Crossroads E-Newsletter:7/05/07

July 5, 2007

ST. GREGORY OF DATEV SUMMER INSTITUTE
IN FULL SWING IN PENNSYLVANIA
Seventy-seven participants, with their instructors and advisors, have enjoyed a week-long intense immersion in learning and recreation as is evident from the following photographs that have been transmitted to us from the St. Mary of Providence Center in Pennsylvania where the Institute is currently in session.

Yesterday, on the fourth of July, the Datevatzis were treated to a lavish picnic prepared and hosted by Mrs. Asdghig Kazanjian of Philadelphia’s Armenian Delight. Shish Kebob with all the trimmings and much more were enjoyed by all.

For the latest impressions from Datevatsis on their experience with photos, click here.

A scene from the evening service.

PRELATE ATTENDS HMEM OLYMPIC GAMES
On Tuesday and Wednesday, July 3 and 4, Archbishop Oshagan attended the HMEM Olympics in Detroit, Michigan. His Eminence offered prayers and messages during the banquet and the closing ceremonies. Hundreds of athletes from various parts of the United States and Canada participated.

PRELATE WILL BE WITH DATEV ON SATURDAY
Archbishop Oshagan will spend Saturday, July 7, with the Datevatzis in Pennsylvania. He will attend the seminar led by Father Paul Tarazi, Professor of Old Testament at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary, and spend time with the Datevatzis as they conclude their week-long experience.

DIVINE LITURGY ON SUNDAY IN PHILADELPHIA
On Sunday, July 8, Archbishop Oshagan will preside over the Divine Liturgy at St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Philadelphia. Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian will officiate, assisted by the pastor Rev. Fr. Nerses Manoogian. Attending the Liturgy will be the seventy-seven Datev students. A picnic lunch hosted by the Armenian Relief Society will bring the 2007 Datev program to an end.

TWELVE APOSTLES OF CHRIST AND
SAINT PAUL THE THIRTEENTH APOSTLE
This Saturday, July 7, the Armenian Church commemorates the lives of the twelve apostles of Christ and Saint Paul who is considered to be the thirteenth apostle.

Christ selected twelve apostles to carry on His work and sent them to preach and to baptize converts all over the world (Mt. 28:19-20). Christ gave the title “apostle” which derives from the Greek word meaning “to send.” The apostles dedicated their lives to spreading the Word and fulfilling the sacred mission entrusted to them. Paul, the “thirteenth apostle,” was initially a great enemy of the Christians, but had a vision on the road to Damascus and became a fervent Christian and was subsequently responsible in large measure for the rapid spread of Christianity. Most of the New Testament (aside from the Gospels) is from the writings of Paul.

BAREKENTAN OF THE FAST OF TRANSFIGURATION
This Sunday, July 8, is the barekentan of the Fast of the Transfiguration. The period of fasting for the Feast of the Transfiguration which is on Sunday, July 15, is five days.

IN CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR OF THE ARMENIAN LANGUAGE…
To read the message of His Holiness in Armenian click here.
To read the message of His Holiness in English click here.

His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia, has designated 2007 as the Year of the Armenian Language. In celebration of this year-long tribute, each week we will offer an interesting tidbit about the Armenian language and literature:

“The work of the translators was by n o means confined to the Bible. During this period a large number of talented and promising students were sent abroad to renowned centers of learning. Their mission was to become proficient in Syriac, Greek, and Latin, languages that were, at the time, crucial to theological and ecclesiastical scholarship. After undergoing rigorous training, these scholars returned to Armenia fully qualified, bringing with them an invaluable collection of religious, historical, philosophical, literary, and scientific works; they then set themselves to the arduous task of translating these works into Armenian.”
The Heritage of Armenian Literature, Volume 1, Wayne State University Press

DAILY BIBLE READINGS
Bible readings for today, July 5, are: 2 Kings 13:14-21; 1 Corinthians 2:6-10; Luke 4:25-30.

This punishment by the majority is enough for such a person; so now instead you should forgive and console him, so that he may not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow. So I urge you to reaffirm your love for him. I wrote for this reason: to test you and to know whether you are obedient in everything. What I have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, has been for your sake in the presence of Christ. 1 Corinthians 2:6-10.

For listing of the entire week’s Bible readings click here.

Calendar of Events

July 1-8—St. Gregory of Datev Institute, 21st annual summer Christian studies program for junior and senior high school students, at St. Mary of Providence Center in Elverson, Pennsylvania. For information click here.

July 7—St. Gregory Church, Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, gathering at the home of the parish priest, Rev. Father Bedros Shetilian.

July 9 to July 20—St. Sarkis Church Summer Camp, Douglaston, New York, for ages 5 to 12. Prayers and hymns, Armenian classes, introduction to the bible, arts and crafts, sports, and much more. Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3:00 pm. Lunch and snack will be served. Summer camp is sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Antranig and Marion Boudakian. Enrollment limited to 30 students. Registration deadline June 5. Minimum donation $75. For information, 718-224-2275.

July 21—Sts. Vartanantz Church Ladies Guild, Providence, Rhode Island, and ARS Ani Chapter present “A Hye Summer Night 2.” For information 401-286-8107.

August 7—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual golf tournament at Blackstone Country Club. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677.

August 12—Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island, annual church picnic at Camp Haiastan, Franklin, Massachusetts. For information 401-831-6399.

August 19—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual church picnic. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677.

September 9—Annual picnic of St. Gregory Church of Merrimack Valley at American Legion Grounds in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

September 25—Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, Worcester, Massachusetts, 4th annual golf outing at Juniper Hill Golf Course, Northboro, Massachusetts. Registration at 8 am. Tee off at 9 am. $125 includes golf cart, dinner and prizes. For information 508-852-2414.

September 27—Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey, 5th Annual Golf Outing at River Vale Country Club, River Vale, New Jersey. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and tee time at 1 p.m. For information, 201-943-2950.

September 29—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, 50th anniversary banquet at Pleasant Valley. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677.

October 21—St. Gregory the Illuminator Church, Philadelphia, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the ordination of Rev. Fr. Nerses Manoogian, under the auspices of the Prelate, Archbishop Oshagan. For information www.saintgregory-philly.org or 215-482-9200.

November 4—37th anniversary of St. Gregory Church of Merrimack Valley and ordination of Nishan Dagley to the office of acolyte and stole bearer. Presided over by His Grace Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian, Vicar General of the Prelacy.

November 10-11—Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island, annual “Armenian Fest,” at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet, Cranston, Rhode Island. For information 401-831-6399.

December 1—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual church bazaar. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677.

December 9—St. Stephen’s Church, Watertown, Massachusetts, 50th anniversary celebration. For information, (617) 924-7562.

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July 5, 2007
	ST. GREGORY OF DATEV SUMMER INSTITUTE IN FULL SWING IN PENNSYLVANIA Seventy-seven participants, with their instructors and advisors, have enjoyed a week-long intense immersion in learning and recreation as is evident from the following photographs that have been transmitted to us from the St. Mary of Providence Center in Pennsylvania where the Institute is currently in session. Yesterday, on the fourth of July, the Datevatzis were treated to a lavish picnic prepared and hosted by Mrs. Asdghig Kazanjian of Philadelphia’s Armenian Delight. Shish Kebob with all the trimmings and much more were enjoyed by all. For the latest impressions from Datevatsis on their experience with photos, click here.
A scene from the evening service.
PRELATE ATTENDS HMEM OLYMPIC GAMES On Tuesday and Wednesday, July 3 and 4, Archbishop Oshagan attended the HMEM Olympics in Detroit, Michigan. His Eminence offered prayers and messages during the banquet and the closing ceremonies. Hundreds of athletes from various parts of the United States and Canada participated. PRELATE WILL BE WITH DATEV ON SATURDAY Archbishop Oshagan will spend Saturday, July 7, with the Datevatzis in Pennsylvania. He will attend the seminar led by Father Paul Tarazi, Professor of Old Testament at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary, and spend time with the Datevatzis as they conclude their week-long experience. DIVINE LITURGY ON SUNDAY IN PHILADELPHIA On Sunday, July 8, Archbishop Oshagan will preside over the Divine Liturgy at St. Gregory the Illuminator Church in Philadelphia. Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian will officiate, assisted by the pastor Rev. Fr. Nerses Manoogian. Attending the Liturgy will be the seventy-seven Datev students. A picnic lunch hosted by the Armenian Relief Society will bring the 2007 Datev program to an end. TWELVE APOSTLES OF CHRIST AND SAINT PAUL THE THIRTEENTH APOSTLE This Saturday, July 7, the Armenian Church commemorates the lives of the twelve apostles of Christ and Saint Paul who is considered to be the thirteenth apostle. Christ selected twelve apostles to carry on His work and sent them to preach and to baptize converts all over the world (Mt. 28:19-20). Christ gave the title “apostle” which derives from the Greek word meaning “to send.” The apostles dedicated their lives to spreading the Word and fulfilling the sacred mission entrusted to them. Paul, the “thirteenth apostle,” was initially a great enemy of the Christians, but had a vision on the road to Damascus and became a fervent Christian and was subsequently responsible in large measure for the rapid spread of Christianity. Most of the New Testament (aside from the Gospels) is from the writings of Paul. BAREKENTAN OF THE FAST OF TRANSFIGURATION This Sunday, July 8, is the barekentan of the Fast of the Transfiguration. The period of fasting for the Feast of the Transfiguration which is on Sunday, July 15, is five days. IN CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR OF THE ARMENIAN LANGUAGE… To read the message of His Holiness in Armenian click here. To read the message of His Holiness in English click here. His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia, has designated 2007 as the Year of the Armenian Language. In celebration of this year-long tribute, each week we will offer an interesting tidbit about the Armenian language and literature: “The work of the translators was by n o means confined to the Bible. During this period a large number of talented and promising students were sent abroad to renowned centers of learning. Their mission was to become proficient in Syriac, Greek, and Latin, languages that were, at the time, crucial to theological and ecclesiastical scholarship. After undergoing rigorous training, these scholars returned to Armenia fully qualified, bringing with them an invaluable collection of religious, historical, philosophical, literary, and scientific works; they then set themselves to the arduous task of translating these works into Armenian.” The Heritage of Armenian Literature, Volume 1, Wayne State University Press DAILY BIBLE READINGS Bible readings for today, July 5, are: 2 Kings 13:14-21; 1 Corinthians 2:6-10; Luke 4:25-30. This punishment by the majority is enough for such a person; so now instead you should forgive and console him, so that he may not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow. So I urge you to reaffirm your love for him. I wrote for this reason: to test you and to know whether you are obedient in everything. What I have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, has been for your sake in the presence of Christ. 1 Corinthians 2:6-10. For listing of the entire week’s Bible readings click here.

Calendar of Events July 1-8—St. Gregory of Datev Institute, 21st annual summer Christian studies program for junior and senior high school students, at St. Mary of Providence Center in Elverson, Pennsylvania. For information click here. July 7—St. Gregory Church, Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, gathering at the home of the parish priest, Rev. Father Bedros Shetilian. July 9 to July 20—St. Sarkis Church Summer Camp, Douglaston, New York, for ages 5 to 12. Prayers and hymns, Armenian classes, introduction to the bible, arts and crafts, sports, and much more. Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3:00 pm. Lunch and snack will be served. Summer camp is sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Antranig and Marion Boudakian. Enrollment limited to 30 students. Registration deadline June 5. Minimum donation $75. For information, 718-224-2275. July 21—Sts. Vartanantz Church Ladies Guild, Providence, Rhode Island, and ARS Ani Chapter present “A Hye Summer Night 2.” For information 401-286-8107. August 7—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual golf tournament at Blackstone Country Club. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677. August 12—Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island, annual church picnic at Camp Haiastan, Franklin, Massachusetts. For information 401-831-6399. August 19—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual church picnic. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677. September 9—Annual picnic of St. Gregory Church of Merrimack Valley at American Legion Grounds in Haverhill, Massachusetts. September 25—Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, Worcester, Massachusetts, 4th annual golf outing at Juniper Hill Golf Course, Northboro, Massachusetts. Registration at 8 am. Tee off at 9 am. $125 includes golf cart, dinner and prizes. For information 508-852-2414. September 27—Sts. Vartanantz Church, Ridgefield, New Jersey, 5th Annual Golf Outing at River Vale Country Club, River Vale, New Jersey. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and tee time at 1 p.m. For information, 201-943-2950. September 29—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, 50th anniversary banquet at Pleasant Valley. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677. October 21—St. Gregory the Illuminator Church, Philadelphia, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the ordination of Rev. Fr. Nerses Manoogian, under the auspices of the Prelate, Archbishop Oshagan. For information www.saintgregory-philly.org or 215-482-9200. November 4—37th anniversary of St. Gregory Church of Merrimack Valley and ordination of Nishan Dagley to the office of acolyte and stole bearer. Presided over by His Grace Bishop Anoushavan Tanielian, Vicar General of the Prelacy. November 10-11—Sts. Vartanantz Church, Providence, Rhode Island, annual “Armenian Fest,” at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet, Cranston, Rhode Island. For information 401-831-6399. December 1—Soorp Asdvadzadzin Church, Whitinsville, Massachusetts, annual church bazaar. For information www.armenianchurchofwhit.org or 508-234-3677. December 9—St. Stephen’s Church, Watertown, Massachusetts, 50th anniversary celebration. For information, (617) 924-7562.

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