The Lighthouse Bulletin The Rev. Fr. Shnork Souin, Pastor 70 Jefferson Street Providence, Rhode Island 02908 Tel: 401.272.7712 http://www.stsahmes.org e-mail: [email protected]| [email protected]------------------- Sunday, February 17, 2019 Sunday of the of Catechumens ------------------------------- Morning Service (Keesherayeen & Aravodyan Jham) 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy (Soorp Badarak) 10:00 a.m. Today's Scripture Readings: Isaiah 63:7-18 (Pg. 738); II Timothy 3:1-12 (Pg. 193); John 6:22-38 (Pg. 89) Readers: Allan Kevorkian and Bedros Kevorkian Parish Council Members on Duty: Ernie Shaghalian and Jason Martiesian Nicene Creed: Armenian ----------------------- The Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to John (6:22-38) On the next day the people who remained on the other side of the sea saw that there had been only one boat there, and that Jesus had not entered the boat with his disciples, but that his disciples had gone away alone. However, boats from Tiber'i-as came near the place where they ate the bread after the Lord had given thanks. So when the people saw that Jesus was not there, nor his disciples, they themselves got into the boats and went to Caper'na-um, seeking Jesus. When they found him on the other side of the sea, they said to him, "Rabbi, when did you come here?" Jesus answered them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, you seek me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves. Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to eternal life, which the Son of man will give to you; for on him has God the Father set his seal." Then they said to him, "What must we do, to be doing the works of God?" Jesus answered them, "This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent." So they said to him, "Then what sign do you do, that we may see, and believe you? What work do you perform? Our fathers ate the manna in the wilderness; as it is written, `He gave them bread from heaven to eat.'" Jesus then said to them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, it was not Moses who gave you the bread from heaven; my Father gives you the true bread from heaven. For the bread of God is that which comes down from heaven, and gives life to the world." They said to him, "Lord, give us this bread always." Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life; he who comes to me shall not hunger, and he who believes in me shall never thirst. But I said to you that you have seen me and yet do not believe. All that the Father gives me will come to me; and him who comes to me I will not cast out. For I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will, but the will of him who sent me” Glory to You, O Lord our God!
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The Lighthouse Bulletin The Rev. Fr. Shnork Souin, Pastor
70 Jefferson Street Providence, Rhode Island 02908 Tel: 401.272.7712 http://www.stsahmes.org e-mail: [email protected] | [email protected]
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Sunday, February 17, 2019 Sunday of the of Catechumens
Prayer of the Week In faith I confess and bow down to you, Father and Son and Holy Spirit, uncreated and immortal nature, creator of angels, of
men, and of all things. Have mercy upon your creatures, and upon me, great sinner that I am. Amen. (from the e-newsletter of the
Diocese of the Armenian Church – Eastern)
TODAY’S REQUIEMS (Hokehankist):
Christ, Son of God, forbearing and compassionate, have mercy in your love as our creator, upon the souls of
your servants who are at rest, especially upon the souls of your servants:
- THE SOUL OF THE DEPARTED DONOR of Der Shnork’s new heart, and for consolation for his bereaved family. - SARAH DEMIRJIAN (5 Year Memorial); DR. MARTIN DEMIRJIAN ( 44 Year Memorial); ROBERT DEMIRJIAN; ANDREW KEVORKIAN; MARGARET YAPCHAIAN – requested by their loving family, Susan Kingsley and Family; Gregory Demirjian; Barbara Demirjian; John & Bonica Demirjian; sister Anne Mooradian; George Yapchaian. - JOHN F. DOMBROWSKI (29 Year Memorial) – requested by Mr. Gary Dombrowski; Mr. & Mrs. John W.
Dombrowski, Brian, Kati and Lynn; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Dombrowski and Brett. - JOHN G. MANGASARIAN JR. (10 Year Memorial) requested by Gary, Robert and John W. Dombrowski.
- NOURITZA (ADISHIAN) JAMGOCHIAN (14 Year Memorial); ARDASHES JAMGOCHIAN (44 Year
Memorial) – requested by Martha and Daniel Jamgochian. - NIGOGHOS KALUSTIAN (41 Year Memorial); ARSHALOUS KALUSTIAN (26 Year Memorial) – requested
by Seta Hanoian; Nannette Hanoian; Karen Pfammatter. - JOHN KOJOIAN (50 Year Memorial); ARAXIE KOJOIAN (3 Year Memorial); MARYANN MARDIKIAN (2 Year Memorial) – requested by Mr. & Mrs. Peter Megrdichian; Mr. & Mrs. John Megrdichian and Family; Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Megrdichian and Family. - ROBERT YEREMIAN (28 Year Memorial) – requested by Joyce, Robert and Gregory Yeremian.
- BOGHOS YEHOURIAN (3 Year Memorial); GEOKJIAN and JOUHOURIAN DECEASED FAMILY –
requested by Mrs. Nevere Jehourian; Mr. George Jehourian; Hagop and Elizabeth Jehourian; Emilia and Mason Jehourian. - MARY JANIGIAN (17 Year Memorial) – requested by Mr. & Mrs. Armen & Sonya Janigian; Ara and Sevan; Mr. & Mrs. Mark & Stephanie Kazarian, Rachel & Dana. - MICHAEL AYRASSIAN (16 Year Memorial); LUCY BALLETTO AYRASSIAN (21 Year Memorial) – by their loving son Key Ayrassian.
…for whom we are offering these prayers. Remember them on the great day of the coming of your Kingdom. Make them worthy of your mercy, expiation and the forgiveness of sins. Glorify them and reckon them with the company of your saints at your Right Hand. For you are the Lord of the living and of the dead and to you is befitting glory, dominion and honor, both now and always and unto the ages of ages, Amen.
Parishioners are encouraged to donate altar flowers and/or candles to remember or honor their loved ones. A minimum offering of $50 for flowers and a free-will offering for candles are suggested.
PRAYERS OF HEALING are requested for our beloved Pastor, Der Shnork, Rev. Fr. Krikor Sabounjian, Vicky
TODAY –Altar Flowers have been given today in loving memory Sarah Demirjian by Susan Kingsley and Family.
A Candle offering has been given today in loving remembrance of Iris Kalian on her Birthday by her Family.
A Candle offering has been given today in loving memory of Nigoghos and Arshalouis Kalustian by Seta Hanoian and Family.
Call the Church Office today if you would like to request a Healing Prayer Card from the Church. The forms are also available on our website. The name will be remembered in prayer by the Pastor during Divine Liturgy.
Parish Member Dues - Take advantage of the many payment options in the new year. Pay by check or by credit card in full or in part – weekly, monthly, or quarterly. You can pay securely online through PayPal on the church website (stsahmes.org) using the dues & stewardship donation button. Membership dues are $175 ($125 for seniors, $100 ages 18-24). Become a steward of the church by contributing beyond dues as part of the Stewardship Program. Existing members’ dues must be received by Dec. 31, 2019 and new members by June 30 to vote at the Parish Assembly on February 23, 2020. OFFICE ASSISTANT POSITION - This part-time 27.5 hour per week position serves as the main face and voice of
the Church, except on Sundays and other worship situations. A candidate must be able to perform standard administrative
duties with limited supervision and adhere to the mission and ministry of the Armenian Orthodox Church. Strong
interpersonal and organizational skills are required. Bi-lingual (Armenian/English) is preferred but not required. For
more information and a complete job description please contact Jason Martiesian at [email protected] or
401.339.9750.
Our Church would like to form a SOCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE to work on visiting and compiling a list of names of parishioners in nursing homes, visiting people at home after a loved one has passed away and greeters in Church. If you are interested, please contact the Church Office at (401) 272-7712.
Diocese Now Accepting Scholarship Applications - Applications for Diocesan scholarships are now available
online. The application deadline for the 2019-20 academic year is May 17, 2019.Each year the Diocese awards scholarships to
promising youth who are headed to college. The Diocese seeks students who are active in their local parishes and have assumed
leadership roles in their communities. For information, contact Maria Barsoumian at (212) 686-0710 . For scholarship application go
to https://armenianchurch.us/scholarships/
The Scholarship Committee of Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Armenian Church, is pleased to announce that applications are now available for the Charles Yaghoobian, Jr. Scholarship Grants for 2019. Scholarship Grants will be awarded to qualified members of all three Armenian Churches in RI. Applicants must be dues paying members of their church. Scholarships are limited for up to 3 years only. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for consideration. For an application and a list of eligibility requirements you may contact: Nathalie Yaghoobian,353-2488. Deadline to submit completed application & all documentation is April 1, 2019.
Daughters of Vartan, Aik Otyag #10, Providence Chapter encourages High School seniors to apply for a
$1000 Scholarship. This will be awarded to a qualified student of Armenian descent who resides in Rhode
Island (or has a close relative who is a member of this chapter but lives out of state) and will be attending an
undergraduate program at an institution of higher learning as a full time student. Applications must be
postmarked by May 10, 2019. For further information and application you may contact Naomi Thovmasian
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LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR REMINDER- Remember your non-perishable food donations for Mary House food
pantry. Items that move very quickly and are needed the most - tuna, peanut butter, jelly, soups and rice. They also need
personal care toiletries such as tooth paste, tooth brushes, shampoo & conditioner, deodorant etc. As always thanks so
much for supporting Mary House. For info., contact Joyce Avedisian (935-1815). Next Meal Kitchen date: April 15 and
SUNDAY SCHOOL DRIVE – Products for human dignity. Sunday School students collect various hygienic products
to be distributed to the needy at Mary House and homeless shelters or when someone approaches our church for help.
Collection containers are located in the church hall. Please consider donating any of the following items: tooth brushes,
toothpaste, mouth wash, toilet peper and Kleenex, soap and shampoo, hand sanitizers and deodorants, wipes. These
products provide the necessities of life that we take for granted. Did you know that government assistance programs do
not cover personal care products, leaving many without access to these basic products? Please help us meet the needs of
our neighbors!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February 24 – Annual Parish Assembly will take place on Sunday, February 24 following church services at 12:30 p.m. There will be a light lunch provided. Your attendance and participation in the Annual Parish Assembly is valued and is a tangible sign of your love and stewardship of our Church. Please save the date and plan to attend.
POON PAREGENTAN FAMILY CELEBRATION (Day of Good Living) Sunday, March 3rd following church services. Students: Free – Adults: $10. Highlights: Lunch, Children’s Activities, Balloon Man, Face Painting, Nazeli Dance Group. Sponsored by Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Sunday School & CEAB. Proceeds to “The First Thousand Days” combating child malnutrition in Armenia administered by FAR. Contact Martha Jamgochian (401-723-3344) or the church office (401-272-7712) for questions or reservations.
Meet the Doctors! The Cultural Committee of the Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Armenian Church, Providence, Rhode Island proudly present a special series of programs: “Meet with Armenian Doctors—Questions and Answers”. We invite everyone to avail themselves of the wonderful opportunity to meet with our Armenian Doctors. Learn about keeping healthy! Save the dates !! Sunday, March 17, 2019, 12:30 p.m. - Dr. Robert Janigian, Ophthalmologist Future Dates- April 7, May 5, June 23, September 22 and October 20. All Sessions to be held at: Hanoian Hall, 70 Jefferson Street, Providence, RI, 02908 Free admission. Call 401.272 7712—Church office, or e-mail: [email protected] for information
Weekly Schedule
Mondays (Except Holidays) Seniors 10:00 a.m. Wednesday evening - Jr. Choir, Nazeli Dance Group starting January 30, Saturdays - Arts Education Program and Armenian School Sunday - Sunday School FEBRUARY 24 Annual Parish Assembly following the Divine Liturgy MARCH 3 Sunday School Poon Parekentan Celebration after church 17 Meet the Doctors Questions & Answers, 12:30 pm. Following services. With Dr. Robert Janigian 21 Armenian Martyrs Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. 24 Sunday School mid-Lenten Luncheon proceeds for Annual Lenten Drive 30 Saintly Women’s Day sponsored by the Women’s Guild. Details to be announced. ARMENIAN RADIO HOUR - Sundays 9-10 a.m. WARL 1320 AM ARDZAGANG (ARMENIAN TV) - Statewide Cable Interconnect, Ch 13 (A), Thursday 8:30-9:30 a.m.
2019 ST. VARTAN CAMP (Registration starts January 15, 2019):Session A: June 30 – July 13; Session B: July 14 – 27, Session C: July 28 – August 10 If a parent is a memberof Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Armenian Church & your child qualifies, you are eligible for scholarships up to 100%!
St. NersessSeminary is proud to continue its long history of hosting summer conferences for high school students and college students. This year, we are adding an adult conference and bringing back a winter conference for college students. Summer Conference Dates: Adult Conference (New), June 6-9, Deacons’ Training Program, June 28-July 7, High School Conference, July 26-August 4, College Winter Conference, January 2-6, 2020. Registrations will be open soon. For more information please e-mail [email protected].
For Information about Camp Nubar, sponsored by AGBU, go to https://www.campnubar.org
