With the blessing of H.H. Aram I., Catholicos of the Holy See of Cilicia, and by the request of H.G. Bishop Torkom Donoyan, Prelate, medals were bestowed upon parishioners who brought their unconditional service and devotion to the educational and parish life of the Armenian community, as follows:
“St. Mesrob Mashdots” medal was awarded to Mrs. Arsine Aghazarian, Director of the Tufenkian Preschool- Kindergarten, who has served as a pedagogue for almost three decades in the educational field of the Armenian community.
“Knight of Cilicia” medal was awarded to Mr. Khatchig Yeretzian, who for the last fifty years, has devoted his service to the Western Prelacy in general and to the Holy Martyrs Armenian Church of Encino in particular.
On this occasion, the Prelate conveyed his congratulations to the awardees, wishing them long and healthy days.