Andrei Rublev’s icon of the Trinity, a masterpiece of spiritual depth, portrays the Divine as a circle of intimate communion, a scene that captures the heart of God’s desire for His creation. This icon is not a static piece of art, but a dynamic call, inviting us to cross the thresholds of heaven and earth […]

In the late 13th century, an Armenian monk named Mkhitar Gosh authored a book, “The Code of Laws,” which beautifully blended Armenian customs with biblical wisdom. This wasn’t just a code; it was a movement. It was a moment when two worlds met – the ancient, deep-rooted Armenian customs and the divine truths of the […]

Years ago, an iconic photograph taken by Kevin Carter in 1993 gripped the world’s attention. This haunting image captured a starving Sudanese child’s struggle to reach a feeding center, with a vulture ominously lurking nearby. The photograph sent shockwaves across the globe. Beyond its portrayal of physical hunger, it symbolized a deeper malaise: our collective […]

In 1969, when Neil Armstrong became the first person to step onto the moon, his famous words were, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” This was a barrier that, for centuries, had seemed insurmountable. For as long as humanity existed, the moon hung in the sky as an unreachable beacon. […]

The Sisters of Mercy are a group of dedicated women of faith who embody the spirit of servitude and devotion. Today, I would like to share with you their mission statement and invite us all to reflect on its spiritual message. “The Sisters of Mercy envision a just world for people who are poor, sick, […]

Today, as we celebrate our fathers, we will reflect on the message of Ephesians 6:4, which says, “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.” Our reflection will offer some encouragement, maybe a challenge or two, and guidance for all the fathers out there. It’s […]

This week, we commemorate the lives of Saint Hripsime, Saint Gayane, and their faithful companions. These holy figures, strangers to our land, are among the numerous revered Armenian saints who sought solace and shelter from persecution on our Armenian soil. However, their journey didn’t lead them to the safety they might have envisaged. In stark […]

Today,  we celebrate the Remembrance of the Prophet Elijah. As we reflect on Elijah’s life, we will seek to understand what lessons we can draw, and how it can enrich our faith. Elijah was a truly magnificent prophet, brimming with the power and presence of God – he resurrected the dead, brought down fire from […]

The Armenian proverb, “Լավ է մարդու աչքը դուրս գա, քան՝ անունը” (It is better for a person to lose his eye than his name) perfectly describes Thomas, as once people believe something about you, it’s hard to change it. Unlike Peter, who denied Christ three times and still became the “Prince of the Apostles,” and […]