From May 2 to 4, 2019, in Burlington, MA, 159 clergy and lay delegates representing parishes from across the Eastern Diocese gathered for the 117th Diocesan Assembly, hosted by the St. James Church of Watertown, MA.
He Loved Justice, and Hated Iniquity
In life, he was celebrated as a prolific author and novelist, who was a pioneering activist in what would later be known as the cause of human rights.
Creative Workshops Featured at 33rd Women’s Guild Assembly
The 33rd annual Women’s Guild Assembly brought together 37 delegates—including 12 first-time participants—who represented 20 of the 34 active Women’s Guilds within the Eastern Diocese.
Catholicos Karekin II’s Blessing on Three New Bishops
During the episcopal ordination service this week at Holy Etchmiadzin, His Holiness Karekin II described the role of bishop as ensuring “that our people will keep their faith, live according to the highest Christian values, and walk along the path of salvation.”
WATCH the Consecration of Bishop Daniel
This weekend, in a stirring and solemn ceremony at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, His Holiness Karekin II, the Catholicos of All Armenians, consecrated the Primate of the Eastern Diocese to the episcopal rank.