
On Sunday, May 28, 2023, H.G. Bishop Torkom Donoyan, Prelate, celebrated Divine Liturgy at the Armenian Church of Crescenta Valley and presided over the 105th Anniversary of the Independence of Armenia. Rev. Fr. Ghevont Kirazian, Pastor, and Rev. Fr. Ardag Demirjian assisted on the Altar.
In attendance were representatives of the Central Executive Council, Executive Council, benefactors and the faithful.
Prior to his sermon, the Prelate blessed the flags of Armenian and Artsakh, and during the sermon Bishop Donoyan emphasized on the importance of the Independence of Armenia and the spiritual and physical sacrifices to keep the nation, and exhorted the faithful to keep the brotherly love and unity to overcome all types of difficulties, especially in Armenia, Artsakh and Diaspora. The celebration ended with the singing of the Armenian national anthem.