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June 2007 Archive
- Archbishop Hovnan Derderian Presiding the European Dioceses ACYO's Representatives Meeting in Milan — Jun 29
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- A Message from Archbishop Hovnan Derderian on the occasion of 4th of July — Jun 29
On the occasion of 4th of July a dedication to all those who serve in the US Forces. May the Lord protect them. May God bless the departed souls and comfort their beloved ones.
- Primate's Schedule for July - December 2007 — Jun 22
Sunday, July 1 Armenian Apostolic Church in Victorville – First Pastoral visit – Divine Liturgy and reception Saturday, July 7 Summer Camp staff training Sunday, July 8 Armenian Apostolic Church in Denver, Colorado– Pastoral Visit Tuesday, July 10 Clergy Executive meeting 80th Anniversary committees meeting Wednesday, July 11 Pastoral Visit to Carson City Community of Northern Sierra Community (Ordination of Sub-Deacon Richard Charshafian to the order of Diaconate Thursday, July 12 Pastoral Visit to San Diego Saturday, July 14 Diocesan Council Meeting Sunday, July 15 Divine Liturgy in the St.
- 80th Anniversary Celebrations — Jun 22
The 80th Anniversary is the challenge for the renewal of our vocation and calling in service of the Western Diocese. The 80th Anniversary becomes more meaningful through our participation.
- Official Opening of The Baidzar Turpanjian Bookstore of the Western Diocese — Jun 21
On Thursday, June 18th, 2007, the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and the opening of the Baidzar Turpanjian Bookstore took place at the Western Diocese.
- Archbishop Hovnan Derderian Presides over the European Dioceses ACYO's Representatives Meeting — Jun 21
His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Western Diocese, will be presiding over the European Dioceses ACYO's representatives meeting in Milan – Italy, June 22 – 24, 2007.
- Primate Presides Over AGBU Class of 2007 Graduation — Jun 21
On Saturday, June 16, 2007, the Primate of the Western Diocese, Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, presided over the AGBU Manoogian-Demirjian class of 2007 graduation ceremony.
- Primate Established Two New Mission Parishes Spokane in Washington and Hayden in Idaho — Jun 21
This is to officially notify our faithful that His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian established two new mission parishes in the Western Diocese: Spokane in Washington and Hayden in Idaho.
- Dr. Fr. Zaven Arzoumanian Presides over Graduation Ceremony — Jun 21
On June 10, 2007, Dr. Fr. Zaven Arzoumanian presided over graduation ceremony for the secondary school graduates at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Glendale.
- Archbishop Hovnan Derderian Pays Tribute to Dr. Gary Lulejian — Jun 21
On June 13, 2007, Archbishop Hovnan Derderian presided over a tribute event in honor of Dr. Gary Lulejian organized by the pastor and parish council of St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, Van Nuys.
- A Unique Event Organized by Brighter Future of Armenia and The Armenian Education Fund — Jun 21
On Friday, June 14, 2007, a fundraising event was organized by BFA and AEF in support of Armenian students in Armenia.
- University Chaplaincy Mission at USC Led by Fr. Vazken Movsesian — Jun 21
The first University Chaplaincy mission at USC took place on Tuesday, June 19, 2007 led by Father Vazken Movsesian and the participation of priests and young deacons.
- Primate's Pastoral Visit of Scottsdale Arizona — Jun 21
On Sunday, June 17, 2007, His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian visited the Armenian Community of Scottsdale, Arizona, where he celebrated Divine Liturgy, ordained acolytes, presided over a reception and the parish council meeting.
- Commencement of "Hayastan" Saturday School — Jun 21
On Sunday, June 17, 2007, the commencement ceremonies of "Hayastan" Saturday Armenian School were held at the Diocesan Headquarters.
- Chief Executive Director of the American Red Cross Paul Shultz at the Western Diocese — Jun 21
On Monday, June 18, 2007 the Chief Executive Director of the American Red Cross paid an official visit to the Western Diocese.
- CYMA 2007 - A Journey of Hope — Jun 21
CYMA – the Christian Youth Mission to Armenia 2007 group of thirty (30) ACYO members departed to Armenia on Monday, June 18, 2007 and Tuesday, June 19-20.
- Rev.Fr. Sarkis Petoyan Leads the Eighth Pilgrimage to the Motherland — Jun 21
The pastor of St. John Armenian Apostolic Church of San Francisco, Rev. Fr. Sarkis Petoyan led a group of close to forty pilgrims to Hayastan.
- Council of Oriental Orthodox Churches Convened at Syriac Archdiocese — Jun 21
On Tuesday, June 19, 2007, the head of the Oriental Orthodox Churches met at the Syriac Archdiocese.
- Primate Presided over Tarkmantchatz Alumni Evening — Jun 21
On Tuesday, June 19, 2007, a cultural program dedicated to the Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem, and in honor of the Grand-Sacristan of St. James Brotherhood of Jerusalem
- Primate’s Visit to Ventura Community — Jun 09
On June 4th, 2007, we are happy to announce that the primate made his second pastoral visit to the Armenian-American community of Camarillo.
- Visit to Armenian Church of Rancho Mirage — Jun 09
On June 6th, 2007, His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian attended a reception at the Kurkjian Hall of the Armenian Church of the Desert. Present where members of the community, members of the Rancho Mirage City Council, as well as Mayor Hobart.
- Los Angeles – Yerevan Sister City Association’s First Event — Jun 09
On the evening of Wednesday, June 6th, 2007 the Los Angeles - Yerevan Sister City Association hosted its first event at Gavar Resteraunt in Hollywood.
- Meeting with Manougian-Demirdjian AGBU School Trustees — Jun 09
On the evening of Thursday, June 7th, 2007, the Primate met with Trustees from the Manougian-Demirdjian AGBU School.
- Representative of the Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles visits Western Diocese — Jun 09
On Friday, June 8th, Cardinal Mahoney’s representative, Fr. Alexei Smith, met with the Primate and the Vicar General Very Rev. Fr. Dajad Yardemian.
- Primate met with Burbank City Member and Police Commissioner — Jun 09
On Friday, June 8th, His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian met with Burbank City Council member Gary Bric, and Police Commissioner Hagop Hergelian.
- Primate to Attend Armenian Bone Marrow Walk-A-Thon — Jun 09
On Saturday His Eminence Arcbishop Hovnan Derderian, along with Vicar General Very Rev. Fr. Dajad Yardemian, as well as Deacons Vahe Abovian and Mayis Shahbazyan will participate in the Second Annual Armenian Bone Marrow Walk-A-Thon at Glendale High School.
- Diocese to attend Awards Ceremony at Pacific Community Center — Jun 09
On Saturday June 9th, Fr. Hovsep Hagopian will represent the Primate at the Pacific Community Center where 6 artists and civic leaders will be awarded with the 2007 Diamond Award.
- Primate to Conduct Divine Liturgy and Offer Sermon at St. Mary Costa Mesa — Jun 09
On Sunday June 10th, 2007, the Primate will celebrate Divine Liturgy and offer the sermon at St. Mary Armenian Church of Costa Mesa on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the parish’s consecration.
- Primate’s June 2007 Schedule — Jun 09
Tuesday, June 12 Diocesan Clergy Meeting Meeting with the Glendale Religious Leaders, hosted by the Diocese Thursday, June 14 Official opening of the Diocesan Baydzar Turpanjian Bookstore Saturday, June 16 Diocesan Council Meeting Manoogian-Demirdjian Day School Graduation Cathedral Construction Committee Meeting Sunday, June 17 Pastoral visitation to the Armenian Church of Arizona Hayastan Saturday School Commencement Ceremony.
- Diocese to Officially Open Baidzar Turpanjian Bookstore — Jun 09
On Thursday, June 14th, 2007, His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Western Diocese, will officially open the Baidzar Turpanjan Bookstore located at Diocesan Headquarters in Burbank, CA.
- BFA to Host Dinner/Dance Fundraiser with Harout Pamboukjian — Jun 09
On June 15th, 2007, the Brighter Future for Armenian mission of the Western Diocese will be co-hosting a fundraiser that will raise funds for scholarships for young people in Armenia.
- Primate Begins Ararat Home Initiative — Jun 09
The Western Diocese is pleased to announce that it has begun an initiative to provide full pastoral care to the residents of the Ararat Home for the Elderly in Mission Hills, as well as Eagle Rock.
- Requiem For Renowned Artist Kohar Kasparian — Jun 06
On June 3, 2007, Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate, presided over a special Requiem Service for the world famous and renowned soprano artist Kohar Kasparian.
- Armenian Allied Arts Association Awards — Jun 06
On June 3, 2007, Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate, attended the Armenian Allied Arts Association Annual Reception and Awards Ceremony.
- Agbu Generation Next Mentorship Program — Jun 06
On June 3, 2007 at the AGBU Headquarters in Pasadena, Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate, was invited to address the youth.
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