ISAIAH 61:10-62:9
TMOTHY 2:15-26
JOHN 6:15-21
MORNING SERVICE at 9:30 am
DIVINE LITURGY at 10:30 am
Celebrated by:
REV. HAYARI TANASHIAN
Pastor’s Assistant
Choirmaster: Dn. Shahe Altounian
Organist: Mrs. Sona Artinian
6.15-21
TMOTHY 2 15-26
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. Avoid godless chatter, because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly. Their teaching will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, who have departed from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already taken place, and they destroy the faith of some. Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and, “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.”
In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for special purposes and some for common use. Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be
instruments for special purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work.
Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will..
JOHN 6.15-21
Jesus, knowing that they intended to come and make him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by himself. When evening came, his disciples went down to the lake, where they got into a boat and set off across the lake for Capernaum. By now it was dark, and Jesus had not yet joined them. A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough. When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the water; and they were frightened. But he said to them, “It is I; don’t be afraid.” Then they were willing to take him into the boat, and immediately the boat reached the shore where they were heading.
5 զգայարանքնե-
րու սրբումն է:
Առաջաւորաց Պահ-
քը կը կոչուի նաեւ
Փրկութեան Պահք։
Ներսէս Շնորհալին
կը մեկնէ Առաջա-
ւորք անունը իբր Ա-
ռաջին Պահք, որովհետեւ
FEAST OF ST. SARKIS THE WARRIOR, HIS SON MARDIROS AND HIS FOURTEEN SOLDIERS/COMPANIONS
This year on January 31, the Armenian Apostolic Church celebrates the feast of St. Sarkis the Warrior, his son Mardiros and his fourteen soldiers/ companions. Even though St. Sarkis was of Greek descent, he is one of the most venerated and loved saints of Armenian church. He lived in the 4th century and served in the Roman army during the reign of the Emperor Constantine. St. Sarkis was well respected by the Emperor and his court and was appointed to govern in Cappadocia.
When in 361 Julian the Apostate came to the power, he was determined to revive paganism and Christians were severely persecuted. To avoid the prosecutions St. Sarkis, found refuge in Armenia with his son Mardiros. Later St. Sarkis moved to Persia and served in the army of King Shabur as a commander. As a result of his preachings, many of Sarkis’s soldiers become Christian. But others accused Sarkis in rebelling against the Persian ruler by preaching the Christian faith. King Shabur called Sarkis and asked him to offer a sacrifice to the pagan gods. Sarkis refused, for which the angry mob attacked and killed his son Mardiros. St. Sarkis was arrested and later beheaded. 14 of his loyal soldiers took his body for burial, but they were martyred as well for their devotion to Christian faith.
It is believed, that St. Mesrob Mashtots brought the relics of St. Sarkis from Assyria to Ushi, Armenia. In the place, where his relics rest a monastery bearing his name was built. The feast of St. Sarkis is a movable feast, which is celebrated 2 weeks’ prior the Great Lent. It followes by the Fast of Catechumens.
FOLK TRADITIONS
-There are some folk customs associated with the feast of St. Sarkis.
-On the eve of the feast young people used to eat salty bread before going to bed, hoping to dream of their future groom or bride.
-Some people place a plate full of flour outside, hoping to see the imprint of the hoof of the saint's horse in the morning. According to legend, St. Sarkis flies over the houses with angels, and if the imprint of his horse's hooves is left on the flour, it is considered as a sign of prosperity.
-It was restricted to do laundry, to spin a spindle, work with wool or wash hair. On St. Sarkis' feast day, people in love give each other sweets and cards.
THE FEAST OF ST. SARKIS AS A BLESSING DAY OF YOUTH
By the order of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of all Armenians, the Feast day of St. Sarkis is proclaimed as the day of youth. On St. Sarkis's feast day, a special Liturgy is held in all churches named after him and the youth receive a special blessing.
Requested by
Mr. & Mrs. Arto and Siranus Hacerian
Mr. & Mrs. Arsen and Elsa Hacerian
In Memory of Their Beloved Grandfather
THE LATE ESRAEIL APRAHAMIAN
(Passed away on January 7th in Los Angeles)
Requested by
Mr. Edwin Safari and son, Colin
Mrs. Hasmik Azarian
Mr. & Mrs. Yurik and Caroline Allahdadi and son, Michel
And all members of the Baronian, Azarian, and Safari Families
In Memory of Their Beloved Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, and Relative
THE LATE CHRISTINE BARONIAN
On the 40th day of her passing
Requested by Ms Rose Aharonian
In Memory of Her Beloved Uncle
THE LATE VAHAN KHERBEGUIAN
On the 25th Anniversary of his passing
Requested by Mr. & Mrs. Hrant & Zvart Ketenjian
In Memory of THE LATE TURFANDA KETENJIAN
On the 17th anniversary of her passing
THE LATE REBECCA KETENJIAN
On the 12th anniversary of her passing
As well as
THE LATE AVEDIS KETENJIAN
THE LATE OSANNA KETENJIAN
List of Donations January 17-23, 2025
GENERAL
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CHRISTMAS DONATION
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LOUMA
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IN MEMORY OF THE LATE SILVA BABAOGLU
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THE LATE VAHAN KHERBEGUIAN
Ms Rose Aharonian $100
BELOVED PARENTS
Ms Lucine Terbanjian $150
DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS
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HOLY TRINITY ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH
Vicar of Armenian Church Canadian Diocese and Parish Priest Rev. Archpriest Fr. Zareh Zargarian
Pastor’s Assistant Rev. Fr. Hayari Tanashian
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