Fr. Barouyr Shernezian The Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church places the holy resurrection of Jesus Christ at the very center of its faith and teachings. This fundamental belief shapes not only our theology but also our worship, our art, and our daily spiritual practice. For this reason, in Armenian Church tradition, whether in our sacred spaces or liturgical life, we never depict Jesus on the cross. The crosses used in our liturgical services and adorning our churches a

Deacon Garo Balian Have you made any resolutions this year? If you did, are you still holding onto them? Every year, as we enter a new year, we make promises to ourselves. We set goals, dreams, and visions that we want to accomplish. We tell ourselves that this will be the year we change, no matter how hard it gets, no matter what obstacles come. Some of us say, “I will work out every day.” Some say, “I will eat healthier.” Others promise to help people more, go to church

Deacon Garo Balian Jerusalem Armenian Church “Why should I go to church? I can pray on my couch. I can kneel in my room and talk to God....

Fr. Garabed Kochakian   In the teaching of the Christian Church, the Harrowing of Hell—also known as the Descent of Christ into...

Fr. Garabed Kochakian Jesus' Crucifixion, Armenian Miniature. (Source: Kilikia.weebly.com ) Holy Scripture unveils the Crucifixion with...