On Saturday, July 5th the 39th Homenetmen Navasartian games and festival concluded with the closing ceremony, which features the parade of athletes and scouts and the distribution of championship trophies.
The Prelate attended the closing ceremony and delivered his message. His Eminence was accompanied by Rev. Fr. Razmig Khatchadourian. Executive Council Chair Mr. Vahe Hovaguimian was also in attendance.
In his message, His Eminence commended Homenetmen as the leading organization dedicated to the physical, intellectual, emotional, and cultural development of our youth, and noted that “these annual games and festival, and the parade of athletes marching strong with their heads held high bringing pride to us all, embody the Armenian spirit of resilience and triumph, and beautifully demonstrate that the genocidal Turks could not and will not defeat us”. In conclusion, the Prelate commended Honorary Presidents Mr. and Mrs. Bedig and Maro Fermanian, Exemplary Homenetmen Member Hamlet Chraghchian, and the Homenetmen extended family of leaders, members, volunteers, athletes, scouts, friends and sponsors.
On Thursday, July 3rd, the Prelate visited the festival booths and conveyed his blessings and encouragement to the organizers and participants. His Eminence was accompanied by Rev. Fr. Vazken Atmajian.