The ACYOA Central Council hosted its annual ACYOA Seniors National Fall Retreat in Lakeside, CT, on November 8-10. The theme this year was “The GIFT of Forgiveness: Growing in Faith Together.” Participants explored what it means to forgive and repent, and how we can forgive others and ourselves.
Hopeful Reflections on an Empty Chalice
Senior clergyman Fr. Untzag Nalbandian shares some thoughts about finding “communion” in Christ–even when the Holy Chalice is empty.
Churches Across Eastern Diocese Join in Prayer for Release of Captives
Parishes across the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America joined Armenian Church faithful around the world on Sunday, November 10, in a special prayer service for the Artsakh Armenians who are being held captive in Azerbaijan
A Prayer for Veterans Day
On this day, November 11, 2024, the Eastern Diocese remembers those who have served, fought, and sacrificed in war.
Promises, Promises
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.