The Eastern Diocese was deeply saddened by the loss of Yeretzgin Arpena Hallajian, beloved wife of the late Fr. Carnig Hallajian of blessed memory, who passed away at her home on October 9. She was 89.
Why is October “Armenian Cultural Month”?
To Armenians in the U.S., “Armenian Cultural Month” has been a feature of community life for as long as they can remember. It arrives each October—with a flurry of lectures, readings, exhibits, sacred celebrations, and events intended to remind Armenians of their rich cultural heritage.
Primate Returns to New York City to Complete Rehabilitation
The Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America is pleased to announce that our Diocesan Primate, Fr. Mesrop Parsamyan, has returned to New York City to complete his rehabilitation.
Mid-Atlantic Clergy Gather for Continuing Education
This season’s second “Clergy Continuing Education Gathering” convened on September 27-28—this time bringing together clergy from the Diocese’s Mid-Atlantic region, at the Ararat Youth and Conference Center in Greenville, NY.
Midwest Clergy Gather for Continuing Education
In mid-September, with the blessing of Diocesan Primate Fr. Mesrop Parsamyan, clergy of the Eastern Diocese’s Midwest region met for the first of several “Clergy Continuing Education Gatherings.”