On Saturday, June 27, the Armenian Church will observe one of several feast days associated with St. Gregory the Illuminator. This particular feast is dedicated to the saint’s later years and the discovery of his relics.
Diocese Permits Limited Restoration of Sacramental Functions
In a directive to clergy of the Eastern Diocese, Primate Bishop Daniel Findikyan announced new guidelines for local parishes and worshippers, expanding the way the rituals and services of the church may be conducted in the ongoing pandemic situation.
In Memoriam: David Hamazasp Ohanian (1951-2020)
The Eastern Diocese is deeply saddened by the untimely loss of Deacon David Ohanian, who passed away on June 21. He was 68 years old.
How a Former Waitress Discovered the True Cross
“Poor working girl perseveres through the adversities of life and love—but finally makes it big.”
It sounds like the outline of a Grimm’s Fairy Tale—or, given a more contemporary spin, a Danielle Steel novel.
The Saints of Summer
In an ordinary year, by the end of June schools are winding down, summer is gearing up, and many parishioners settle into a more “relaxed” habit of church participation.
This year, of course, has been anything but ordinary.