Impressions – Datev 2011

As a first year Datevasi, I made a lot of friends and I had a great time. I learned many things about my religion and heritage. I will definitely be coming back.

Sevag Ebrimian

Datev is a place for Armenian Christians to join together for one incredible week. As a third year student, Datev has provided me with so much knowledge in regards to our culture and religion. I have made friends here that I know will be my friends forever. The fact that everyone here is Armenian makes it so easy to make new friends! I’m already counting down the days until next year’s Datev!

Martha Siegerian (3rd year Datevatsi)

I thought my first year of Datev was a blast, but year two was even better. Not only was I more involved in the spiritual aspects of Datev, but I was also more involved in the recreational aspects as well. I am looking forward to year 3!

Amir Adelinia (2nd year Datevatsi )

Datev this year had to have been the best so far. It was the year I graduated and got to enjoy the anniversary banquet. Being a fourth year student, I got to take the more advanced classes... The Bible studies helped explain a lot and make me closer to God. And of course, spending time with my friends was amazing. I have made life-long friends at Datev that I will never lose. The Datev experience is just one I will never forget and forever cherish.

Alysha Phillips (4th year Datevatsi)

The Datev Program will always be something that i will remember. It has widened my love and knowledge of the Church and I have made friends there that are like no other

Tyler Phillips (4th year Datevatsi)

I came to Datev on the first day of the retreat and I only knew my sisters and the people from my Church. Through the retreat and the week-long program, I was able to build friendships and a stronger connection to God by learning more about having faith. I was also able to learn more about Armenian culture... I am looking forward to attending Datev next year!

Sara Keytanjian

Datev - where I completely feel a Christian Armenian!
Datev - name that fills my heart with joy!
Datev - I can hardly wait until next summer to see my friends again, to have fun, to pray and again and again to feel proud about my Armenian heritage.
I am lucky to be Datevatsi!

Anna-Marie Danayan (4th year Datevatsi)