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How does it feel to be thankful? When we are thankful to someone or something, we are compelled to give back – to show our appreciation. As Christians, we believe that everything we have – each blessing in our lives - is a gift from God. Giving out of thankfulness and love for God is stewardship – giving back in response to the gifts we have received. We give in gratitude to God for the blessings we see and feel each day.

At St. James, we have much for which to be thankful. We are blessed with many generous individuals, those who give time, treasure, and talent back to our parish and the Armenian Church. We have you, our parishioners, whose participation in our community of faith contributes to our vitality. We are thankful for those who came through St. James before us – for their vision and their perseverance. continued on page 2

GRATITUDE TO GOD

TOGETHER

Generations of St. James Pastors (l to r): Fr. Arsen, Fr. Arten, Fr. Dajad, and Fr. Arakel, representing over 60 years of ministry at St. James.

Giving thanks for the everyday miracles in our own lives

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FALL HIGHLIGHTS

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They worked tirelessly through difficult times to build our church, and they didn’t give up hope. The generation after them carried on that legacy with the growth of our parish and the development of a large and vibrant parish community. We are thankful for the legacy that has been left for us.

I, as your Pastor, am personally thankful for many things in our parish. I am thankful for our youth. One of my favorite things to do is to spend time with the children when they are at church. I enjoy hearing their thoughts and questions. Listening to them explore their faith brings me great joy. I am thankful for the opportunity to worship together. There is a place for everyone at St. James. During Holy Communion, our congregation truly becomes one body in Christ, and I am particularly filled with emotion when we sing the Hayr Mer during Divine Liturgy. Sometimes I take a moment to stop and hear voices of all ages singing in unison – it is a beautiful moment for me as your pastor. I am especially grateful that you allow me to be a part of your sacraments and the important moments of your life. It is an honor for me to share in your happy celebrations, as well as

to mourn and grieve with you in your sad ones. It is inspiring to see the joy in a parent’s eyes when I lift a child out of the baptismal waters during a christening. Each of our parishioners is a special member of our church family, and what helps make our St. James parish so unique and beautiful. Your presence makes a difference to me and to our parish.

In this season of Thanksgiving, I invite you all to enter more deeply into the life of this parish, and to share with us in celebrating God’s blessings in our lives. I encourage each of our parishioners to become a dues-paid member and contribute to our Annual Appeal – no amount is too small. Your contribution makes a difference. Please also take the time to learn more about our Church and your faith, and support our church’s activities. I also encourage you to share your prayer requests, request a home blessing, or come and visit during the week. Help us fulfill our mission to increase our ministries, programs and activities to strengthen our St. James family for generations to come.

GRATITUDE TO GOD

TOGETHERGiving thanks for the everyday miracles in our own lives

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“And we offer to you what is yours, from all and for all” FROM THE ARMENIAN DIVINE LITURGY


GRATITUDE TO GOD

TOGETHERGiving thanks for the everyday miracles in our own lives

WHO ARE WE? ST. JAMES MINISTERS TO OVER 2,000 FAMILIES IN THE AREA – THAT’S APPROXIMATELY 5,000 INDIVIDUALS

Our goal is to have 100% participation – to have all parishioners become dues-paid members. Just imagine what we could accomplish together, for each other and the community at-large if each and every one of us made the commitment to become a member.

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBERBecome a member online! www.stjameswatertown.org/support-usFill out the enclosed membership card and mail it in the envelope provided.Bring the card to the church office or to Church on Sundays.Did You Know? You can create an account on our donation page and manage all your donations in one place - even set up recurring or incremental donations over time. We want to hear your voice. YOUR MEMBERSHIP MAKES A DIFFERENCE

CONTRIBUTE TO OUR ANNUAL APPEAL

DID YOU KNOW?

It takes approximately $3,000 PER DAY to keep the church doors open.

Annual Appeal gifts directly support the ministries and programs of our parish. Your stewardship donations crate the opportunity to

EVERY INDIVIDUAL AND EVERY DONATION COUNTS – each one is gratefully accepted.

YOUR GIFTS TRANSFORM OUR PARISH

AND COMMUNITY

BECOME A MEMBER


10 A.M. DIVINE LITURGYName Day Banquet to follow in Keljik Hall

Charles Mosesian Cultural and Youth Center $45 per person; $10 for children 12 and under

R.S.V.P. BY DECEMBER 14, 2016Advanced reservations requiredTickets will not be available at the doorReserve tickets online at www.stjameswatertown.org

THE PASTOR AND PARISH COUNCIL OF

ST. JAMES ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH CORDIALLY INVITE PARISHIONERS & FRIENDS

KRIKOR & NANCY KASSABIAN St. James Parishioners of the Year

MARSHA ALABACHIAN Service Award Recipient

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Name Day Banquet & Celebration

H O N O R I N G

Sunday, December 18, 2016ABP. KHAJAG BARSAMIAN, PRIMATE, PRESIDING

St. James Armenian Apostolic Church465 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, Massachusetts


H O N O R I N GABP. KHAJAG BARSAMIAN, PRIMATE, PRESIDING

TAKUHE GHUGASIAN MEMORIAL AWARD Dr. Vartan Ghugasian and Armen Ghugasian recently established a $25,000 endowment fund for our Sunday School in memory of their beloved mother Takuhe Seferian Ghugasian. Prior to the construction of St. James Armenian Church, Takuhe attended Sunday School at The Good Shepherd Episcopal Church at Dexter Hall in Watertown. In 1935, the St. James Sunday School opened and Takuhe was one of its earliest students. With the interest income from their endowment fund, the Ghugasian family established the “Takuhe Ghugasian Memorial Award” as a wonderful and lasting legacy to honor her memory. This Sunday School scholarship award, in the amount of $500, will be given annually to a girl who has graduated from St. James’ Sunday School and exhibits excellence in Bible studies. This permanent fund is a lovely way to contribute to the ministry of St. James Sunday School while honoring their mother Takuhe. We are grateful to the Ghugasian family for their kindness and generosity.

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PLEDGE RECEIVEDSt. James gratefully acknowledges a pledge of $50,000, donated over the next 5 years by the John Mirak Foundation. We are thankful to the Mirak family for their continued support of St. James, including having served on the 75th Anniversary Capital Campaign Committee and contributing generously to the Capital Campaign. Their recent pledge will support the future planned purchase of the East Branch Library.

SPECIAL THANKS TO…Dr. James Najarian for donating beautiful new blue robes (shabig) and stoles (oorar) for our altar servers.

Mr. Edward Brewster for donating the funds for a new church lectern, in memory of Mary (Kashian) Brewster. We look forward to having our new lectern installed in the coming months.

Arshalous, Jasper & Christine Kezerian for donating new altar cloths in loving memory of their husband, father and father in law Thomas Kezerian.

Alexis Koumjian Cheney graduated Magna Cum Laude from Connecticut College with a double major in English Literature and French, and also completed an honors thesis in the English department. Alexis was the recipient of the John Edwin Wells Memorial Prize for work in the field of English distinguished for clarity of thought and judgment. While at Connecticut College, Alexis ran cross-country, wrote for “The College Voice”, sang in the choir, was a French Fellow,

and interned in Paris following her study abroad program. She is the daughter of Prescott Cheney, MD of Pemaquid, Maine, and Dr. Karen Koumjian, and the granddaughter of Madeline Koumjian and the late Harry Koumjian.

Alexis has accepted a position as a paralegal at the US Department of Justice in Washington, DC in the criminal, anti-trust department.

CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATE!


“Home Market Foods” Cooked Perfect Brand and the Atamian FamilyThe Keljik FamilyRobert & Adrina Kletjian

Watertown Savings Bank Kaigham GabrielGiragosian Family Funeral HomeSonya & Michael Shooshan Aram Bedrosian Funeral HomeJack & Audrey Pilibosian

Hexatrac of Boston, Inc. Leon Kachadorian Mark Kavonian, Kelly Lignos and their children Daniel & Stephanie in memory of Marian H. KavonianNerses Joubanian & Roxanne EtmekjianAdrenna AntreasianCarl & Rachel Boloyan Lucy & Patrick Delefevre Filyani Dilan & FamilyEmery & Webb, Inc. Arpie Maksoudian Highgas

Jbid Kostikian La Lame, Inc. Emma Oganova J & S Carpet Co, Inc. Marilyn Papazian Debra Boyajian Liz Kurkjian-Henry & Jack Henry Marilyn MozianPaul Yergat & Eastern Lamejun Bakers Gladys Kaloostian Cedar’s Foods

ST. JAMES 69TH ANNUAL BAZAARCongratulations to all of our St. James parishioners for an extremely successful 69th Annual St. James Bazaar, which took place on October 14th and 15th! Thank you to our 2016 Bazaar Co-Chairs Thomas, Peter and Vasken Babigian, and the countless organizations and volunteers who worked together in enthusiastic support of our church to organize and plan a wonderful, enjoyable and exciting weekend!

This year’s bazaar featured our traditional favorites, including the $100

Raffle, Silent Auction, Sunday School Bake Sale Booth, and Attic Treasures. New this year was our Super Raffle booth with over 50 prizes! This all could not have been possible without the dedication and devotion of all our parishioners, who lovingly came together for our church.

Whether you stopped by for dinner with your family, supported our vendors, arrived early on a hot summer morning to prepare manti, carefully sorted attic treasures for display, grilled

the kebab, sold raffle tickets, or helped out in countless other ways large and small - we thank you.

We extend sincere thanks to all who volunteered and worked for months to prepare for the bazaar! Thank you also to the St. James Church Office Staff and Facilities Staff. Finally, thank you to all parishioners and friends for attending! Thank you to all and congratulations!

Here’s to next year as we look forward to our 70th Annual Bazaar!

Sincere thanks to our Sponsors and Donors for their generosity in supporting this year’s Bazaar


ST. JAMES 69TH ANNUAL BAZAAR


ST. JAMES 69TH ANNUAL BAZAAR

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR $100 RAFFLE WINNERS

FIFTH PLACE Karen Dederyan

SIXTH PLACE St. James ACYOA Juniors

EARLY BIRD Harry Papazian

FIRST PLACE Jack & Audrey Pilibosian

SECOND PLACE Sonya Shooshan

THIRD PLACEMarilyn Papazian &

Linda Bragman

FOURTH PLACE Sonia Iskandarian

Hye Café resumed after its summer vacation on September 23rd as 300 friends filled Keljik Hall for delicious food, fellowship, and live music by Bob Raphalian, Leon Janikian, Ken Kalajian, and Charlie Kalajian. Our last Hye Cafe of 2016 took place on November 11th. Mark you calendars for a special Christmas themed Hye Cafe on January 13th!

Hye Café continues to be a success, thanks to our amazing volunteer team. Thank you to all who give their time and talents to make this monthly gathering a success! New volunteers are always welcome!

If you would like to join our Hye Café team, please contact Linda Sahagian at [email protected].

Hye Café Food | Fun | Fellowship

2017 Hye Café dates

January 13 (Christmas Themed)February 3, March 3 (Lenten)

April 7 (Lenten)May 5, September 22, November 10


FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSSHOMECOMING SUNDAY

2017 Hye Café dates

January 13 (Christmas Themed)February 3, March 3 (Lenten)

April 7 (Lenten)May 5, September 22, November 10


HOLY LAND

MY EXPERIENCE

A ugust 30, 2016 – The day I returned home from a year-long travel spree overseas and realized I was no longer the same person I was before I left. After traveling through 20 countries in 5 continents, I chose to conclude my travels with a long-time bucket-list

dream; a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. I wasn’t sure what to expect on this trip. Some experiences were fun and educational, while others were emotional, like walking in the footsteps of Our Lord who sacrificed His life for me, standing in the Jordan River, breaking bread with my St. James family in the garden of

Gethsemane, and quietly singing the hymn “Our Es Mayr Im” at Golgotha. These experiences were all surreal, but it’s also the unexpected ones that made this pilgrimage so unforgettable.

My journey started a bit rough when I missed my scheduled flight to meet the group in Jerusalem, and felt even worse when I realized I was going to miss site visits and activities with the group! On our first free day, I decided to visit the sites I had missed; and it turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences of the trip! This day went far beyond where I went or what I saw, as spiritual and enlightening as they all were; it fulfilled a need I didn’t know I had; a new bond and friendship

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with three incredible women who so generously volunteered to accompany me to revisit the sites they had already seen, as I wasn’t permitted to go alone.

We walked down the Palm Sunday path while singing hymns, prayed where Jesus wept over the city of Jerusalem, rode a camel and posed with a donkey, drank freshly squeezed pomegranate juice, and met quite the fascinating people along the way. We bonded over life stories, we laughed and we cried, and made memories that would last us a lifetime. I believe one of God’s plans for me was to bring these beautiful souls into my life in a way that otherwise would never have happened had I not missed that flight. I needed them, and He knew that long before I did. This is what they call “a blessing in disguise!”

This pilgrimage came at a point in my life where, after all I had experienced in my life, I was challenging my own faith; the faith with which I was raised, that was engrained in my very being since I can remember. Much of the trip was filled with questions, self-reflection and countless prayers; even ironic prayers to help me find the strength to believe as I once had. What was God’s purpose for me, and why hadn’t I figure it out yet? I had to make a decision. I was either going to continue fighting it, trying to figure it all out on my own, or find a little bit of faith, trust it, and trust that God would never steer me astray in finding my truth in life and always be there when I needed Him. I chose the latter, and it all came rushing back; the script that had helped me through a difficult time years ago kept resounding in my mind, “I am the way, the truth and the life.”

I believe God put me here for a reason, and my job is to use the gifts He gave me to serve that purpose. Perhaps it’s that simple; to keep working at it and trust in it, until our purpose reveals itself to us. My experience in the Holy Land inspired me to commit myself to keep working on finding that truth, and let Him be my strength. And in case I fall into doubt again, I marked myself with a customized “haji” as a symbol and reminder of that commitment. I am thankful to Fr. Arakel and the entire St. James family for helping me as I walk the path of my life’s journey. God Bless us all.

Sunday SproutsOur St. James Sunday Sprouts is off to a wonderful start for the 2016-2017 year! The children enjoy time together on Sunday mornings playing, making crafts and artwork, singing, and sharing story and music time. They also love going to church for a few minutes – they are fascinated by the music, the stained glass, and most of all everything that is happening at the Holy Altar. So far this year they have learned that God loves them and God made the world. The children are fun and loving, and are thriving in the Sunday Sprouts environment – which is always safe, loving and centered in our faith.

We are fortunate to have Reena Panian as our director, and to have Mary Cimen (our longtime volunteer) and our new volunteer Lori Shirinian with us on Sundays. Yn. Natasha continues to serve as advisor to the program. The Sunday Sprouts room is always happy and exciting and a wonderful place to be. Sprouts is for children between the ages of 2 years old and 5 years old (turning 5 after September 1, 2016). If you have any questions or are interested in the Sunday Sprouts program, please email [email protected].

A Home of Faith, Love, Fun, and Friendship

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Marsha Alabachian, who has devoted herself thoroughly for 17 years to the role of Superintendent, decided to pass the torch this year to Laura Purutyan, formerly Assistant

Superintendent. Laura is no stranger to our Sunday School, having served as both a past teacher and parent. The Sunday School community has thrived and many programs have grown under Marsha’s creative and passionate leadership. While she has decided to take time for her immediate family, “Mrs. Marsha” still continues to share her love, energy, wisdom and experience with her Sunday School family. We thank her for her years of service, and we welcome Laura to her new role! We know our Sunday School is in capable and loving hands.

On November 6, parishioners filled the Charles Mosesian Cultural and Youth Center’s Keljik Hall for a special fellowship

hour honoring “Mrs. Marsha.” The day’s program featured reflections on Marsha’s decades of service to our school, having served 17 years as Superintendent and an additional 20 years as a teacher. Reflections were offered by teacher and past Superintendent Edward Brewster, Tanya Cherkerzian, who was a student of Marsha’s and is now a Sunday School parent, and recent graduate and Assistant Teacher Ben Bresnee. A slideshow highlighting Marsha’s time in our Sunday School, prepared by Cheryl Keane, brought memories to life. Mrs. Marsha’s brother and sister also lovingly provided their thoughts the way only siblings can. It was a memorable afternoon celebrating Mrs. Marsha and her special way of always being, as our speakers highlighted, “patient, loving, and kind.”

HONORING MRS. MARSHA

ST. JAMES SUNDAY SCHOOL

The St. James Sunday School bounced back on September 11 with a wonderful Homecoming Sunday! Our team of teachers welcomed back students with plans to build faith through friendship,

worship, learning and service to others. Following opening day of class, we attended Divine Liturgy and the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Our Welcome Back Party was a

high energy day with Bounce Houses, the Hungry Hippo and a floor to ceiling slide! The Superbowl tailgate theme featured home-made guacamole, sausage and peppers, fresh popcorn and more! The extravaganza was generously planned and carried out by the Carson and Dorian families alongside many Sunday School parent volunteers.

BOUNCING INTO SUNDAY SCHOOL

Our Sunday School booth at the St. James bazaar was a popular destination for all ages. The 2016 designer cupcake table run by Laura Bresnee and friends was an even bigger hit, selling 200% more

cupcakes than prior years. And the variety of scrumptious baked goods exceeded last year’s success. Thank you to our Sunday School students of all ages and their parents for supporting our booth through donations and many volunteer hours! The Sunday School Room Parents initiative was

launched this year to promote a stronger bridge between church and home. Room Parents will serve primarily as communication liaison, and work

together with teachers and families to help support the school, and bring our families together as a learning community. Room Parent Coordinator Jeniffer Carson and our team of parents have been working with Superintendent Laura Purutyan and our Sunday School administration throughout the fall season. We are excited by this new initiative and look forward to working together. We continue to work together to bring special assemblies, new initiatives, and exciting experiences for our students and families. The Sunday School is really after just one thing: helping one another overcome and thrive through faith, day by day. We look forward to joining with our students and families and helping to grow in faith together.

BAZAAR PARTICIPATION

NEW INITIATIVE

SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

ST. JAMES EREBUNI ARMENIAN SCHOOL

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HOURY GEBESHIAN VISITS SCHOOL We enjoyed a special visit this October from Houry Gebeshian, the first female gymnast to represent Armenia at the Olympic Games. Houry gave a fascinating presentation to our junior classes about her journey to the Olympics, and how her Armenian roots helped her achieve her dream of becoming an Olympic athlete. The informative and inspirational presentation led to the students asking lots of questions, and sharing their own sport experiences. Houry also visited the intermediate classes, and talked to the students about the importance of perseverance and dedication to one’s dreams. Students listened eagerly and asked questions. They enjoyed sharing their own Armenian experience in the greater Boston area. Houry generously stayed through the afternoon for a social hour with the school’s parents. We enjoyed hosting Houry Gebeshian for this special visit. Words of pride and gratitude were expressed to her throughout the visit. She promised to be back for a future visit, and we are looking forward to hosting her again in near future.

ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTYAnother highlight of our fall season was our annual Halloween Party, which was a great success. The students were so excited to dress up and see their friends in costumes. We had princesses, action heroes, scary costumes, pumpkins and little animals. The hall was transformed with festive decorations, while children and families enjoyed activities, games, music, and our traditional costume parade. Thank you to our school parents for preparing the delicious pasta dinner and dessert. With each passing year, this special Halloween Night becomes more and more anticipated and enjoyed. It’s great to see so many happy children dancing, jumping and having fun. We hope you will all join us again next year!

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CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SCHEDULESATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2016Musical Prelude — 6:30 P.M.Christmas Eve Candlelight Service (in English)—7:00 P.M.Reception to follow. All are welcome.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2016EvE of thE fEast of thE Nativity aNd Baptism of our Lord JEsus Christ (Jrakalooyts)Evening Service and Reading of Scriptures (in Armenian)—6:00 P.M.(Readings by St. James Erebuni Armenian School students)Divine Liturgy—7:00 P.M.Home Blessing and Reception to follow

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2016fEast of thE Nativity aNd Baptism of our Lord JEsus ChristMorning Service — 8:30 A.M.Divine Liturgy — 10:00 A.M.Service of the Blessing of Water in remembrance of Our Lord’s Baptism

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AC YOAhe St. James ACYOA is ready for another year of fellowship and fun! The fall season kicked off with October Sports Weekend, hosted by the St. Sahag & St. Mesrob ACYOA of Wynnewood, PA. We had a wonderful time in Philadelphia, participating in team and individual sports, and attending the dances at night! Congratulations to Alec Maserejian who won 2nd place in Advanced Tavloo, and Adrena Seferian who won 2nd Place in Girls Ping Pong! Thank you to our chaperones and coaches, members of our ACYOA Seniors, for taking the time to spend with our youth for the weekend.

Upcoming events include Christmas ‘Giving Tree,’ held in conjunction with the Sunday School, which benefits My Brother’s Keeper, a charity in Easton, MA. We will also make a service trip to their ‘Santa’s Workshop’ to deliver the gifts and wrap presents! We look forward to these and more upcoming events. New members are always welcome! For information about joining the ACYOA Juniors, please contact Youth Minister Maria Derderian at [email protected].

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The St. James ACYOA Seniors met in September and elected a new Executive Board. The members are: Anais Astarjian (Chair), Christine Karakouzian (Vice Chair), Emma Kaloostian (Secretary), Shant DerTorossian (Treasurer), and Tatiana Nalbandian (Programming Coordinator). We welcomed many new members this year as they graduated high school transitioned from ACYOA Juniors to the Seniors.

We continue to be involved in mentoring the ACYOA Juniors, serving as chaperones and coaches at ACYOA Junior Sports Weekend in October. On November 3rd, many of us happily participated in Gabriel’s Day of Kindness, and on November 4th,

we sponsored a meal and served a volunteer shift at the Friday Night Supper Program soup kitchen in Boston. We worked together to help serve a hot meal to the evening’s guests, bussed tables, and cleaned up the hall. It was a fulfilling experience and we look forward to more service opportunities this year.

We are looking forward to the next few months as we plan our activities. We plan to gather on Thanksgiving weekend to reconnect with all of our members who have been away at school. And once again, we are excited to host our New Year’s Eve celebration for the entire parish – we hope to see you there!

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WOMEN’S GUILD

September 25th marked our Kickoff for the year with over 50 members feasting on a delicious chicken and pilaf dinner and dessert followed by a demonstration of Armenian string cheese making by our own favorite expert cheese maker, Caroline Soultanian. She was entertaining as well as informative as she pulled and twisted the cheese to perfections. Several volunteers came up to try their “pulling” skills!

Members have been busy since early August making manti, porov kufte, choereg, simit, tahin bread, paklava, khadeif, apricot squares and more to sell at our pastry table at the bazaar.

Don’t forget our Christmas Party, Thursday, December 15th, which once again will feature “Gabriel’s Season of Giving” where we will make gifts bags for Children’s Hospital and for homeless shelters.

We have also received a new shipment of our famous cookbook; St. James Family Table: Hrametzek and matching aprons. Available at the bookstore, office and on our website www.stjameswatertown.org Buy for yourself and gifts for the holidays.

As always new members are welcome! Come, visit, enjoy the company of a dynamic group of women.

Nancy Kassabian

Much appreciation goes to our most senior member, 102-year-old Mrs. Mari Vartanian, who spent many hours lovingly volunteering for our Bazaar preparations.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for volunteering on so many levels to help make our Women’s Guild booth at the Bazaar a smashing, sell-out success. Whether you came once or multiple times your “extra set of hands” made the work lighter (and more fun!) Many hands made for lighter, faster work and the results were outstanding! Our booth was extensive and impressive and we received many compliments on the variety and quality.

Thank you to those who helped man the table those two days and helped set up and clean. Thank you to those ladies who pinched and rolled and

formed the manti, choereg and yalanchi! Thank you to those who buttered the paklava, rolled the bourma, rolled and formed the nazook, simit and the tahin hatz, help make the apricot and apple squares, made the boeregs and the khadeif. To those who helped make the porov kufte thank you and since we have a newer (easier) method of making the kufte I hope to have more of you next year to help! The tourshi was out of this world and thank you to the Toorshi Team!! Thank you to those who were not able to help but purchased our goods!

God bless each and every one of you!

A NOTE OF THANKSDear Women’s Guild Members and friends,

With love and much admiration to the women of St. James Women’s Guild,Nancy Kassabian, Chair


HOVHANNES GRIGORYANAugust 1, 2016

Leon & Marion Semonian

Total: $100

KALOST PURUTAugust 6, 2016

John & Krista Aftandilian Bedros Akbork Shackay & Bedros Angacian Adrenna Antreasian & Family Pakarat Arslanoglu David & Veronika Avetissian Jirair & Carol Babikyan Michael & Florence Bahtiarian Ohan Bakla Alex & Karen Bejian Mary Guleserian Bergoudian Seth & Tina Bilazarian Seth Bilazarian, MD Edward Brewster Aret Cakir Nishan & Diruhi Cakir Berj & Annie Chekijian Mr. & Mrs. Hachik Chilingirian & Family Karen Dederyan Maria Derderian Nadya Esenyan Friends of Jenike & Johnson, Inc. Robert & Ruth Haddon & Family Mary-Ann Hagopian Levon & Denise Hanzatian Shirley & Cody Hudson Jean Hutchison Charles & Laura Janikian Samuel & Beatrice Kapreilian Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Kapreilian Mr. & Mrs. David & Maria Kazanjian Paul Kazanjian Edward K & Nirva Kazanjian & Family John & Atamara Kefeyan & Family

Takouhie KefeyanBen Kelerjian Nazaret & Susan Koroglu Garo Koroglu Aracse Kurkjian Pam, Caroline & Olivia McGrath Harry & Hripsime Parsekian Mr. & Mrs. Brian Pittenger James Prescott Dr. Aret Purut Sandy & Bob Raphalian Linda Sahagian Kenneth & Diane Samuelian Sarkis Soukiasian Lucy Talanian George Tekeyan Gary & Elaine Westermark Toros & Salpy Yeterian Natalie Zakarian Amy,Arra,Chloe & Nina Zeytoonian Gladys & Nerses Zeytoonian

Total: $3,760

GEORGE ZAKARIANAugust 26, 2016

Mariam ZakarianLouise HekimianJohn & Eleanor HutchinsRichard & Janet MasonHarry & Hripsime Parsekian

Total: $1,275

GARABED “GARY” BABIGIANAugust 31, 2016

Joan M. Babigian Thomas & Linda Babigian & Children Peter & Gloria Babigian & Children K. Vasken & Christina Babigian & Children Douglas & Talar Abrahamian Diana Adamian & Family Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Afarian Mary Ann Afarian John & Krista Aftandilian Cynthia Aghamianz

John & Pat Amboian Nancy Anoushian Mr. & Mrs. Leon Atamian Harry & Alice Avakian Mary Chapourian Avedisian Mr. & Mrs. Harry Avedisian Michael & Flo Bahtiarian David & Andrea Barber Joan Bardez Rose Barsamian Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bazarian Richard & Marilyn Bazarian Alex & Karen Bejian Robert Bejoian Mary Guleserian Bergoudian Berkshire Bank c/o Samantha ScottSunny Boghosian Mr. Paul Boghosian Mr. & Mrs. Peter Bogosian A. J. Bonoldi, CPA, CVA Gail Boroyan Vahan Boyajian Mr. & Mrs. Robert Brackett Mrs. Sheree Brooks June Carlon & Family Richard & Helen Cherkerzian Christine Chevoor Helen Chinian Andrew & Talene Choly Georgette Ciardiello Robert & Lorraine Damerjian Seta & Raymond Davidian Karen Dederyan Haig & Donna Deranian Martha Derderian Maria Derderian Onnik Dinkjian Harry & Charlotte Eordekian Liz & Sal Falzone Sonia Garabedian Pascal & Sevan Gebeyan Ara & Pamela Gechijian Tom Gengozian Sally VanerianGus & Andrea Giannopoulos & Family Michael Gogjian, M.D. Melanie Gogjian Augusta

Sue & David Goodsoozian Samuel & Gloria Goodsoozian Dr. & Mrs. Nishan Goudsouzian Charles & Joyce Guleserian Nancy Guleserian & Family Eric & Amy Guzelian Andrew & Alice Guzelian John & Linda Haas Mary-Ann Kazanjian Hagopian Mr. & Mrs. Leo Harootyan George W. Haroutunian Lisa & James Harris Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Harris Ruth Harutunian Doris Hazerjian Frank & Barbara Hekimian Kurt & Diane Herosian Edward Herosian Nancy Hintlian Arleen Hintlian Patrick DoyleJack & Carol Hoplamazian Elaine & Mark Jefferson Leon W. Kachadorian Richard & Virginia Kalfaian James & Robin Kalfaian Sam,Bea,Ed & Michelle Kapreilian Kapreilian Family Sam, Lucine, Setrak, Sophia & StepanSerop & Veronica Kaprielian Vartkes & Elissa Karaian Alice Kasparian Krikor & Nancy Kassabian Janice & Andrew Kavjian Edward & Mary Ann Kazanjian Edward K. & Nirva Kazanjian & Family Roselore Kebadjian Taline & Christian Kebadjian BernardsJoseph & Azniv Keikian Annie & Krikor Keikian John & Brenda Khederian Robert & Adrina Goshgarian Kletjian Jim & Michelle Kochakian

Mr. & Mrs. C. Kochakian John & Ida Kolligian Michele Kolligian Gregory Kolligian Vahan Kouyoumjian Marie Kouyoumjian Gregory & Carol Krikorian Diane Krikorian Aracse Kurkjian & Family Tony & Antionietta Lafauci Carmela & Saverio Lafauci Papken & Jill Maksoudian & Family Arpi Maksoudian-Highgas Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Manzo Harry & Mickey Mardirosian Lucy Mardirosian Jean E. Martinian Nello & Milena Massarotti Alice K. Mellian Lisa BidaKatherine Meranian Ed & Julie Mesrobian Louise D. Missakian Sandra L. MissakianAndrea Movsessian-Wallack Walter & Deanne Nahabedian David C. Nahabedian Regina & Berj Najarian Vartan Nalbandian Nishan Family Andrea & Zhorab Orchanian Edward Orchanian, Jr. Armand PaboojianAlice & Larry Pahigian Arthur & Louise Panosian Marilyn Papazian Joy R. Pappas Harry & Hripsime Parsekian Harold & Gladys Partamian Jack & Audrey Pilibosian Herman & Laura Purutyan Mr. & Mrs. Robert Raphalian Nancy (Madanian) & Michael Reppucci & Family Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sacco John & Nina Sahagian Greg & Nancy Sahagian Paul & Kristen Sahagian Kenneth & Diane Samuelian

The following donations have been received with appreciation by St. James Armenian Apostolic Church. May God bless the souls of our dearly departed and give comfort to their families.

In Lieu of Flowers


Marien Samuelian Kimberly Sarajian & Larry DerHagopianIrene Sarkisian Teresa Scenna & Family Marlene & Alan Seferian Leon & Marion Semonian Peter Sessa Cynthia D’AuricYvonne & John Shagoury Mr. & Mrs. P. Richard Shahtanian Michael & Sonya Shooshan Sarkis Soukiasian St. James Mr. & Mrs. GroupSt. James Church Choir Mr. & Mrs. Koko Stepanian Stephen & Esther Stepanian Stan & Lori Tagarelis Greg & Linda Takvorian Alice TakvorianRich & Cindy Takvorian Richard & Ann Tarvezian George Tekeyan The Patapanian Family George Thomasian Rose & Nish Tikijian Ann Topjian & Family Vaughan & Lily Totovian Ben Townsend c/o Gary TownsendMr. & Mrs. Gary Townsend & Family Shawn & Stacey Tully Richard & Diane Venture Juliana & Sal Vincenti S. Frances Ananikian Weisberg Garo & Ida Yavshayan Mr. & Mars. Raffi P. Yeghiayan Diran Zahigian

Total: $10,865

ARMENE RUTH KAMBERIANSeptember 7, 2016

Stella (Kamberian) Tonry Marie, Jason & Victoria

Total: $500

SARKIS BOGOSIANSeptember 17, 2016

Christine RatteyGreg Hagopian & FamilyAlyce MerianDorothy MoskovisAnn & Michael PelletierMarilyn & Brian RothbergAlice Marge Thompson

Total: $330

NICHOLAS GAZELIANSeptember 27, 2016

Agnes Gazelian Varoujan Badrikian Levon Balian Mary Bedrossian Charles N. Dermenjian Sona & Setrak Iskandarian

Alex & Carol Khalarian Janet & Paul Khalarian Aracse Kurkjian Robert Melkonian Miridjan & Nevart Mezoujan Nevart ManavianHarry & Hripsime Parsekian Gregory & Joyce Rachaeotes Berdj & Caroline Soultanian

Total: $1,050

GALE L. KRIKORIANSeptember 29, 2016

Harry Krikorian Amy, Arra, Chloe & Nina Zeytoonian Beth Krikorian John & Krista Aftandilian Eleanor C. Arakelian Paul & Sema Arakelian Ohan & Rosemary Armoudian Adam, Kala & Weston Armoudian Mike & Anita Assarian Rosemary Baborian & Family Lois, Glenn & Jason Balian Alba Becton Paul Bedrosian Seth & Melanie Bilazarian Seth & Tina Bilazarian Carole Brown Andrew & Talene Tarvezian Choly Kati Cormier Mr. & Mrs. James Cristello & Family Kenneth & Karen Demerjian Diedre Dunn Harry & Charlotte Eordekian Shakea Gabriel Frannie & Ellen Gagliardi Mark & Melissa Giragosian Jeffrey & Virginia Gosdanian Kirsten Green Angela Gutchess Mr. & Mrs. Robert Haddon & Family George & Sandra Hoffman David & Nadine Hoplamazian Deborah Hoyen Bertha & Carol Hoyen Sonia Janian Leon Janikian Elaine & Mark Jefferson Mr. & Mrs. Sam & Lucine Kapreilian & Family Sam, Bea, Ed & Michelle Kapreilian Lenore Karaian Nadia Ann Karnik Nancy & Kirkor Kassabian Takouhie Kefeyan Tamar & John Kefeyan & Family

John & Brenda Khederian Armen & Anoush Knaian Steven H. Korian Peter & Kristen Korian Ann & Paul Korian Jennie Koumjian Melanie & Danielle Krikorian Charles Krikorian Diane Krikorian & Family Aracse Kurkjian Stephanie P. Kyvelos Ken, Cassie & Tori Mahtesian Alice K. Mellian Edward & Diana Minasian Nora & Mary Minasian Harry & Gail Minassian Marilyn & Bob Mozian Gloria L. & Eleanor Najarian Helen B. Ohanian Nancy O’Leary-Morreale Susan O’Leary-StromskiEdward Orchanian Arthur & Louise Panosian Hazel Papazian Harry & Hripsime Parsikian John & Vera Peterson Laura & Herman Purutyan June Sahagian Janet (Minasian) Saker Leon & Marion Semonian Martin & Diana Shoushanian Ralph & Rose Stewart Richard & Ann Tarvezian The Paloukos Family- Linda’s DonutsStephanie Tsoumas-Brackett Philip & Allan Tutunjian Maureen A. Wheeler Gayle & Michael Yapchaian Nerses & Gladys Zeytoonian

Total: $5,700

LOUISE K. SAUNDERSOctober 1, 2016

Marie Hayman Sona D. Kapilian Gregory & Susan Norsigian Valerie Post Keith ShirleyBernard L. Zulalian

Total: $200

CHARLES B. SURABIAN, JR. October 3, 2016

Dorothy Surabian, Steven & KarenSteven, Janice & Marie Louise Avery Mr. & Mrs. Tom Galante Gail Haroutunian Marion & Marsha Hovenesian Dr. Harry Kavoogian, Jr. William & Cheryl Keane & Family Rose Krikorian

Aracse Kurkjian Naomi Thovmasian Marsh Carl & Valerie Narsasian Robert & Janette Nason James & Linda Peterson Deborah Surabian Harry & Grace Surabian Richard & Barbara Surabian Kenneth Z. Surabian Valerie & Michael Tersakian Natalie A. Zakarian

Total: $1,065

JOHN BARONIANOctober 7, 2016

Mary Guleserian BergoudianElaine & Mark JeffersonAracse Kurkjian

Total: $75

DR. JOHN KURKJIANOctober 8, 2016

Dean & Valentine BrownMichael & Judy CheteyanLucille & George DemirjianFredrick & Mary GollashJames M. KalustianMr. & Mrs. Martin KalustianMr. & Mrs. Vartkes & Elissa KaraianGloria KhederianAracse Kurkjian & FamilyCharles & Rose MargosianEd & Julie MesrobianElane MosesianCharleen & Peter OnanianJay PatapanianEdward & Marlene PaulJack & Audrey PilibosianMr. & Mrs. John Voce

Total: $1,860

NOIMZAR AROIAN “KELENJIAN”October 12, 2016

Hripsime BadrikianSarkis & Elizabeth BadrikianAida Badrikian & FamilyGarabet & Hagop Bazarbashian Sarkis & Tirouhi Bazarbashian & FamilyTamar Boghosian DerMovsesian FamilyAlex, Annie & Nareg KalaydjianAracse KurkjianSetrag & Lucy PanianSam & Gareeneh Tarabelsi & FamilyHaig Yazidjian

Total: $540

ADDITIONAL IN LIEU DONATIONS (as of October 25, 2016)

ARAM MARANIAN June 16, 2016

Janet Shemligian

New Total: $2,450

MARYANN TUTUNJIAN June 20, 2016

Anna Bedirian

New Total: $2,055

DON BOGOSIAN June 27, 2016

Theodora JembelisSam, Bea, Ed & Michelle KapreilianMichael & Nancy (Madanian) ReppucciMichael & Sonya Shooshan

New Total: $3,105

ROBERT SEMONIAN June 28, 2016

Patrick J. BuchananMonica MadeirosSuren & Carole SemonianGeorge K. Tarvezian, Jr.Gladys & Nerses Zeytoonian

New Total: $13,505

ROSE Z. KARIBIAN July 15, 2016

Elizabeth KaneGail KorkoranLucy Mardirosian

New Total: $2,235

ANAHID MARGARET ZERDELIAN July 16, 2016

Mary Guleserian BergoudianMarilyn Papazian

New Total; $2,530


Emma Grace WatsonAugust 14, 2016Daughter of William Glen and Jennifer Marie WatsonGodparents: Nicholas Anton Kazizian and Jacqueline G. LoGiudice

Sevak Sahag BeybutyanSeptember 4, 2016Son of Arkadi and Dziadzan BeybutyanGodparents: Ryan and Nichole RafteryBrynlee Mary Maranian

September 24, 2016Daughter of Jeffrey Robert and Tara Ashley MaranianGodparents: Howard Franklin Jones III and Lauren Maranian Khanna

Alana Sullivan De SouzaOctober 1, 2016Daughter of Marcos Henrike De Souza and Alina Cynthia SullivanGodparents: Rodrigo Groff Chagas and Gina Rita Dion

BAPTISMS & CHRISMATIONSYou have been baptized in Christ. Alleluia.

SACRAMENTS

Armene Ruth KamberianSeptember 7, 2016

Sarkis BogosianSeptember 17, 2016

Lisa WallSeptember 26, 2016

Nicholas GazelianSeptember 27, 2016

Gale L. KrikorianSeptember 29, 2016

Louise K. SaundersOctober 1, 2016

Charles B. Surabian, Jr. October 3, 2016

John BaronianOctober 7, 2016

Dr. John KurkjianOctober 8, 2016

Noimzar Aroian “Kelenjian”October 12, 2016

FUNERALSMay Christ our God shed His Eternal Light upon the souls of our dearly departed. May God bless the souls of the deceased and comfort the members of their families.

WEDDINGS

ENGAGEMENT

And the two shall become one.

Emmanuel K. Maherakis and Anais HachikianNovember 5, 2016Best man: Eddie DoumanianMaid of Honor: Jbid Kostikian

Julie McDermott and Austin BryantOctober 22, 2016

ST. JAMES ARMENIAN CHURCH ENDOWMENT TRUST FUND

REMEMBER ST. JAMES CHURCH

IN YOUR WILLA Venerable

Christian Practice

Save the date

hye teasaturday, May 13

2017Emmanuel K. Maherakis and Anais HachikianNovember 5, 2016Best man: Eddie DoumanianMaid of Honor: Jbid Kostikian

Julie McDermott and Austin BryantOctober 22, 2016

We thank the following for their generosity and their support of St. James and the publication of Looys.

Alice Derderian $25.00Bertha Mugurdichian $15.00Stella A. Tonry $50.00Gayle and Michael Yapchaian $50.00

DONATIONS TO LOOYS: THANK YOU

ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLYSunday, March 5, 2017Snow date Sunday, March 12

PLEASE NOTE: According to the Diocesan bylaws, dues-paid members of a parish must pay their annual dues by December 31 of a given year in order to be able to vote at the Annual Parish Assembly. We kindly ask parishioners who have not yet paid their 2016 Membership Dues to become current by December 31, 2016.

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CANDLELIGHT SERVICECHRISTMAS EVE

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2016Musical Prelude 6:30 p.m.

Candlelight Service 7:00 p.m. (In English)Reception to Follow

ALL ARE WELCOME

ST. JAMES ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH465 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472

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PAIDBoston, MA

Permit No. 56192

WORSHIP HOURSSunday Morning Service 8:30 a.m.Sunday Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.

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CHURCH OFFICE Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday Office closed Saturday and Sunday Phone: (617) 923-8860; Fax: (617) 926-5503 E-mail: [email protected]

PASTORRev. Fr. Arakel AljalianRectory: 6 Langdon Ave., Watertown, MA 02472E-mail: [email protected]: (617) 923-8990

ASSOC. PASTOR EMERITUSRev. Fr. Arsen Barsamian 183 Mt Auburn St #34, Watertown, MA 02472H: (617) 924-0318

PARISH COUNCILRev. Fr. Arakel Aljalian, PresidentGail Boroyan, ChairSandy Raphalian, Vice ChairJanice Kavjian, TreasurerAaron Derderian, Asst. TreasurerLinda Sahagian, SecretarySharon Bazarian McDermott, Asst. SecretaryPeter BabigianRobert BerberianEmily DiloyanEdward KazanjianKarnig Ostayan

DIOCESAN DELEGATESEdward BrewsterKaren DederyanHaig DeranianNishan GoudsouzianCharles GuleserianJacob PilibosianMichael Yapchaian

OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFAnnie Kalaydjian, Administrative AssistantJoanna Doherty, BookkeeperElaine Westermark, Executive AssistantSharon DeMarco, Assistant Bookkeeper

FACILITIES MANAGER (EXT. 18)Michael V. MamishianE-mail: [email protected]

YOUTH MINISTER (EXT. 19)Maria DerderianE-mail: [email protected]

SUNDAY SCHOOL (EXT. 19)Laura Purutyan, SuperintendentE-mail: [email protected]

CHILD CARE CENTER (EXT. 22)

ST. JAMES EREBUNI ARMENIAN SCHOOL (EXT. 21)Armine Manukyan, PrincipalE-mail: [email protected]

LOOYS EDITORIAL BOARDFr. Arakel Aljalian, St. James Office Staff, Yn. Natasha Aljalian, and Maria Derderian

HOME AND HOSPITAL CLERGY VISITSThe clergy are always available and would like to visit homebound and hospitalized parishioners. If you or someone you know is ill or hospitalized and would like to be visited, please call the church office at (617) 923-8860. Please note: when asked about your religion at a hospital, patients should list themselves as “Armenian Orthodox” or “Armenian” not “other.”

REQUIEM SERVICE/HOKEHANKISDArrangements for Requiem Service, Altar Flowers and Candles should be made through the church office by Thursday at noon. In accordance with the canons of the Armenian Church, Requiem Services may not be performed on the five major feast days: Armenian Christmas, Easter, Transfiguration, Assumption, and Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

BAPTISMS AND CHRISMATIONSAll baptisms must be scheduled at least two months in advance by calling the church office. According to the Armenian Church canons, a Baptism may only be performed once in a person’s lifetime, provided such Baptism has been performed in a Christian Church and in the name of the Holy Trinity.

At least one of the godparents must be a member of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church.

WEDDINGSParishioners should contact the church office at least eight months in advance. A couple must contact St. James to confirm the availability of the Pastor and sanctuary prior to making any other arrangements.

All weddings must follow the Canons of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In accordance with Diocesan discipline mandated by the Primate, all Sacraments must be performed in the church sanctuary.

The couple must meet with the Pastor at least once for pre-marital preparation and counseling. Weddings cannot be performed during Great Lent or Holy Week, or on the five major feast days: Armenian Christmas, Holy Easter, The Feast of the Transfiguration, The Feast of the Assumption of the Mother of God, and The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

FUNERALSFamilies should make arrangements with the funeral director of their choice, who will contact the church office to arrange the funeral service. Generally, St. James coordinates funerals with Bedrosian Funeral Home and Giragosian Funeral Home; both are located in Watertown and are familiar with our Church traditions.

Funerals may not be performed on religious holidays, major feast days, Saturdays after 3:00 p.m., or on Sundays.

PARISH ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORY

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