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Armenian Church of Southwest Florida Prepares for 2014-2015 Season
By Carole Meghreblian
FLArmenians Naples Contributor
The Armenian Church of Southwest Florida (ACSWFL) is pleased to announce the beginning of our mission parish services for the 2014-15 season. The ACSWFL celebrates Badarak during the months of November, January, February, and March, which is when the majority of our parishioners are in Southwest Florida. Services will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 3901 Davis Blvd., Naples, Florida.
Our first service will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2013 at 1:30 PM. Fr. Hovnan Demerjian of St. Hagop Armenian Church in Pinellas Park will officiate. A light luncheon will follow.
Future dates will be announced soon. Social events currently being planned for the upcoming season include a Christmas dinner, Bake Sale, Lenten Luncheon, Men/Ladies luncheon, and a picnic.
For further information about our mission parish, please feel free to contact me at (239) 348-3804 or carolemeghreblian@gmail.com. We look forward to welcoming you when you visit Southwest Florida.
Armenian Church of Southwest Florida Hosts First Annual Picnic
On March 18, the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida (ACSWFL) held its first church-sponsored picnic. Sixty-eight parishioners attended the event which was held at Longshore Lakes in Naples, Florida. The sumptuous buffet displayed a vast assortment of appetizers including sarma and hummus, as well as an excellent choice of entrées. Coffee and dessert completed this wonderful feast.
Margaret Harootunian, hostess of the event, provided each guest with a small packet of goodies. Inside each packet was a ticket for the many door prizes donated by local establishments.
Following the meal, guests played various games which they had brought from home. Tavooli, mahjong, and dominos seemed to be the most popular. A great time was had by all and we look forward to carrying on the tradition next year!
Reminder that our next church service will be held on April 6th at 1:30 pm at St Paul’s Church, 3901 Davis Blvd., Naples, Florida. Rev. Fr. Mampre will be the celebrant.
For more information please call ACSWFL at 239-348-3804.
Armenian Church of Southwest Florida Kicks Off 2014 Season
Seminarian Student Levon Asdourian (left), Fr. Mardiros Chevian (center) and Godfather of the Cross Ara Nersesian (right)
NAPLES, FL – Earlier this month, Rev. Fr. Mardiros Chevian and seminarian student Levon Asdourian, from St. Nersess Seminary in New York City, visited the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida (ACSWFL). Fr. Chevian joined with parishioners and led the celebration of the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany. Over 70 parishioners were in attendance at the January 12th service. Long time parishioner Ara Nersesian served as Godfather of the Cross at the Blessing of the Water Ceremony.
The ACSWFL has grown over the last few years as they have a full schedule of events planned this season, as FLArmenians reported last month.
On Sunday, February 16, the ACSWFL is pleased to welcome Rev. Fr. Aren Jebejian who will be celebrating Badarak. The Church annual bake sale will follow.
Rev. Fr. Daniel Findikyan will be with us to celebrate Holy Badarak on Sunday, March 9. The Annual Lenten Luncheon will be held following service. There is also the possibility of an additional service on April 6th.
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The ACSWFL is also planning two social events this season. A Women’s Luncheon/Men’s Stag Luncheon at M Waterfront Grille in Naples will be held on February 11, 2014. Our first Church picnic will be held at the Longshore Lake Clubhouse on March 18. Reservations are required for both social events.
To RSVP or for more information on upcoming activities, please contact ACSWFL Parish Council Chairperson Carole Meghreblian by telephone at (239) 348-3804 or via email at carolemeghreblian@gmail.com.
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