The Armenian Church celebrates the holy birth (Sourp Dznunt) 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.
Armenian Christmas at St. Vartan Cathedral on Jan. 6, 2022
The Nativity and Baptism of Jesus Christ will be observed under strict safety regulations at New York’s St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral on Wednesday and Thursday, January 5 and 6, 2022.
A Week of Re-Introductions
One of the wonderful things about the Christmas season (at least, in a typical year) is the way it re-introduces us to people. Some of the most memorable re-introductions come from the surrounding culture. Who can suppress a warm smile at their first yearly sighting of Santa, Rudolph, and the elves? Or at the Grinch, and the whole Peanuts gang?
WATCH: The “Blessed Hope” at the Heart of Christmas
In his Christmas message for this year, Diocesan Primate Bishop Daniel reflects on the meaning of Christmas in a world still “wracked by strife and discord.”
Diocese Issues Updated COVID-19 Guidelines for Pastors and Parishes
Last week, in directives to the clergy and leadership of the Eastern Diocese, Diocesan Primate Bishop Daniel outlined updated guidelines to address the ongoing COVID-19 situation.