This past week, St. Gregory of Narek Church hosted a delightful Family Art Activity led by renowned Armenian artist Armen Barseghyan. Participants had the opportunity to paint beautiful Armenian-inspired Christmas ornaments, combining art, tradition, and holiday cheer in our Cultural Hall. As a token of appreciation for sharing his incredible...
This year, Fr. Hratch Sargsyan and Maga Markosyan had the privilege of visiting Hathaway Brown School for an engaging exploration of Armenian history, culture, music, and resilience. The presentations offered students a window into the rich heritage of the Armenian people and their remarkable ability to persevere through challenges. Fr. Hratch spoke to two different classes,...
We warmly invite you to join us for the dedication service of a beautiful Armenian Khatchkar recently installed on the campus of John Carroll University in University Heights, Ohio. Through the collaborative efforts of the Cleveland Armenian community and John Carroll University, this Khatchkar was brought from Armenia and placed in a prominent...
The Eastern Diocese’s Armenian Language Ministry held its annual Teachers’ Symposium on Saturday, September 7, at the Diocesan Center in New York. Dn. Hovhannes Khosdeghian organized the gathering of some 40 Armenian School teachers and principals from nine Diocesan parishes—hailing from New York and New Jersey as well as North...
On June 13 and 14, St. Gregory Armenian Church proudly hosted a workshop titled “The Armenian Genocide and its Relevance Today,” facilitated by the Holocaust and Genocide Education Network (HGEN). This workshop aimed to educate educators about the Armenian Genocide. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ara Bagdasarian and Raz Pounardjan for...
On Saturday, Dr. Vahagn and Tatev Ohanyan graciously opened their home for an enriching educational gathering and fellowship in Armenian. During the event, Der Hayr and Parish Council members Vahagn Ohanyan and Sergey Edilyan engaged with community members, explaining the difference between membership and stewardship, and answering questions about the...
On Friday, May 24, North Olmsted High School hosted an international cultural celebration event featuring countries from all over the world. Jackie Mehta of Armenian origin who works as a counselor at school, wanted to make sure her nation was included as well! Her parents (Jack and Mary Kananians) generously...
Yn. Naira Azatyan-Sargsyan presided over a heartfelt ceremony on May 26 to honor the dedicated Sunday School graduates: Ellena Baghdasaryan, Rouzanna Gaboyan, Khoren Gevorgyan, Arman Edilyan, Anri Edilyan, Marianna Klekchyan, Ani Manukyan, and Tatev Sargsyan. The presentation of graduation diplomas marked the culmination of over a decade of their formal Christian...
ACYOA Chapter Connection and visit by ACYOA Central Council! Today, the ACYOA Central Council representatives, Jackie Russell and Ani Misirliyan, organized an engaging ACYOA Chapter Connection Workshop with our youth. The event kicked off with an opening prayer, ice breakers, and fruitful discussions about our local ACYOA chapter’s goals. Our...
This year, Great Lent begins on Monday, February 12th. Embark with us on a transformative journey this Lenten season with Vemkar’s captivating Spring 2024 Adult Christian Education Series, “A Journey Within: Nurturing the Soul through Meditation, Prayer, and Practical Wisdom.” Join us for enlightening sessions held via Zoom every Tuesday at...