BAREKENDAN OF THE FAST OF ADVENT. THE LORD S DAY - SCHEDULE OF WORSHIP Morning Service / Առաւօտեան Ժամերգութիւն 9:00 am

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1 St. John Armenian Church of Greater Detroit Northwestern Highway Southfield, MI (phone) (fax) The Very Reverend Father Aren Jebejian, Pastor The Reverend Father Armash Bagdasarian, Assistant Pastor Clergy residing within the St. John parish and community: The Reverend Father Diran Papazian The Reverend Father Garabed Kochakian The Reverend Father Abraham Ohanesian Deacon Rubik Mailian, Director of Sacred Music and Pastoral Assistant Ms. Margaret Lafian, Organist Giragn0rya3 :yr;ig Welcome! We welcome you to the Divine Liturgy/Soorp Badarak and invite all who are Baptized and Chrismated in, or are in communion with, the Armenian Church to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion. If you are new to our parish and would like information about our many parish groups, please ask any Parish Council member on duty at the lobby desk. Make certain you fill out a contact card before you leave so we can be in touch. Enter to worship the Lord Jesus Christ who loves you and depart with His love to serve others BAREKENDAN OF THE FAST OF ADVENT THE LORD S DAY - SCHEDULE OF WORSHIP Morning Service / Առաւօտեան Ժամերգութիւն 9:00 am Divine Liturgy / Ս.Պատարագ...9:45 am SACRED LECTIONS OF THE LITURGY Isaiah 25:9-26:7, Philippians 1:1-11, Luke 9:44-50 Lector: ANDIE BAHM Acolytes Serving at the Altar Today Armen Oknayan and Sevag Ghazarian Today, Fr. Aren will deliver the Children s Sermon.

2 Today s Gospel Luke 9:44-50 Let these words sink into your ears; for the Son of Man is to be delivered into the hands of men. But they did not understand this saying, and it was concealed from them, that they should not perceive it; and they were afraid to ask him about this saying. And an argument arose among them as to which of them was the greatest. But when Jesus perceived the thought of their hearts, he took a child and put him by his side, and said to them, Whoever receives this child in my name receives me, and whoever receives me receives him who sent me; for he who is least among you all is the one who is great. John answered, Master, we saw a man casting out demons in your name, and we forbade him, because he does not follow with us. But Jesus said to him, Do not forbid him; for he that is not against you is for you. Special Gifts Rose Samarian gives a gift for the lighting of the Altar Candles in loving memory of Haig Samarian, Varsenek Samarian, Sarkis Samarian and Melek Samarian. Dr. Rose M. Berberian gives a gift for the lighting of the Altar Candles in loving memory of Judy Hovnan. Altar Flowers The flowers adorning the Altar are presented by Vlad and Lyuba Ayrapetyan and family, in loving memory of Eduard Ayrapetyan, Ofelia Ayrapetyan and Boris Ayrapetyan. Please note: The complex will be closed next Thursday, for Thanksgiving, and also on Friday. Please submit any Hokehankist requests to the office by Tuesday, November 20th, to be printed in the Sunday, November 25th bulletin.

3 BASHDON HOKEHANKUSDYAN REQUIEM PRAYERS FOR THE SOULS WHO SLEEP IN CHRIST JOHN JR NORAIAN, 40th Day, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Friend Requested by LuCille Noraian Cyndi Noraian & Gary Tolman, Ronni Tolman, Connor Tolman Vicki A. & Tom Bernitt Gary Noraian Nora Noraian Zee, Susan & Diane Sarkesian JUDY HOVNAN, Friend Requested by Dr. Rose M. Berberian Rose Samarian GEORGE KUDANIAN, 1st Year, Husband, Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, Cousin Requested by Zvart Kudanian Bedros & Amanda Kudanian Julien & Andreas Kudanian Sophie Kudanian & Joseph Scotto Jack & Lavonda Kudanian EDUARD AYRAPETYAN, 18th Year, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother OFELIA AYRAPETYAN, Mother, Grandmother BORIS AYRAPETYAN, Father, Grandfather Requested by Firuza Ayrapetyan Natella Bedrossian & Family Ninel Zuhrab & Family Vlad & Lyuba Ayrapetyan & Family Leyla Antonyan & Family DR. AZAD HOGIKYAN, 39th Year, Father, Grandfather DR. MARGARET HOGIKYAN, 29th Year, Mother, Grandmother Requested by The Hogikyan Families

4 HAIG SAMARIAN, 68th Year VARSENEK SAMARIAN, 18th Year SARKIS SAMARIAN, 21st Year MELEK SAMARIAN, 13th Year Requested by Rose Samarian BASHDON HOKEHANKUSDYAN REQUIEM PRAYERS FOR THE SOULS WHO SLEEP IN CHRIST KAZAR BOGOSIAN OVSANNA BOGOSIAN Requested by Bogosian Family GENE AMERIGUIAN VICTORIA AMERIGUIAN Requested by Bogosian Family

5 FALLEN ASLEEP IN THE LORD We offer our prayers for the servant of God, Melina Hampikian, who entered her eternal rest last week. Her funeral took place at St. John Armenian Church on November 13, May Christ our Lord shed His Eternal light upon her soul. We offer our prayers for the servant of God, Marie M. Mamassian, who entered her eternal rest last week. Her funeral took place at St. John Armenian Church on November 14, May Christ our Lord shed His Eternal light upon her soul. We offer our prayers for the servant of God, Anita Tootikian, who entered her eternal rest last week. Her funeral took place at St. John Armenian Church on November 16, May Christ our Lord shed His Eternal light upon her soul.

6 Prayers for the Sick and Hospitalized Emma Betrosian Araxey Barsamian Charles Sansone Elina Cobb George Douroujalian Ruben Griffin John Brycz Fr. Dimitrie Vincent Elizabeth Shehigian Margaret Chubukchian Denise Meshejian Ryan Fringer Gearldine Ware Rev. Fr. Shnork Souin Vartkes Chubukchian Virginia Mekjian Stepan Telebzda Cathy Boucher Darlene Lane Fr. Diran Papazian Anna-Maria Grigorian Day by Day Bible Study Wednesdays - 12:00 pm 2:00 pm November 28 and December 26 For more information, call Yeretzgin Roberta at Visit the Parish Bookstore NEW: ARMENIA, A lavishly illustrated catalogue of the Armenia Exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum in New York edited by the curator of the exhibition, Dr. Helen Evans. HC $65.00 The best selection of Armenian books and CDs plus many gift items: jewelry, Armenian crosses, key chains, cookbooks and many Made in Armenia products. 100 Years Images of Western Armenia by Hrair Hawk Khatcherian -$ Khatchkar $ Armenian Ornamental Script $ SILVER CROSSES FROM JERUSALEM, VARIOUS SIZES $ $75.00 THE GAMBLER: KIRK KERKORIAN the Greatest Deal Maker in Capitalist History HC $25.00 KHORENIAN DIVINE LITURGY, DOUBLE CD $30.00 The Promise DVD $20.00 Hrayr Toukhanian s Assignment Berlin DVD in English $30.00 JUST ARRIVED NEW ITEMS FROM ARMENIA AND KARABAGH Forget me not jewelry earrings, bracelets, pins Pomegranate necklaces 14Kt. gold crosses various sizes Backpacks & bags and much more! STOP BY AND BROWSE

7 Congregations for Coats Between now and November 30 th, Lift Up Southfield!, a consortium of nine Southfield congregations including St. John Armenian Church, along with the Friends of the Southfield Police will be collecting new or gently used coats to help the needy. Donation boxes for the coats are located in both entrances to our building. Please help us take action for those who do not have enough. More information on this very worthy cause can be found at liftupsouthfield.blogspot.com. Parish Ministry Belinda Kabodian, RN, Community Health Coordinator at St. John Providence Hospital will be available on the first Sunday of each month for blood pressure screening in the Main Hall. This event is open to everyone and free of charge. The next blood pressure screening is on December 2 nd. Throughout 2018, we are celebrating the 80 th anniversary of the Women s Guild organization in our diocese. Please visit the photos in the church lobby honoring some past and the present members of the St. John Armenian Church Women s Guild. Thanksgiving Dinner Today, in the Main Hall immediately following Badarak. Sponsored by St. John Church High School Families Proceeds to Benefit CASP (Children of Armenia Sponsorship Program) $10.00 adults, $5 children 5 & older

8 2018 FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE St. John Armenian Church of Greater Detroit Invites you to BIBLE STUDY Starting from The Gospel of Luke Presenters: Very Rev. Fr. Aren Jebejian and Rev. Fr. Armash Bagdasarian Bible Study will take place on Monday evenings on the dates listed below: 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. November 19, December 3 and December 17 ADULT CATECHISM Adult Christian Education will take place on Thursday evenings on the dates listed below: 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. December 13 Dedication: St. Gregory of Narek All parishioners and friends are invited to attend these informative sessions. Admission is Free St. John Armenian Church of Greater Detroit Northwestern Highway Southfield, MI

9 2018 FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE ACOLYTE TRAINING Led by Very Rev. Fr. Aren Jebejian and Rev. Fr. Armash Bagdasarian For Boys Ages Years Old Saturdays from 10:00-12:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary on the dates listed below: December 1, December 15 Please call the church office to sign up St. John Armenian Church of Greater Detroit Northwestern Highway Southfield, MI

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14 St. John Armenian Church Parish Christmas Card A Holiday Tradition to Support Our Church Once again, parishioners may share their Christmas and New Year greetings with their fellow St. John s members in our Parish Christmas Card, and in doing so support a special program. All proceeds will go to the Social Concern Fund. Your gift is a testimony of your love and support in Christian stewardship for the works of Christ in our spiritual home. Please complete the form below and forward to the church office with a suggested donation of $50.00, check payable to: St. John Armenian Church Northwestern Highway Southfield, MI Checks should be received no later than Wednesday, December 5, If you wish to charge your gift, please phone the Church Office. Thank you for your generosity Detach Here Enclosed is my gift for the Social Concern Fund Please include the name(s) in the 2018 Parish Christmas Card as written below. Donation enclosed: $ The Pastor and Parish Council thank you for your patronage and wish you and your loved ones all of God s blessings for Christmas and New Year.

15 General Information Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm After hours in an emergency, please contact: Pastor s Mobile: FrAren@sjachurch.org Parish Administrator s Mobile: Visits to the Hospitalized and Homebound Please phone the Church Office when you or someone you love is admitted to the hospital and would like a visit from the Pastor. If you have an upcoming surgery, please consider requesting your name to be included in the Prayers for the Sick and Hospitalized list. Those who are homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion at home should phone the Church Office. Home Blessing If you would like the Pastor to visit your home and offer a home blessing, please contact the Church Office. Baptism Parents may prepare for the baptism of their child before he or she is born. For more information, phone the Church Secretary. We encourage parents to baptize their children between 40 days and 3 months. Marriage Please make sure to confirm your wedding date with the Pastor before booking your reception hall. Phone the Church Secretary at least nine months in advance of your proposed wedding date. Parish Membership If you are interested in becoming a member of the St. John parish, please speak to a Parish Council member on Sunday, or phone the Church Office. Sunday Bulletin Announcements for the Sunday Bulletin are due in the Church Office by 5:00 pm on Wednesday preceding the date of service. Requiem Requests may be submitted to the Church Office by mail, phone, fax , or to Tamara@sjachurch.org no later than 5:00 pm Wednesday preceding the Sunday. Request forms are available in the Church Lobby. Requiem may be offered every Sunday of the year except for the five Tabernacle Feast Days.

16 Badaracen #ydo3 Ygy.yxien Tovrs Calov +amanag On Leaving the Sanctuary After Divine Liturgy When approaching the Holy Gospel at the end of the Divine Liturgy you say: Յիշեսցէ Տէր զամենայն Պատարագս քո: May the Lord remember all your sacrifices. The Priest answers: Տացէ քեզ Տէր ըստ սրտի քում եւ զամենայն խորհուրդս քո ի բարիս նա կատարեսցէ: Datseh kez Der usd srdee koom yev zamenayn khorhoortus koh ee parees na gadarestseh. May the Lord grant you according to your own heart, and fulfill all your desires. (Psalm 20:4) When taking Mahs the GIVER says: Մաս եւ բաժին եղիցի քեզ ի Սուրբ Պատարագէս: Mahs yev pazheen yegheetsee kez ee Soorp Badarakes. May this be to you a share and portion of the Holy Sacrifice. The RECEIVER says: Բաժին իմ Աստուած յաւիտեան: Pahjeen eem Asdvadz haveedyan. My portion is God forever. The Kiss of Peace Kreesdos ee mech mer haydnetsav. The GIVER says: Christ is revealed amongst us. Orhnyal eh haydnootyoonun Kreesdosee. The RECEIVER says: Blessed is the revelation of Christ. Քրիստոս ի մէջ մեր յայտնեցաւ: / Օրհնեալ է յայտնութիւնն Քրիստոսի: The Psalm of Dismissal - Psalm 34 Օրհնեցից ըզտէր յամենայն ժամ, յամենայն ժամ, oրհնութիւն նորա ի բերան իմ: Orhnetseets uzder hamenayn zham, hamenayn zham orhnootyoon nora ee peran eem. I will bless the Lord at all times. His praise shall be at all times in my mouth.