Western Diocese e-Newsletter

Western Diocese e-Newsletter
Dear Reader
The death of Christ symbolizes His defeat over death. As we approach the tomb of Christ on Good Friday, we cleanse ourselves from the burden of sin. Therefore, Good Friday is the day when we partake in Christ’s sufferings, and by kneeling at the Tomb of Christ, we receive the light emanating from the tomb.
On Good Friday, we sing fervently the hymn, “Holy God, Holy and Almighty and Immortal, who was crucified and buried for us, have mercy on us.” In singing this hymn, we relive the mystery of the crucifixion with a new commitment that the Savior remains to be the destiny of our life.
Archbishop Hovnan Derderian
Primate
April 2, 2010
The Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America, providing spiritual guidance and leadership to the Armenian Apostolic community, is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization comprised of more than 50 churches in 16 western states. It was established in 1898 as the Diocese of the Armenian Church encompassing the entire United States and Canada. In 1927 the Western Diocese was formed to exclusivly serve the western United States.
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