On the first day of Great Lent, our youth put their faith into action. The Lenten Youth Retreat began not with words, but with service: together they prepared 100 sandwiches and meal bags for our brothers and sisters experiencing homelessness — a small act of mercy that becomes something far...
All youth ages 13–18 are invited to a special retreat to kick off Great Lent on the first day of Lent, Monday, February 16, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The day will include icebreakers, a reflection on following the Good Shepherd, a hands-on service project making sandwiches for those in need, and bowling to close...
The Eastern Diocese and ACYOA Central Council are overjoyed to offer an exciting opportunity for teens and young adults to travel to Armenia this summer, in a unique experience that will allow participants to deepen their faith, explore their Armenian heritage, and serve in a meaningful way and transformative way. Participants...
Our festive celebration of Armenian Christmas Eve was filled with extra joy through the beautiful Christmas play presented by our amazing Church School students. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our hardworking students, their dedicated parents, and our devoted Church School staff who made this meaningful presentation possible. Սուրբ...
Last Saturday, our parish was blessed with a beautiful and joy-filled celebration as we held our inaugural St. Gregory of Narek Winter Youth Concert. The evening brought together the talent, dedication, and heartfelt spirit of our young people, who offered an inspiring program of Christmas music that uplifted everyone present. We extend...
On Sunday, our Church School children came dressed as heroes and positive role models, bringing joy, laughter, and fellowship to our parish family. They had a wonderful time collecting candy and filling their bags with treats, all while sharing in the spirit of fun and community. While we do not celebrate...
On Sunday, May 18, the St. Gregory of Narek Sunday School community gathered for a heartfelt Closing Ceremony and Graduation, marking the conclusion of another blessed year of learning and faith formation. Presided over by Yn. Naira Azatyan-Sargsyan, the program honored the dedication of students, teachers, and parents alike. Every student received a...
Join us on Palm Sunday, April 13, for a joyous celebration hosted by the ACYOA, continuing a beloved tradition of ACYOA Youth Day in our Diocese. The day will feature the Opening of the Doors Service at 10:00 AM, Festive Divine Liturgy at 10:30 AM, followed by a Lamb Dinner at 12:00 PM...
This past Sunday, our ACYOA Juniors held a productive planning meeting in preparation for Palm Sunday – ACYOA Day. Our youth will be hosting the Sunday Fellowship. They’ll be serving a delicious lamb dinner for just $15 per person. Stay tuned for details on how to purchase tickets online or at the door—and come out to support our...
The Christmas Tree Decorating Day & Movie Night was a wonderful evening filled with holiday cheer and community spirit. The children did an exceptional job decorating the tree, adding their personal touches to create a festive masterpiece. Guests enjoyed a delightful evening with pizza, popcorn, and cupcakes. With pillows and...