Around this time of year, our church prescribes a Scripture reading from the Gospel of Luke, concerning a tragedy in a family household. A man named Jairus and his wife had a daughter, and this girl—only 12 years old—lay dying in their home.
Sisters in Christ: A Women’s Guild Retreat
Some 70 women from 16 parishes took part in the first-ever Women’s Guild Retreat, on Saturday, October 31 at St. Nersess Seminary in Armonk, NY.
Angels & Archangels: The Bodiless Powers
Every year, a Saturday in early November brings us to one of the more unusual observances of the Armenian Church calendar: the feast day dedicated to the holy archangels Michael and Gabriel. We’ll greet it again this weekend, on November 7.
In the Light of the Saints
Every year, midway through autumn, the Armenian Church celebrates All Saints Day. As a church we remember the good and holy people—whether known or unknown—who were heroes of the spirit, filled with Christ’s love, endurance, and faith.
New England Clergy Gather for Continuing Education
Diocesan clergy from the New England region of the Eastern Diocese met October 19-21 for a Continuing Education Gathering dedicated to the theme “Ministering to the Terminally Ill and Dying.”