Holy Trinity Church in Fresno marks 111th anniversary

Holy Trinity Church in Fresno marks 111th anniversary
February 3, 2012 - 10:51 AMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Western Prelate Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian celebrated Divine Liturgy and delivered his message at Holy Trinity Church in Fresno on January 29 on the occasion of the 111th anniversary of the church. Parish Pastor Rev. Fr. Vahan Gosdanian and deacons assisted at the altar.

Prior to the sermon, the Prelate gave thanks to Almighty God for granting the blessed day together to celebrate Divine Liturgy the 111th anniversary of the parish. Reflecting on the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Catholicos Aram I to the Church and Sunday School in October of last year, the Prelate noted that His Holiness places a great deal of importance and priority to educating our youth and providing them with the necessary knowledge and tools to develop their unique Armenian Christian identity, and that we are all called to do the same, for our youth are the future leaders who will continue in our path and that of our forefathers, which is why we must instill and root in them our faith, values, and heritage from a young age so that they are fully prepared to take the lead.

Approximately 200 guests were in attendance, Asbarez reported.

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