Christ as Healer
“As news of Jesus began to spread far and wide,” the Gospel tells us, “crowds came to hear him and be healed” (Lk 5:15).
That’s how people first came to know Jesus during the days of his earthly ministry: as a healer. The promise of healing their wounds of body, mind, and spirit drew them to our Lord in the thousands. In a world that was often brutal and indifferent, Christ’s reputation as a healer set him apart as a figure of mercy, who would show concern, and not scorn, for the vulnerable.
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Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
The Healing of a Deaf Mute
In this sermon, Fr. Tavit Boyajian, pastor of the Sts. Joachim and Anne Armenian Church in Palos Heights, IL, preaches on one of the most profound moments of healing in the Gospel, in Mark Chapter 7 when Jesus heals a …
The Coronavirus and Prayers for Healing of the Armenian Church
In this sermon, Fr. Tavit Boyajian, pastor of the Sts. Joachim and Anne Armenian Church in Palos Heights, IL, addresses the coronavirus by looking at the Prayers for Healing of the Armenian Church. The Prayers for Healing Service is a …
Taste & See: Badarak as Healing
“Bread and Salt: Stories from the Armenian Church” is a video and podcast series produced by the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. The episodes cover a wide range of topics, including Armenian history, the traditions and practices …
Bread & Salt: Let There Be… Healing!
“Bread and Salt: Stories from the Armenian Church” is a video and podcast series produced by the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. The episodes cover a wide range of topics, including Armenian history, the traditions and practices …
Jairus’ Daughter – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Luke 8:49-56 While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler’s house came and said, “Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more.” 50 But Jesus on hearing this answered him, “Do not fear; only believe, …
Through the Roof – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Mark 2:1-12 And when he returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home. 2 And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them, not even about the …
Եփփաթա: Be opened – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Mark 7:31-37 Then he returned from the region of Tyre, and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee, through the region of the Decap′olis. 32 And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had …
Mental Health First Aid
This lesson plan, appropriate for both teenagers and adults, was prepared by the Youth Ministries team of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. The lesson plan consists of a powerpoint for you to use in your parishes. …
Contemplative Prayer Sessions
This Parish Initiative, developed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, describes how to bring your parish community together for a different type of prayer that will edify …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
My Mother’s Love
Louise M. Yardumian’s beautiful reflection on “My Mother’s Love” is the basis for this discussion group, which encourages us to think about the healing love of Christ and those who embody it in our own parish communities. Click the button …
Christ as Healer Outreach Ideas
These ideas for outreach activities bring the healing love of Jesus Christ into your communities, parishes, and organizations. We hope you will find inspiration for outreach work that you can do! Click the button below for a PDF detailing some …
Age Group
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Christ as Healer Art Project for Kids
This craft project for young children, developed by the Director of Youth Ministries Jennifer Morris, is a hands-on way to get children thinking about Christ’s healing love in their lives! Click the button below for a PDF describing this art …
Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա
Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Անուշ Նագգաշեան Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Անուշ նագգաշեան Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Ամէն գիշեր ես Կ՚աղօթեմ քեզի, Կը լսե՞ս ինծի։ Տուեր ես ինծի Դուն ամէն բարիք, Հայրիկ եւ մայրիկ, Եղբայր եւ քոյրիկ։ Ունիմ խաղալիք, Գնդակ …
Children’s Sermon: Healing
Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, offers a sermon about healing for children.
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Christ as Healer Art Project for Kids
This craft project for young children, developed by the Director of Youth Ministries Jennifer Morris, is a hands-on way to get children thinking about Christ’s healing love in their lives! Click the button below for a PDF describing this art …
We Believe: Jesus Made People Feel Better
This excerpt from the We Believe series “Jesus Made People Feel Better,” is a lesson plan for kindergarteners. The We Believe series is the long-standing Sunday School curriculum books of the Armenian Apostolic Church in America, produced by the Eastern Diocese’s Christian …
Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա
Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Անուշ Նագգաշեան Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Անուշ նագգաշեան Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Ամէն գիշեր ես Կ՚աղօթեմ քեզի, Կը լսե՞ս ինծի։ Տուեր ես ինծի Դուն ամէն բարիք, Հայրիկ եւ մայրիկ, Եղբայր եւ քոյրիկ։ Ունիմ խաղալիք, Գնդակ …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Talent Tower
This icebreaker or team-building activity, appropriate for both kids and young adults, was prepared by the Youth Ministries team of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. This activity will help participants to realize that each of us …
Compliment Circle
This icebreaker or team-building activity, appropriate for both kids and young adults, was prepared by the Youth Ministries team of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. This activity will help participants to gain personal confidence and identify …
Christ as Healer Art Project for Kids
This craft project for young children, developed by the Director of Youth Ministries Jennifer Morris, is a hands-on way to get children thinking about Christ’s healing love in their lives! Click the button below for a PDF describing this art …
Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Christ as Healer Outreach Ideas
These ideas for outreach activities bring the healing love of Jesus Christ into your communities, parishes, and organizations. We hope you will find inspiration for outreach work that you can do! Click the button below for a PDF detailing some …
Talent Tower
This icebreaker or team-building activity, appropriate for both kids and young adults, was prepared by the Youth Ministries team of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. This activity will help participants to realize that each of us …
Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
My Mother’s Love
Louise M. Yardumian’s beautiful reflection on “My Mother’s Love” is the basis for this discussion group, which encourages us to think about the healing love of Christ and those who embody it in our own parish communities. Click the button …
Jairus’ Daughter – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Luke 8:49-56 While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler’s house came and said, “Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more.” 50 But Jesus on hearing this answered him, “Do not fear; only believe, …
Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
Contemplative Prayer Sessions
This Parish Initiative, developed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, describes how to bring your parish community together for a different type of prayer that will edify …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
Contemplative Prayer Sessions
This Parish Initiative, developed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, describes how to bring your parish community together for a different type of prayer that will edify …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
Contemplative Prayer Sessions
This Parish Initiative, developed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, describes how to bring your parish community together for a different type of prayer that will edify …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Themes
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
Jairus’ Daughter – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Luke 8:49-56 While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler’s house came and said, “Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more.” 50 But Jesus on hearing this answered him, “Do not fear; only believe, …
Through the Roof – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Mark 2:1-12 And when he returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home. 2 And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them, not even about the …
Եփփաթա: Be opened – Sunday Gospel Reflections
Gospel Reading Mark 7:31-37 Then he returned from the region of Tyre, and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee, through the region of the Decap′olis. 32 And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
The Treasury: The Many Graces of St. Nersess Shnorhali
The Treasury is the publication of the “Fellowship of St. Voski.” “The Fellowship of St. Voski” (aka Nor Voskiank) is a non-profit organization working toward the revival and restoration of Armenian Orthodox theology and life within the Armenian Church. Through publication …
Bread & Salt: Let There Be… Healing!
“Bread and Salt: Stories from the Armenian Church” is a video and podcast series produced by the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. The episodes cover a wide range of topics, including Armenian history, the traditions and practices …
Holy Teaching: St. Gregory of Narek
“Holy Teaching” is a series of short videos introducing the profound Christian teaching of our Church Fathers and Mothers. This video introduces the 10th century mystic St. Gregory of Narek.
Bread and Salt: Mother of God
The Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother-of-God commemorates how St. Mary at her death was taken up in body and soul, or “assumed,” into heaven. This act of tenderness was performed by Christ many years after his Ascension, …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Discussion Questions for Bread & Salt: Acts of Mercy
This set of discussion questions is intended for use alongside the Bread & Salt: Acts of Mercy video, available here. Click the button below for a PDF of these discussion questions: Discussion Questions for Bread & Salt: Acts of Mercy
In Communion with Ourselves
This lesson plan for teenagers was prepared by the Youth Ministries team of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America. Click the button below for a PDF of this Lesson Plan: In Communion With Ourselves
Contemplative Prayer Sessions
This Parish Initiative, developed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, describes how to bring your parish community together for a different type of prayer that will edify …
Prayers for Healing
This beautiful collection of healing prayers was edited and translated by Bishop Daniel Findikyan and published by St. Nersess Armenian Seminary. Click here to download a PDF of the Booklet: Prayers for Healing
The Coronavirus and Prayers for Healing of the Armenian Church
In this sermon, Fr. Tavit Boyajian, pastor of the Sts. Joachim and Anne Armenian Church in Palos Heights, IL, addresses the coronavirus by looking at the Prayers for Healing of the Armenian Church. The Prayers for Healing Service is a …
Faith Matters: Facing the Storm
The first of the Diocesan “Faith Matters” video series tackling contemporary issues, this video tells the story of one person’s struggle with addiction, and the hope she found in her community of faith.
Mystical Music: Healing Sharakan
“Mystical Music,” posted weekly on Vemkar’s Instagram page, introduces the beautiful hymns of the Armenian Apostolic Church. In this short episode, Dn. Michael Sabounjian introduces and Fr. Voskan Hovhannisyan sings a sharakan/շարական (a genre of hymn) from the Healing Service, …
St. Abgar’s Story
King Abgar Truly, Truly I say to you, there once was a king of the Armenians named Abgar, who lived in Edessa. He was a dedicated king who cared for his people. There was dancing and singing all throughout …
Renewal and Tradition
With the New Year comes promises of personal renewal, the New Year’s Resolutions we may or may not keep much past January 15th. We cast off the old in praise of the new, promising ourselves to look forward rather than …
The Golden Hammer
The King of Armenia, Trdat, did not know that when he threw the son of his Father’s assassin, his own best friend, Gregory, into the bottommost pit, he planted the seed of Christianity in the fertile soil of Armenia. When …
Believe And You Will See
Believing is one of the essential virtues of Christian life. Yet, many people want evidence of God’s existence… The intent of this article is by no means to prove to you that God exists or to provide you with an …
Տրտուջք եւ Զղջում
Տրտունջք Պետրոս Դուրեան Էհ, մնաք բարով, Աստված և արև, Որ կը պըլպըլաք իմ հոգվույս վերև․․․ Աստղ մալ ես կերթամ հավելուլ երկնից, Աստղերն ի՞նչ են որ եթե ո՛չ անբիծ Եվ թշվառ հոգվոց անեծք ողբագին, Որ թըռին այրել ճակատն երկնքին. Այլ այն …
Դուն Մայր Բոլորին
Դուն Մայր Բոլորին Անուշ Նագգաշեան Աստուծոյ ընտրեալ, Դուն կին վեհագոյն, Դուն Աստուածամայր, եւ Մայր բոլորին, Չկրցայ մօրըս իմ ցաւը յայտնել, Ես Քեզի եկայ, պատկերիդ առաջ Ծնրադրեցի լուռ, աղօթեցի Քեզ, Քանզի եկայ ես, որ աղօթքիս հետ Սիրտդ մայրական իմ սիրտը կարդայ… …
Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա
Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Անուշ Նագգաշեան Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Անուշ նագգաշեան Ո ՜վ Աստուած Պապա Ամէն գիշեր ես Կ՚աղօթեմ քեզի, Կը լսե՞ս ինծի։ Տուեր ես ինծի Դուն ամէն բարիք, Հայրիկ եւ մայրիկ, Եղբայր եւ քոյրիկ։ Ունիմ խաղալիք, Գնդակ …
Ministry Groups
Contemplative Prayer Sessions
This Parish Initiative, developed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Abraham Malkhasyan, the pastor of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY, describes how to bring your parish community together for a different type of prayer that will edify …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Tending the Flock of God: Ruby and David’s Story
This is an excerpt from Fr. Garabed Kochakian’s book Tending the Flock of God. In the book, Fr. Garabed reflects on 25 years of service in the holy priesthood of the Armenian Apostolic Church and offers his advice on how to “tend …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Mystical Music: Healing Sharakan
“Mystical Music,” posted weekly on Vemkar’s Instagram page, introduces the beautiful hymns of the Armenian Apostolic Church. In this short episode, Dn. Michael Sabounjian introduces and Fr. Voskan Hovhannisyan sings a sharakan/շարական (a genre of hymn) from the Healing Service, …
We Believe: Jesus Made People Feel Better
This excerpt from the We Believe series “Jesus Made People Feel Better,” is a lesson plan for kindergarteners. The We Believe series is the long-standing Sunday School curriculum books of the Armenian Apostolic Church in America, produced by the Eastern Diocese’s Christian …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
The Violence of Racism
This Bible Study, “The Violence of Racism,” prepared by Fr. Yeprem Kelegian, uses the Parable of the Good Samaritan from the Gospel of Luke and passages from Amos, Genesis, and Galatians, to help us confront racism in ourselves and our …
Mystical Music: Healing Sharakan
“Mystical Music,” posted weekly on Vemkar’s Instagram page, introduces the beautiful hymns of the Armenian Apostolic Church. In this short episode, Dn. Michael Sabounjian introduces and Fr. Voskan Hovhannisyan sings a sharakan/շարական (a genre of hymn) from the Healing Service, …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
Communion for the Sick
This is an ancient service of healing of the Armenian Church. Click here to download a PDF of the Service, taken from the Mets Mashtots, the Book of Rituals of the Armenian Church: Communion for the Sick
Mystical Music: Healing Sharakan
“Mystical Music,” posted weekly on Vemkar’s Instagram page, introduces the beautiful hymns of the Armenian Apostolic Church. In this short episode, Dn. Michael Sabounjian introduces and Fr. Voskan Hovhannisyan sings a sharakan/շարական (a genre of hymn) from the Healing Service, …
The Rest of Fasting
In this lecture, “The Rest of Fasting,” delivered on April 8, 2020 for the Zohrab Information Center’s series on the Environment, Dr. Roberta Ervine explores how fasting offers rest and healing to both those who fast and to all of …
The Violence of Racism
This Bible Study, “The Violence of Racism,” prepared by Fr. Yeprem Kelegian, uses the Parable of the Good Samaritan from the Gospel of Luke and passages from Amos, Genesis, and Galatians, to help us confront racism in ourselves and our …
My Mother’s Love
Louise M. Yardumian’s beautiful reflection on “My Mother’s Love” is the basis for this discussion group, which encourages us to think about the healing love of Christ and those who embody it in our own parish communities. Click the button …
Christ as Healer Outreach Ideas
These ideas for outreach activities bring the healing love of Jesus Christ into your communities, parishes, and organizations. We hope you will find inspiration for outreach work that you can do! Click the button below for a PDF detailing some …