January 6, 2019, fell on the first Sunday of the New Year, and the Armenian Church of America welcomed the occasion with the new Primate of the Eastern Diocese celebrating the “Armenian Christmas” Divine Liturgy.
Celebrating Christ’s Birth and Baptism
The Armenian Church celebrates the holy birth (Sourp Dznount) of Jesus Christ on January 6. In Armenian tradition, this feast day commemorates not only the birth of Christ, but also His baptism by John the Baptist.
The “Little Church” in Every Home
Throughout history, Armenian Christians have considered the home to be a sacred place: the tranquil sanctuary of the family, where habits of virtue, pious traditions, and life-affirming customs are passed from one generation to another.
Prayer Reveals the Living Spirit Behind the Met Museum Exhibit
It was altogether appropriate that, a few days after Thanksgiving, New York’s St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral should ring with “spiritual gratitude” for the monumental “Armenia!” exhibit at the world famous Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Join Us for Special Evening Prayers on Tues., Nov. 27
In collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art and its “Armenia!” exhibit, St. Vartan Cathedral will hold a special liturgical program on the evening of Tuesday, November 27, at 7:30 p.m.