On Wednesday, March 5, 2014, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center President Mr. Jack Ivie, who was accompanied by Ms. Marie Filipian, Community Relations and Business Development Manager, and Rev. Cassie McCarty, Director of Mission Integration and Spiritual Care Services. Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian joined in the meeting.
After greeting the guests, upon their request the Prelate presented an overview of our church history and on the effect of the Armenian Genocide on the Armenian Church, and specifically on the Holy See of Cilicia which itself was a victim of the Genocide. The Prelate also spoke of the struggles of the Syrian-Armenian community and answered questions regarding the endeavors of the Prelacy.
Mr. Ivie thanked the Prelate for his warm welcome and for the information he imparted. Mr. Ivie expressed appreciation especially for the Prelacy’s close collaboration and the Prelate’s support of Glendale Memorial Hospital.
At the conclusion of the visit the Prelate presented the guests with mementos.