT OF ARMENIA VISITS BOSTON
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n March, St. James was honored to receive a visit
from His Excellency Serzh Sargsyan, president of
the Republic of Armenia, as part of his official visit
to Boston in commemoration of the 25th anniversary
of the independence of the Republic of Armenia.
President Sargsyan’s three-day visit included visits
to area universities, meetings with government
officials including Governor Baker and Mayor
Walsh, and stops at Armenian churches, schools, and
organizations in the area. On his final night in Boston,
President Sargsyan visited St. James, where he placed
flowers at the base of the Martyrs’ Monument and
visited the sanctuary before attending a reception for
the Armenian Community in the Charles Mosesian
Cultural & Youth Center. Over 600 members of the
community were in attendance to hear the President’s
remarks and celebrate his visit to Boston.
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SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDS
On Sunday, June 19, our community recognized the young adults of our parish who received scholarship awards from St. James Church.
We extend our sincere gratitude to all those parishioners who have established scholarship funds to support and encourage the youth of
our church in their academic endeavors. Over $22,000 in scholarships was awarded to the young adults of St. James.
Alyssa Bogosian
John Bogosian Trocchi
David Boloyan
Lucine Boloyan
Alex Bresnee
Arlin Cimen
Shant DerTorossian
Natalie Eskici
Aram Gurekian
Ari Kazanjian
Raffi Kazanjian
Dylan Madden
Dylan Madden
Shane Madden
Shane Madden
Shant Melkonian
Tania Melkonian
Tania Melkonian
Matthew Reppucci
Julia Samuelian
Julia Samuelian
Ari Shirinian
Hagop Toghramadjian
Thomas Toghramadjian
Lori Yeterian
Jocko & Phyllis Ananian Memorial Scholarship
Martin Martinian Memorial Scholarship
Veronica Tarvezian Memorial Scholarship (GKT)
Virginia Bedrosian Memorial Scholarship
Vernon H. Assarian Memorial Scholarship
Edward & Elaine Patapanian Scholarship
Armene Tarvezian Memorial Scholarship (GKT)
Greg Janian Memorial Scholarship
Robert Movsessian Memorial Scholarship
Edward & Elaine Patapanian Scholarship
Michael & Ovsanna Hovannesian Memorial Scholarship
Edward & Joyce Berberian Memorial Scholarship
Daniel Percy Hindlian Memorial Scholarship
Kayzag & Isabelle Totovian Memorial Scholarship
Madeline Kasabian Leone Memorial Scholarship
Hovnan & Agnes Hovnanian Memorial Scholarship
John Kurkjian Memorial Scholarship
Terjenian & Thomas Families Memorial Scholarship
Levon, Herant, Zarouhie & Raffi Hollisian Memorial Scholarship
George & Rose Tashjian Memorial Scholarship
Alice Khederian Scholarship
Gladys & Anna Najarian Medzorian Scholarship
Simon DerSimonian Memorial Scholarship
Alice & Ann Kaprielian Memorial Scholarship
Herach & Anne Kazanjian Memorial Scholarship
We extend our sincere gratitude to all those parishioners who have established scholarship funds to support and encourage
the youth of our church in their academic studies and endeavors.
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ACYOA JUNIORS HYE M’RTSOOM
Memorial Day weekend at St. James is the highlight of the
year for our ACYOA Juniors, as they host ACYOA Juniors
from throughout the Diocese for the annual Hye M’rtsoom
Junior Sports Weekend. This year marked the 41st Hye
M”rtsoom, as we hosted 211 participants from 14 parishes,
including parishes in New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia,
and throughout New England.
The theme of this year’s Hye M’rtsoom was “Stronger
Together,” selected by our ACYOA members as they
reflected on the first year following the Armenian Genocide
Centennial. The theme focused on how they are truly
stronger when they gather in Christ’s name, bonded by their
faith and their Armenian culture.
We were fortunate to have many special visitors
throughout the weekend, including our Primate Abp. Khajag
Barsamian, Diocesan Vicar V. Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian,
and several Diocesan clergy - who joined together for a
game of volleyball against the coaches on Saturday morning!
Jennifer Morris, Diocesan Director of Youth and Young
Adult Ministry, was also present throughout the weekend.
On Saturday morning after morning service, the
participants were excited to receive a visit from Houry
Gebeshian, a native of Massachusetts and the first female
Armenian gymnast to represent Armenia in the upcoming
summer Olympics. Houry delivered an inspiring message
to the participants, describing her journey to the Olympics
- which was not without its challenges - encouraging the
youth to work hard and never give up in order to reach their
goals.
The sports competitions began on Saturday, with teams
competing in volleyball, basketball, and individual sports.
Halfway through the sports, participants gathered in the
kitchen to make more than 300 sandwiches for the Pine
Street Inn in Boston. Once the sports concluded for the
day, participants headed home for dinner with their host
family and then back to St. James for an evening dance and
activities.
Sunday began with participants filling the church
sanctuary as they gathered for worship. V. Rev. Fr. Simeon
Odabashian, Diocesan Vicar, delivered a sermon on the
weekend’s theme, “Stronger Together.” He emphasized the
importance of working together as an Armenian Christian
community. After services, everyone gathered to watch the
intense sports finals. Congratulations to our boys basketball
A team for winning the first place trophy! On Sunday
evening, participants gathered at St. James for dinner and
an awards ceremony and enjoyed dancing to Armenian and
American music.
Monday morning, everyone gathered for a farewell
breakfast before heading back to their parish communities.
Sincere thanks are in order to all who volunteered,
supported, and helped make this year’s Hye M’rtsoom a
great success. The example of those who gladly offered their
time to serve our Church has left a lasting impression on our
youth. Our youth are fortunate to have such a supportive St.
James family, who took the time to volunteer during sports,
prepare meals, and volunteer in so many ways to make the
weekend memorable for everyone.
Much appreciation goes out to all the parents who
graciously opened their homes to our guests and cared for
them as they would their own children, to St. James leadership
and organizations, who so willingly took on responsibilities
and tasks to make everything run so smoothly, and to our
area parishes for their support whenever needed. We
couldn’t have done it without you!
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ACYOA JUNIORS HYE M’RTSOOM
ACYOA SENIORS NEWS
Over 50 ACYOA Seniors participated in the 2016 ACYOA
National Sports Weekend in May, hosted in downtown Boston
by our neighboring parish, the Holy Trinity ACYOA Seniors of
Cambridge, MA. St. James delegates participated in the General
Assembly on Thursday and Friday, which took place at the
Westin Waterfront hotel, which included a visit to Armenian
Heritage Park on Thursday evening. We congratulate the Holy
Trinity ACYOA Seniors on hosting a wonderful weekend in
our hometown!
St. James 69th
ANNUAL BAZAAR
Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15
Armenian Food, Delicacies & Pastries,
Booths and Vendors,
Raffles, Children’s Activities, and more!
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ST. JAMES EREBUNI ARMENIAN SCHOOL
he St. James Erebuni School has
never been bigger! In the 2015-2016
academic year, we had 11 Eastern
and 4 Western Armenian classes
ranging from preschool to seventh
grade, Chess club, and regular music
instruction. Our wonderful teachers
continue to invest themselves in
their students’ education, going
beyond basic classroom instruction.
This year, classes enjoyed field
trips to the Armenian Museum of
America and the Edgerton Center
at MIT. We also enjoyed a visit
from author Stephen Kurkjian. In
the spring, we hosted the New
England
Armenian
Teachers’
Seminar, during which our teachers
Mayda Yetimian, Annie Kalaydjian,
Rita Meneshian, Anna Kupelian,
Nelli Harutyunyan and Principal
Armine Manukyan were awarded
Certificates of Appreciation from the
Diocesan Department of Armenian
Education for valuable contributions
to Armenian Education and Culture.
Our wonderful parents also
continue to support the school in
various ways. Gary Markosyan has
put together a Math enrichment
class, and a possible Robotics class is
being discussed. This past year, for
the first time in its history, the school
began the publication of a monthly
newsletter, presenting classroom
news and events the school’s
community. The year concluded
with our June recitals, and we
celebrated the end of the year with
a Teacher Appreciation Luncheon,
which is becoming an annual
tradition. The future has never been
brighter for our school and we look
forward to the coming school year!
To learn more about the school
and become part of our community,
we invite you to join us at the
school’s annual family picnic
on August 27, and urge you to
consider registering your children
for the fall semester, scheduled to
begin on September 10 (contact
Principal Armine Manukyan at
[email protected]
for details).
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ARMENIAN FESTIVAL
Sunday, June 12, 2016
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
THANK YOU to our 2016 Festival Chairs
Emily Diloyan and Mark Yacubian Torre,
who have successfully served as chairs for the
past five years. Much appreciation goes to the
countless volunteers, and to all who attended
– all of whom helped make this year’s St.
James Armenian Festival a success!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FESTIVAL
RAFFLE WINNERS!
1st Place - $1,000 – Ishkhan Ishkhanian
2nd Place - $500 – Doug Chakmakian
3rd Place - $100 – Joseph Sarkisian
4th Place - $100 – Jack Pilibosian
5th Place - $100 – Jean Martinian
Manuk & Susanna Degirmenci
Bob & Adrina Kletjian
Paul Bedrosian
Bill & Silva MacMillan
Jacob & Audrey Pilibosian
Giragosian Family Funeral Home
Mary Jane Hindlian Flower
Michael & Sonya Shooshan
Leon Kachadorian
Hajian Architects
Armenian American Social Club
Kevin & Natalie Eskici
The Boloyan Family
Anahid Krikorian
Arpie Maksoudian Highgas
Lori Abrahamian
Robert and Marilyn Mozian
Toros, Zavarte & Ani Moushigian
Arthur & Jbid Kostikian
Anonymous
Mary Kioumejian
Sandra Meldonian Robichaud
Sonja Pollard
Gladys Kaloostian
Manus Ipek
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Holy Week and Easter Services
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Sunday School GRADUATION
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ome were the first of the siblings: Alec, Jacob, Matthew T.,
Lydia; some were the last of the siblings: Christopher, Anna,
Ben Harry, Gregory, Michael, Lori, Lydia, Ani, Eric; some
were middle siblings: Nairi, Matthew P., and one, Nareg, an
only sibling; coming to St. James at a young and tender age
to become a new family of brothers and sisters, taking the
journey together through the years of Sunday school.
Sunday, June 5th, this new family of siblings culminated
their formal Sunday school years, renewing their Baptismal
vows, receiving their diplomas, sharing memories of their
past and visions of their future.
Following the presentation of their diplomas, Fr. Arakel,
in his sermon, thanked and congratulated the graduates
for their commitment to their church, their faith and their
religious education. He spoke of continuing their education,
being true to themselves, remembering who their family is,
where they have come from, choosing good friends, having
dreams and being happy. He reminded them that St. James is
their home, always there for them.
Immediately following Divine Liturgy, a short program
and reception was held in Keljik Hall. Salutatory speeches
were given by Alec Maserejian and Lydia Thompson and
the Valedictory speech was given by Nareg Kalaydjian. In
their speeches, they spoke of coming to Sunday school at an
early age, the excitement then, the years that followed when
it became difficult, and the appreciation and happiness of
becoming a graduate of St. James Sunday School. They spoke
fondly and with thanks for their teachers and the family of
friends they will always have. They spoke of the lessons
learned, the faith built and the foundation that will support
them going forward. A slide show prepared by Matthew
Reppucci with each graduate sharing a thought of their
Sunday school years was presented.
A lovely reception was prepared and hosted by Sunday
school parents, past and present. Our sincere thank you to all.
OUR HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS,
BEST WISHES AND GOD’S BLESSINGS TO:
Christopher Banks, son of Laura and Paul
Anna Boloyan, daughter of Rachel and Carl
Benjamin Bresnee, son of Laura
Nareg Kalaydjian, son of Annie and Alex
Harry Kaloostian, son of April and Kenneth
Gregory Kazanjian, son of Tamar and Paul
Alec Maserejian, son of Jack and Lucy
Jacob Naroian, son of Suzy and Jeff
Nairi Ostayan, daughter of Karnig and Linda
Matthew Pirundini, son of Lori and Paul
Michael Samuelian, son of Diane and Kenneth
Lori Shirinian, daughter of Helda and Gazaros
Ani Talanian, daughter of Carol and Bryan
Lydia Thompson, daughter of Stephanie and William
Eric Trimble, son of Andrea and Stephen
Matthew Tufankjian, son of Ellen and Gregory
Spring ACTIVITIES
Sunday School students learn how to make nushkhar with Fr. Arakel.
Sunday School students prepare Easter baskets
on Service Sunday.
Past and current superintendents and teachers pose for a photo during
the Sunday School’s 80th Anniversary Celebration.
Students in church on Palm Sunday.
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congratulations
graduates
LUCINE BAHTIARIAN, daughter of Michael and Florence
Bahtiarian, graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute
in May 2016 with a Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering.
She has an undergraduate degree in Robotic Engineering
from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
HARRY ANDREW BARSAMIAN graduated in May
from George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. He received
his BS in Information Technology (Networking and
Telecommunications Concentration). Additionally, he was
an Army ROTC scholarship recipient and was commissioned
as a Second Lieutenant in the US Army. He will begin his
training as an Active Duty Infantry Officer at Ft. Benning,
GA in November 2016. He is the son of Steven and Dorian
Barsamian, and grandson of Rev. Arsen Barsamian and the
late Yeretzgin Varteni Barsamian.
KARINA TANYA BEKELIAN, daughter of Kevork and
Talin Bekelian and granddaughter of Hagop and Nadia
Ucuzian, graduated from MCPHS University with a Doctor
of Pharmacy degree. She will soon begin her position as a
Pharmacist at CVS Pharmacy.
DAVID BOLOYAN, son of Carl and Rachel Boloyan,
graduated from Newton North High School in June. He
will be attending Bentley University in the fall where he is
the recipient of the President’s Scholarship. He plans on
studying Economics and Finance.
TINA BREWSTER, daughter of Chuck and Nancy Brewster
of Billerica and granddaughter of Ed Brewster, received a
bachelor of science degree in Athletic Training, cum laude,
from Merrimack College.
Dr. Shant Broukian, son of Raphael and Astgik
Broukian, graduated from the Emergency Medicine
residency program at Staten Island University Hospital
in Staten Island, NY in June. He will begin working as an
emergency physician at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA
this July.
NAREG OSTAYAN, son of Karnig and Linda Ostayan,
Graduated from Belmont High School. He will be attending
Merrimack College in the fall.
DYLAN BRYAN TOROS MADDEN, son of Michael
Madden and Brenda Papazian-Madden, graduated from
Arlington Catholic High School. He will attend Lasell College
in Newton for Business Administration in September 2016.
GREG MOURADIAN, son of Paul and Susan Mouradian
of Franklin and grandson of Ed Brewster, received a Bachelor
of Arts Degree in Economics from Brown University. Greg
will attend medical school at Brown in the fall.
GREG PAPAZIAN, husband of Sylvie, father of two,
and son-in- law of Deacon Apkar and Arpie Potookian,
received his BA in Illustration this past May 2016 from the
Massachusetts College of Art and Design. He has been in
the fashion industry for the past 15 years, with his own store
in Bedford, and hopes to publish his first illustrated book
later this year on Armenian mythology. He graduated from
MassArt with academic honors and was the recipient of
various awards in creative writing and illustration.
MATTHEW MADANIAN REPPUCCI, son of Michael
and Nancy Madanian Reppucci, graduated Summa Cum
Laude from Belmont Hill School. This year at Belmont Hill’s
Prize Day, he was awarded an Edward M. Burr Community
Service Award. Matt will attend Tufts University in the fall.
JULIA SAMUELIAN, daughter of Kenneth and Diane
and granddaughter of Marien Samuelian, graduated from
Belmont High School, where she was a member of the
National Honor Society in her junior and senior years. Julia
is also a two-time recipient of the President’s Volunteer
Service Award. She will attend Boston University in the fall.
ANDREA A. ZEYTOONJIAN, daughter of Henry
and Carol, graduated from Simmons College School of
Management in May 2016 with a Master’s Degree in Business
Administration. Andrea currently works as a Senior Project
Manager in the Jerome Lipper Multiple Myeloma Center at
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston.
Best wishes to the class of 2016
golf tournament
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ay 16th marked the date of the 17th Annual
St. James Golf Tournament, hosted by the
St. James Men’s Club. The tournament
took place at the Oakley Country Club in
Watertown with 104 golfers, 75 sponsors,
and a wonderful group of volunteers. The
weather was sunny but cool and the golfers
and volunteers toughed it out on the difficult
course with great team spirit.
Ron Tashjian and Dick Janjigian chaired the
committee of Men’s Club members who
gathered sponsors, gifts, and golfers. The
post-golf dinner consisted of a full Armenian
Mezza and the proverbial Chicken and Pilaf
dinner. The evening ended with prizes for
golfers, a raffle, and a silent auction. Sadly,
there was no Hole-in-One for the day. The
tournament raised in excess of $19,000.
Special thanks go to the overall tournament
sponsor, the Atinizian Family and also to
our special donor, Ed Keljik.
Dick Janjigian
Mesrob Mashdots Institute
EXALTATION OF
THE HOLY CROSS
Homecoming Sunday
Sunday School Opening Day
SEPTEMBER 11, 2016
Mesrob Mashdots Institute, which teaches
Western Armenian language to adults, will
start its Fall 2016 semester on Monday,
September 26, 2016. We had very successful
Fall 2015, Winter & Spring/Summer 2016
semesters with 9 new students. If you have
been thinking to learn the language, “it’s
never too late,” do not put it off again - join
in September.
For information about the curriculum,
contact Annie Chekijian at 617-489-5984 or
[email protected].
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WOMEN’S GUILD
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n April 16th, 2016 members of the St. James
Women’s Guild took part in Saintly Women’s
Day at Holy Trinity Armenian Church along
with several other Massachusetts Women’s
Guilds. The commemoration honored Saint Mary, the Holy
Mother of God (Asvadzadzin), Queen of Heaven. After a
welcome with coffee and choeregs, the ladies proceeded to
the Sanctuary for a church service with clergy and members.
Following the church service, a delicious luncheon was
served in Charles Talanian Hall with Sr. Bridget Haase,
OSU was the guest speaker following welcome remarks
from Fr. Vasken Kouzouian and Nancy Kassabian, Chair
of the Women’s Guild Central Council. Sister Bridget is an
author, story teller and true minister of service and engaged
everyone with her stories and reflections of her ministry.
She spoke on her many experiences servicing others from
the mountain folks of Appalachia, villagers in Mexico,
deserts of Sudan feeding starving children, infant and child
early educator and ministering to those with neurological
diseases. An accomplished author, Sister Bridget was
entertaining, enlightening, and inspirational. Special thanks
to Cathy Minassian and her committee for organizing
the beautiful day highlighting our Faith, Fellowship and
Women’s Ministry.
Nancy Kassabian
Photo Above: St. James Women’s Guild members pose for a photo at
the Saintly Women’s Day Luncheon.
PARISH COUNCIL WELCOMES PRIMATE
Our 2016 Parish Council poses for a photo with our Primate, Archbishop Khajag Barsamian,
during his visit to St. James on Sunday, April 24, 2016.
In Lieu of Flowers
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The following donations have been received
with appreciation by St. James Armenian
Apostolic Church. May God bless the souls
of our dearly departed and give comfort to
their families.
ALBERT S.
HOVANNESIAN
February 16, 2016
Kharajian Family
Louis & Annette Abruzzese
John Aharonian
Kirk & Lee Aharonian
Dr. Jacob & Ruby Baboian
Jane Barrett
Jacqueline Baugher
Ted & Joanne Benton
Jill & Tony Chapdelaine &
Family
Terrance & Mary Ellen
Dugan
Lucy (Yaghsizian) Gagnon
Nancy Guleserian
Charlie & Laura Janikian
Agop & Santoujht Jouldjian
Arlene Kasarjian Dean
Soultanian
Dr. Parnag & Nancy
Kasarjian
Alfonse J. Martignette
Marguerite Maserian
Louise D. Missakian
Sandra L. Missakian
Sheryl Panjian
Dorothy Pimental
Kenneth & Diane Samuelian
Marien Samuelian
Diana K. Topjian
Winchester Rotary Club
Total: $2,195
GULBEYAZ KAYA
February 17, 2016
Markar & Anita Kaya &
Family
Kevork Abdalian
Ojeni Abradjian
Carol Alagla
Arsho Aljoukian
Seta Arazian
Hera Arslanian
Hovsep Avedikian
Garbis & Cicek Baba
Ropin Baymus
Ankin Cam
Glenn & Hilda Campbell
Mihran & Natalie
Chaprazian
Chitchian Family
Avedis & Vilda Cimen
Manuel & Vilma Cimenian
Avadis Cinar
Iskender Cinar
Mr. & Mrs. Kirkor Cinar
Misak & Manus Dikranian
Filyani Dilan & Family
Jak & Ani Eskici
Istepan & Suzy Gigiyan
Varujan Gulderian
Satenig & Mihran Guler
Shakeh Hagopian
Manus Ipek
Silva & Migirdic Kavak
Sarkis Kaya
Taline & Christian Kebadjian
Jacqueline Ketchedjian
Nihat Kocak
Elizabeth Kocak
Alice K. Mellian
Rose Z. Karibian
Edward & Ossan Merjikian
Harout & Suzi Mouradian
Zadik & Alis Ozcan
Anna Ozcan
Garo & Jaklin Ozcan
Gulnar Sahagian
Herman Sahan & Family
Mihran & Yolen Sherikian
Kegham Sherikian
Ann Simon
Mr. & Mrs. Jean
Soghomonian
Josiane Tamburrini
Jamie & Aylin Tamburrini
Angel Tavitian
Apet Torosian
Berj & Ani Yildirim
Serj Yildiz
Setrek Yuzlek & Family
Raffi & Mari Zargarian
Nuris & Agop Zeki
Total: $2,465
VARTER SHIRINIAN
February 20, 2016
Sarkis & Nadia Abrahamian
Arpi Avakian
Herika Sarafian
Donnarose Russian
Apet Torosian
Total: $210
MARY SARKISIAN
February 22, 2016
Joseph H. & Catherine
Sarkisian
Joseph Sarkisian
Rose Arakelian
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Assarian
Steve & Hilda Assarian
Carol & Ron Beattie
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald
Demerjian
Kenneth & Karen Demerjian
Fr. Hovnan & Yn. Anna
Demerjian
Chris,Jesswica,Arin & Evan
Demerjian
Priscilla Diluzio
Mary F. Hagopian
George & Lorraine
Marootian
Loretta M. Mahoney
Margaret A. Carney
Alice Papazian
Gloria Pomelli
Bob & Sandy Raphalian
Donnarose Russian
Jeanne Snow Michael Richal
Richard & Ann Tarvezian
David Yerganian
Donna & Rich Yerganian
Total: $1,265
BEATRICE
OHANNESSIAN
February 23, 2016
Elaine & Mark Jefferson
Stanley, Lori & Stephen
Tagarelis
Mr. & Mrs. James Der
Minasian
Der Minasian Family
Albert & Linda Abkarian
Diana Adamian
Harry & Azniv Amiralian
Rose Arakelian
Lucy Aroian
Deborah Ashjian
Charles & Sona Aslanian
Mr. & Mrs. Leon Atamian
Sara Helen Ayanian
Virginia Baboian
Dr. Jacob & Ruby Baboian
Paul Bedrosian
Mr. & Mrs. Richard
Bedrosian
Sara Bejoian & Family
Don & Sunny Boghosian
Debra A. Boyajian
Edward Brewster
Edward & Nancy Burns
Mr. & Mrs. Edward T.
Canniff
David & Sandra Chase
Michael Citino & Family
Joan & James Corn
Leslie & Jim Cristello &
Family
Leanne Dagavarian
Karen Dederyan
Albert & Nancy Der
Parseghian
Alice Derderian
Maria Derderian
Linda DerParseghian
Karen & Richard Diranian
Anthony & Christine
Parnagian Esposito
Angela Krikorian Parnagian
Liz & Sal Falzone
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Gallivan &
Family
Sonia Garabedian
Alice Gelenian
Suzy Gigiyan
Steve & Margie Glikas
Nora Kalajian
Dr. & Mrs. Nishan
Goudsouzian
Anita M. Grassi
Charles & Joyce Guleserian
Ruth Harutunian
Deborah Heneghan
Rosemary E. Higgott
Stephan & Lisa Hovnanian
John & Karen Hovsepian
Leon Kachadorian
Gladys Kaloostian
Grace Kaloostian
Krikor & Nancy Kassabian
Mr. & Mrs. Hovhanes
Kassabian & Family
Edward & Mary Ann
Kazanjian
Linda Keljik
Lillian Kezerian
Gloria Khederian
John & Brenda Khederian
Aracse Kurkjian & Family
Jean E. Martinian
Alice K. Mellian
Rose Z. Karibian
Ed & Julie Mesrobian
Louise D. Missakian
Sandra L. Missakian
Sandra & Stan Mitchell
Cheryl R. Mooradian &
Family
Kathy & Elliott Morss
Claire Musserian
Ann Navoian
Gertrude Ohannessian
Edward & Cynthia
Ohannessian
Shirley Onanian
Garo & Sarpie Ostayan
Karnig & Linda Ostayan &
Family
Oliver & Laura Ozcan
Marilyn Papazian & Family
Harry & Judy Papazian &
Family
Gloria Paretchanian
Harry & Hrip Parsekian
Mr. & Mrs. Edward
Patapanian
Jack & Audrey Pilibosian
Shirlee & Bill Purcell
Nancy Madanian Reppucci
John & Nina Sahagian
Mr. & Mrs. Farouk Salahi
Kenneth & Diane Samuelian
Marien Samuelian
Herika Sarafian
Irene Sarkisian & Family
Dr. & Mrs. John Saryan
Marlene Seferian
Michael & Sonya Shooshan
Berdj & Caroline Soultanian
Greg & Linda Takvorian
Peter, Isabel & Joyce
Talanian
Gayle & Michael Yapchaian
Carol & Raffi Yeghiayan
Nancy K. Zanca
Amy Zeytoonian
David Zotian
Melinda LaMura
Total: $4,405
RICHARD SAMOURIAN
February 25, 2016
Mal & Lori Barsamian
Ron Dilbarian & Family
Steve & Margie Kalajian
Glikas
Kay Goshgarian
Crosby Jr. & Flo Goshgarian
& Family
Jack & Carol (Goshgarian)
Hoplamazian
Charles T. Jennings
Richard J. Kelly
Maria Kendricken
Arshalous Q. Kezerian
Robert & Adrina
(Goshgarian) Kletjian
Vahan Kouyoumjian
Diane Krikorian
Aracse Kurkjian & Family
Roy & Marilyn Larkin
Paul & Carol Mooradian
Carl K. & Valerie Narsasian
Shirley Onanian
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Lorraine Parnagian
Richard Slifka
Sandy & Bert Wikstrom
Arlene (Kasabian) Young
Mr. & Mrs. Hagop Jack
Zarzatian, Jr.
Hagop & Nadia Ucuzian
Amy Zeytoonian
Gerri Madigan
Barbara McKenna
Total: $2,625
Total: $1,780
HAIG VARTANIAN
April 1, 2016
Total: $1,000
Victor & Nancy Ganjian
DOROTHY (KELJIKIAN)
GOSHGARIAN
April 21, 2016
MICHAEL VATCHE
MICAELIAN
March 19, 2016
Harry & Hripsime
Parsekian
Total: $50
MATTHEW P. KYVELOS
March 22, 2016
Ohan & Rosemary
Armoudian
Steve, Hilda & Adam
Assarian
Michael & Anita Assarian
Nishan & Margrit Atinizian
Dr. & Mrs. Jirayr & Annie
Balikian
Leon & Helen Barsamian
Mr. & Mrs. Carl Bazarian
John & Barbara Berberian
James & Christina
Chalapatas
Annie & Berj Chekijian
Talene (Tarvezian) &
Andrew Choly
Kenneth & Karen
Demerjian
Ronald W. Demerjian
Haig & Donna Deranian
Steve & Margie Glikas
Jeff & Virginia Gosdanian
Mr. & Mrs. Richard A.
Hagopian
Armen & Rose Hagopian
Sonia Janian
Leon Janikian
June Foster
Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth
Kalajian
Mr. & Mrs. Steven
Kechejian & Family
Ann & Paul Korian
Gale & Harry Krikorian
Diane Krikorian
Beth Krikorian
Charles Krikorian
Roy & Marilyn Larkin
Enis M. Macri
Kenneth Mahtesian
Marilyn Mozian
Charleen & Peter Onanian
Ed & Barbara Paolino
Alice Papazian
Dr. Harry & Judith
Papazian
Garo,Melene & Zakar
Papazian
Richard & David Papazian
John & Vera Peterson
Joseph Sarkisian
Martin & Diana
Shoushanian
Total: $50
KAY “KNARIG”
SURABIAN
April 18, 2016
Deborah M. Surabian
Janette & Robert Nason
Valerie & Michael Robert
Tersakian
Jim & Marta Batmasian
Mr. & Mrs. Chad
Burroughs
Beryl & Vernon Domingo
Pamela K. DiBella
Gail Haroutunian
Janice Haroutunian-Avery
Dr. Harry Kavoogian, Jr.
Kathleen McKenna
Mr. & Mrs. Michael
Mouradian
Mr. & Mrs. David
Mouradian
Claire Piankian
Kenneth Z. Surabian
Richard & Barbara
Surabian
Harry & Grace Surabian
Mr. & Mrs. Charles
Surabian & Family
The Keane Family
Garo & Aida Yavshayan
Total: $1,050
ANITA DER MINASIAN
April 19, 2016
Harry Der Minasian
James & Trish Der
Minasian
Amanda Der Minasian
Michael & Donna Der
Minasian
ARS Services, Inc.
Elaina Babaian
Virginia Baboian
Basabe Family
David & Dawn Canniff
Joan & James Corn
Alice Derderian
Kevin & Nathalie Forster
Mark & Elaine Jefferson
Claire Musserian
Jirair, Jennifer, Taline & Ani
Ostayan
Friends from Prairie St.,
Concord
Margaret Watts
Shirlee & Bill Purcell
Irene C. Sarkisian
Stan, Lori & Steve Tagarelis
Peter & Isabel Talanian
Nancy Zanca
David Zotian
Sue & Frank Cannon
Connie Davidson
Linda Keljik
Roy, Marilyn & Charles
Larkin
Elliott & Kathy Morss
Deanna, Whitney & Sky
Waddell
Joseph & Helena Cavallaro
Steve & Margie Kalajian
Glikas
Peter & Ginny Kyvelos
Naomi & Francis Marsh
Samourian/Centola
Families
Bert & Sandy Wikstrom
Todd Wyner & Andrew
Norman
Natalie Zakarian
Total: $1,270
YEPRAD SHADBEGIAN
April 23, 2016
Mary Shadbegian
Daniel Shadbegian
Diane Shadbegian
Mary-Ann Hagopian
Lucy Mardirosian
Gayle & Michael Yapchaian
Total: $500
MURIEL TERRY
April 28, 2016
Richard & Nancy
Hovsepian
Hope Kasabian Moore
Linda C. Ovoian
Total: $120
HARRY AMIRALIAN
April 29, 2016
Azniv Grace Amiralian
Alan & Paula Amiralian
Marc & Sharon Frigon
Marc Alan & Katie Frigon
Emmett & Cora Frigon
Diane Babikian & Family
Beatrice Barber
Guy & Leah BazarianGreene
Armene Chorbajian
Nancy Dasho
Marilyn Dodd
Kay Goshgarian
Crosby, Jr. & Flo
Goshgarian & Family
Cynthia Grzelcyk
Patti Dyer
Joe Carolina
Charles & Joyce Guleserian
Dorothy & Joanne
Hamparian
Doris Hazerjian Stephen
Hazerjian
Jack & Carol Hoplamazian
Sonia A. Janikian
Charles & Laura Janikian
Elaine & Mark Jefferson
Ernie & Jackie Kapopoulos
Robert & Adrina Kletjian
Marie Kouyoumjian
Helen Mosesian
Helen Nalchian
Valentine Pogharian
Hilda Hevesian
Kenneth & Diane
Samuelian
Marien Samuelian
Karen & Bill Smith
Greg & Linda Takvorian
The Keane Family
Total: $2,160
ISKOHIE BOYAMIAN
April 30, 2016
Hagop & Araxie Boyamian
Dr. & Mrs. Nishan
Goudsouzian
Steven & Lara
Goudsouzian & Family
Shake Gabriel
Valentine Momdjian-Brown
Harry & Hripsime
Parsekian
Berdj & Caroline
Soultanian
Total: $1,025
ZOVAG GULDALIAN
May 2, 2016
Anahid Benzatyan
Knarig Aboyan
Seta Arazian
Steve & Hilda Assarian
Margrit Atinizian
Zabelle Hajian Azablar
Anoush Balian
Gail Boroyan
Shake Gabriel
Tanya Iliadis
Sonia & Setrak Iskandarian
Nancy & Krikor Kassabian
Aracse Kurkjian
Valentine Momdjian-Brown
Avedis & Seta Najarian
Harry & Hrip Parsekian
Robert & Sandra Raphalian
Arshalouys Sarkissian
Alice Setian
Raffi & Christine
Yardemian
Sonia Zorian
Total: $2,300
ZADIK AY
May 24, 2016
Yenovk & Alice Ajoyan
Mr. & Mrs. Sarven & Anita
Akdemirian
Hovsep Altunciyan
Nektar Ashchian
Ayser Asken
Nishan & Elizabeth Baba
Garbiz & Cicek Baba
Eva & Rupen Baymus
Seta & Richard Campbell
Glen & Hilda Campbell
Avedis - Vilda Cimen
Rosa Cimen
Sonny & Simaron Cimenian
Mayram Daoudian
Dunik Demir
Filyani Dilanian
Jak & Ani Eskici
Jan Eskici
Krikor Gennetian
Harout & Mayda Gigian
Mr. & Mrs. Istepan Gigiyan
Varujan Gulderian
Mihran & Satenig Guler
Harutyun & Alice
Hachikian
Arman Halajian
Janet Hanzatian
Shakeh & Cody Hudson
Mari Imirze
Manus Ipek
Jbid Kostikian
Vartan Ishkhanian
Silva & Migirdic Kavak
Mr. & Mrs. Hagop Kaya
Sarkis Kaya
Markar & Anita Kaya
Bedros Kaya
Murat Kaya
Nihat Kocak
Kuhar Family
Hayguhi Ozcan
Garo & Jaklin Ozcan
Agavni Ozcan
Varujan Ozcan
Zadik Ozcan
Silva & Robert Ozcan
Nuritse Sahan
Mihran & Yolen Sherikian
Gazaros Shirinian
Ann Simon
Sirinoglu Family
Apet Torosian
Aida & Garo Yavshayan
Vartin & Kalust Yildizyan
Setrek Yuzlek & Family
Total: $2,955
ADDITIONAL
DONATIONS:
DR. GREGORY
ADAMIAN
November 30, 2015
Lucille Ajemian
Hoplamazian
Richard & Sarah McBride
New Total: $8,450
SIRAN KASSABIAN
January 5, 2016
Alice Ananian
Daniel & Diane Blinka
Hoplamazian
Dr. Karen Koumjian
Kenneth & Diane
Samuelian
New Total: $5,825
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t is customary in the Armenian Church
to provide “Yughakin” especially around
the feasts of Christmas and Easter. This
practice dates as far back as the time of Moses
in the Old Testament. Yughakin in Armenian
means “price of oil” — “Yugh” meaning oil
and “kin” meaning price. Each local church
community would donate money specially
earmarked towards the purchase of oil, which
in return would keep the lanterns burning and
ultimately the doors open of the church. With
gratitude to those who made donations to St.
James during the Easter season.
EASTER YUGHAKIN OFFERING
Sarkis & Nadia Abrahamian
Sarah Agabian
Cynthia Aghamianz
Margaret Ahigian
Peter Amershadian
Harry & Azniv Amiralian
Irina P. Amirbekyan
Adrenna H. Antreasian
Stephen & Nektar Ashchian
Michael & Anita Assarian
Robert M. Assarian
Carolyn Atinizian & John
Yardemian
Nishan & Margrit Atinizian
Mr. & Mrs. Peter G. Babigian
Michael & Florence Bahtiarian
David & Andrea Barber
Der Arsen Barsamian and Family
Sharon Bazarian & James
McDermott
Anahit Bazarian
Anna & Lucy Bedirian
Don & Sunny Boghosian
Gail Boroyan
Sebouh & Maral Boyadjian
Debra A. Boyajian
Jack & Miriam Boyajian
Edward W. Brewster
Tanya & Douglas Chakmakian
Raffi & Maria Chapian
Azad & Arman Chitchian
Karen Dederyan
Susan Deranian
Maria Derderian
Vartan Derounian
Harry & Charlotte Eordekian
Mari Essayan
Lillian K. Etmekjian
Elizabeth & Salvatore Falzone
Anne Garabedian
Edward & Ann Garabedian
Tom Gengozian & Sally Vanerian
Mr. & Mrs. Sarkis Gennetian
Donald & Marie Gulbankian
Nancy Guleserian
Nazely Guzelian
Mary-Ann K. Hagopian
Dorothy Hamparian
Gail Haroutunian
Janice L. Haroutunian-Avery
Louise Hekimian
Kurt & Diane Herosian
George & Sandra Hoffman
Richard Hovsepian
Carol Hoyen
Bertha Hoyen
Sirarpi & Varteni Jamakorzian
Sonia A. Janikian
Mary Janjanian
Nerses Joubanian
Roxanne Etmekjian
Leon Kachadorian
Harry A. Kalajian, Jr.
Lenore Karaian
Ann Kashgagian
Andrew & Janice Kavjian
Paul G. Kazanjian
Edward & Nirva Kazanjian &
Family
John H. Kefeyan
Anahid Kenbelian
Marlin R. Keshishian
Mr. & Mrs. Charles G. Keumurian
Lia Kirakossian
Harold & Agnes Kloongian, In
memory of Tom Kezerian
Istephan Knarian
Lois Kolgian
Arthur & Jbid Kostikian
Marie Kouyoumjian
Anahid Krikorian
Arpie Maksoudian-Highgas
Ronald C. & Joann Manoogian
Ronald & Anastasia Maranian
Louise & Aram Maranian
Lucy Mardirosian
Alissia & George Margios
Martha Martents, M.D.
Jean E. Martinian
Nancy Maserejian
Steven M. Chagnon
Vivian & Varujan Masrof
Krikor Masrof, In memory of
Matilda Masrof
Gladys & Anna Medzorian
Sirvart Mellian
Edward & Diana Minasian
Helen Mosesian
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Mouradian
Marilyn & Robert Mozian
Ann Nahabedian
Gloria & Eleanor Najarian
James H. Najarian
Charles & Margaret Nigohsian
Emma A. Oganova
Vartuhi Ohan
Violet Ohanasian
Shirley Onanian
Charleen & Peter Onanian
Angela Parnagian
Harry & Hripsime Parsekian
Harold & Gladys Partamian
Jay Patapanian, In memory of
Helen Armen Zona
Edward & Marlene Paul
Raisa Petrosyan
Mr. & Mrs. Jacob Pilibosian
Valentine Pogharian
Hilda Hevesian
Apkar & Arpie Potookian
Thomas & Diane Prendergast
William & Shirlee Purcell
Kalost & Zabel Purut
Sandra Meldonian Robichaud
Linda M. Sahagian
Siran Salibian
Kenneth & Diane Samuelian &
Family
Robert H. Sanasarian
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Saraf, Jr.
Herika Sarafian
Charles & Carol Sarian
Irene C. Sarkisian
Zarouhi Sarkisian
Diane Shadbegian
Daniel Shadbegian
Mary Shadbegian
Richard & Marianne Shahlamian
Ann Simon
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Surabian
Seta Takvoryan
Bruce R. Talanian
Lucy Talanian
Andrew & Talene Tarvezian Choly
Sara & Hratch Tashjian
Jirayer & Silva Tekeian
Valerie Tersakian
Hagop & Nadia Ucuzian
Kirk & Amy Varjian
Mary Vartanian
Gloria & John Voce
Michael Yapchaian
Gayle M. Yapchaian
Arlene Young
Natalie Zakarian
SAVE THE DATE
Join us as we kick off a new Hye Café Season
on Friday, September 23rd!
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SACRAMENTS
BAPTISMS & CHRISMATIONS
You have been baptized in Christ. Alleluia.
Eva Sophia Kostikian
March 12, 2016
Daughter of Derenig and
Michelle Kostikian
Godparents: Arthur and Jbid Kostikian
Kristina Martirosyan
March 27, 2016
Daughter of Vilen Martirosyan and
Natasha Ryabokon
Godparents: Hayk Kirakosyan and
Diana Martirosyan
Maverick Kassabian Dunbar
April 9, 2016
Son of Michael Dunbar and Debra
Kassabian Dunbar
Godparents: Kendall Dunbar and Lori
Kassabian
Avery Sean Williams
April 16, 2016
Son of Sean and Christina Williams
Godparents: Michael Dupont and
Charlene Brathwaite
Edward Thomas Kulahlian
April 16, 2016
Son of Eric and Mary Kulahlian
Godparents: Bruno Formato and Sheila
Galligan
Lana Ann Tatarouns
May 1, 2016
Daughter of Peter and Lauren Tatarouns
Godparents: Christopher Keane and
Suzanne Tucker
REMEMBER
Eva Mary Giragosian
May 14, 2016
Daughter of Mark J. and
Melissa K. Giragosian
Godparents: David and
Nadine Hoplamazian
William Kent Skates
May 1, 2016
Son of Kent and Sina Skates
Godparents: Vartkes Krikorian and Sina
Maritza Najarian
Evelyn Lucinda Skates
May 1, 2016
Daughter of Kent and Sina Skates
Godparents: Vartkes Kirkorian and Sina
Maritza Najarian
Armenie Melinda Skates
May 1, 2016
Daughter of Kent and Sina Skates
Godparents: Vartkes Krikorian and Sina
Maritza Najarian
Kingston Jordan Muchie
May 21, 2016
Son of Fasil Muchie and
Amanda Smith
Godparents: Haile Mckonnen and
Mahlet Zewdu
Jack Marek Goudsouzian
May 21 2016
Son of Haig and Yarka Goudsouzian
Godparents: Steven Goudsouzian and
Valerie Maderova
Kristina Atshemyan
May 22, 2016
Daughter of Yervand and
Arshaluys Atshemyan
Godparents: Alexan Mikaelyan and
Armine Sargsyan
Catalina Degirmencian
May 28, 2016
Daughter of Manuk and
Susanna Degirmencian
Godparents: Herman and Elenar
Sahanian
Sylvie Ani Said
June 4, 2016
Daughter of Rami and Aline Said
Godparents: Mark Said and
Laura Tumasz
Ruby Seraphine Salakian
June 25, 2016
Daughter of Shant and
Rachel Salakian
Godparents: David and Meg Hogan
Giuseppe Occhino
May 21, 2016
Son of Biagio Occhino and
Nune Occhino Davtyan
Godparents: Charles Occhino and Rosa
Commendatore
ST. JAMES CHURCH
IN YOUR WILL
ST. JAMES
ARMENIAN CHURCH
ENDOWMENT TRUST FUND
A Venerable
Christian Practice
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WEDDINGS
ENGAGEMENT
Dmitriy Tsybulskiy and Sandra Santugh Cinar
May 8, 2016
Best Man: Igor Tsybulskiy
Maid of Honor: Anahit Tokatlyan
Brian Edward Sullivan and Marissa Lynn Maranian
June 7, 2016
Best Man: James Pappas
Maid of Honor: Erica Harlow
Johan Marthen Pariury and Lori Ajamian
June 4, 2016
Best Man: Hans Lawrence Vander Keyl
Maid of Honor: Adrienne Amirian
Artur Mirzakhanyan and Zaruhi Mkrtumyan
June 12, 2016
Best Man: Artem Melikyan
And the two shall become one.
Christopher Barber and Kristin Kashgegian
March 8, 2016
FUNERALS
May Christ our God shed His Eternal Light upon the souls of our dearly departed.
May God bless the souls of the deceased and comfort the members of their families.
Michael Vatche
Micaelian
March 8, 2016
Dorothy Goshgarian
(Keljikian)
April 22, 2016
Matthew P. Kyvelos
March 22, 2016
Muriel Terry
April 28, 2016
Haig Vartanian
April 1, 2016
Harry Amiralian
April 29, 2016
Kay “Knarig” Surabian
April 18, 2016
Iskohie Boyamian
April 30, 2016
Zovag Guldalian
May 3, 2016
Aram Maranian Jr.
June 16, 2016
Zadik Ay
May 24, 2016
Maryann Tutunjian
June 20, 2016
Susan Jigarjian
June 2, 2016
Haig Karakashian
June 27, 2016
Leonard Ferrigno
June 10, 2016
Donabed “Don”
Boghosian
June 27, 2016
Robert Semonian
June 28, 2016
DONATIONS TO LOOYS: THANK YOU
We thank the following for their generosity and
their support of St. James and the publication of Looys.
Mary Avedisian $25.00
In momory of her parents Dr. Harry and Mrs. Zabelle Chopourian
Jacob and Ruby Baboian
$25.00
Helen Barberian
In memory of Sarkis and Zarouhi Barberian
$20.00
Berj and Annie Chekijian
$50.00
Alice Gelenian
$25.00
Sonia Gulbankian and family
In memory of her mother Marie (Tavitian) Gulbankian
$30.00
Louisa V. Kheremian
$25.00
Lucy Mardirosian
$25.00
Nelson and Linda Mardirosian
$50.00
Varujan and Vivian Masrof
$20.00
Angela Parnagian
$50.00
Jack and Audrey Pilibosian
$100.00
Alice T. Sangster
$25.00
PLEASE NOTE: There is an expense of approximately $3,000 for
publishing and mailing each issue of Looys. Any contributions sent to
defray part of this cost are greatly appreciated. Please use the form
below to send your donation for this purpose.
St. James Armenian Apostolic Church
465 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Donation for Looys in the amount of $ ______________
Name: _______________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________
City: _________________________ State: ___________ Zip: __________
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PARISH ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORY
WORSHIP HOURS
Summer Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday to Friday
ՊԱՇՏԱՄՈՒՆՔԻ ԺԱՄԵՐԸ
Կիրակի Առաւօտեան Ժամերգութիւն - 8։30
Կիրակի Սուրբ Պատարագ - 10։00
CHURCH OFFICE
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
Office closed Saturday and Sunday
Phone: (617) 923-8860; Fax: (617) 926-5503
E-mail: [email protected]
www.stjameswatertown.org
PASTOR
Rev. Fr. Arakel Aljalian
Rectory: 6 Langdon Ave., Watertown, MA 02472
H: (617) 923-8990
ASSOC. PASTOR EMERITUS
Rev. Fr. Arsen Barsamian
183 Mt Auburn St #34, Watertown, MA 02472
H: (617) 924-0318
PARISH COUNCIL
Rev. Fr. Arakel Aljalian, President
Gail Boroyan, Chair
Sandy Raphalian, Vice Chair
Janice Kavjian, Treasurer
Aaron Derderian, Asst. Treasurer
Linda Sahagian, Secretary
Sharon Bazarian McDermott, Asst. Secretary
Peter Babigian
Robert Berberian
Emily Diloyan
Edward Kazanjian
Karnig Ostayan
DIOCESAN DELEGATES
Edward Brewster
Karen Dederyan
Haig Deranian
Nishan Goudsouzian
Charles Guleserian
Jacob Pilibosian
Michael Yapchaian
OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Annie Kalaydjian, Administrative Assistant
Joanna Doherty, Bookkeeper
Elaine Westermark, Executive Assistant
Sharon DeMarco, Assistant Bookkeeper
FACILITIES MANAGER (EXT. 18)
Michael V. Mamishian
Email: [email protected]
YOUTH MINISTER (EXT. 19)
Maria Derderian
Email: [email protected]
SUNDAY SCHOOL (EXT. 19)
Marsha Alabachian, Superintendent
CHILD CARE CENTER (EXT. 22)
ST. JAMES EREBUNI
ARMENIAN SCHOOL (EXT. 21)
Armine Manukyan, Principal
LOOYS EDITORIAL BOARD
Fr. Arakel Aljalian, St. James Office Staff,
Yn. Natasha Aljalian, and Maria Derderian
PASTORAL CARE: HOME AND HOSPITAL
CLERGY VISITS
The clergy are always available and would like to
visit homebound and hospitalized parishioners.
If you or someone you know is ill or hospitalized
and would like to be visited, please call the church
office at (617) 923-8860. Please note: when asked
about your religion at a hospital, patients should
list themselves as “Armenian Orthodox” or
“Armenian” not “other.”
REQUIEM SERVICE/HOKEHANKISD
Arrangements for Requiem Service, Altar Flowers
and Candles should be made through the church
office by Thursday at noon. In accordance with the
canons of the Armenian Church, Requiem Services
may not be performed on the five major feast days:
Armenian Christmas, Easter, The Feast of the
Transfiguration, The Feast of the Assumption of
the Mother of God, and The Feast of the Exaltation
of the Holy Cross.
ST. JAMES ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH
465 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Please rush, dated material
BAPTISMS AND CHRISMATIONS
All baptisms must be scheduled at least two months
in advance by calling the church office. According
to the Armenian Church canons, a Baptism may
only be performed once in a person’s lifetime,
provided such Baptism has been performed in
a Christian Church and in the name of the Holy
Trinity.
At least one of the godparents must be a member of
the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church.
WEDDINGS
Parishioners should contact the church office at
least eight months in advance. A couple must
contact St. James to confirm the availability of the
Pastor and sanctuary prior to making any other
arrangements.
All weddings must follow the Canons of the
Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church and the
laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In
accordance with Diocesan discipline mandated by
the Primate, all Sacraments must be performed in
the church sanctuary.
The couple must meet with the Pastor at least
once for pre-marital preparation and counseling.
Weddings cannot be performed during Great Lent
or Holy Week, or on the five major feast days:
Armenian Christmas, Holy Easter, The Feast of the
Transfiguration, The Feast of the Assumption of
the Mother of God, and The Feast of the Exaltation
of the Holy Cross.
FUNERALS
Families should make arrangements with the
funeral director of their choice, who will contact
the church office to arrange the funeral service.
Generally, St. James coordinates funerals with
Bedrosian Funeral Home and Giragosian Funeral
Home; both are located in Watertown and are
familiar with our Church traditions.
Funerals may not be performed on religious
holidays, major feast days, Saturdays after 3:00
p.m., or on Sundays.
Non Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
Boston, MA
Permit No. 56192

Looys Summer 2016 - St. James Armenian Church

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