Western Diocese

On February 21, 2010, following the church service, the Primate presided over the Parish Assembly of St. Apkar Armenian Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. The church was consecrated by the Primate on September 20, 2009. A fundraiser was held during the meeting and was followed by an election. In his closing remarks, the Primate commended the dedicated service of Rev. Fr. Zacharia Saribekyan, the members of the Parish Council, Ladies Society and all auxiliary bodies of the Parish.