Badarak - 10:00am Sunday School – 10:30am

UPCOMING EVENTS Առաջիկա Միջոցառումներ

Saturday, January 21, 2017, 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. Dinner to Benefit The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe Sacred Hearts School Auditorium Homemade Italian dinner Wine, beer and soda included, Homemade desserts Tickets available - $15.00 Individual, $25.00 Couple, $35.00 Family Contact the Pastoral Center to purchase tickets, 978-373-1281 Sunday, February 12, 2017, at 1 pm - Annual Parish Assembly (Snow date Sunday, February 19, 2017) Saturday, April 22, 2017 Grand Opening Family Life and Cultural Center

Sunday, JANUARY 22, 2017 Rev. Fr. Vart Gyozalian - Pastor

THE ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH AT HYE POINTE ՀԱՅ ՓՕԻՆԹ ՀԱՅԱՍՏԱՆՅԱՑ ԱՌԱՔԵԼԱԿԱՆ ԵԿԵՂԵՑԻ

SERVICES AT SACRED HEARTS CHURCH AT IMMACULATE

HEART OF MARY CHAPEL, 165 SOUTH MAIN STREET BRADFORD, MA 01835

“Daily Lectionary Readings”

Աստվածաշնչական Ընթերցումներ

Isaiah 58:13-59:7. 1 Timothy 4:12-5:10. John 3:13-21

Second Sunday after Nativity

Hokehankist Հոգեհանգիստ

For the Soul of Archbishop Mesrob Krikorian requested by Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America

For the Soul of Mary Sarkisian (3 years) requested by Mike & Cheryl Raymond and David & Susan Sarkisian

BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY Օրվա Աստուածաշնչական Ընթերցվածք

1 Timothy 5:1-2 5 Do not speak harshly to an older man, but speak to him as to a father, to younger men as brothers, 2 to older women as mothers, to younger

women as sisters—with absolute purity.

TODAY’S GOSPEL READING Այսօրվա Ավետարանը

John 3:13-21 13 No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended

from heaven, the Son of Man. 14 And just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, 15 that

whoever believes in him may have eternal life. 16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that

everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. 17 “Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. 18

Those who believe in him are not condemned; but those who do not believe are condemned already, because they have not believed in the

name of the only Son of God. 19 And this is the judgment, that the light has come into the world, and people loved darkness rather than light

because their deeds were evil. 20 For all who do evil hate the light and do not come to the light, so that their deeds may not be exposed. 21 But

those who do what is true come to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that their deeds have been done in God.”

Prayer List

One of our most fundamental Christian responsibilities is to pray. There is truly great power in prayer. During this Divine Liturgy

and throughout this next week your prayers are requested: For the spiritual growth of The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe; For more young men to hear the Lord’s call to

service into the Holy Priesthood of the Armenian Church; For other young men and women also to hear God’s call to

serve His Church. For Unity of the Armenian Church and of all Churches. For the sick, homeless, hungry, the poor and

disabled; those in mourning, lonely or depressed; those experiencing emotional, physical or spiritual difficulties; For

those experiencing family, employment or financial difficulties; For the increase of love and understanding

among us all; For us all to gain a personal relationship with our Lord, Jesus Christ;

And especially for good health for: All our parishioners who are ill or in recovery

Prayer of the Week Now, here in this book, what prayers, what fragrant incense shall I offer pleasing and acceptable to you, blessed heavenly king Christ? If not a prayer that you bless those I have cursed, release those I have bound, free the condemned, comfort the outcast, reconcile the antagonized, console the mournful, heal the afflicted, care for the shunned, protect the betrayed, minister to the souls of those whose bodies are wounded. Thus, when I greet people with blessings, hear me, and when with curses, pay no attention, compassionate Lord.

Upcoming Hokehankist Առաջիկա Հոկեհանգիստներ

Sunday, January 29, 2017 for the souls of Richard Serabian (5 years), Charles & Beatrice Serabian requested by Robert Serabian, Mr. & Mrs. Edward Mazmanian Jr., Mr. Aram

Zemanian Sunday, February 26, 2017 for the Soul of Michael (Manoog) Der Boghosian (1 year) requested by Mrs. Zarty Chilingirian, Arthur, Nicholas & Andrew Chilingirian, Linda & Al Pooler

ALTAR DONATIONS Նվիրատվություններ Սուրբ Խորանին

Altar flowers & candles in loving memory of Mary Sarkisian from her grandchildren and great

grandchildren - Jason, Melanie, Madison & Gabriella Christopher

ALTAR DONATIONS

Նվիրատվություններ Սուրբ Խորանին Parishioners requesting Altar Flowers and Candles for any

occasion or Sunday should approach a member of the Parish Council for an Altar Flower or Candle Donation form. Name of the donor will be listed in the weekly Bulletin and Newsletter. Requests for the Altar Donations can also be done by calling or

emailing the Church.

REQUEST FOR PRAYERS Աղօթքի Խնդրանք

Special prayers for all who are ill from – Eva Naroian, Bea Ohanian, M/M Larry Pahigian Good health & Happy New Year to my Church Family from – Rose Q. Azarian Prayers & get well wishes to all who are ill from – M/M Scott Sahagian Congratulations to Jason Naroian, Kyle & Jack as Godfathers to the Church from – M/M Scott Sahagian Special prayers & get well wishes to all who are ill from – M/M John Mosto With heartfelt get well prayers for all who are ill from – Sona & Michael Naroian

Name Day

Անվանակոչության օր

Peter, Anton

Donations for Hokehankist

Հոգեհանգիստյան Նվիրատվություններ For the Soul of Jeannine Thomassian Tomaselli from – Joseph

& Brenda Tavitian, Marie Thomassian, M/M John Mosto, Melanee Naroian, Carol & Charles Bazarian, Mary Tatoyian, Katherine Meranian, M/M Anthony Giragosian, Gale & Paul Cifra, Eva Naroian, Bea Ohanian, Marilyn Shahian, Sona & Michael Naroian, M/M Scott Sahagian, Rose Stepanian, Lu

Sirmaian, M/M Mel Menasian, Madeline & Daniel Berberian, M/M Larry Pahigian, M/M Gary Townsend, Dorothy Deeran,

Jason Naroian & Family, Paula Hagopian Russo, Linda Doherty, Sylvia Tavitian

For the Soul of Tom Vartabedian from – Annette Derminasian,

Emmanuel Baghdayan, Katherine Meranian, M/M Anthony Giragosian, Gale & Paul Cifra, Barbara & Stephen Arthur, Eva

Naroian, Bea Ohanian, Marilyn Shahian, Sona & Michael Naroian, M/M Scott Sahagian, Lu Sirmaian, M/M Mel

Menasian, M/M Larry Pahigian, M/M John Mosto, Jason Naroian & Family, Linda Doherty, Sylvia Tavitian

For the Soul of Arpi Kazanjian from – Harold & Robine

Kazanjian & Family, Mark Kazanjian, Knar Felegian & Family, David Kazanjian, Lisa Solomon & Family, Emmanuel

Baghdayan, Annette DerMinasian, M/M Larry Pahigian, M/M Scott Sahagian, Carol & Charlie Bazarian, Robert Serabian,

Katherine Meranian, M/M Anthony Giragosian, Gale & Paul Cifra, Barbara & Stephen Arthur, Melanee Naroian, Eva Naroian, Bea Ohanian, Marilyn Shahian, Sona & Michael Naroian, Lu Sirmaian, M/M Mel Menasian, M/M Gary

Townsend, M/M John Mosto, Jason Naroian & Family, Linda Doherty, Sylvia Tavitian

Dear Parishioners,

We treasure your enthusiasm and curiosity regarding the new construction at The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe. However, this is an active construction jobsite requiring health and safety compliance. We kindly request that you refrain from visiting the site during normal working hours (Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm). During this construction phase the property is controlled by and the responsibility of Channel Building Company, since they are liable for any damages or injuries until the project is completed in late January 2017. If you would like to take a tour of the building, please contact Myles Couyoumjian at 978-852-2959 cell or myles.couyoumjian@franke.com. He will be happy to meet you at the site and escort you onto the property. We appreciate your patience, cooperation, and understanding over these next five months. please watch the weekly bulletins and website for upcoming scheduled fellowship gatherings at the site"

MAKE A DONATION TO YOUR CHURCH

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe has developed an option for those who wish to make a donation to their church in the

form of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or other securities. The church has established a brokerage account and for those

individuals who wish to make such a donation. The church will benefit by the donation, and you as the donor will receive a tax deduction for your donation. It is a win – win for both

your church and yourself. Please contact a Parish Council for more details if you are interested.

Church Office: 978-372-9227

Every Sunday after the Divine Liturgy we are having

fellowship hour. Everyone is welcome to join us for a cup of coffee and more and a treat as you linger and fellowship

with others. We thank Lu Sirmaian, one of our Parish Council members, for coordinating the fellowship hour

every Sunday. This Sunday the fellowship hour is organized by Carol Bazarian, Bea Ohanian, Maryann

Ohanian, Marty Aaronian . Also, we are most appreciative to all our parishioners, who in the past, have been so

generous in helping each Sunday with the fellowship for our church

family. Thank you all!

Family Life and Cultural Center “Building the Legacy”

01.19.2017 If you would like to donate to our Building Fund, you may send your

donation, made payable to: "The Armenian Church at Hye Pointe Building Fund", PO Box 8069, Bradford, MA 01835

Weekly Wisdom

You can't enjoy today if you're worrying about

the past or the future. Your mind and your thoughts could be stuck in the past,

continually thinking about what has already happened. If that's the case, it's best to get over it. The past has already happened; you can't do anything to change it. Rather, you ought to trust

God that he is working out those things for ultimate good (see Romans 8:28).

On the other hand, your mind could be stuck in the future, thinking about what might happen, what you fear will happen,

and things you wish wouldn't happen. However, being a person of faith requires trust--trusting God about the future. Romans 15:13 says, May the God of hope fill you with all joy

and peace as you trust in him. You'll have joy and peace when you trust in God. Why? Because you'll be able to rest and relax

knowing that God has good plans in store for you (Jeremiah 29:11).

Don't worry about the past or the future. Instead, have faith; trust God. When you trust God to help you learn from the past

and provide for your future, you're free to enjoy your life today.

Remembering Hrant Dink

Ten years ago—on January 19, 2007—the Armenian journalist Hrant Dink was assassinated on the street outside his newspaper offices in Istanbul. Dink’s writings on the Armenian Genocide had made him a well-known figure in Turkey—but had also prompted his prosecution under Turkey’s retrograde law forbidding anti-Turkish statements. The murder of this brave, gentle man was later revealed to contain elements of state persecution along with what we in this country would call “hate crime.” It became a cause célèbre for Armenians the world over, but also for elements of Turkish society longing for a more open public discourse. At Hrant Dink’s funeral, more than 100,000 people, Armenians side-by-side with ethnic Turks, jammed the streets of Istanbul carrying placards reading, “We are all Hrant Dink.” Even after ten years, the demoralizing horror of that terrible January day still lingers; and the astonishing spectacle of the subsequent weeks is likewise unforgettable. Today we again offer prayers for the repose of Hrant Dink’s spirit, for the consolation of his loved ones, and for the light of Divine truth, which even the deepest darkness cannot extinguish. In the wake of Dink’s murder, Diocesan Communications director Chris Zakian published a short essay that, alas, is still timely in its reflections on the crime and its aftermath