On Thursday, May 14, 2015, the 19th annual reception organized by the Committee for Armenian Students in Public Schools honoring outstanding Armenian graduates from the Glendale Unified School District was held at the Glendale Adult Recreation Center. H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, attended the reception and conveyed his blessings, congratulations and message to the graduates and guests in attendance.
His Eminence spoke to the youth about the opportunities and joys that life has to offer, but also about challenges they will face, encouraging them to remain strong and hopeful no matter the circumstance because God is always with them. The Prelate urged the students to never forget their roots and identity as Christian Armenians, to take the time to give back to the church and community which has given so much to them, to participate in community life and contribute to the advancement of our nation and cause.
Especially in this historic Centennial year, it is the duty of all to remember and remind the world of the Armenian Genocide and demand justice for our martyrs, said the Prelate, adding, “You, our younger generations, will be the ones to lead us in our struggle… You are the bright stars who will illuminate and lead the path of our nation to prosperity.” His Eminence concluded by praying for the Lord to grant the young adults strength, courage, wisdom, and patience to cope with life’s difficulties and persevere in pursuit of their dreams to bring glory to God, their families, and our nation.
