2013 News Archives

Prelate Welcomes Armenian Ecclesiastical Brotherhood New Spiritual Council

  On Thursday, September 5, 2013, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of the newly elected spiritual council of the Armenian Ecclesiastical Brotherhood.  The meeting was held at the Prelacy “Sulahian” reception hall.  Very Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian, a member of the Catholicosate Brotherhood who arrived in Los Angeles last week, participated in […]

Harut Barsamian Scholarship Fund Allocations for 2013

  After reviewing applications received for the 2013-2014 academic term, the “Harut Barsamian Scholarship Fund” Committee has announced it has awarded scholarships to four students.  The Committee serves under the auspices of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, with members Professor Harut Barsamian and Dr. Garo Agopian. The recipients were awarded $1,500 each.  They are: Raffi […]

Very Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian Arrives in Los Angeles to Begin Studies at Fuller Seminary

  On Wednesday, August 28, 2013, Very Rev. Fr. Boghos Tinkjian, a new member of the Catholicosate Brotherhood, arrived in Los Angeles where by the ordinance of H.H. Catholicos Aram I, he will begin studies at Fuller Seminary in Pasadena for a Master’s Degree in Theology. On Thursday, August 29, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, […]

Weekly News – August 30, 2013

PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT THE CRESCENTA VALLEY PARISH On Sunday, September 1st, 2013,  H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will preside over Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at the Crescenta Valley Parish, which holds its services at the Prelacy Hall.  The service begins at 11:00 a.m. *** 98TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HEROIC […]

Prelate Welcomes Homenetmen “Ararat” Chapter Board

  On Tuesday, August 27, 2013, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed the visit of Homenetmen Glendale “Ararat” Chapter Board members, headed by Chairman Mr. Tomik Abrahamian.  Homenetmen Central Executive member Mr. Vicken Tavitian joined in the visit, which was held at the “Sulahian” reception room. The main purpose of the visit was for the […]

Weekly News – August 23, 2013

PRELATE TO PRESIDE OVER DIVINE LITURGY AT HOLY MARTYRS CHURCH – 40TH DAY REQUEIM SERVICE FOR ARCHBISHOP ARDAVAZT TERTERIAN On Sunday, August 25, 2013, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, will preside over Divine Liturgy and deliver the sermon at Holy Martyrs Church in Encino. At the conclusion of Divine Liturgy, the Prelate will preside over […]

Prelate Blesses Young Students of Tavlian Pre-School at the Start of the New Academic Year

  At the start of the 2013-2014 academic year of Prelacy Schools, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, has been visiting schools to convey his blessings and well wishes to the administration, students, and parents for a successful year. On Friday, August 23rd, 2013, the Prelate visited the young students of Levon and Hasmig Tavlian Pre-School […]

Prelate of Azerbaijan Very Rev. Fr. Krikor Chiftjian Visits the Prelacy

  On Friday, August 23, 2013, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed Very Rev. Fr. Krikor Chiftjian, Prelate of Azerbaijan, who is currently in Los Angeles on a brief visit. The visit offered an opportunity to discuss current issues.  By the ordinance of H.H. Catholicos Aram I, Fr. Krikor previously served for three years within […]

Prelate Begins School Visits at the Start of the New Academic Year

On Monday, August 19, 2013, Prelacy Schools opened their doors to commence the 2013-2014 academic year.  Each year H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, visits Prelacy Schools to convey his blessings and well wishes to the administration, teachers, students, and parents for a successful year. On Monday, August 19, the Prelate visited Holy Martyrs Ferrahian High […]

Feast of the Assumption Celebrated with Episcopal Divine Liturgy and Blessing of Grapes at St. Mary’s Church

On Sunday, August 18, 2013, the Armenian Church celebrated one of its most beloved feasts, the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God into heaven. The Feast of the Assumption was celebrated within Prelacy Churches with great ceremony.  Divine Liturgy was celebrated with special hymns dedicated to the Holy Mother of God, followed by the […]

Divine Liturgy and Blessing of Grapes at Ararat Home on the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God

  In keeping with long-standing tradition, on Thursday, August 15, 2013, the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God was celebrated at Ararat Home with Divine Liturgy and the Blessing of Grapes. The day began with the blessing of the grapes at the nursing facility, led by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, […]

Prelacy Schools Commence the 2013-2014 Academic Year

  On Monday, August 19, Prelacy Schools will resume the 2013-2014 academic year.  Each year, the new school year commences with prayers offered by local parish pastors, who also convey the Prelate’s back to school message. For Chamlian first grade students, the new school year began on Wednesday, August 14.  On this occasion, the Prelate […]

St. Sarkis Church of Pasadena Hosts Farewell and Welcoming Reception in Honor of Fr. Khoren And Fr. Boghos

On Tuesday, August 13, 2013, a special reception was organized by St. Sarkis Church Board of Trustees and Ladies Guild to bid farewell to Parish Pastor Rev. Fr. Khoren Babochian and officially welcome new Parish Pastor Rev. Fr. Boghos Baltayan.  The event was presided over by H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, at the Pasadena Armenian […]

Blessing of Grapes at Glendale Adventist Hospital on the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God

  On Wednesday, August 14, 2013, a prayer service and the blessing of grapes was conducted at Glendale Adventist Hospital on the occasion of the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God. H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, conducted the services, assisted by Pastors and deacons of St. Mary’s Church in Glendale.  This […]

Over Two Thousand People Celebrated the Grape Blessing and Festival Centennial in Fresno

  On Sunday, August 11, 2013, the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church and the Fresno Armenian Community celebrated the Centennial Anniversary of the Grape Blessing Ceremony and Festival in Fresno County, preserving centuries of tradition that has been carried out by the Armenian people since ancient times. On this 100th anniversary festival, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh […]

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