“But God.” These two words, are a Gospel within a Gospel. They encapsulate the essence of our faith, the hope of our salvation, and the...

Many think that by believing in God and becoming a Christian, they will have a carefree life on earth with no responsibilities. They...

In 2020, I had the opportunity to visit the Vatican and Rome. Our group, which consisted of the clergy of the Eastern Churches, was taken...

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all consolation, who consoles us in all our...

There was an elderly clergyman who fell seriously ill. His right side was completely weakened; he couldn’t walk, and his eyes could...

Four candles were placed on an altar, their gentle flames casting a warm glow in the silent room. In the corner, a child was hiding near...

In the old times, when the sun set and the night fell, people didn’t have the convenience of streetlights or flashlights. The only source...

Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration. In Matthew 17, Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up to a high mountain. There, He...

One of America's most cherished symbols of freedom and independence is the Liberty Bell, cast way back in 1751. When I visited...

Bishop Mesrop Parsamyan - Sermon “Raising the Cross” Delivered on June 30, 2024 - At St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral, New York City IN THE...

At our diocesan center, we have many keys for all the entrance doors. Each key is designed to fit a specific door. If you don't have the...

Our heart is like a garden. What we plant in it will determine what grows. If we plant seeds of faith, hope, and love, we'll see a...

Picture a father who watches his child running towards danger. What does he do? He doesn't just stand by and let the child get hurt. He...

We live in a world where courage seems to be in short supply. Parents become overprotective, worrying about what might happen to their...

Every Sunday, we receive a beautiful and powerful invitation from our Lord—"Come to the Table." This special invitation calls us into a...

Chapter 13 of the Book of Genesis provides a perfect example of how our choices define our destiny. It tells the story of two men,...

When we think of protection, we don’t automatically think of a bird’s feathers. However, watching a documentary on birds, I discovered...

We live in a world that is often driven by fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of failure, fear of rejection. These fears can paralyze us,...

Have you ever wondered how some believers remain so calm in adversity? It feels like they are always in the presence of God. They inspire...

While in Armenia for the SSC meeting, I had the blessing of ordaining seven new priests at the St. Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral in...