Diocese of the Armenian Church of the United Kingdom and Ireland Volume 1, Issue 3 25 July 2015 Armenian Church
News
Another successful Armenian Street Festival!
On Sunday, 19th July, on the
grounds of St. Sarkis Church
and Iverna Gardens in
Kensington, the 5th
Armenian Street Festival was celebrated. A beautiful Sunday morning started with Badarak at 10.30am. It was followed by Antasdan at 12.30pm, a Medieval Church Procession in celebration of God’s beautiful creation and blessing of the four corners of the earth. At 1pm Bishop Hovakim and the dignitaries proceeded to the entrance of the Festival for the cutting of the ribbon which signified the start of the Festival. The Armenian Street Festival is a beautiful and powerful expression of Armenian life, heritage, identity and faith. The dignitaries yet again had the use of the Garden where
Armenian Street Festival was celebrated. A beautiful Sunday morning started with Badarak at 10.30am. It was followed by Antasdan at 12.30pm, a Medieval Church Procession in celebration of God’s beautiful creation and blessing of the four corners of the earth. At 1pm Bishop Hovakim and the dignitaries proceeded to the entrance of the Festival for the cutting of the ribbon which signified the start of the Festival. The Armenian Street Festival is a beautiful and powerful expression of Armenian life, heritage, identity and faith. The dignitaries yet again had the use of the Garden where
tables were laid out with
delicious food and drinks.
Bishop Hovakim proceeded
to the podium and welcomed
all to the Festival and blessed
this annual event and then
passed on the microphone to
Steven Pound MP, who is a
strong proponent of
Armenian culture and the
cause of the recognition of
the genocide, now in its 100th
commemorative year.
Nouritsa Matossian was
again the Master of
Ceremonies. Delicious food
was sold, and there were a
number of stalls offering
Armenian artefacts, drinks,
bric-a-brac, a tombola and
raffle. The participants were
entertained during the
afternoon by the Jirair Band.
At 2pm there was a concert
in St. Sarkis Church. Levon
Chilingirian accompanied by
Tigran Grigoryan delighted
the congregation with
Komitas songs, followed by
the London Armenian Opera
with soloist mezzo-soprano
Anais Heghoyan, conducted
by Aris Nadirian performing
parts of the Opera Davit Bek.
At 2.45pm the Akhtamar
Dance Group and the
children’s group performed,
followed by audience
participation. The Festival
closed with the drawing of
the raffle. Thank you to the
Festival Committee of the
Primate’s Office and all the
volunteers.
Diocese of the Armenian
Church of the United
Kingdom and the Republic
of Ireland
His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, Primate
Diocesan Office
Tel. 0208 127 8364 primatesoffice@ armenianchurch.co.uk
His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, Primate
Diocesan Office
Tel. 0208 127 8364 primatesoffice@ armenianchurch.co.uk
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“Pieces by
Komitas and
Tigranian were
performed”
Music at the Armenian Street Festival
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As part of the 5th Armenian Street Festival the ASF entertainment sub-committee organised a
concert in St. Sarkis Church with guests Levon Chilingirian (violinist) and Tigran Grigoryan
(pianist) performing a selection of pieces by Komitas. The London Armenian Opera, with
soloist mezzo-soprano Anaïs Heghoyan and pianist Araxie Heghoyan performed Hari Haralo
(Act 2) and Hayrenik Aver (Act 3) from Tigranian’s Opera Davit Bek, conducted by Aris
Nadirian. The concert was extremely well attended filling St. Sarkis to capacity with guests
and dignitaries. The concert was concluded by His Grace Bishop Hovakim congratulating all
the artists for their performance and spoke about the challenging times we have had as
Armenians and how blessed and talented we are having overcome such hardships.
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The London Armenian Opera will be performing David Bek on 18-19th December at The Britten
Theatre at The Royal College of Music, Prince Consort Road, SW7 2BS. To purchase your
tickets please contact them on Tel: 01923 773 277 or 07867 672 787 or email/visit their
website: Email: londonarmenianopera@virginmedia.com
Website: LondonArmenianOpera.com |
Archbishop Gizirian celebrates 90th birthday
On July 15th, the 90th anniversary of the birth of the former Primate Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian was celebrated in New York City. The Primate has sent a congratulatory note to His Eminence on behalf of the clergy and faithful of the Diocese of United Kingdom and Ireland, wished him longevity and thanked him once again for the leadership that he provided for this diocese.
On July 15th, the 90th anniversary of the birth of the former Primate Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian was celebrated in New York City. The Primate has sent a congratulatory note to His Eminence on behalf of the clergy and faithful of the Diocese of United Kingdom and Ireland, wished him longevity and thanked him once again for the leadership that he provided for this diocese.
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ACYF News
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‘’The voice of our youth must be heard.
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The co-operation between youth
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organizations must be strengthened.
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Mutual support and understanding among
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the youth is our priority. The links and
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contacts with our Mother Land must be
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reinforced. We have to be as creative as
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possible working and integrating with our
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youth.’’ Some ideas were put together
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during the recent informal and friendly
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meeting between the Primate and ACYF
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executive. The executive committee
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members briefed the Primate on their
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annual events and activities and shared
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their views about the meeting of the Pan
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Armenian Church related youth
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organizations in the Mother See of Holy
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Etchmiadzin this month (July) in
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Armenia. A decision was made to have
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further discussions involving all the
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representatives of our Armenian youth
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organizations in the UK and Ireland where
they can all work together to build a
stronger community.
Ecumenical News – strengthening bilateral relations
Primate meets the Archbishop of Canterbury
Primate meets the Archbishop of Canterbury
On Tuesday afternoon at Lambeth Palace,
the residence of the Archbishop of
Canterbury, the Right Reverend Dr. Justin
Welby and His Grace Bishop Hovakim
Manukyan discussed a number of questions
relating to the widening of co-operation
between their two Churches. Amongst the
topics discussed were; the historical links
between the Armenian and Anglican
Churches, the possibilities of organizing
joint events such as an exhibition of
Armenian Manuscripts at Lambeth Palace,
and the current situation and developments
around Nagorno Karabakh. His Grace also
handed over the letter of His Holiness
KAREKIN II, Supreme Patriarch and
Catholicos of All Armenians, appointing the
Primate as Pontifical Legate to the See of
Canterbury. Accompanied by Deacon
Hovik Hovanessian and International
Ecumenical Secretary of the Archbishop
of Canterbury, Rev. Leslie Nathaniel,
His Grace paid a courtesy visit and met
with the Rt. Revd Nigel Stock, Bishop
of Lambeth.
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Primate meets with Cardinal Nichols
22nd July, 2015: His Grace Bishop
Hovakim Manukyan, accompanied by
Rev. Fr. Garegin Hambardzumyan and
Deacon Hovik Hovhannisian, was
received by His Eminence Cardinal
Vincent Nichols. There were friendly
discussions between the cardinal, His
Grace and those present. They spoke
about the historical and ecumenical
relations that exist between the two
Churches as well as challenges facing
Christian communities in the United
Kingdom.
Genocide Commemoration Concert at Cadogan Hall
On 21st July, the Primate along with the
clergy of the Diocese attended a special
concert entitled "With You Armenia" at
Cadogan Hall, London, commemorating the
centenary of the Armenian Genocide. The
concert that was attended by Armenians and
non-Armenians was conducted by maestro
Pinchas Zukerman and young Armenian
talent Dianna Adamyan. ‘’This concert
represents a mission: that of speaking about
the truth and the need for justice - through the
medium of music and artistic talent. I am also
happy that internationally known musicians
have joined this enterprise to advocate not
only the just cause of the Armenian people
but also to defend and promote human rights,
peace and reconciliation’’ said the Primate in
his opening remarks at the concert.
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Armenian Street Festival
Bible Study
‘'Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'’
A Bible study was held at the Gulbenkian Hall led by His Grace Bishop Hovakim
Manukyan. The session was attended by the faithful and representatives of the Armenian
and Syriac Churches, and concentrated on the biblical passage
theological perspectives were explored and its application to everyday life was discussed.
St. Matthew (17:1-6).
The
At the end of service the participants attended short prayer and meditation at St. Sarkis
Church.
“Man shall not
live on bread
alone”
Day 6: Trip to Tsaghkadzor and Kecharis
Monastery. Visit to Bjni.
Day 7: Visit Yerevan’s Vernisaj Market. Lunch. Visit to Ararat Cognac Factory. Last evening in the city. Goodbye party. Transfer to Yerevan International Airport and departure to Heathrow Airport.
To secure your place, please send a non- refundable deposit of £500 by Friday 14th August, Cheques payable to: “Armenian Church Trust UK” or you can transfer the amount to ACT UK bank account: Account Number: 20573160, Sort Code: 30-94-65
Cost: £1200 (Private room); £1100 (Shared room)
Roundtrip Aeroflot Airways: airfare, accommodation, transportation, meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and sightseeing. For those who would like to make arrangements for their own flights, the cost will be £ 900.
Day 7: Visit Yerevan’s Vernisaj Market. Lunch. Visit to Ararat Cognac Factory. Last evening in the city. Goodbye party. Transfer to Yerevan International Airport and departure to Heathrow Airport.
To secure your place, please send a non- refundable deposit of £500 by Friday 14th August, Cheques payable to: “Armenian Church Trust UK” or you can transfer the amount to ACT UK bank account: Account Number: 20573160, Sort Code: 30-94-65
Cost: £1200 (Private room); £1100 (Shared room)
Roundtrip Aeroflot Airways: airfare, accommodation, transportation, meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and sightseeing. For those who would like to make arrangements for their own flights, the cost will be £ 900.
Pilgrimage to Armenia
A seven day pilgrimage to Armenia and
Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin on the
occasion of the historic blessing of Holy
Muron which takes place on 27th
September 2015.
The group will be led by His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, the Primate of the Diocese of the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Provisional Programme:
Day 1: Arrival to Yerevan International Airport and a transfer to your desired hotel in the early morning followed by check in and breakfast. Tour of Yerevan. Matenadaran - The Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts. After lunch visit to Tsitsernakaberd Memorial and Museum of the Armenian Genocide. Day 2: Embark on a tour of Armenian Monasteries - Khor Virap, then lunch followed by Noravank Monastic complex. Day 3: Visit Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. Celebration of Blessing of Holy Muron. Lunch and dinner follow. Day 4: Trip to Lake Sevan which is a unique fresh water lake located at an altitude of 1,900 m (6,200 ft) above sea level. Visit the Sevanavank, Haghartsin and Goshavank Monasteries.
Day 5: Visit the second largest city in Armenia; the city of Gyumri in the Shirak province. Visit Yot Verk Church, The Surp Amenaprkich Church and Varamaberd Church. Lunch. On the way back visit the Harichavank Monastery.
The group will be led by His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, the Primate of the Diocese of the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Provisional Programme:
Day 1: Arrival to Yerevan International Airport and a transfer to your desired hotel in the early morning followed by check in and breakfast. Tour of Yerevan. Matenadaran - The Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts. After lunch visit to Tsitsernakaberd Memorial and Museum of the Armenian Genocide. Day 2: Embark on a tour of Armenian Monasteries - Khor Virap, then lunch followed by Noravank Monastic complex. Day 3: Visit Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. Celebration of Blessing of Holy Muron. Lunch and dinner follow. Day 4: Trip to Lake Sevan which is a unique fresh water lake located at an altitude of 1,900 m (6,200 ft) above sea level. Visit the Sevanavank, Haghartsin and Goshavank Monasteries.
Day 5: Visit the second largest city in Armenia; the city of Gyumri in the Shirak province. Visit Yot Verk Church, The Surp Amenaprkich Church and Varamaberd Church. Lunch. On the way back visit the Harichavank Monastery.
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Worship services in the Armenian Churches
Services are held in the Armenian Churches every Sunday starting at 11:00 am. For further details, please contact the parish nearest to you:
Services are held in the Armenian Churches every Sunday starting at 11:00 am. For further details, please contact the parish nearest to you:
Holy Trinity Armenian Church
229 Upper Brook Street Manchester, M13 0FY
Tel: 0161 273 1074 www.armenianchurchmanchester.org/
229 Upper Brook Street Manchester, M13 0FY
Tel: 0161 273 1074 www.armenianchurchmanchester.org/
St. Sarkis Church
Iverna Gardens Kensington, London, W8 6TP Tel: 020 7937 0152 http://www.stsarkisparish.co.uk
Iverna Gardens Kensington, London, W8 6TP Tel: 020 7937 0152 http://www.stsarkisparish.co.uk
St. Yeghiche Cathedral
13b Cranley Gardens Kensington, London SW7 3BB Tel: 020 7373 8133 http://www.styeghiche.org.uk/
13b Cranley Gardens Kensington, London SW7 3BB Tel: 020 7373 8133 http://www.styeghiche.org.uk/
Parishes and Mission Parishes of our Diocese:
Cardiff - Tel: + 44 771 279 2304, +44 2920779248. john@jagproperties.co.uk
Dublin - Tel: +44 2891 863559. http://www.armenians.ie/
Birmingham – Tel: +44 121 675 1469. St John’s Church, Stratford Road, Birmingham, B11 4EA Oxford - Tel: +44 7810 490242. armenian.society@studentsclub.ox.ac.uk
Cardiff - Tel: + 44 771 279 2304, +44 2920779248. john@jagproperties.co.uk
Dublin - Tel: +44 2891 863559. http://www.armenians.ie/
Birmingham – Tel: +44 121 675 1469. St John’s Church, Stratford Road, Birmingham, B11 4EA Oxford - Tel: +44 7810 490242. armenian.society@studentsclub.ox.ac.uk
We invite those who have questions or wish to gain deeper understanding of the
faith, moral discernment, teachings and traditions of the Armenian Church to
contact the Office of the Diocese of the Armenian Church in United Kingdom
and Ireland:
The Primate’s Office c/o Armenian House 25 Cheniston Gardens London, W8 6TG
or email: primatesoffice@armenianchurch.co.uk
The Primate’s Office c/o Armenian House 25 Cheniston Gardens London, W8 6TG
or email: primatesoffice@armenianchurch.co.uk
Diocese of the Armenian
Church of the United
Kingdom and the Republic
of Ireland
His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, Primate
Diocesan Office
Tel. 0208 127 8364 primatesoffice@ armenianchurch.co.uk
His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, Primate
Diocesan Office
Tel. 0208 127 8364 primatesoffice@ armenianchurch.co.uk
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