On the evening of Friday, June 5, 2026, H.E. Archbishop Kegham Khacherian, Prelate of the Western Prelacy of the United States, presided over a fundraising gathering held in support of the renovation, beautification, and enhancement projects of Holy Martyrs Armenian Apostolic Church in Encino. The event was graciously hosted at the residence of Board of Trustees Chairman Mr. Harout Kamberian and Mrs. Lena Kamberian.
Among those in attendance were H.E. Archbishop Torkom Donoyan, Archpriest Fr. Razmig Khatchadourian, Pastor of Holy Martyrs Armenian Apostolic Church, Mr. Hovig Bedevian, member of the Executive Council, benefactor families, community supporters, devoted parishioners, and invited guests.
The gathering was organized to help support the funding of the extensive renovation and beautification efforts currently undertaken at the church. Throughout the evening, participants shared heartfelt reflections expressing their commitment to the mission and continued growth of the parish.
In his remarks, Archbishop Khacherian expressed his appreciation to the hosts, benefactors, and all those in attendance for their generosity and support of the Church. He characterized their contributions as a God-pleasing and commendable expression of faith and devotion, emphasizing the importance of supporting and strengthening the Armenian Church as a cornerstone of Armenian spiritual and communal life.
The Prelate concluded the evening by offering his fatherly blessings to all present and for the continued success of the parish and its mission
