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LOVSAPYR LOOSAPER
Sovrp Bydros Ha3asdanya3x Ygy.yxi
ST. PETER ARMENIAN CHURCH 100 TROY-SCHENECTADY ROAD, PO BOX 196, WATERVLIET, NY 12189
NOVEMBER -DECEMBER 2013
St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church 100 Troy-Schenectady Road
P.O. Box 196 Watervliet, NY 12189
Phone: (518) 274-3673 ~ Fax: (518) 274-3103 E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.stpeterarmenianchurch.com * Join us on facebook *
SUNDAY WORSHIP: Morning Services 9:15 a.m. Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m. sharp OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
DIOCESAN DELEGATES: Edward A. Belemjian Charles Tutunjian 10 Orchard Grove 9 Dyke Road Loudonville, NY 12211 465-3029 Latham, NY 12110 785-9423 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
CHURCH ORGANIZATION CONTACTS : PARISH COUNCIL LIAISON : ACYOA Jrs. Lena Guleserian-Hoglund . . 227-1979 Yervant Kutchukian ACYOA Srs. Jonathan Dadekian . . . . . . . 346-1819 Yervant Kutchukian Armenian School Anahid Altounian . . . . . . . . 463-2625 Charles Tutunjian Bible Study Elsie Vozzy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373-0242 Yervant Kutchukian Choir Director Dn. Rafi Topalian . . . . . . . . 272-2000 Ron Kaiser St. Peter Adult Fellowship Ara Baligian . . . . . . . . . . . . 279-3583 Edward Belemjian Sunday School Yn. Paulette Doudoukjian. . 505-9893 Leon Kaiser Women’s Guild Sharon Foley . . . . . . . . . . . . 427-8594 Breann Parseghian Bookstore Charlotte Sevazlian . . . . . . . 274-6527 John Ekmalian / Paul Moroukian
Rev. Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian, Parish Priest 839 Pearse Road Niskayuna, NY 12309 377-7448 E-mail: [email protected]
Gilbert Chorbajian , Chairman 6011 Baneberry Drive Schenectady, NY 12303 356-5363 E-mail: [email protected]
Yervant Kutchukian, Vice Chairman 2003 Brookview Road Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033 732-7486 E-mail: [email protected]
Willard Martin , Treasurer 90 Wagon W. Trail Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 587-4706 E-mail: [email protected]
John ‘Frenchie’ Ekmalian, Assistant Treasurer 11B Ledgewood Drive Albany, NY 12205 421-1970
Ronald P. Kaiser, Secretary 11 Clove Court Clifton Park, NY 12065 371-2809 E-mail: [email protected]
Breann Parseghian, Assistant Secretary 54 Spruce Street Clifton Park, NY 12065 371-4258 E-mail: [email protected]
Robert Bedian 2 Carol Place Wynantskill, NY 12198 283-9110 E-mail: [email protected]
Leon Kaiser 81 Old Coach Road Clifton Park, NY 12065 383-3266 E-mail: [email protected]
R. Paul Moroukian, Jr. 9 Kimberly Court Niskayuna, NY 12309 785-1766 E-mail: [email protected]
William T. Nevins, Jr. 43 Wolfert Avenue Menands, NY 12204 465-9409 E-mail: [email protected]
Daniel O’Keefe 63 Corrit Drive Delmar, NY 12054 E-mail: [email protected]
Michael Scaringe 26 Bosher Drive Albany, NY 12205 225-4174 E-mail: [email protected]
Website: stpeterarmenianchurch.com
100 Troy-Schenectady Road, P.O. Box 196, Watervliet, New York 12189
Sdy’anos Khn37 Dovdovkjyan5 Hocyvor Howiv Fax: (518) 274-3103
Rev. Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian, Parish Priest Phone: (518) 274-3673
E-mail: [email protected]
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Dear Loosaper Reader,
Over 500 copies of each issue of the St. Peter Armenian Church publication, Loosaper, are currently being distributed free of charge to its recipients. Donations to help defray the costs of publication and distribution are always welcome and appreciated.
Many of the recipients have told us that they look forward to reading each issue and use it to keep abreast of Diocesan and community news and announcements as well as acknowledgement of sacraments and donations. We hope that you too have found it informative and worthwhile.
The Loosaper also is a means of public relations regarding the happenings that go on at our church. We are an active community and provide educational, spiritual and social events for our parishioners and friends.
Staying connected is another plus to the Loosaper. People who have moved out of the area use it to continue to follow the activities of our church family.
If you have an e-mail address and would like to receive the Loosaper by e-mail, if you are not already doing so, please send a message to the church at [email protected] indicating that you wish to receive an electronic version of the Loosaper.
Lastly, we thank you for your continued support and ask that you be as generous as possible. Please use the form on the following page and submit it with your contribution toward Loosaper.
Please note a new donation category! A donation of $500 would dedicate an entire issue of the Loosaper in honor of someone, in memory of a loved one, or to commemorate a special event. Contact the church office for more information.
Another way to support the Loosaper is to place an ad in a single issue or for the entire year. Look for ad rates in the back of this issue.
With your support, we will be able to continue providing this informative and historical record of the St. Peter Armenian Church free of charge to all who wish to receive it.
Sincerely,
Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian and the Loosaper Editorial Staff
All articles must be submitted on a timely basis by following the “Schedule for Publication” listed below:
JANUARY / FEBRUARY SCHEDULE FOR PUBLICATION
Articles Deadline Monday, January 20
Typing and Proofreading Mon, Jan 20 - Thurs, Jan 30
To Printer Thursday, January 30
Mailing Wednesday, February 5
The Loosaper constitutes a vital and an historical record of the life of the St. Peter Church Community. Therefore, it is important to make every effort to preserve and maintain the continuity of this publication. In order to do this, we need help. Any parishioner interested in being a reporter or assisting the editorial staff with this publication should call the church office.
Church Secretary, Lori Payette, is responsible for compiling and typing this issue. A volunteer group performs editorial tasks such as: proofreading, layout, writing, and editing of articles. All materials submitted are subject to editing by the Editorial Staff. The mailing of the Loosaper is also handled by volunteers.
If you find errors in this edition of the Loosaper, please understand that, while perfection is always our goal, it is one that may remain forever beyond our reach! CURRENT VOLUNTEER STAFF:
Editorial: Yn. Paulette Doudoukjian & Joyce Kenosian Photographers: Maria Derian & Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian
Please forward all articles to the church office.
LOOSAPER DONATIONS
There is an outlay of approximately $500 for publishing and mailing each issue of the Loosaper. Any contribution sent to defray part of this cost will be gratefully appreciated. Names of donors and contributions will be listed in the Loosaper, unless we are requested not to do so. Many thanks to the most recent donors who answered our call to help offset the costs of our church publication: $50 - Sarkis & Nancy Kazarian (FL); $20 - Helga Apkarian; $10 - Sharon Pauley.
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When the song of the angels is stilled, When the star in the sky is gone,
When the kings and princes are home, When the shepherds are back with their flock,
The work of Christmas begins: To find the lost,
To heal the broken, To feed the hungry,
To release the prisoner, To rebuild the nations,
To bring peace among all, To make music in the heart.
Howard Thurman
Christmas Services American Christmas Eve Service
Tuesday, December 24, 2013 6:00 p.m.
The Feast of the Nativity and Baptism of Our Lord Jesus Christ
Eve of the Feast of the Nativity and Baptism Sunday, January 5, 2014 Morning Service only 10:00 a.m. Readings from the Old Testament 5:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy 6:00 p.m.
Nativity and Baptism of Our Lord Jesus Christ
Sunday, January 12, 2014 Morning Service 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy & Blessing of the Water 10:00 a.m.
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. . . Rev. Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian
ARMENIAN ANGELS
"Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it." Hebrews 13:2
I recently traveled to Montreal to perform the funeral for Jack Hagop Bardakjian. May God enlighten his soul and grant comfort to his family.
Even in the midst of extreme sadness, there are always rays of God's hope and love that shine through the darkness, but only if we are open to receive it. I experienced a ray of God's light following the funeral as I was heading home to New York.
After Jack Bardakjian's memorial meal, I stopped at a local Armenian store to pick up some delicious goodies for the ride home and then tried to make my way to the highway. I do not speak or read French, so it was tough. After getting lost for about 30 minutes, I decided to stop at a gas station to ask for directions. I saw an SUV truck at a gas pump, so I decided to ask the couple in the truck. The young lady rolled down her window and then the young man got out of the truck and came toward me with a smiling face to give me directions to Highway 15 South. I immediately noticed that he had dark hair, dark eyes and olive skin. I thought to myself, "He looks Middle Eastern or even Armenian, I will ask him what nationality he is.” He finished talking to me and then I said, "What is your background?" He said, "Armenian." I then said, Hye es toon! which means in Armenian, "You are Armenian." This young man went crazy, jumping up and down, smiling, laughing and then, with a huge happy grin, said to his wife in the truck, "He is Armenian!" He then said to me, "You must come to our home, rest before your trip and we will drink Armenian coffee." I hesitated and said nervously, "I have a long trip." However, this smiling young man was persistent with his welcoming offer. I was a bit nervous, for I did not know these people at all, but then a sense of peace came over me, as if God was saying, "Go and visit them." I then said, "Sure, I'd love to have Armenian coffee with you both."
I followed them back to their apartment and they welcomed me into their home. This beautiful young couple made me Armenian coffee, served me delicious food, and even prepared an incredible goodie bag to take with me on the trip home. We laughed, shared stories, and felt like we had known each other for a lifetime. Halfway through my visit, we talked about William Saroyan from Fresno and the husband mentioned Sarayan's poem about when two Armenians come together -- 'See if they do not create a New Armenia." I told him, "That is exactly what we are doing right now." He then realized that and we all laughed and felt the new Armenian creation we had formed. The young couple were beautiful newlyweds. I prayed for them and especially that God grant them children just as beautiful as they are. I felt very comfortable in their presence and in their home, as if it were my own family. They were truly angelic to me. I realized that I was in the midst of Armenian Angels.
This experience reminded me of my summer in Armenia in 1990, where many families would invite me off the street and feed me dinner or lunch and show such beautiful hospitality.
God bless Dikran and Marianne and may the good Lord bless them with children. I do hope that I can meet up again one day with these Armenian Angels. I was truly entertained and blessed by Angels unaware!
“I should like to see any power of the world destroy this race, this small tribe of unimportant people, whose wars have all been fought and lost, whose structures have crumbled, literature is unread, music is unheard, and prayers are no more answered. Go ahead, destroy Armenia . See if you can do it. Send them into the desert without bread or water. Burn their homes and churches. Then see if they will not laugh, sing and pray again. For when two of them meet anywhere in the world, see if they will not create a New Armenia.” -- William Saroyan
Fr. Stepanos
Parish Council Message
It’s been a busy fall at St. Peter Armenian Church and there is much to look forward to on the horizon.
On the heels of another successful fundraising effort, we recently repainted the sanctuary and vestibule areas, replaced the existing lights with energy-efficient bulbs, recaulked the stained glass windows, and applied a finish to the ceiling to help preserve the wood. This work, which was completed in October, has dramatically improved the appearance of the Church.
Before the paint was dry on the renovation project (literally!), we celebrated the 114th Anniversary of St. Peter Armenian Church with a dinner held in the Gdanian Auditorium. More than 100 parishioners and friends turned out for a wonderful evening in which we celebrated the memory and spirit of our beloved Der Garen. A special mortgage-burning ceremony was also held at the dinner to mark the closing of the campaign for the building expansion project.
And now, as hard as it is to believe, Thanksgiving is almost here. The holiday will be followed quickly by the annual Holiday Bazaar hosted by the Women’s Guild which takes place December 7-8. As with the Annual Church Festival in June, volunteers are critical to hosting a successful event. So if you can spare a couple of hours on December 7 or 8, please contact Holly Dadekian to see how you can help. If you can’t volunteer, please try to stop by for lunch or dinner and stock up on some delicious baked goods for the holidays.
Lastly, on Sunday, December 15 we will be hosting a Special Parish Assembly to discuss Der Stepanos' housing situation. Unlike a general assembly, this topic will be the only item on the agenda, so it will be a very focused discussion. Lunch will also be provided.
All dues-paying members of the parish are encouraged to attend. Look for additional information about the assembly in the mail.
Have a wonderful holiday season, and I look forward to seeing you in Church in the coming weeks.
Gilbert Chorbajian
Parish Council Chairman
being held
Sunday, December 15, 2013 following services
♦ All parishioners are invited to attend and participate. Lunch will be
provided. ♦ All dues-paying members (in good standing for 2012) will be asked
to vote on the agenda topic. Contact the church office if you have
questions about your 2012 dues account.
All Written reports
from the various
Church organizations
for printing in the
Annual Report should
be submitted to the
church office by the
end of January.
Financial reports
should also be
submitted by the end
of January.
is being held
Sunday, March 2, 2014 following services
♦ All parishioners should make every effort to attend and participate
in the meeting. ♦ All dues-paying members (in good standing for 2013) are
encouraged to vote. Contact the church office if you have questions
about your 2013 dues account.
Year-end reports
Photo Gallery . . . Photo Gallery . . .
Baptism of Nova Elizabeth Chamoun, daughter of
Raffe and Jamie Chamoun, October 20.
Parish Council Chairman, Gil Chorbajian, and Toros Shamlian prepare for ‘Mortgage Burning’ ceremony during the 114th Church Anniversary celebration, October 19.
Reyna Tutunjian, Tanya Tutunjian, and Nora Derian prepare for dance performance at the
Church Anniversary celebration.
Godparents, Dn. Garo & Maria Derian.
. . . Services, Programs & Events . . . Services, Programs & Events
Our future Deacons! Candle Holders and Altar Servers’ class participants, and leaders.
What’s the church secretary (above) doing in the kitchen ?
Answer: Assisting Fr. Stepanos demonstrating his pizza-making skills at the Adult Fellowship luncheon, October 2.
More of the St. Peter Armenian Church faithful flock (above). With Thanksgiving right around the corner, who can blame them for wanting to come into the church through the back door?
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Church Organization News
Women’s GuildWomen’s GuildWomen’s GuildWomen’s Guild
As you read this article, preparations for the 2013 Women’s Guild Holiday Bazaar will be in full swing. The Bazaar Coordinators, Yn. Paulette Doudoukjian and Holly Dadekian, are looking forward to a successful and fun time for everyone involved. I’m hoping you’ll get the best present this holiday season by being present and volunteering your time and talent on December 7 & 8!! Refer to the flyer in this issue for more information on the Holiday Bazaar.
On Sunday, November 10, the Women’s Guild held their annual General Membership Meeting. A special thank you to Gil Chorbajian and the Parish Council for preparing a delicious luncheon for us. We all enjoyed watching the men at work in the kitchen - maybe a little too much!! After an opening prayer by Der Stepanos, we began the meeting by thanking outgoing Executive Committee members Holly Dadekian, Nectar Derian, Yn. Paulette Doudoukjian, Helena Ekmalian, Nelli Sargsyan-Pittman and Adrina Tutunjian for all their tireless efforts on behalf of the Executive Committee and the Guild as a whole. We then accepted nominations for the 2014 slate for election to fill those vacancies to complete the standing Executive Committee. The full Executive Body for 2014 is as follows: Alice Chorbajian, Holly Dadekian, Valerie Demarest, Yn. Paulette Doudoukjian, Sharon Foley, Alice McMullan, Sonya Moroukian, Mary Panjarjian and Carol Tutunjian. We also had a brief discussion regarding the 2014 Women’s Guild Assembly which will be held in New York City in May. After polling the membership in attendance, Valerie Demarest and Mary Panjarjian expressed an interest in representing St. Peter Church. The Executive Committee elected Sharon Foley and Mary Panjarjian as the 2014 WG delegates.
Please mark your calendar and “save the date” for the Women’s Guild Christmas Party to be held on Sunday, January 12, 2014. More information will follow, so check your weekly bulletin.
IT’S NOT A BOY! IT’S NOT A GIRL! . . . . . IT’S A COOKBOOK!! AND IT’S BEEN DELIVERED! Get your copy soon by contacting
the church office at (518) 274-3673, Women’s Guild Treasurer Valerie Demarest at (518) 427-8594,
completing and returning the order form in the back of this issue, or purchase copies at the upcoming Holiday Bazaar.
Just in time for the gift-giving season! (For more information on this newly published cookbook, see the Press Release in this issue.)
Sharon Foley
Women’s Guild Chairman
St. Peter Church BookstoreSt. Peter Church BookstoreSt. Peter Church BookstoreSt. Peter Church Bookstore The holidays are approaching quickly and, as we all know, it is a hustle and bustle time of year for us all. We will celebrate with parties and decorating and, yes, gift-giving too. When doing your holiday shopping for family and loved ones, friends and co-workers, or teachers and students, visit the St. Peter Church Bookstore and give a gift that shows your love of your Armenian faith, culture and heritage.
The Bookstore will be prominently featured at the upcoming Holiday Bazaar sponsored by the Women’s Guild on December 7 & 8. Many new items will be in stock for your gift-giving pleasure including pottery, ornaments and gift items directly from Armenia, inspirational cross bracelets, Armenian music and Liturgy CDs, books, and so much more. Browse our wonderful selection at the Bazaar and fill your Christmas shopping list while enjoying this wonderful event.
If you know of venues for obtaining items of interest for the Bookstore at wholesale or reasonable costs, please contact Charlotte Sevazlian via email at [email protected] to share this information. Thank you.
Charlotte Sevazlian, Bookstore Coordinator
POPULAR RECIPES SHARED IN NEWLY-PUBLISHED ARMENIAN COOKBOOK
Women’s Guild of St. Peter Armenian Church in Upstate, NY, produces beautiful cookbook of Armenian favorites
WATERVLIET, NY – The women of the St. Peter Armenian Church in Watervliet are known throughout the Diocese for their outstanding and flavorful cooking. With that in mind, the Women’s Guild Executive Committee of the church commissioned a cookbook with tried-and-true, popular Armenian recipes.
More than 200 collected recipes comprise the beautifully designed, hardcover, spiral-bound book. Women from the parish submitted their family favorites, from breads and breakfast to desserts and all in-between. In addition, there is also a section of Women’s Guild specialties in bulk quantities such as cheoreg (rolls), rice pilaf, bulgur dolma (stuffed peppers), kadayif (cream-filled shredded phyllo), and tahin hatz (Lenten bread).
Eight tabbed sections make up the book. Each tab divider is uniquely designed with the Armenian tricolor and lettering describing the section. The artwork for the entire book – including the attractive, full-color cover that highlights both the foods and parish – was created by graphic artist and Women’s Guild member, Sonya Moroukian.
The six-member cookbook committee -- consisting of Valerie Demarest, Sharon Foley, Lucy Morton, Nellie Sargasyan-Pittman, Charlotte Sevazlian, and Dolly Shamlian -- worked nearly a year on this publication and is proud to have it released in time for the gift-giving season.
The book also contains a dedication to all those women, both living and deceased, who gave of their time, energy and talents for the benefit of St. Peter Armenian Church; a brief history of the St. Peter Women’s Guild; a poem written by Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian; and Armenian culinary terms. Towards the back of the book, there are also helpful kitchen and cooking tips.
“I believe that this well-thought-out and beautifully-designed cookbook will be a favorite for generations to come,” shared Women’s Guild Chairwoman, Sharon Foley. “It will make the perfect gift for the holidays and other special occasions.”
These newly-published cookbooks are available for $20 each plus $5 shipping and handling. Mail your check, payable to the St. Peter Women’s Guild, to P.O. Box 196, Watervliet, NY 12189. Cookbooks will also be available for sale on December 7 & 8 at the annual Holiday Bazaar sponsored by the Women’s Guild. For more information, e-mail [email protected] or call the church office at 518-274-3673.
In 1997, the St. Peter Women’s Guild also published a cookbook, “Flavors from Our House on the Hill,” that included both Armenian and non-Armenian recipes. This new cookbook is the 100th anniversary edition to commemorate the Women’s Guild 1914 establishment in this parish community.
St. Peter Church ChoirSt. Peter Church ChoirSt. Peter Church ChoirSt. Peter Church Choir New choir members are always welcome and encouraged to join the St. Peter Church Choir. God doesn't care whether or not you have a beautiful singing voice. So come and join us as we lift our voices in the timeless music of our Holy Badarak. You'll be glad you did! Questions and comments about the choir are always welcome and appreciated and can be directed to Choir Director, Rafi Topalian, at (518) 272-2000 or (518) 810-5018 or by e-mail at [email protected].
ACYOA JuniorsACYOA JuniorsACYOA JuniorsACYOA Juniors SPORTS WEEKEND: St. Sahag and St. Mesrob Armenian Church hosted the 2013 ACYOA Juniors Fall Sports Weekend in King of Prussia, PA on October 11-14. Seven members of the St. Peter ACYOA Juniors attended the weekend activities: Nora Derian, Rebecca Moroukian, Thomas & Riley Nevins, Ades Shemavon, Peter Topalian, and Tanya Tutunjian. Congratulations to Peter Topalian for winning second place in the advanced chess tournament. Thank you to Arsen Yelegen for attending and also as chaperone as well as to Fr. Stepanos and Charles Tutunjian for providing the transportation.
CHRISTMAS GIFT-GIVING TO THE NEEDY & ACYOA CHRISTMA S LOCK-IN: Again this year, the ACYOA Juniors will visit families in need during the holiday season. They will deliver gifts as they visit the homes bringing Christmas joy and the spirit of love and charity. We ask the members of our community to help with this endeavor by making monetary donations or by donating gift cards to local grocery stores, such as Price Chopper or Hannaford, or department stores, such as WalMart. Please contact Lori or Fr. Stepanos through the church office to offer your assistance to this charitable service project.
All youth, ages 12-18, are encouraged to come and participate in this traditional holiday gift to the community. ACYOA parents and advisors will also be needed to assist.
Thursday, December 12, 5:00 p.m. ~ sorting and wrapping gifts at the church
Friday, December 13, 5:00 p.m. ~ begin delivering gifts to the homes of the needy
Friday, December 13, Christmas Lock-in following gift-giving ~ ACYOA Juniors are invited back to the church for an overnight Lock-in, concluding with breakfast on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m.
CHRISTMAS BALL: The Holy Trinity ACYOA Juniors of Cambridge, MA will host their annual Christmas Ball at the Charles and Nevart Talanian Cultural Hall (145 Brattle Street, Cambridge) on Saturday, December 14, from 8:00 to 11:30 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and there is no admission after 8:30 p.m.. All ACYOA Juniors, ages 12-18 (and still in high school), of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America are cordially invited. The theme is Winter Wonderland Semi-Formal. Cost is $15 per person. Advance reservations are required and can be made by contacting [email protected] by December 9.
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The next gathering of the Book Club, led by Dn. Yervant Kutchukian, will be on Wednesday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. Continuing with November’s selection, the discussion will be on The Reluctant Prophet by Nancy Rue. “The Reluctant Prophet shows how one person’s response to God’s call can change a community forever” (from Amazon). Check your local libraries and bookstores or visit Amazon.com or Barnesandnoble.com for availability.
Adult FellowshipAdult FellowshipAdult FellowshipAdult Fellowship Our Executives have settled into our year-end winding down mode. The club does not meet during the months of January and February due to probable inclement weather conditions. It is difficult to cancel and reschedule plans, meals, etc.
Again this year, our monthly luncheon in October featured Der Stepanos and his professional culinary staff (aka Lori Payette) to provide his artistic talents in spinning and preparing Pizza Pies ala “Gregory.” Beatrice Arzoumanian, our foremost Armenianophile, provided a DVD which recorded the activities of a group of Armenians celebrating “ARMENIAN CULTURE” aboard a Caribbean Cruise Oh. to be young again, dancing and frolicking to Near Eastern jazz!
Our November luncheon was our traditional Thanksgiving meal with turkey and all the trimmings prepared by our “Varbed” chef Ed Belemjian, aided and abetted by Sandy and Russ Kilidjian and Lucy Morton. Our decorating committee, Grace Koshgarian and Carol Mattozza, provided the appropriate décor and table settings for the occasion. The group also enjoyed watching and discussing a video on Colonial Williamsburg depicting the Colonial life in Virginia during the 1700’s and the efforts to become independent from British rule.
We will celebrate the Christmas season with a luncheon at the Desmond on Wednesday, December 4. This has become a tradition for our club, enjoying a bountiful and delicious buffet, with seasonal musical selections provided by Ed Kebabjian.
We wish our friends and neighbors the best of health, happiness and good cheer for the rest of 2013 into 2014 and beyond.
Martin Kenosian, Secretary
Sunday SchoolSunday SchoolSunday SchoolSunday School On Sunday, November 17, following services, the St. Peter Sunday School staff and students hosted a very successful Spaghetti Dinner for the parish community. The students learned how, by serving others such as providing the community with this luncheon, is indeed ‘Serving the Lord with Gladness’ (Psalm 100:2).
Adult Bible StudyAdult Bible StudyAdult Bible StudyAdult Bible Study I have been thinking about various people in Scripture who brought God pleasure because of who they were and how they lived. Today, Noah came to mind so I thought I would say a little about him.
When you mention the name Noah, most people identify him with building an ark. I would like to share a little about Noah's character. Genesis 6:9 says, "Noah was a righteous man, blameless among his contemporaries; Noah walked with God." From this verse we can see the contrast between Noah and his generation. He lived in a time when people were out of touch with God and their behavior is described as wicked.
What does walking with God look like in a person’s life? When you look at the world around you, does it appear to you that most people are walking with God?
People who daily choose to walk with God stand out. They don't follow the crowd; they follow the leading of the Holy Spirit; they spend time with God daily in prayer and reading scripture; they go to church whenever possible; they are quick to forgive when they are wronged; they use their God given talents to serve others; and they obey the command that Jesus gave to love one another. This is what an authentic walk with God could look like in a person’s life.
It comforts my heart to know that God did not create us to be independent of Him, but rather dependent upon Him. He created us to need Him, to fellowship with Him, and to enjoy Him forever.
I hope Noah's example will inspire all of us to make a daily decision to walk with God. Oh, how much we need Him!
The Adult Bible Study class meets every other Friday morning at 10:15 a.m. in the Gdanian Auditorium. The class meetings in December are scheduled be held on December 6 & 20. Coffee and refreshments are provided along with a warm welcome.
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Baptisms Aren Varoujan Jerian , son of Vartan & Kathryn (Basal) Jerian on September 28, 2013. Godfather, John A. Jerian; Godmother, Robin Jerian; Celebrant, Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian.
Nova Elizabeth Chamoun, daughter of Raffe & Jamie (Moorehead) Chamoun on October 20, 2013. Godfather, Garo Derian; Godmother, Maria Derian; Celebrant, Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian.
Sophie Lynn Buff, daughter of John & Alyson (Chorbajian) Buff on November 9, 2013. Godfather, Gilbert Chorbajian; Godmother, Bridgette Chorbajian; Celebrant Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian.
Funerals Andrew Nazarian, Sr. entered his eternal rest on October 16, 2013. He is survived by two sons, Andrew (Dianna) Nazarian, Jr. and John (Patricia) Nazarian; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two brothers, John (Sonya) Nazarian and Gregory (Marjorie) Nazarian; three sisters, Dorothy Giunta, Marian (Alex) Arghanian and Lucy Krikorian; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service was conducted by Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian on October 21.
William T. Nevins, Sr. entered his eternal rest on November 19, 2013. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Betty Jane (Avakian) Nevins; two sons, John Berj (Karen) Nevins and William T. (Claudine) Nevins, Jr.; a daughter, Lenore Marie Parise Nevins; five grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Dr. A. Nancy Avakian; a nephew; and several nieces. A memorial service was conducted by Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian on November 23.
Karasoonk (40-Day Memorial) September 29, 2013 Birj Deckmejian - requested by James & Mary Kalteux.
October 13, 2013 Mary Nazarian Patoukian - requested by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Nazarian; Mr. & Mrs. David Lloyd & Family; Mr. & Mrs. Steven Sawyer & Family (NH).
October 20, 2013 Philip J. Natcharian - requested by Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Natcharian and children, Christopher, Ryan & William (CT); Michael Natcharian; Alice Wildman; Martin & Janice Toomjian; Haig Soultanian; Anahid Ounanian; Richard & Sonia Matulewicz (RI); Jason, Ari, Sara & Ani Gomez (RI); Randy & Debbie Zareski and children, Amanda & Jordan; Edward Belemjian & Family; Toros Shamlian, Jr.; Linda & Herb Chorbajian; Linda Simidian; Donna Quinn.
November 10, 2013 Patricia Ambrozak - requested by Susan & Leon Kaiser.
Dareleetz (First Anniversary) November 10, 2013 Martin Kavoukian - requested by Doris Kasarjian Kavoukian (CA); J.J.
Christopher & Tiffany Kasarjian; Michael, Linda & Marissa Kavoukian; Nazar H. Ashjian, Jr. (CA); Edward Stepanian & Family (AZ); Clare Schisa; Mr. & Mrs. George McNeff; George & Cathy Mahserjian; Jacqueline & Meredith Prince; Ralph Vartigian & Family; Dennis Onado (CA).
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September 29, 2013 John Barsamian (Tenth Anniversary); Virginia Barsamian—requested by James & Mary Kalteux.
Satenig Nakeshjian; Mildred Quinones Schilo - requested by the Quinones Family.
Adam J. Simonian (Ninth Anniversary); Jennifer A. Simonian; Simonian Family Members - requested by Barbara & Brian Olesen.
October 13, 2013 Seeroon Gitjian; Arce Jerian; Saued, Lousagen, Ovsanna, and Alez - requested by Leza Vartan & Tervanda Karayan.
October 20, 2013 Our Faithful Departed Forefathers and Benefactors of St. Peter Armenian Church for whom Church Memorials have been established. (Names are listed on separate page.)
Sarah Natcharian (Twelfth Anniversary) - requested by Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Natcharian and children, Christopher, Ryan & William (CT); Michael Natcharian; Haig Soultanian; Anahid Ounanian; Richard & Sonia Matulewicz (RI); Jason, Ari, Sara & Ani Gomez (RI); Randy & Debbie Zareski and children, Amanda & Jordan; Edward Belemjian & Family; Toros Shamlian, Jr.; Linda & Herb Chorbajian; Linda Simidian.
Arshag (Archie) Soultanian (Fourth Anniversary) - requested by Randy & Debbie Zareski and children, Amanda & Jordan; Scott & Cindy Secor and children, Alexis, Austin & Logan; John & Laura Soultanian & Family (FL); Steven Soultanian and children, Zachary & Nicole; Haig Soultanian; Richard & Sonia Matulewicz (RI); Jason, Ari, Sara & Ani Gomez (RI); Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Natcharian and children, Christopher, Ryan & William (CT); Michael Natcharian; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Bedian.
Gorken Melikian (Twentieth Anniversary) - requested by Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Natcharian and children, Christopher, Ryan & William (CT).
Vardui Rosalia Chazizian (Twelfth Anniversary) - requested by Irina, Edward, Guerman, Felix, Filipp & Mia Ermolenko.
Martin Kavoukian - requested by Doros Kasarjian Kavoukian (CA).
October 27, 2013 Azniv Hamalian (Second Anniversary); Shahe Panjarjian (Sixth Anniversary); Hamalian & Panjarjian Family Members - requested by Mary & Ara Panjarjian; Ani & Sarkis Khatcherian & Family (FL); Mr. & Mrs. George Mahserjian.
Gerry Orcutt, Sr.; Aroxy Orcutt; Gerry Orcutt, Jr. - requested by Marian Varteresian & Family (MA).
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October 13, 2013 Sonia Hachigian and Isabel Krempa in memory of Sarkis Hachigian (Seventh Anniversary).
October 20, 2013 The Asador & Sarah Kenosian Endowment Fund on the occasion of the 114th Anniversary of St. Peter Armenian Church.
November 10, 2013 Susan & Leon Kaiser in memory of Patricia Ambrozak.
Altar Candles
October 13, 2013 Sonia Hachigian and Isabel Krempa in memory of Sarkis Hachigian (Seventh Anniversary).
October 20, 2013 Mr. & Mrs. Charles Chorbajian and Herb & Linda Chorbajian in memory of Ghevont Chorbajian.
DECEASED CLERGY OF THE PARISH: REV VAHRAM MISIRLIAN, VERY REV DRIPOUN BEDZAKIAN, VERY REV LEVONT MARTOOGESSIAN, VERY REV DIRYRE MARKARIAN, REV BEDROS VARTANIAN, REV SAHAG DERBEDROSIAN, VERY REV STEPAN VARTANIAN, REV YEGHISHE KALCHUNJIAN, REV NISHAN PAPAZIAN, REV YEGHISHE KASPARIAN, REV LEVONT PAROUNAGIAN, REV VAHAN GULDALIAN, REV VARTAN DERASSADOURIAN, ARCHBISHOP PAPKEN VARJABEDIAN, VERY REV MESROB SEMERJIAN ARCHBISHOP HMAYAK INTOYAN REV GAREN GDANIAN DEACONS & CHOIR MEMBERS: MARY KIZIRIAN, GARY URAM, HAROUTYOUN MINASSIAN, JACK GULDALIAN, LUCY HACHIGIAN OHANIAN, CHARLES OUNJIAN, MARY HACHIGIAN, ROSEMARY KAPRIELIAN KRIKORIAN, ALICE KARAGEOZIAN, ELIZABEL GOEBEL, VERGINE OHANESIAN, HARRY VARTIGIAN, ROSE GULDALIAN, NEVART VARTANESIAN KOUZOUIAN, SHAHE PANJARJIAN, ADRENA URAM, SETA DEGERMENJIAN, ANTRANIG MALKONIAN ARMENIANS OF AINTAB ALICE & DICKRAN AMMIAN SARKIS & BEATRICE ARAKEL ROBERT & MARY ASADORIAN BERJ & PARIS AVAKIAN HARRY, JOHN, MARGARET, BERTHA & ALBERT AVAKIAN KARNIG & SIRARPI BABIKIAN GEORGE A. BAKER JOHN BALIAN VARTAVAR & ARAM BALIAN YERVANT & ARCHALOUYCE BARONIAN JACOB & MARY BELEMJIAN VIRGINIA C. BELEMJIAN LEO BUCHAKJIAN & MARGARET (BUCHAKJIAN) WILSEY VAHAN & BERNICE BUCHAKJIAN SETH & VICTORIA CHICHAKIAN GHEVONT & ANNA CHORBAJIAN KENNETH CHORBAJIAN DICRAN & MARY DERARAKELIAN ARSEN & MAKROUHI DEROHANNESIAN PAUL DEROHANNESIAN FLORENCE DERATZIAN AVAKIAN & LEONA DERATZIAN VIRGINIA M. & JAMES DICHIAN HAGOP & AZNIV DJEHIZIAN MIREILLE DJEHIZIAN AVAK, HACHADOOR, AZNIV & MARY ESSEPIAN RICHARD S. & SARAH FARASHIAN HARRY, JOHN & ARMENAG GAROOGIAN GAROOGIAN & MEGERDICHIAN FAMILIES SIRAGAN & AROUSIAG GERAGOSIAN ANGEL & HRANT GEVREKIAN STEPHAN, MARIAM & OHANESS GHAZARIAN EDWARD HARTUNIAN JOSEPH HARTUNIAN LYNNE C. HARTUNIAN HARAZAD & NECTAR HRACHIAN
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SARKIS & SIRANOUSH JABIAN MARY JAFFARIAN JOHN & HALINA (LIPINSKI) KACHARIAN HENRY & ANNA (KENOSIAN) KAISER JOHN & NEVART KARIAN DICRAN & ARSHALOOS KASPARIAN ANDREW & SARAH KAZANJIAN KAPRIEL & AGHAVNI KAZANJIAN LEO KAZANJIAN ASADOOR, SARAH, SATENIG & GRACE KENOSIAN GREGORY SR, KATHRYN & GREGORY JR KENOSIAN MARGARET & YERANOS KENOSIAN BAIDSAR & OSKIAN KILIDJIAN MISSAK, AGNES, JOHN, JACK & CHARLES KOCHIAN KRIKOR & ZAKIA KORKUNIAN MICHAEL, MARY, ROSEMARY & GEORGE KOSHGARIAN HAGOP, AZNIV & ROSE KOUMJIAN KARNIG & EDWARD KOURBETIAN HARRY, HELEN & HRANT MARDEROSIAN STEVE & ENZA MATIGIAN PAYLIG & VAHE MEDZMOROUKIAN VARTAN, RACHEL, LOOSAPER & GEORGE MEGHREBLIAN GRACE, THOMAS & JOHN MICHOIAN MIHRAN & ALICE MOORADIAN MARK & ROSANNE MOROUKIAN NICHON & SARAH MOROUKIAN PAUL & ALICE E. MOROUKIAN ROSE MOROUKIAN SARKIS MOROUKIAN NAOMI NATCHARIAN NAZARET & ZAROUHI NATCHARIAN PHILIP & SARAH NATCHARIAN AGHAJAN & VERKINE NAZARIAN SHOUSHANIG & MARDIROS NAZARIAN LUCY OSGANIAN, OSGANIAN & SHEKERJIAN FAMILIES MARGARET PAPARIAN SAVERIO PASCAZIO HAGOP & MARY (NAZARIAN) PATOUKIAN CARNEY & CHARLOTTE POSTOIAN JORGE T. & MARION T. QUIROGA MAYRANUSH & MIHRAN SAATJIAN MARGARET SAKALIAN GEORGE, DAVID & MARTHA SARKISIAN HARRY T. SHAMLIAN TOROS, SR. & MARY SHAMLIAN GARABED SHEPIRTIGIAN HOVONESS, PYLOON, JERRY & SGT. JAMES SIMONIAN JENNIFER & ADAM SIMONIAN LEVON SOGOIAN ADOOR & MARY TABAKIAN HARRY, NOURITZA & ROXY TABLAIAN YEGHISHE & ELIZA TABLAIAN HENRY TALARICO ELIZABETH, DOROTHY, GEORGE, VAHAN & JOHN TAMAMIAN JOHN, ASTGIG & PHILIP TASHJIAN VARTAN G. TELIAN JAMES, VICTORIA & PAUL WAYNE TELLALIAN HOVAGIM & ARMENOUHI THOMASIAN KHOREN & SHOUSHANIG TORIGIAN SETA TOROSSIAN SHAHNAZAR & LUCY TUTUNJIAN ANN VARTIGIAN CECILIA VARTIGIAN, VARTIGIAN & BOYAJIAN FAMILIES LOUSENTAG ZAKARIAN
Fellowship Hour If you, or a member of your family, are celebrating a special event (birthday, anniversary, promotion, retirement, etc.), why not share the joy with your Church Family by donating refreshments for the fellowship hour. You might also wish to do this in memory of a loved one, as a thanksgiving, or just in "fellowship." Please contact the church office to make the necessary arrangements and to reserve the date of your choice.
October 27, 2013 Mary Panjarjian in memory of loved ones.
Gift of Prayer Ministry
“You shall be remembered before the immortal Lamb of God.” Special prayers may be requested for healing, remembrance (in memory of), or special recognition by completing the request form available in this issue or by contacting the church office. Both the person making the prayer request, as well as the one being prayed for, will be remembered. A beautiful "Gift of Prayer" card will be sent as an acknowledgment of the prayer request. Please continue to keep those for whom prayers have been requested in your personal prayers.
September 22, 2013 Tara Atashkian���� - prayers of remembrance as requested by Aram Atashian.
October 6, 2013 Leola Ruzzo - prayers of healing as requested by Isabel Krempa.
October 13, 2013 Howard Hoffman���� and John Sarkis Manuelian���� - prayers of remembrance as requested by Barbara Derian & Richard DeMartino.
November 10, 2013 Margaret Paulsen���� - prayers of remembrance as requested by Barbara Derian.
Anna Pascazio - prayers of healing and restoration as requested by Joyce & Martin Kenosian.
November 17, 2013 Bergenfield High School Class of 1983 - prayers of peace and joy on the occasion of the 30th Anniversary Class Reunion as well as God’s enlightenment for the souls of the departed as requested by Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian. Announcements
Congratulations to Ashley A. Bedian, daughter of Sandra & Robert Bedian, who recently graduated from the University at Albany with a degree in Biology. She graduated from Averill Park High School in 2009 and was a member of the National Honor Society. Best wishes and good luck to Ashley in her future endeavors.
Congratulations also to Bobby Meeson for graduating from Union College in June 2013. Bob is the son of Bob & Shelia Meeson and the nephew of Sharon Pauley.
Special Donations
Donations for the General Fund were received from the following: St. Peter Adult Fellowship ($1,000); Mr. & Mrs. Martin Toomajian ($25).
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Gift of Love DonationsGift of Love DonationsGift of Love DonationsGift of Love Donations Sincere appreciation is extended to those who gave a “Gift of Love” donation in memory of their loved ones and the 114th Anniversary of our Church.
$ 250 Herb & Linda Chorbajian 214 Sonia Hachigian in memory of Hachigian and Stepanian Families 114 Ara Kayayan 200 Winifred Ammian 100 Rosemary Ammian Beatrice Arzoumanian Gerald Arzoumanian Mr/Mrs Charles Chorbajian Rob & Holly Dadekian Marguerite Djehizian Joanne Hartunian Mary & James Kalteux Mr/Mrs Edward Kaprielian Martin & Joyce Kenosian Russ & Sandy Kildijian George & Virginia Mahserjian Mr/Mrs R. Mihran Mooradian Betty & George Osganian 75 Leon & Susan Kaiser 50 George & Elsie Bedrosian Helen Bezjian The Derian Family Ralph & Elizabeth Enokian Yn. Zabelle Gdanian Mr/Mrs Richard Hartunian Mr/Mrs Vartan Jerian Doris Kasarjian Kavoukian (CA) Mr/Mrs Harry Koshgarian H. Khachik & Mary Minassian Alice Sanjian Rotondi Liz & Bob Runnells (ME) Mr/Mrs Charles Tutunjian Kai & Susan Wendt & Family 45 Armenak & Winifred Kutchukian 40 Rev/Mrs Stepanos Doudoukjian & Family 30 Isabel Krempa Slava Kyaruns 25 Edward & Bertha Kazanjian Lucy Krikorian Mary Panjarjian Florence Paparian 20 Aram A. Atashian, Jr. Mrs. Mary Shanks
Total: $3,238
In Lieu of FlowersIn Lieu of FlowersIn Lieu of FlowersIn Lieu of Flowers Donations Donations Donations Donations IN MEMORY OF STEPHEN AZARIAN
$ 5 Betty Avakian New Total: $975
IN MEMORY OF REV. FR. GAREN GDANIAN $100 Edward & Lynn Jamie 75 Rev/Mrs Stepanos Doudoukjian 50 Theodore & Grace Sapino (FL) Rosemary Wieczorek (WI) 25 Rev/Mrs Shahe Altounian (CA)
New Total: $16,021 IN MEMORY OF ANDREW NAZARIAN, SR.
$500 Tioga Downs Racetrack, LLC 200 Gregory & Marjorie Nazarian, Jim & Marion Kehrer & Family, Jay & Kim Ashby & Family (OH) 100 Alex & Marion Arghnian & Families Lucy Krikorian Yankee Doodle Band 75 Saratoga Harness Horsepersons Assoc. 50 Mr/Mrs Philip Gross Mr/Mrs Martin Kenosian Bill Marderosian 25 Mr/Mrs Charles Chorbajian Marie Connelly Ralph & Elizabeth Enokian James & Nancy O’Brien Barbara & Tom Squadere (FL) Dr/Mrs Robert Steiner (SC) Coleen Stevens 20 Shirley & John Avakian George Hachigian & Helena Ekmalian 15 Betty Avakian 10 Ralph Vartigian
Total: $1,465 IN MEMORY OF ALBERT V. PAPARIAN
$ 20 Shirley Avakian New Total: $2,255
Sincere appreciation and acknowledgment is extended to the above-named individuals for their generous memorial donations.
Community News Our condolences to:
The friends and family of Ruth A. Nazarian who entered her eternal rest on November 13, 2013. Ruth is survived by two nieces, Diana (David) Lloyd and Deborah (Steven) Sawyer; a brother, John Dee; a sister, Jackie Ward; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert & Trudy Nazarian; and several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.
The friends and family of Hagop (Jack) Bardakjian (Canada) who entered his eternal rest on November 15, 2013. Hagop is survived by his wife, Hasmik, and their two children, Hrant and Sonia; his parents, Hrant & Alice Bardakjian; a sister, Talin (Setrak) Nalbandian; and a niece and two nephews.
HUDSON RIVER HOLIDAY CRUISE, December 14: In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the AraratYouth & Conference Center, the Board of Directors has planned a New York City harbor cruise for Saturday, December 14, 2013. World Yacht Charters of Pier 81 in Manhattan will host the event on their 160’ climate controlled vessel, the Princess. The evening will be Black Tie optional, and include complimentary bar service, dinner and entertainment. Embarkation will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. The Princess will sail around the city, pass the Statue of Liberty, and return to port at 10:00 p.m. For additional information and ticket sales, please contact Nicholas Durgarian at [email protected].
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, December 4 Adult Fellowship Christmas Luncheon: The Desmond ~ 11:30am St. Gregory of Narek Prayer Group: Conference Room ~ 7:00pm
Friday, December 6 Adult Bible Study Class: Gdanian Auditorium ~ 10:15am Holiday Bazaar Prep Day: Gatnabour (Rice Pudding) ~ 4:00pm Coordinators: Yn. Paulette Doudoukjian & Helena Ekmalian
Saturday, December 7 HOLIDAY BAZAAR: DAY 1 ~ 11:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday, December 8 Family Worship Day HOLIDAY BAZAAR: DAY 2 ~ 12:00 noon - 4:00pm
Wednesday, December 11 Candle Holders’ Class: 5pm Dinner for Candle Holder’s & Altar Servers: 5:45pm Altar Servers’ Class: 6:15pm St. Peter Church Book Club: Conference Room ~ 7:00pm
Sunday, December 15 Special Parish Assembly: Gdanian Auditorium following services
Wednesday, December 18 7 Sacraments Discussion on Penance: Gdanian Auditorium Potluck Dinner ~ 6:00pm Discussion ~ 7:00 pm
Friday, December 20 Adult Bible Study Class: Gdanian Auditorium ~ 10:15am
Sunday, December 22 Requiems in December: Contact church office to arrange
Tuesday, December 24 American Christmas Eve Service: 6:00 p.m.
December 23-January 3 Church Office Closed
Friday, January 3 Adult Bible Study Class: Gdanian Auditorium ~ 10:15am
Sunday, January 5 Armenian Christmas Eve Service: Morning Service only ~ 10:00am Readings from the Old Testament ~ 5:00pm Divine Liturgy ~ 6:00pm
Sunday, January 12 Armenian Christmas Service: Morning Service ~ 9:00am Divine Liturgy ~ 10:00am
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