SUNDAY, January 31, 2021
Fourth Sunday after the Octave of Theophany
Չորրորդ Կիրակի Յետ Ս. Ծննդեան Ութօրեքի
READINGS OF THE DAY
Isaiah 63:18-64:12, Titus 1:1-11, St. John 7:37-52
Տէր Փառէն Քհն. Գալստյան, Հոգեւոր Հովիւ
Reverend Fr. Paren Galstyan, Pastor
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Covid 19 Guidelines
Dear Friends,
We would like to remind all parishioners who are attending church in person to please continue following the guidance while attending church set by the dioceses during the Pandemic. Please always wear your mask while in the church at all times, use the hand sanitizer station while entering church, keep 6 ft apart in church and in the narthex area, sit in the designated areas in church and do not to enter the church hall. Your continued support is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Soorp Haroutiun Parish Council
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PRAYER OF THE WEEK
Lord, please keep watch over your faithful people and the holy soil of Arstakh and Armenia, now and always. Grant them strength, and lead us together through the present time of trial.
My soul is always in your hands and I place my hope in your Holy Cross, O Heavenly King. May the multitude of your saints intercede on my behalf. You who are patient with everyone, do not neglect me who trusts in you, but keep me in peace with your precious and Holy Cross. Amen.
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Sundays: From 10.30 am to Noon.
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Please register your 2021 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 2021, now is a great time to send in your 2021 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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Thanks to Our 2020 Membership
Rita Arnold, Elisa Azarian, Vagan Babajanian, Leonardo Badiglian, Anton Balasanyan, Arlin & Patricic Baligian, Khacho & Ghoson Bedrossian, Mariam Bezhanyan, Avedis Boornazian, Richard & Linda Boornazian, Dr. Gregory Boyajian, Diran & Anna Chamoun, Liza Derbalian-Coredo, Albert Eckian, Anahid Frangoul, Gregory Chouljian, Yn. Anna Galstyan, Kristina Gerard, Antibas & Suzanne Gumushian, Arman & Suna Hartenyan, Ishkhan Hunanyan, Michael Jefarjian, Hagob & Anais Karadjian, Linda Lowman, Mariia Malovana, Garo Mekhdjavakian, Dr. Artak Mirijanyan, Robert & Siranush Mkrtchyan, Armen Mkrtchyan, Grigor Mkrtchyan, Algis & Varsenig Nakutis, Ropen & Linda Nalbandian, Sargis Navoyan, Aram & Ana Nazarian, Joanne Periera, Ann Barsamian Polasek, George & Barbara Rustigian, Eduard Sarkissian, Rose Sarkissian, John Shahinian, Dr. Michael Tiraturian & Dr. Irina Sarafyan, Drs. Aram & Aida Khachadourian/ Tchobanian, John Tegerian, Alice Tegrarian, Charles Tekesian, Marieta Vausquez, Garabed Veneskahian, Jerome & Lona Youderian, Asnot Zatikyan & Anna Mirijanyan.
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Prayer Requests for Our Faithful
Please keep Margurit Balian, Dee Bargamian, John and Iris Ganimian, John Gumushian, Anahid Frangul, Sargis Katvalyan, Fimi Manguikian, Sarkis Minassian, Varant Movsessian, Talin Mukhjian, Christian Tresppolacios, Anil & Surekha Vaibh, Dr. Aida Khachadourian/Tchobanian, Sabrina Wood, Hratch Xatourian,
Franco Vasquez in your prayers for physical and spiritual health.
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Youth Bible Study this Saturday
Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 5 P.M.
Topic: Youth Bible Study
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/6249377521?pwd=N3k3UzNKZXpQMldlZ3JWMmN6QzJzQT09
Meeting ID: 624 937 7521
Passcode: Church
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Bishop Daniel Voices Concern For Armenia & Artsakh in Letter to New President
In the wake of President Biden’s inauguration as America’s 46th chief executive, Bishop Daniel Findikyan, Primate of the Eastern Diocese, sent a letter to the White House conveying pressing concerns of the Armenian-American community.
Among these, he noted, are ensuring security for Armenia and Armenian communities in the Middle East; the health of our homeland in the aftermath of war and in the midst of the ongoing pandemic crisis; official recognition for Artsakh; and protection of Armenian and Christian heritage sites.
His appeal concluded: “Mr. President, as a man of faith yourself, I know that these concerns of an ancient Apostolic Christian nation are deeply meaningful to you. Please know that in pursuing the above objectives, the Armenian Church of America and its people are eager to support and assist your administration in any way we can.”
To read Bishop Daniel’s letter to President Biden, click here.
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FAR Distributes Aid to Displaced Artsakh Families
Numerous Armenian families displaced from their homes in Artsakh continue to grapple with an uncertain future. The Fund for Armenian Relief is committed to helping such families in this trying time, deploying teams in the field to assist them in their needs for housing, medical attention, and essential items.
The organization recently completed a distribution of 312 packages containing food, hygiene items, and school supplies to 84 Artsakh families that have resettled in Dilijan. Another 266 packages were distributed to 60 Artsakh families that have resettled in Ararat province.
FAR will continue to support families that have lost their homes in Artsakh. As it moves beyond the provision of emergency needs, FAR is exploring how to improve life for Artsakh families in the long-term.
Click the following link to support FAR’s work during this critical time.
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“Strange Orchards, Familiar Fruit"
February 7 / 1:30pm
Through several stories from Aghajanian’s ongoing project, “Dining in Diaspora,” this presentation will explore the Armenian experience in America through food over the last century and the unseen ways in which the genocide, exile, and survival of Armenians impacted and changed culinary heritage in the U.S.
Liana Aghajanian is a journalist based in Detroit and Los Angeles with work published in the New York Times, BBC, The Atlantic, and other outlets. She has reported across the U.S. and internationally. Born in Tehran, she grew up in Los Angeles after coming to the U.S. as a refugee with her family.
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Holyday Lahmajun is Arrived
Dear friends and parishioners. We have Lahmajuns on sell for you available at the Church.
1 dozen - $25
2 dozens - $45
All the profit will go to Artsakh Fund
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
- Sunday, February 7, 2021 – Forth Sunday after Nativity
- Sunday, February 14, 2021 - Great Barekendan – Presentation of the Lord to the Tample
- Monday, February 15, 2021 - Beginning of the Great Lent
- Wednesday, February 17, 2021: Lenten Service and Bible Study at 6.30PM
- Sunday, February 21, 2021 – Sunday of Expulsion
- Wednesday, February 24, 2021: Lenten Service and Bible Study at 6.30PM
- Sunday, February 28, 2021 – Sunday of the Prodigal Son
- Wednesday, March 3, 2021: Lenten Service and Bible Study at 6.30PM
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Prayer Request
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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Help Us to Update Church Directory
Dear parishioners and friends, Parish Council of Soorp Haroutiun Armenian Church is looking more people who can work and prepare the church Directory.
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ALTAR FLOWERS
Altar flowers are a gift to the church. If a family wants to decorate the church with flowers, they are free to do so. If the family needs flowers for the reception hall or cemetery they should make prior arrangements.
Altar flowers donated by Mrs. Marietts Vasquez
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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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The Parish Council of Soorb Haroutiun Armenian Church of Orlando is looking forward to restart the Women's Guild in our church. We are asking those who are ready to help and interested on this to contact our Chairman Mr. John Shahinian or call to church office.
Click here to read more about the Woman's Guild of the Armenian Church of Eastern Diocese
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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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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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