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Primate’s Pastoral Visit to St. Apkar, Scottsdale, Arizona
On February 20-21, 2010, the Primate made a pastoral visit to St. Apkar Armenian Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. On Saturday evening, Mrs. Houri Dickranian and the St. Vartan Committee had prepared a program dedicated to St. Vartan the Captain and Companions. In his closing remarks, the Primate commended the organizers of the program for wonderfully reflecting... »
Lenten Season
During the Lenten season, Der Zacharia will be conducting weekly Friday evening vigils (kheskhoom) beginning @ 7:00PM at St Apkar Armenian Apostolic Church. A light meal will be available following each of the Friday services. You will enjoy educational dialogue each week during the meal time. -The theme for Friday February 26 is... »
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
The year of 2009 was a celebratory year for our Arizona family. The start of 2009 promised many exciting events for our community. In February, the Crowning of the Dome was the first of many more memorable activities that our dedicated volunteers and parishioners prepared and enjoyed on the path to St. Apkar Armenian... »
Home Blessings
Home Blessings: For thos of you who wish to have a visitation or home blessing from Der Zacharia during the holiday season, please call 480-451-8171 or 480-252-5131 to set an appointment. During the end of December and into the month of January is the time to return to religious and national traditions of home blessings. Let’s... »
A Message from Parish Council
Dear Faithful, With the holiday season upon us, we must take a moment to acknowledge our blessings and be grateful for all that we have been able to accomplish together with our thriving Armenian community in Arizona. During 2009, we have crowned and consecrated our new sanctuary with a variety of delightful events celebrating our... »
Raising of the Crosses Dec, 11
December 11th | Raising of the Cross and Lighting of the Tonatsar | Starting at 4:00pm | FREE Admission We invite you and your family to share in this very special occasion with Der Zacharia's blessing as we raise the crosses of Saint Apkar at... »
Social Evening wine & Cheese
The Armenian Church Cultural Center Artist's Group with Der Zacharia's blessing invites you to attend a social evening enjoying wine & cheese to get acquainted with your local artists on Friday November 20 6:00-9:00PM in the Upper Room. Spread the word to your art loving family and... »
Raising the Crosses, December 11, 2009
December 11th | Raising of the Cross and Lighting of the Tonatsar | Starting at 4:00pm | FREE Admission We invite you and your family to share in this very special occasion with Der Zacharia’s blessing as we raise the crosses of Saint Apkar at 4:00 pm. This festive evening will continue at sunset with... »
Yerevan Nights Event
December 12th | Yerevan Nights | Starting at 7:00pm | Tickets Now Available | $50.00 per person A LIMITED NUMBER OF SEATS STILL AVAILABLE This evening will take you back in time to remember a delightful night in old Yerevan. The night will... »
Consecration Highlights
St. Apkar Armenian Apostolic Church was officially consecrated on Sunday, September 20, 2009 by His Eminence, Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Western Diocese. The other members of the clergy were: His Eminence Archbishop Vatché Hovsepian, Former Primate of the Western Diocese; Rev. Fr. Zacharia Saribekyan, Pastor of St. Apkar; Archpriest Rev. Fr. Manoug... »



