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SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2020
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Հինգերորդ Կիրակի Յետ Հոգեգալուստի
READINGS OF THE DAY
Isaiah 2:5-11, Romans 8:31-10:4, Matthew 13:24-30
Տէր Փառէն Քհն. Գալստյան, Հոգեւոր Հովիւ
Reverend Fr. Paren Galstyan, Pastor
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Look with love, O merciful Father, on the created works of your hand, and grant the camps of the angels to be guardians of our feeble persons.
Deliver us from temptation, from the wandering demons of night, that by day and by night, we may give you glory incessantly. Amen.
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Prayer Requests for Our Faithful
Please keep Rev. Fr. Mampre Kuzuian, Margurit Balian, Arlin Baligian, John and Iris Ganimian, John Gumushian, Anahid Frangul, Fimi Manguikian, Sarkis Minassian, Varant Movsessian, Talin Mukhjian, Christian Tresppolacios, Dr. Aida Khachadourian/Tchobanian, Sabrina Wood, FrancoVasquez, Surekha Valbh in your prayers for physical and spiritual health.
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Time:
Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 5:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
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Still Mightier Than the Sword
It is a rare thing when a national culture is revolutionized by a small group of scholars. But that is exactly what happened in 5th-century Armenia, through the efforts of the Holy Translators. The leaders of the movement—Catholicos Sahag Partev and Mesrob Mashdots—truly gambled when they imagined creating an Armenian version of the Bible.
But their risk paid off. The unique Armenian alphabet they devised for the Bible was quickly deployed to translate great works of theology, philosophy, and history. As a result, literate Armenians were able to connect, as never before, with the great minds of the past: to absorb the wisdom of other cultures, and the lessons of other times.
Far from narrowing the worldview of Armenians, the Holy Translators broadened it, transforming it into a heritage which could—and would—defy the sword of invaders, endure calamity and dispersion, while aspiring to the highest forms of the arts and humanities.
That is the spirit the Translators laid down some 16 centuries ago. And it is a spirit we celebrate today (July 2), on the feast day dedicated to St. Sahag and St. Mesrob: a spirit born from a love of Christ, and expressed in treasures of faith, culture, and language that Armenian Christians can still pass on to their children and grandchildren.
Click here to read more about their story. And honor the day by passing on that story to someone you love.
Pictured: A sculpture garden depicting St. Mesrob Mashdots and his revolutionary creation, adjacent to the church consecrated in his name in Oshagan, Armenia |
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Blessings on Independence Day
On behalf of our Primate Bishop Daniel Findikyan and the entire Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, we extend to you our warm good wishes on Independence Day.
For well over a century now, Armenians have been blessed to merge our way of life with the bounty and liberty of this great nation of America. On these shores our people found a refuge from persecution, but also a land that would sustain and strengthen us as we sought to honor our heritage, and worship our Lord.
The astonishing developments of this year have tested the resilience of that society, and the mettle of its people. These things should not, however, negate the powerful meaning America has held for its Armenian citizens. For successive generations of our people, America is the only home we have ever known. For the people of our ancestral homeland, America is an aspiration to guide them in the building of their own society, based in part on ideas first articulated in the Declaration of Independence.
In past times of tension, conflict, or uncertainty, we have prayed with grateful hearts that this land would show its characteristic resilience, born of its ability to overcome adversity and reform its inequities.
This Independence Day we renew those prayers, asking God to bless this land and her people, so that she may never cease to be seen as a sign of hope in the world, and a nurturing friend to our homeland.
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Virtual Camp Registration—Now Live!
In this unusual summer season, the Eastern Diocese will implement a joint “virtual” program for Hye Camp and St. Vartan Camp that includes learning and fellowship opportunities to reach all ages. The online offerings will replace the Diocese’s traditional camp season, regrettably cancelled in the wake of health concerns from the pandemic.
The Virtual Camp week will run from Sunday, July 26 to Saturday, August 1. There is no cost to register for this program. Click on the following links to view a flyer for Virtual Camp, as well as a sample schedule of activities.
Even though campers, CITs, and Staff will not be able to gather at their beloved Ararat Center or Camp Hickory for camp this summer, the virtual program will offer daily opportunities for youth to gather, pray, learn, and have fun.
To register, click here—and please fill out one registration form per participant.
For details, and to ask questions regarding Virtual Camp, contact Jennifer Morris and Kathryn Ashbahian at diocesanyouthministries@gmail.com.
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Please register your 2020 membership.
Many parishioners have told us that they would appreciate reminders about membership dues. So, this is our first reminder of the year! Please take a look at your checkbook or other records. If you have not yet submitted your membership dues for 2020, now is a great time to send in your 2020 Soorp Haroutiun membership dues. Annual membership dues are $125 per person.
For your convenience, you will find a membership application on the table in the Narthex, which can be dropped off at the Church office. Also, we are accepting your donations by credit card.
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CHURCH DOME REPAIR COMPLETED
Dear Parishioners and Friends,
On behalf of Soorp Harouitun Armenian Church, we are writing to let you know the repairs to the church dome have started. Our church has begun this necessary work because of water leaks.
The project will entail removing the existing facade, current water barrier and flashing. A new water barrier system will be installed, new flashing, façade and larger gutter system. This project is expected to last 4 weeks.
Currently services are being held in the Khatchadourian-Tchobanian Cultural Hall.
The estimated cost of the repairs is $60,000. Donations to help with cost of the repairs will be deeply appreciated. We are looking forward to the completion of the construction with your generous help.
On behalf Soorp Haroutiun Armenian, we would like to thank you in advance for your support. Donations can be mailed to the church at 9274 Winter Garden Vineland Road, Orlando, FL 32836 or dropped off at the church.
Psalms 127:1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.
Sincerely,
Reverend Fr. Paren Galstyan Aram Nazarian
Pastor Parish Council Chairman
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- Sunday, July 5: Divine Liturgy - Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
- Sunday, July 12: Divine Liturgy - Barekendan of the Feast of Transfiguration
- Sunday, July 19: Divine Liturgy - Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord
- Sunday, July 26: Divine Liturgy - Second Sunday after Transfiguration
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Home Blessing
A number of families have invited Fr Paren to bless their homes. Der Hayr’s schedule is flexible to accommodate even the busiest parishioners. Please invite him to your home. You may contact him at the church at 407-876-7732 or cell phone (847) 732-7183. His email address is derparen@gmail.com
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Call during the week to request prayers, hokehankist, visitations to the sick, and house blessings. Please let Church office know if you are planning to have Hokehankist Service. It would be appreciated to have a light lunch or coffee hour following Badarak in memory of the deceased.
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Home or Hospital Bound
As an extended family of St. Gregory, many of our sick, elderly and home bound faithful are unable to attend Church. They may be at home or in the hospital but most importantly: They are not forgotten and we would like to make sure to visit them. If you know of someone who is unable to attend Church or is in need of a pastoral visitation, please inform Fr. Paren directly Email: armenianchurchorlando@gmail.com or call the church office at 407-876-7732.
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Mission of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church
The Mission of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church is to preach the Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ and to proclaim its message of Salvation. This mission is realized through worship, education, witness, service, and a common life in Jesus Christ as expressed in the distinctive faith – experience of the Armenian people. All members of the Armenian Church (both clergy and lay) are called to participate fully in its mission.
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