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| The Canterbury Khachkar – A Historic Day in the Heart of the Anglican Church |
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The Armenian community of Great Britain participated in the unveiling of a khachkar at Canterbury Cathedral on 2 March 2019. The khachkar was placed in the cathedral’s Memorial Garden to mark the end of WWI, remember the Armenian Genocide of 1915, and recall the memory of Randall Davidson (Archbishop of Canterbury 1903-1928), who worked tirelessly to save Armenians at that time.
The Canterbury Khachkar project was initiated by master craftsmen Brigadier John Meardon and Vartan Moskofian. It then took off with the timely support of AGBU (London) and other individuals and donors. The Primate of the Armenian Apostolic church in the United Kingdom and Ireland, Bishop Hovakim Manukyan, prepared a special ceremony for the occasion. On the day of dedication, a beautiful vespers service was held in the main cathedral, presided by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, with the participation of Bishop Hovakim Manukyan. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, as well as several hundred Armenians and their friends from across the United Kingdom. The presence of so many people added more colour and dignity to the event. The church service was followed by the consecration of the khachkar with holy miuron from Holy Echmiadzin, accompanied by a special Armenian service led by Bishop Manukyan and supporting clergymen.
After the consecration, the procession moved to the cloisters where Bishop Manukyan and Archbishop Welby lay flowers and prayed at the grave of Randall Davidson. There then followed a reception at Chapter House for several hundred guests, including music and poetry, as well as words from Brigadier John Meardon, Ara Sarafian (historian), Bishop Manukyan, and the new Armenian ambassador to the United Kingdom, Dr Arman Kirakossian.
The speakers reflected on the horrors of WWI, the importance of remembering the Armenian Genocide, and the need for truth, reconciliation and just resolution of the Armenian issue.
By Nora Vosbigian (London, 3/3/2019) |
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| Charity Gala Dinner with Lord Darzi |
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Well attended Gala Dinner took place at “Holiday Inn” in Kensington on February 27th was another successful event in the life of London Armenians. The dinner was organised by the Ladies Committee of the Primate’s Office led by Jeanine Gulvanesian under the auspices of the bishop of the Armenian Church in the United Kingdom and Ireland. It was to support the project of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, providing accommodation to the families affected by the earthquake in Armenia 1988, who still live in
cottages and have not received any support as of yet. The keynote speaker was Professor Dr the Lord Ara Darzi who spoke about His life journey, the resilience of Armenians and the importance of the Church and community.
For supporting this or other projects please send your donations to the Armenian Church Trust UK or contact primatesoffice@armeniandiocese.org.uk. |
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| 7-day Pilgrimage to Italy and audience with His Holiness Pope Francis |
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Travel dates: 5th to 11th May 2019
(Rome, Vatican, Florence and Venice)
The visit will include a general audience with Pope Francis, meeting with Church dignitaries, ecumenical prayers, visit different Churches and shrines, catacombs as well as an excursion in the Armenian monastery of St. Lazaro.
BA Flights from London Heathrow to Rome Fiumicino
BA 546 G 05MAY LHRFCO Departure Time: 10.45am Arrival to Rome 14.25pm
Returning to London Heathrow from Venice
BA 597 G 11MAY VCELHR Departure Time:20.40pm Arrival to London 22.00pm
Please contact Ms Hrachik Sarian via email: primatesoffice@armeniandiocese.org.uk or Tel: 020 8998 9210 for all inquiries related to the Pilgrimage
To secure your place a deposit of £ 200 is required by 6th March.
Please note any bookings made after 6th March will incur a surcharge of £250.00.
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| Programmes at Bishop's House |
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Children's Club - March 9, at 2-3:30 pm,
Bible Study Group - March 6, 7:30 pm,
ART wellbeing for Women- March 16, 12 -2 pm |
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| Special Services during the Great Lent |
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The Services of the Hour of Peace and the Hour of Rest will take place at St. Sarkis Church every Friday evening at 6:30 pm. Lenten food will be served at the Gulbenkian hall (£5).
The Sunrise Services will take place at Arajnordaran (Bishops’ House) every Wednesday at 10:30 am, starting from March 13th. At the end of the prayer service, Tea and Coffee will be served. Any donations are welcome.
The Sunrise Services will also take place at the Armenian Churches in London every Sunday morning, before Divine Liturgy at 10:30 am.
The Sunrise Service will take place at Holy Trinity Church in Manchester on April 7th at 11:15 am.
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| The Church News objectives are: |
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To inform the wider public and its constituency members about activities of the Primate, organisations under the auspices of the Primate: ACT UK, ACYO, Ladies Committee
Worldwide Armenian Church
Parishes
Upcoming events in the community |
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| PLEASE SUPPORT OUR MISSION |
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If you'd like to make a donation to Armenian Church of The UK online please click on the My Donate button.
Your donation will make a huge difference. |
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The Primate's Office
Bishop's House,
Ealing, London W5 2NZ
Tel: 020 8998 9210
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