FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST FEAST OF DISCOVERY OF ST. MARY’S RELIQUARY
SYNAXIS READINGS
Isaiah 2.5-11
Rom. 8.31-10.4
Matthew 13.24-30
Morning Service at 9:30 am
Divine Liturgy at 10:30 am
Celebrant
Rev. Archpriest Fr. Zareh Zargarian
Vicar and Parish Priest
Choirmaster Dn. Shahe Altounian
Organist Mrs. Sona Artinian
ROMANS 9.30-10.4
What then shall we say? That the Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, have obtained it, a righteousness that is by faith; but the people of Israel, who pursued the law as the way of righteousness, have not attained their goal. Why not? Because they pursued it not by faith but as if it were by works. They stumbled over the stumbling stone. As it is written:
“See, I lay in Zion a stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall, and the one who believes in him will never be put to shame.”
Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for theIsraelites is that they may be saved. For I can testify about them that they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge. Since they did not know the righteousness of God and sought to establish their own, they did not submit to God’s righteousness. Christ is the culmination of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.
MATTHEW 13.24-30
Jesus told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away. When the wheat sprouted and formed heads, then the weeds also appeared.
“The owner’s servants came to him and said, ‘Sir, didn’t you sow good seed in your field? Where then did the weeds come from?’
“‘An enemy did this,’ he replied.
“The servants asked him, ‘Do you want us to go and pull them up?’
“‘No,’ he answered, ‘because while you are pulling the weeds, you may uproot the wheat with them. Let both grow together until the harvest. At that time, I will tell the harvesters: First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles to be burned; then gather the wheat and bring it into my barn.’”
տան ու զայն փոխելով
գլխաշորին սնտուկին
հետ կը վերցնեն եւ շի-
տակ Կ. Պոլիս կը բերեն
եւ
յանձնեն Պատրի-
արքին:
Լեւոն
կայսեր օրով (457-474)
մէծ թափօրով ու պատ-
FEAST OF DISCOVERY OF ST. MARY’S BOX
This Sunday, the Armenian church is celebrating one of the 8 feasts, that Armenian church dedicated to the Holy Mother of God: The Feast of Discovery of St. Mary's Reluqiary, in which she kept her veil. According to tradition, while on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, two Greek princes came across to an astounding discovery. In one of the villages in Galilee, they saw many people gathered at a Jewish woman's house, where was a box with miraculous power of healing. The brothers arranged for an imitation box to be made and switched it with the box of the Holy Mother. They returned to Constantinople and presented it to the Patriarch. They were received with a celebration and the box was placed in the Cathedral dedicated to the Holy Mother Mary. The Patriarch then established the Feast of the Discovery of St. Mary’s Box.
The celebration of the Discovery of the Box of St. Mary was introduced in the Armenian Church during the revisions made by Catholicos Simeon Yerevantzi (Catholicos 1763-1780), who accepted this tradition from the Greek Orthodox Church in the late 18th century. The feast of Discovery of the Box is a movable feast and falls on the fifth Sunday after Pentecost (June 14-July 18).
COMMEMORATION OF CHRIST’S TWELVE APOSTLES AND THIRTEENTH APOSTLE - ST. PAUL
This year on July 19 the Armenian Church celebrates the Commemoration day of Christ’s twelve Apostles and 13th Apostle - St. Paul. The word apostle derives from the Greek word apostellein which means "one who is sent away" (a messenger). The names of 12 apostles
were: Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter); James son of Zebedee and John the brother of James (to whom he gave the name Boanerges, that is, Sons of Thunder); and Andrew (brother of Peter), and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus (Judas, Jude, brother of James), and Simon the Cananaean, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him. (Mark 3:16).
The twelve Apostles were chosen by Our Lord Jesus Christ, who called them Apostles, and gave them power to heal sicknesses and to cast out demons (Mark 3:15). He sent them to preach about the Kingdom of Heaven. He gave them advice and instructions, explaining to them the difficulties they will encounter (Matt. 10: 5-42).
Later instead of Judas Iscariot Apostle Matthias was chosen, who was added to the group of eleven apostles. The apostles went to all people and preached and taught the Commandments of Jesus, baptized them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. One of the greatest preachers of Christ’s commandments is Apostle Paul, who is recognized by the Christian Church as the thirteenth Apostle. Paul was initially an enemy of Christians and persecuted them. He had a vision on the road to Damascus and became a fervent Christian convert and was subsequently responsible in large measure for the rapid spread of Christianity. Many of the New Testament books (aside from the four Gospels) are from the writings of Paul. The book of Acts is dedicated to the apostles’ work after the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Armenian Church commemorates the 12 Apostles and Apostle Paul on the Saturday preceding the Eve of The Fast of Transfiguration.
Երրորդութիւն
ստացաւ,
նուիրեալ կամաւորները
նախապատրաստութիւններուն՝
կազմակերպումը։
Այնուհետեւ, Գանատահայոց Թեմի Փոխառաջնորդ եւ Սուրբ Երրորդութիւն
կազմակերպուած
Դաշտագնացութեան
աշխատանք տարին
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, in celebration of Father's Day, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church organized a community picnic at Milne Dam Conservation Park.
The picnic grounds came to life early in the morning as members of the Parish Council and dedicated volunteers made the final preparations to ensure the day's activities were well organized. The gathering then began with the Antasdan Service, celebrated by the Rev. Archpriest Fr. Zareh Zargarian, Vicar of the Armenian Diocese of Canada and Pastor of Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church. Following the service, Fr. Zareh extended his Father's Day greetings to all the fathers in attendance and offered them his heartfelt blessings and best wishes.
As more and more members of the community arrived, the picnic became a warm and joyful family gathering. Those in attendance enjoyed a delicious selection of lovingly prepared meals and appetizers, while children spent the afternoon participating in games and fun activities organized especially for them.
Special appreciation is extended to the Ladies' Guild, the members of the Parish Council, our dedicated volunteers, and everyone who generously contributed their time, effort, and devotion to the successful organization of this picnic. We express our sincere gratitude for their commitment and invaluable support.
Filled with fellowship, joyful moments, and a spirit of togetherness, this special Father's Day picnic became a memorable community celebration and concluded with lasting memories for all who attended.
Honoring the 2026 Fathers of the Year
As part of Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church's annual "Father of the Year" tradition, on Sunday, June 28, 2026, following the Divine Liturgy, two distinguished fathers, selected as the 2026 Fathers of the Year, will be honored with special certificates in recognition of their exemplary lives, dedication, and service to the community.
On this joyful occasion, we extend our heartfelt congratulations in advance to our two 2026 Fathers of the Year, praying that God grants them good health, abundant blessings, and many more years of faithful service to their families and our community.
Requested by
Mr. Jirair Yeretsian Mr. & Mrs. Ara and Shooshig Yeretsian
Mr. & Mrs. Steve and Nora Challis and children, Christopher and Lauren
In Memory of Their Beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother
THE LATE ZARMINEE YERETSIAN
On the 40th day of her passing
Requested by
Mari Boyadjian, Linda and Herman Kurtcu grandchildren, Matthew (Keegan) and Marie (Missak) and great-grandchildren, Anthony and Aleena
In Memory of Their Beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-grandmother
THE LATE LUCY ASHJIAN
On the 40th day of her passing
Requested by
Mrs. Diana Shahinian, Mr. Raymond and Dr. Alexandra Shahinian and children Leonardo and Arianna Mr. Edmond Shahinian
Mr. & Mrs. Vigen and Ani Shahinian and children, Rudy and Philip Mr. & Mrs. Eric and Sharon Shahinian and children, Mariza and Alicia.
In Memory of Their Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Brother
THE LATE ARMOND SHAHINIAN
On the 1st anniversary of his passing
Requested by
Mr. Ghassan Gostanian, Nane Gostanian, Gostan Gostanian
Mr. & Mrs. Nizag & Elizabeth Der Hovagimian Ms Takouhi Emirzian
In Memory of Their Beloved Wife, Mother and Relative
THE LATE HERMINE BASMAJIAN
On the 2nd anniversary of her passing
Requested by
Mr. Krikor Ozsogomonyan and Family
In Memory of His Beloved Wife
THE LATE KUHAR OZSOGOMONYAN
On the 12th anniversary of her passing as well as in memory of all deceased members of Ozsogomonyan Family
Requested by
Mr. Vasken Khabayan, Mrs. Sabrina Khabayan and daughter Sophene Shooshig and Ara Yeretsian
Shoghik, Vahe and their children
Armen, Anahid and Alex Kossaian
In Memory of Their Beloved
THE LATE GARO KHABAYAN
On the 41st anniversary of his passing and
THE LATE SERPOUHY KHABAYAN
On the 2nd anniversary of her passing
List of Donations – June 20 - 27, 2026
SENIORS' DAY
Mr. Hagop Toujian $20
Mrs. Zevart Malkhassian $100
Mrs. Alice Panossian $50
Mrs. Marie Kebabjian $150
Mrs. Sona Haji Narenian $50
Mrs. Ivet Panosian $200
Mrs. Diana Bogosyan $50
Mrs. Emma Nazarian $50
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Anonymous $1,000
Giallonardo Engineering Inc $500
NOIARK Technologies $500
Sabounji LLP Chartered Professional Accountants $1,000
Fieldgate Construction Management LTD. $3,000
Orion Group Properties Ltd. $1,000
Chapel Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Centre $1,000
Mr. Patrick Nazari $2,200
TPI LAWYERS $3,500
Nazarian Law Professional Corporation $3,500
Mrs. Alis Spanos $6,000
IN MEMORY OF THE LATE SERPOUHY KHABAYAN
Mr. Vasken Khabayan $100
Mr.and Mrs. Ara and Shoushig Yeretsian $100
THE LATE ZARMINEE YERETSIAN
Mr. Jirayr Yeretsian and Family $200
THE LATE RAFI SADURIAN
Mr. & Mrs. Armin & Berjouhi Nalbandian $100
Mr. & Mrs. Hratch and Nevart Melconian $60
Mr. Danny Amirian $100
Mrs. Marigold Garabet $300
Mr. & Mrs. Sami & Seta Garabetian $150
Mrs. Siran Hambarsom $200
Mrs. Anahid Yildrim $30
Mr. Danny Amirian $204
Mr. Danny Amirian $400
THE LATE BERDJ TANIELIAN
Mrs. Rose Marie Tanielian $150
Zada INC $100
Mr. Haroutyune Kazanjian $50
Mr. Harout Kazandjian $50
THE LATE MARIAM KERESTECIOGHLU
Mr. Nazaret Keresteci $100 USD
Mr. Eric Demirian $100
Mr. Ovagim Tascioglu $50
Mrs. Maryam Demirian $50
Mr. & Mrs. Harutiun & Seta Sahakoglu $100
Mr. & Mrs. Yervant & Anos Epremyan $50
Mr. Nazaret Keresteci $500 USD
Mr. Karekin Tascioglu $50
Mr. & Mrs. Garbis & Nazli Kerestecioglu $500
Mrs. Yeranuhi Caliskan $200 USD
ALTAR FLOWERS
Mr. Ara Yeretsian $100
APPRECIATION
We thank all our donors for supporting Holy Trinity Armenian Church through their heartfelt donations. If you prefer to stay anonymous, please contact the Church office and inform the administration.
Donations may be made: Over the phone: 416 431 3001 E-transfer via: info@TorontoArmenianChurch.com
Cheques payable to: HTAC
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