In his Armenian Christmas sermon at St. Vartan Cathedral, Diocesan Primate Fr. Daniel Findikyan said that in Christ’s nativity, God brought the glory of heaven down to the earth—in the most unexpected way.
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.
The Earthquake, After 30 Years
It is truly humbling to realize that three decades have elapsed since the earthquake struck Armenia on December 7, 1988.
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.