Year End Reflections on Reflecting

Looking back but walking forward is the theme of this year end reflection by Fr. Vazken. "Behold, I make all things new" says Christ - keep Him central for a Happy 2013! Recorded LIVE on December 30, 2012 at the St. Peter Armenian Church Youth Ministries' Center, Glendale.
Lanugage: Armenian at beginning; English at minute: 8:04
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Connecticut Shooting Sermon

Sermon following the shooting in Connecticut by Fr. Vazken Movsesian. Topics of Hope, Forgiveness, Love explored in the aftermath of tragedy and in the Christmas season. Armodoxy understanding. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church, Glendale on December 16, 2012 Lanugage - Armenian at beginning; English at minute 9:35
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"They are all My Children"

December 9, 2012 - Children's Memorial Service - On the question of "Why death?" and finding purpose after tragedy. Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian. Introductory remarks by Maria Hamparian. Recorded LIVE at the Cathia Hamparian Memorial Service at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries Center, Glendale, CA.
Language: English
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The Jesus Christmas List

The Banquet in Luke 14 is explored as the prototype for Christmas giving. The "Jesus Christmas List" is decoded! Sermon delivered and recorded LIVE on December 9, 2012 at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries Center, Glendale, CA by Fr. Vazken Movsesian.
Armenian language at beginning, English language sermon begins at Minute 11:00.
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Thaddeus & Bartholomew - First Illuminators

The first enlighteners of the Armenian people - Thaddeus and Bartholomew. Their celebration is a call to turn back to the LIGHT of Christ. Sermon delivered and recorded LIVE on December 2, 2012 at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries Center, Glendale, CA by Fr. Vazken Movsesian. Armenian language at beginning, English language sermon begins at Minute 13:15 Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for Epostle.net
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Christmas is more than tweet

Beginning of the Advent season - Fr. Vazken explains the importance of taking time to prepare. Thanksgiving, losing the self and the model of the Eucharist are all part of this sermon. Delivered and recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries' Center, Glendale, CA on November 18, 2012.
Lanuage: Armenian at beginning
English begins at minute 12:12
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The miracle of the sleeping girl

Veterans Day and seeking the positive in negativity and doubting surroundings - to accent the strength that is within. A sermon with many points. Delivered and recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries Center, Glendale, CA on November 11, 2012
Armenian language at beginning,
English language sermon begins at  Minute 16:08
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"Politics, God & the Kingdom"

Fr. Vazken Movsesian's sermon before election day, talks about the real challenge for the church and the believer. The Kingdom of Heaven and the need to become engaged in thought and principles. In this sermon - the death of a baby, Syria and the Sandy disaster - why evil? Delivered on November 4, 2012 at the St. Peter Armenian Church Youth Ministries Center.
 Index - (minutes)
Opening announcements
Armenian Sermon: 4:02
English Sermon: 14:20
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Ostriches & Rubber Necks

Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian on October 21, 2012 - Luke 4 as Mission but viewed in context of recent occurrences, regarding Fr. Barthev, the politics behind the scenes and solutions. English - talking about staying loyal to the dreams and aspirations. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church and Youth Ministries Center.
Sermon in Armenian, English at minute: 14:35
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Varakah Khatch Sermon at 30th Anniversary

Varakah Khatch - September 30, 2012 - The "Armenian Cross" - Fr. Vazken's sermon on the 30th Anniversary of his ordination, the feast of the Cross of Varak.  The story of the Indian Orthodoxy Catholicos and his message of the "Armenian Cross." An important message regarding how to view the crosses of life. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries' Center in Glendale, California.
Language - first few minutes, comments in both Armenian & English regarding the Avon Breast Cancer Walk. Sermon in Armenian. English at minute 17:18.
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The Power of God & Healing

Exaltation of the Holy Cross 2012 - September 16, 2012 - On the message of the Cross - finding the Power of God. Understanding that power. Marxian opium for the masses and our failure to find it in the Armenian Church (in Armenian). The miracle of the Basil Tea (English). On Eli Eli Lama Sabacthani - has God forsaken us? Delivered and recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries Center, Glendale, CA. Armenian language at beginning, English language sermon begins at Minute 13:45
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Focusing on What's Important

A Labor Day message from Fr. Vazken, 2 September 2012 - Armenian portion: focusing in on the purpose of life. When did we abandon our principles? Hem-lines and head-covers: An Armenian Orthodox answer to the fashion statements in church and then a look at the "large stuff" - the things that require sweating - Hungary sanctioning murder, the Azeri response and an Armenian answer. English: on the balance of work and play, and the importance of worship. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church in Glendale, California. Armenian language at beginning. English language sermon at minute 13:00.
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The Divorce Comma

Fr. Vazken's Sermon on Divorce - it's not about judgment, but about moving on. The Armodoxy perspective. On scriptural passage - Matthew 19:3f - Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church and Youth Ministries Center on July 29, 2012.
Language - Armenian in beginning. English at Minute 12:10
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Fathers' Day 2012 - Abp. Vatche Hovsepian

Guest Sermon: Archbishop Vatche Hovsepian offers this sermon on Fathers' Day at the Armenian Church Youth Ministries' Center in Glendale, California on June 17, 2012. On fathers, family and life. Recorded LIVE.
Language: Armenian & English

Finding Purpose in Life on the Straight Path

Sermon by Fr. Vazken Movsesian, delivered and recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries' Center in Glendale, on June 3, 2012. Why politics and religion don't mix. On finding the purpose of life. Why Rock & Roll belongs to Armenia and the original Caucasians.
Armenian Language begins at minute 1:35 and English at 11:45.
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The Ascension Call at Sardarabad

The call to freedom and wholeness, with themes of Sardarabad and Ascension. Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian on May 20, 2012 at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries' Center in Glendale, CA. Recorded LIVE. Language: Armenian at beginning; English at minute 13:04
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Keeping the Resurrection "New"

Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian on April 15, 2012 ("New Sunday") at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries' Center. The call to keep victory and resurrection on top of the "status" line is the topic of this sermon delivered in Armenian and English (at minute 10:38). Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for Epostle.net
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Palm Sunday 2012

Palm Sunday 2012 - April 1, 2012 - NO JOKE, You've won the lottery! It's the beginning of Holy Week and the beginning of April - Can we find salvation within and without? Challenging the revolution within and without. Delivered and recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries' Center, Glendale, CA.
Armenian language at beginning, English language sermon begins at Minute 8:50
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The Prodigal Son (2012)

Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian on March 4, 2012 - "The Prodigal Son" from Luke 15. On the transforming power of Christ. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church and Youth Ministries Center.
Armenian Language begins; English Language begins at minute 11:30.
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Poon Paregentan - Day of Good Living

Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian on February 19, 2012 - "Day of Good Living" - Poon Paregentan - pre-Lenten message of preparation. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church and Youth Ministries Center.  Time index - 0:00 - Introduction Abp. Vatche Hovsepian, Fr. Zaven Arzoumanian and Fr. Karekin Kasparian and the "Battle of Vartanantz." Minute 3:15 - Same clergy introduced; Minute 6:20 - "No Brag, Just Fact"; Minute 7:30 - Reader Taline Nazarian reads Isaiah 58:6-14; Minute 10:05 - Armenian Sermon; Minute 18:20 - English Sermon
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St. Sarkis and Christian Responsibility - Prelude to Domestic Violence Work

On St. Sarkis - having a "mature" Christian faith means responsibility. About the issue and problem of domestic violence within the Armenian Community. Unveiling of the "Violence Hurts; Love Conquers" icon. Sermon delivered by Fr. Vazken Movsesian on February 5, 2012. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church and Youth Ministries Center in Glendale.
Armenian Language at beginning. English at minute 15:40.
Reader: Tamar Chavdarian
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Returning Home

Sermon delivered on January 8, 2012 by Fr. Vazken Movsesian at the Armenian Church Youth Ministries Center in Glendale, California. Making the Nativity story relevant - Fr. Vazken explains how Armenians have ended up in a Diaspora created because of a Herod-like enemy. And as Joseph and Mary were called back from Egypt, the time has come for Armenians to return to their spiritual roots. Sermon begins with with a reading by Rita Papazian and leads to Fr. Vazken's defense of the Armenian Church.
Sermon delivered in Armenian and the English portion begins at minute 15:30
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New Year 2012 - New Life into New Wineskins

January 1, 2012 - Ushering in the New Year with a spiritual message that challenges us to greet the new opportunities in life. Like wine, Life is acidy. It eats away at you. Life doesn't always follow as you predict - "Life is something that happens to you while you are busy making other plans." - John Lennon. Here are some pointers for the new year and the direction of life, any day of the year. Recorded LIVE at the St. Peter Armenian Church & Youth Ministries Center in Glendale, California on January 1, 2012. Fr. Vazken also comments on the disgusting way the Glendale Armenian community has sold out Christmas.
Index:
00 - Intro and announcements
4:00 - Reader Christaphor Movsesian
6:00 - Armenian Sermon
16:37 - English Sermon
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