We are delighted to share wonderful news for our parish family!
With the blessing and approval of His Grace Bishop Mesrop Parsamyan, Primate of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, St. Gregory of Narek Armenian Church has been officially recognized as an ACYOA Seniors Chapter of the Armenian Church Youth Organization of America.
Following the successful formation meeting of our young adults, the newly established chapter elected its inaugural leadership and formally petitioned for recognition by the ACYOA Central Council. In his letter of approval, Bishop Mesrop expressed his joy at seeing our young adults deepen their involvement in the life of the Church and offered his blessing for this important new ministry.
Our ACYOA Seniors Chapter is founded upon the five pillars of ACYOA ministry—Worship, Witness, Service, Education, and Fellowship—and is dedicated to helping our young adults grow in faith, strengthen their connection to the Armenian Apostolic Church, and build lasting friendships rooted in Christ.
We are pleased to introduce the inaugural officers of our chapter:
- Chair: Eliza Makaryan
- Vice Chair: Tigran Baghdasaryan
- Secretary: Tatev Sargsyan
- Corresponding Secretary: Marina Ghazanchyan
- Social Media Coordinators: Ellena Baghdasaryan and Ani Manukian
- Treasurers: Davit Klekchyan and Lilit Arakelyan
- Advisors: Gurgen Baghdasarjan and Khoren Gevorgyan
- Graphic & Media Designer: Marianna Klekchyan
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our newly elected officers and sincere gratitude to every young adult who stepped forward to help establish this ministry. Their enthusiasm, dedication, and love for the Church give us great hope for the future of our parish.
May our Lord richly bless this new chapter, guiding our young adults as they grow together in faith, service, leadership, and Christian fellowship. We look forward with great excitement to the many opportunities, friendships, and ministries that lie ahead.
Congratulations to our newest ACYOA Seniors Chapter! May God bless this ministry for many years to come.