Syrian

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)

ORTHODOX CHURCHES

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church

Folder Visit of His Holiness Vazken I (1960) — News clipping, “Over 1,000 Persons Cordially Welcome Supreme Patriarch of All Armenians : Urged Loyalty to God and Country” in the Eagle-Tribune, 14 Jun. 1960, about the visit of His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of All Armenians (leader of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church) to the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church in Lawrence.

Folder Building Fund Benefit (1971) — Three envelopes containing:
Blank donation pledge sheet for the Cultural Building Fund.
Ticket to the Cultural Building Fund benefit drawing, to be held 13 Feb. 1971.
Invitation to private cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres, at Gaythorne Hall (Broadway, Methuen, Mass.), 14 May 1971, with a drawing.
One envelope is missing pledge sheet and cocktail hour invitation. (1989.102.003)

Folder Letterhead and Envelope. — Four blank pages of letterhead and one envelope, circa 1980s. (1989.102.002, 1989.102.008, 1990.120.047D)

Folder 50th Anniversary Letterhead. — Six blank pages of letterhead, circa 1981. (1989.102.007, 1990.120.047C)

Folder Reception for Very Rev. Fr. Baret Yeretzian (1982) — Program for the Reception and Buffet in honor of Very Reverend Father Baret Yeretzian on the occasion of his elevation to Dzayrakouyn Vartabed, held under the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Primate, on 23 Oct. 1982 at Der Vartan Avakian Hall. Program in Armenian and English. Speakers: Charles R. Kochakian, Michael Bogosian, Dr. Arshavir Gundjian (St. Gregory Armenian Church, Montréal), Harry Terzian (St. John’s Armenian Church, Southfield, Michigan), Fr. Mampre Kouzouian (Diocesan Council), Hayr Soorp Baret Yeretzian, His Eminence Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. Sixteen copies held. (1989.102.001, 1990.120.047A)

Folder 51st Anniversary Program (1982) — Program for the 51st Anniversary of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, held 24 Oct. 1982 at the Parish Hall. Invocation and message from His Eminence Torkom Manoogian. Address by Father Baret Yeretzian, pastor. Twelve copies held. One additional sheet, photocopied list of families, perhaps a guest list. (1989.102.004, 1990.120.047)

Folder Holy Cross Armenian Church – Women’s Guild (1983) — Flyer for upcoming events to take place in May 1983: Slide Lecture by Ruth Thomasian (Project SAVE) on 4 May 1983, Rummage Sale on 7 May 1983, and Monthly Family Get Together (full course shish-kebab dinner followed by card games and tavloo) on 21 May 1983. Written on back, address for Elizabeth Kochakian of Lawrence.

Folder Armenian Doll Exhibit (1985) — Flyer for the Authentic Armenian Doll Exhibit, sponsored by Daughters of Vartan of the Merrimack Valley, to be held 29 Sep. 1985 at Avakian Hall (of Holy Cross Armenian Church).

Folder 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Women’s Guild (1986) — Souvenir book for the 70th Anniversary of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Women’s Guild (1916–1988), with brief history and photographs of members. (1990.120.037)

Folder 10th Anniversary Banquet – Rev. Fr. Zenob Nalbandian — Program from the 10th Anniversary Banquet of the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Father Zenob Nalbandian, held 16 Apr. 1989 at Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church. Speakers: Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, Melik Krekorian, Mary Bogosian, Charles Kochakian, Vartan Dellekian, Ara Kalaydjian (editor, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator), Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian (Pastor of Holy Ascension Church), Krikor Keusseyan (editor, Baikar), Dr. Pergruhi Svajian (Professor, Brooklyn College, NY), and Yeretzgin Vartanoosh Avakian. (1991.064.005)

Folder Kinetzon: Book of Echoes (1997) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Echoes by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, 30 May 1997. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church, Kinetzon Committee. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Larry Pahigian, Sahag Sahagian, Dr. Vatche Ghazarian, Rev. Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Dr. Pergruhy Svajian, Krikor Keusseyan, Hampartsoum Berberian, Yeghia Adourian, Rev. Fr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian, Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian, Mary Bogosian, and Aram Demirjian. Folder contains: Program, text of speech delivered by Larry Pahigian (Master of Ceremonies), typescript of article about the Kinetzon event, and copy of a list of introductions of speakers (marked “Der Zenob’s Copy / FOR: Yadira Betances). (1998.014.032)

Folder Annual Festival (1997) — Flyer for Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church Annual Festival sponsored by the Women’s Guild, to be held 3 Aug. 1997 on the grounds of Ss. Vartanantz Armenian Church (Chelmsford, Mass.), with food, raffles, face painting, and music from The Sounds of the Hye Echoes group. (1998.014.031)

Folder Kinetzon Evening: Book of Identity (2002) — Documents relating to the book dedication/unveiling (a Kinetzon ceremony) for the Book of Identity by Rev. Zenob Nalbandian, held 27 Apr. 2002 in Lawrence. Sponsored by the Parish Council of the Holy Cross and St. Gregory Armenian Church of Lawrence and Haverhill. Speakers: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate), Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians (Master of Ceremonies), Dr. Vatche Ghazarian (translator and publisher), Yeretsgin Hamsig Nalbandian, Dr. Albert Ghassemian, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Krikor Maksoudian, with performances by Sossie Nalbandian and Angèle & Raffi Nalbandian.
Folder contains: Article titled “Kinetson : On Der Zenob’s ‘Book of Identity’”, and a copy of the presentation by Dr. Vartan Yeghiazarians. (2003.069.002)

St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church (North Andover, Mass.)

Folder St. Gregory Armenian Church — Photocopy of news clipping, “Armenian pride : St. Gregory’s celebrates Armenian heritage in festival on the Common” by Tovah Lazaroff in the North Andover Citizen (22 Jul. 1998), about festival held 19 Jul. 1998. Includes photos of Jim Apovian, Rev. Gomidas Baghsarian of Saint Gregory Armenian Church, Arevalois Kasparian, Elizabeth Giragosian, Zaben Ovian, and Ann Apovian.

The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (Haverhill, Mass. / Bradford, Mass.)

Folder The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe — Documents relating to the founding of the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Point, due to the merger of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church (Haverhill, Mass.) with Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church (Lawrence, Mass.). Folder includes:
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Chairman, Holy Cross Parish Council) and Albert S. Movsesian (Chairman, St. Gregory the Illuminator Parish Council) to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian (Primate) and Haig Dadourian (Chairman, Diocesan Council) of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, 25 Jan. 2002, requesting authorization to consolidate the two parishes. (Unsigned copy.)
Letter to Soorpazan Hyre, no author, undated, protesting the decision-making procedure of the Parish Councils, and providing questions.
Letter from Scott Sahagian (Interim Parish Council Chairman) and Fr. Zenob Nalbandian (Pastor) of Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church of Greater Lawrence, to Members and Parishioners, dated 15 Mar. 2002, inviting them to a “Town Meeting” on 3 Apr. 2002 with Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, to discuss consolidation.
Article, “Statement of Protest”, “presented on behalf of 58+ dues paying members and parishioners of the Lawrence Holy Cross Church”, with an “Introduction” explaining the background of the consolidation effort. (Two copies.)
Notes for meetings held 21 Mar. 2002 and 27 Mar. 2002, about the consolidation effort.
List of “Bullet Questions for Town Meeting”.
Printout of slide presentation, “Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church : Town Meeting” held 3 Apr. 2002, moderated by James Kalustian, 23 slides (pages).
Letter to Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Diocesan Council Members, Apr. 2002, expressing support for the consolidation, unsigned, with space for 10 signatures.
Article, “Hye Pointe Assembly Approves Site Preparation” by Harry Alexanian (Hye Pointe Connector), about meeting held 22 Jun. 2003, in which members of the Armenian Church of Hye Pointe voted to develop the Hye Pointe grounds in Bradford, Mass. (Haverhill).
Flyer announcing Blessing of the Cornerstones of the Future Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe by His Holiness Karekin II (Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians), to be held 8 Oct. 2007 (Bradford, Mass.), with papers from the Building Committee regarding proposed designs of the church, intended for parishioners.

Armenian Church of America (Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church)

Folder Armenian Church of America. — Folder contains documents relating to the 2007 Pontifical Visit to the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern) of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians.
Flyer, for events in the New England visit, 5–8 Oct. 2007: Young Professionals & College-Aged Young Adults Evening with His Holiness, 5 Oct. 2007, International Place (Boston); Children’s Breakfast & Service and Youth/Teen Gathering, 6 Oct. 2007, St. James Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, Mass.); Welcome Banquet in Honor of His Holiness Karekin II, 6 Oct. 2007, Fairmont Copley Ballroom (Boston); Pontifical Divine Liturgy, 7 Oct. 2007, Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church (Cambridge, Mass.).
News releases from the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, by Michael O’Hurley-Pitts, 5 Sep. 2007: “Armenian Church of America Announces the Pontifical Visit of His Holiness Karekin II”; “His Holiness Karekin II : Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians”; “Holy Etchmiadzin : The Mother See”; “The Armenian Church and the Diaspora : A Brief History from Armenia to America”; “His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian : Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)”.
Media release, contact Natasha Aljalian, “His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, To Visit New England During 2007 Pontifical Visit to the United States”.

Folder Etchmiadzin. — Three issues of Էջմիածին [Etchmiadzin] the official journal of Holy Etchmiadzin (the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Armenian Apostolic Church), printed in Armenian, with English table of contents. Two copies each of the Feb., Mar., and Apr. 1981 issues, each 60 pp. (1989.102.05 and 1990.120.048)

Folder Day By Day Newsletter — Fifteen copies of Day By Day : A Newsletter for Armenian Church Families, Vol. 3, No. 5 (Jan. 1982), single page. Published by Day By Day (Paramus, New Jersey). Articles include “Faith In Life: Prayer Life”, “Prayers of the Liturgy”, “Learning the Liturgy Together”, and “The Church I Inherited: Celebrating Theophany with Churorhnek”. Prepared by Barbara Hovsepian and Louise Kalemkerian. (1989.102.006, 1989.102.007, 1990.120.047)

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Folder History of St. George’s Parish — Article, “History of St. George’s Parish”, two pages of history about what was then called St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church. Document was removed from a larger publication. Handwritten date, 1 Jun. 1962. (1994.188.023)

Folder 45th Annual Conference (1983) — Souvenir program book, 45th Annual New England Region SOYO Parish Life Conference (Society of Orthodox Youth Organizations), held 22–26 Jun. 1983 at the Sheraton-Wayfarer (Bedford, N.H.), hosted by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lawrence), Rev. Fr. R. Joseph Mirowski. Book by Ralph Richards. Program, short history of St. George parish, advertisements. Approx. 120 pp. (1984.008.001)

Folder News Release and Photo — Untitled news release for religious events to take place 9–10 Jul. [1994], including a pastoral visit of His Eminence, Metropolitan Philip Saliba (Primate of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America) in which he will elevate Rev. Edward Hughes (Pastor, St. George) to the rank of Archpriest, with reception to follow. With biography of Father Hughes. Photo of the Elevation, held by LHC, photocopy in folder. (1994.188.024 and 1994.188.005)

Folder Bulletin – 24 Mar. 1996. — Bulletin for St. George Eastern Orthodox Church, in English and Arabic. (1999.051.032)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (1997) — Two tickets for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, to be held 6 Sep. 1997 in the Church Hall. (1998.013.066)

Folder Shish Kabob Dinner (2002) — Flyer for Shish Kabob Dinner, sponsored by Saint George Orthodox Church, to be held 7 Sep. 2002 in the Church Hall.

Folder News Clippings — Folder contains various news clippings about St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Includes:
“Tribute Paid Syrian Youth”, in the Eagle-Tribune (20 Oct. 1960) about St. George Syrian Orthodox Youth Organization (SOYO).
“SOYO Convention Elects”, in the Eagle-Tribune (circa 1968), about the 30th Annual SOYO Convention. Photocopy.
“St. George’s Church has new pastor”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (circa Nov. 1980), about new pastor Rev. Alexie Karam.
“New pastor at St. George’s revives Social Orthodox Youth Organization”, by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (6 Jun. 1981), about Rev. Alexie Karam and SOYO. Photocopy.
“Father comes for a special visit : St. George Orthodox Parish warmly welcomes bishop” in the Eagle-Tribune (28 Apr. 1985), about visit of Bishop Antoun Khouri. Mentions Bishop Khouri’s views of US foreign policy in the Middle East, in Israel, and about Zionism.
“Baker-turned-artist answers church’s prayer : ‘Windows to Heaven’ link Greek Orthodox parishes” by Kathy Brown in the Eagle-Tribune (19 Nov. 1988), about the work of iconographer Michael R. Meolas of Haverhill in St. George Orthodox Church, after being approached by Rev. Joseph Mirowski. Photocopy.
“Annual dinner” in the Eagle-Tribune (4 Sep. 1993), photo of annual lamb-on-the-stick dinner.

Saint Xenia Russian Orthodox Church (Methuen, Mass.)

Folder St. Xenia Orthodox Church — Printout of “Our Parish History”, written for 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Saint Xenia Orthodox Church, Hierarchical Services of All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy officiated by Most Rev. Metropolitan Laurus, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, 23–24 Sep. 2006.
Includes: “A Letter from Our Pastor”, “The History of St. Xenia Parish” (explaining origins in Haverhill), “A Permanent Home” (mentions former parish of Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist, in Lawrence), “History in Conclusion”, “History of the Church Choir”, “Sisterhood of the Myrrhbearers”, “Religious Instruction”, “Church Statistics”, and list of deceased parishioners.
Attached to back: “Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery”, description of cemetery established by the former Russian Orthodox parish of St. John the Baptist in Lawrence, now managed by St. Xenia parish. (2018)