2016 News Archives

Prelate Visits Mesrobian School

On the occasion of the start of the 2016-2017 academic year, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, has been visiting Prelacy Schools since mid-August to convey his blessings and message to the principals, directors, faculty, and students for a successful school year. On Thursday, September 15, 2016, the Prelate visited Mesrobian School in Montebello, accompanied by […]

Weekly News – September 16, 2016

On this 25th anniversary of the Republic of Armenia, we pray for God Almighty to bless and safeguard our motherland, protect the valiant soldiers who place themselves in harm’s way to defend our hallowed lands, and grant peace and prosperity to our nation. *** PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT FORTY MARTYRS CHURCH IN […]

Prelate Welcomes SARF Governing Board

On September 13, 2016, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed members of the Syrian Armenian Relief Fund Governing Board. Executive Council Chair Mr. Vahe Hovaguimian joined in the meeting. The Board, headed by newly appointed Chair Mr. Raffi Kendirjian, had come to report on the organization’s latest projects and achievements and to receive the Prelate’s […]

Prelate Welcomes Benefactors Vahan and Anoush Chamlian to the Prelacy – Visit to Chamlian School

On Tuesday, September 13, 2016, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, received a special visit from Mr. and Mrs. Vahan and Anoush Chamlian, benefactors of Chamlian School. Given that it was the couple’s first time at the Prelacy, the purpose of the visit was to become better acquainted with the Prelacy’s mission and to express their […]

Episcopal Divine Liturgy and Ordinations at Holy Cross Cathedral on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

In celebration of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross and the name day of Holy Cross Cathedral of Montebello, on Sunday, September 11, 2016, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, celebrated Divine Liturgy, delivered the sermon, conducted the ordination of acolytes and the blessing of madagh and basil at the Cathedral. Parish dean, […]

SARF Continues Mission of Helping Syrian-Armenians

– RAFFI KENDIRJIAN APPOINTED CHAIRMAN – JOHN TITZIAN COMPLETES TWO-YEAR TERM The Syrian Armenian Relief Fund (SARF) continues its mission to heed to the humanitarian needs of the Syrian-Armenian community. The situation throughout Syria remains very perilous, especially in Aleppo where a resilient, but dwindling community struggles with maintaining normalcy in their day-to-day lives. On […]

Weekly News – September 9, 2016

EPISCOPAL DIVINE LITURGY AND BLESSING OF MADAGH ON THE FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS AND NAME DAY OF HOLY CROSS CATHEDRAL – ORDINATION OF ACOLYTES AND BESTOWING OF STOLE On Sunday, September 11, 2016, the Armenian Church will celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. The last of the […]

Rev. Fr. Ghevont Kirazian Honored with Pectoral Cross During Divine Liturgy at the Crescenta Valley Parish

By the ordinance of His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia, and the request of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, on Sunday, September 4, 2016 Crescenta Valley Church parish pastor Rev. Fr. Ghevont Kirazian was granted the honor of wearing a pectoral cross. The ceremony was held during Divine Liturgy, which […]

“Apostle of Faith:” His Holiness Aram I – Ecumenical Leader (Part Three)

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Chamlian School Honors Faculty and Sponsors – Inauguration of Andre Kazangian Memorial Classroom

By the initiative of Vahan and Anoush Chamlian School administration and board, a special event was held at the school auditorium on the evening of Wednesday, August 31, 2016 to honor the dedicated service and support of faculty members and sponsors, as well as to conduct the official opening of the Andre Kazangian memorial classroom. […]

Armenian Bar Association Board Members Visit the Prelate

On Wednesday, August 31, 2016, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed Armenian Bar Association Board members, headed by Chairman Saro Kerkonian. The guests first congratulated the Prelate on his re-election as Prelate and his decades-long service within the Western Prelacy. Among the issues discussed was expanding collaborative efforts between the Prelacy and ABA, the strengthening […]

Armenian Society of Los Angeles 60th Anniversary Gala

On Saturday, August 27, 2016, the Armenian Society of Los Angeles celebrated its 60th anniversary with a gala held at its center in Glendale. H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, accompanied by Archpriest Fr. Nareg Pehlivanian, attended and conveyed his congratulations and blessing to the organization’s members and friends. On this occasion, during a special ceremony […]

“Apostle of Faith:” His Holiness Aram I – Scholar and Champion of the Armenian Cause (Part Two)

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Reception in Honor of the Prelate at St. Garabed Church in Hollywood

On Sunday, August 28, 2016, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, presided over Divine Liturgy and delivered the sermon at St. Garabed Church in Hollywood, after which a reception was held in the honor of his 40th anniversary of ordination and 20th anniversary as Prelate. Divine Liturgy was celebrated by parish pastor Archpriest Fr. Vicken Vassilian. […]

Western Prelacy “Harut Barsamian Fund” Awards Scholarships to Five Students

The Western Prelacy “Harut Barsamian Scholarship Fund” Committee, headed by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, is pleased to announce that after a thorough review of a large number of applications for the 2016-2017 academic year, scholarships have been awarded to five students based on their academic achievement, involvement in community life, and financial need. The […]

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