This past Saturday, the Armenian community of Columbus gathered in prayer and fellowship for a beautiful celebration of the Divine Liturgy (Badarak) and Mother’s Day. Following the sacred services, we offered a special blessing for all mothers, giving thanks to God for their countless sacrifices, unconditional love, faithful witness, and devoted care for...
This past Sunday, our parish family gathered for a joyful Church School Closing Ceremony & Celebration, giving thanks to God for another wonderful year of faith formation, learning, friendship, and growth. During the program, our Sunday School students were recognized for their participation and accomplishments and received certificates celebrating their dedication...
We are excited to share wonderful news with all our parents and families—we recently received beautiful new robes from Armenia for our young ones, and we look forward to seeing more children become actively involved in the worship life of our Church. Beginning Sunday, June 7th we invite children ages...
The Women’s Guild kicked off their monthly Casual Coffee gathering on Thursday. We met at the Shaker Heights Van Aken District, and enjoyed fellowship in which we all shared about our own family history and how we came to Cleveland. We had many laughs, learned more about each other and...
During Sunday’s services, a special blessing was offered for our graduating high school seniors as they prepare to begin a new chapter in their lives. As a thoughtful and heartfelt gift, our ACYOA Juniors prepared jars filled with carefully selected Bible verses for different occasions and moments in life; words...
Fr. Hratch attended the monthly ecumenical luncheon with area clergy and spiritual leaders, graciously hosted by Humera Khan. The gathering was especially meaningful and bittersweet, as those present also said farewell to one of Cleveland’s longtime clergy colleagues and friends, Rev. Fr. John Thomas Joseph Lane, whom God has called to a...
This past Sunday, St. Gregory of Narek Armenian Church joyfully celebrated Mother’s Day with a special blessing offered following the Divine Liturgy. As part of the celebration, our Sunday School students distributed flowers to all the mothers in attendance as a small but heartfelt expression of gratitude for their love,...
This past Sunday, our Sunday School students, in collaboration with the Sustainability Committee, took part in an exciting and educational planting project at our parish. The children planted fresh basil near the parish house while also learning about composting, sustainability, and caring for God’s creation. We are especially excited that...
We are pleased to share that members of our community recently participated in the Armenian Assembly Advocacy Days in Washington, D.C., joining over 200 Armenians from across the country to raise their voices on critical issues affecting our homeland and people. We are especially proud that two of our young...
On Sunday, April 26, following the Divine Liturgy, the faithful of St. Gregory of Narek Armenian Church gathered in prayerful remembrance of the Holy Martyrs of the Armenian Genocide. After the service, parishioners proceeded outside to the khachkar monument, where the Intercessory Prayer of the Holy Martyrs was offered. In...