We are thrilled to share the beautiful Christmas celebration photos in the Columbus Armenian community. It was a joyful occasion filled with warmth and togetherness as we gathered to celebrate the Armenian Christmas. A highlight of the day was the beautiful Water Blessing Service, a meaningful tradition that brings us...
Our parish came together last week to celebrate the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Տոն Ս. Ծննդյան եւ Ասվածահայտնության մեր Տիրոջ Հիսուս Քրիստոսի). The morning began with Matins (Առավոտյան Ժամերգություն) at 9:30 AM, preparing us for the Festal Divine Liturgy (Հանդիսավոր Ս. Պատարագ) at 10:30...
Last week our parish gathered in faith and fellowship to celebrate the sacred occasion of Armenian Christmas Eve (Ճրագալոյց). The evening was a beautiful testament to our rich traditions, uniting us in prayer, light, and joyful communion. The Candlelight Divine Liturgy (Ճրագալոյցի Ս. Պատարագ) filled the church with a radiant glow as...
We are excited to announce the upcoming showings of the powerful film Between Borders—a moving story of faith, resilience, and hope amidst oppression. Movie Details: Run Time: 1 hour 32 minutes Dates: January 26 January 27 January 28 About the Film: Set in the crumbling Soviet Union, Between Borders follows the Petrosyan family...
My name is Satenik Papyan, and I am a PhD candidate in the Community Research and Action program at the State University of New York (SUNY), Binghamton. I am reaching out to request your support in disseminating a survey I am conducting as part of my doctoral research. The survey is available in both Armenian and English. It examines the U.S. Armenian heritage community...
Thanks to the efforts of Louise Demirjian, Siran Hajinazarian and Nina Setrakian we have been trying to make our Recycling and Composting Program as integral part of our community’s fellowship efforts. Through this initiative, we’ve successfully worked together to sort materials, transform food waste into nutrients-rich soil, and ensure recyclable items are...
On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, the St. Gregory of Narek Armenian Church was filled with the enchanting sounds of Armenian music during a stunning recital by the internationally acclaimed Shell Piano Trio. The evening was truly extraordinary, as the trio performed masterpieces from renowned composers such as Khachaturian, Babajanyan, Piazzolla, and...
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us at St. Gregory of Narek Church for our New Year’s Eve celebration and Blessing of the Pomigrantes Service! A special thank you to DJ Dave for keeping the energy high and to Vahagn and Tatev Ohanyan and family, along with...
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, St. Gregory of Narek Church was transformed into a hub of music and celebration as it hosted a remarkable concert in honor of Charles Aznavour’s 100th anniversary. The event, organized by the Honorary Consul of Armenia in Ohio, Sergey Edilyan, brought together music enthusiasts from the Cleveland Armenian...
Join us at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31st, on New Year’s Eve for the Blessing of the Pomigrantes Service at St. Gregory of Narek Church. Throughout many centuries, the pomegranate has been part of our Armenian architecture, cuisine, art, manuscripts, literature, liturgical vestments, and accessories. The pomegranate symbolically represents the Church of...