Wine & Cheese Tasting To Benefit Church Campaign

May 8, 2013 in Church Events

winecheesehall-featurepicPlease join us for a Wine and Cheese Tasting to Benefit the Church Hall Campaign at St. Hagop Armenian Church-

When: Saturday May 18th at 6 PM

Where:   The Pavilion at St Hagop Armenian Church 7020 90th Avenue, Pinellas Park, FL 33782

To make a reservation call David Kazarian 727-692-3992

Tickets:    $50.00 per person includes one bottle of red or white wine; Seating is limited to 30 guests!

Gourmet Cheese by Mazzaro’s Italian Market of Saint Petersburg.  We will be sampling 7 different exclusive wines and 7 different Cheeses.

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98th Genocide Memorial: A Celebration of Life

April 20, 2013 in Church Events

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98th Annual Genocide Memorial: A Celebration of Life

When: Tonight!!! Sat. April, 20, 2013 from 7– 9 PM

Featured Speaker: Dr. Garabet Moumdjian-Topic: The Role of the Kurds in the Armenian Genocide

Music by: Suzie Hovhanisian & Friends

Drama by: Sayat Nova Players presenting “I Remember”

Where: St. Hagop Armenian Church

Download Flyer for more details

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The Story of Armenia Avenue by Dr.George Kamajian

April 18, 2013 in Church Events

armenia-avenue-signClick on the sign to discover the whole story behind how Armenia Ave. got its name, submitted by our own Dr. George Kamajian and published by our friend Taniel Koushakjian and his collaborators at www.flarmenians.com.
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Sarasota Armenian Carpet Exhibit Continues Through April 27

April 2, 2013 in Church Events

Friday’s April 19th’s event at Art to Walk On in Sarasota continues on through April 27th as an open exhibit.  Stop by the boutique and learn about the ancient art of rug making by the Armenian people and the roles these rugs played in the Armenian genocide. Owner Eileen Bedoukian Hampshire is an international lecturer on antique Oriental carpets. Where: Art to Walk On, Inc. 16 South Palm Avenue, Sarasota.  When: Tue. April 23 to Sat. April 27th from 11AM-5PM.

Invitation April 19th

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Spring 2013 Newsletter | Avedis ԱԻԵՏԻՍ

March 27, 2013 in Church Events

avedis-cover-spring2013Just click on the adjacent image to view and download your copy of the official newsletter of St. Hagop Armenian Church, the Avedis. We love communicating the “Good News” to our entire St. Hagop Armenian Church family, please let us know that you enjoy receiving the Avedis with your comments or with your support to defray our printing costs!

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This Week Is Holy Week–Join Us On Thurs. Fri. & Sat. 7PM

March 26, 2013 in Church Events

jack-good picJoin us for the most important and fulfilling worship services of the entire Armenian Church year.  Walk the journey of Christ in the ancient tradition of the Armenian Church, recalling the events leading to His Crucifixion and victory over death, redeeming humanity and the fallen world.  Services take place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and culminate on Easter Sunday (see schedule below).

Thur. Mar. 28 Washing of the Feet/“Votnlva” Service 7:00 PM
Thur. Mar. 28 Vigil /“Khavaroom” Service 8:00 PM
Fri. Mar. 29 Burial Service (Good Friday) 7:00 PM
Sat. Mar. 30 Easter Eve Divine Liturgy “Jragaloyts” 7:00 PM (6:30 readings) 
Sun. Mar.31 Divine Liturgy- Easter 10:30 AM
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Five Minutes to a More Meaningful Holy Week

March 20, 2013 in Church Events

Enjoy this inspiring video from a great friend of our church, Fr. Daniel Findikyan, who visited us last fall for khachverats.


In “A Journey Beyond Words,” Fr. Daniel Findikyan describes the unfolding drama of Holy Week, and how experiencing its liturgical services can draw us closer to Christ. Produced by the E. Diocese of the Armenian Church.

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