Today we are celebrating the Solemnity of the Feast of the Epiphany and the Baptism of the Lord. Our readings are Titus 2:11-15 and Matthew 2:1-12. For the Blessing of the Water, the readings are:
2 Kings 2:19-22, Isaiah 12:3-6, I Corinthians 10:1-4 and Matthew 3:13-17

The Badarak is being offer for the intention of the parishioners of St. Marks.

Christmas Greetings:
Krisdos dzunav yev haydnetsav; Orhnyal e haydnoutyounun Krisdosi.
Christ was Born and Revealed; Blessed is the Revelation of Christ.

Badaraks during the week are:
Monday For the souls of Mike & Amalia Darmanian
Tuesday For the deceased members of the Ghazikian family
Wednesday For the benefactors of St. Marks
Thursday In thanksgiving to our Lady / req. by the Mazzone family
Friday For the deceased members of the Mikaelian family
Saturday For the souls of Rose Cholakian and Decd members of the Cholakian & Vendittelli families
Sunday

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, Peggy Fala, Liparid Kevorkian and Marie Moussayan.

January Memorials

Sanctuary Lamp I & II – Open Intentions
Altar Candles – In memory of Charles & Claire Mardigian / req. by Gregory and Cookie Vosbikian & family
Holy Cross – Open Intentions
Bl. Mother Candles – Open Intentions
O L of Perp. Help – Open Intentions
Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Araxie Sinanian / req. by the Zerounian family
Bread & Wine – Open Intentions

There are many openings in February – Please see or email Patrick (PJDEMPSEY50@verizon.net)

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 32 Attendance Last year – 66

Average Sunday Attendance for 2011 – 60 (down 4 from 2010)

Coming Events

Jan. 10 – Parish Council meeting at 7 PM
Jan. 15 – Installation of the new Parish Council for 2012
Jan. 21 – Family Night Hosted by Rita Mouradian
Feb. 5 – Super Sunday –Seminarians from St. Charles
Feb. 16 – Vartanantz Commemorative
Feb. 19 Parish Wedding Anniversaries – Celebrant – Bishop Mouradian

PARISH NOTES:

Blessing of Water – will be held today. Barkev Sarkahian, son of Marty &Nora Sarkahian will serve as the “godfather” of the Blessing of Water service. The water blessed today is to be consumed at church at the completion of the ceremony.

Today’s Baptism should remind us of our own Baptism. Take this day to reflect on how you have lived out your baptismal promises.

Brunch – Mike & Meline Palma have again graciously undertaken the annual brunch. Please support their efforts and your parish. Thank you.

2012 Eparchy Calendar have arrived please see Patrick for your copy, there is no charge or donations for the calendar.

House Blessings – If you would like to have your home blessed during this Christmas Season, please make the necessary arrangements with Fr. Mikael.

Our Thanks – to Joe & Sona Hoplamazian for their donation of the beautiful poinsettias and greens for our Christmas decorations.

Thank You – to our Parish Organizations, which have turned over to the Church a check for $10,000.00. We owe our sincere gratitude to all who worked so hard during the year and to those who supported their works.

Your Christmas gift to your parish . . . will, we know, reflect your appreciation of God’s goodness to you. We thank you for your generous sacrifice both a Christmas and all year through.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Host for Next Sunday – we need a host?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home?

Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Feb. 3 at 6:30 PM.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

New Year’s Day Vigil – Our readings are Philippians 2:5-11 and Luke 2:21
New Year’s Day – Our readings are Philippians 2:5-11 and Luke 2:21

The Badarak is being offer for the intention of the parishioners of St. Marks.

Christmas Greetings:
Krisdos dzunav yev haydnestav; Orhnyal eh haydnootyunn Krisdosi.
Christ was born and revealed; Blessed is the revelation of Christ.

Badaraks during the week are:
Monday For the soul of Ted Sookiasian / req. by Andre & Ginny Garabedian
Tuesday For the soul of Martin Shelengian / req. by Andre & Ginny Garabedian
Wednesday For the soul of Rev. James King / req. by Terrie Gaspar
Thursday Open Intention
Friday Feast of the Epiphany – Badarak at 10:30 AM & 1st Friday at 6:30 PM
Saturday For the deceased of the Parish / Or Merelots – 10:30 AM
Sunday Ceremony of John the Baptist

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, Peggy Fala, Liparid Kevorkian and Marie Moussayan.

January Memorials

Sanctuary Lamp I & II – Open Intentions
Altar Candles – In memory of Charles & Claire Mardigian / req. by Gregory and Cookie Vosbikian & family
Holy Cross – Open Intentions
Bl. Mother Candles – Open Intentions
O L of Perp. Help – Open Intentions
Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Araxie Sinanian / req. by the Zerounian family
Bread & Wine – Open Intentions

There are many openings in January – Please see or email Patrick ( PJDEMPSEY50@verizon.net)

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday (Christmas) – 156 Attendance Last Christmas – 160

Average Attendance for 2011 – 61 (down 3 from 2010)

Coming Events

Jan. 6 – Feast of the Epiphany
Mass at 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM

Jan. 7 – Or Merelots at 10:30 AM

Jan. 8 - John the Baptist Ceremony
Sunday Brunch – Mike Palma

Jan. 15 – Installation of the new Parish Council for 2012

Jan. 21 – Family Night
Hosted by Rita Mouradian

Feb. 5 – Super Sunday –Seminarians
from St. Charles

Feb. 16 – Vartanantz Commemorative

Feb. 19 Parish Wedding Anniversaries –
Celebrant – Bishop Mouradian

PARISH NOTES:

Blessing of Water – will be held, next Sunday (Jan 8). Barkev Sarkahian, son of Marty &Nora Sarkahian will serve as the “godfather” of the Blessing of Water service.

House Blessings – If you would like to have your home blessed during this Christmas Season, please make the necessary arrangements with Fr. Mikael.

Our Thanks – to Joe & Sona Hoplamazian for their donation of the beautiful poinsettias and greens for the church Christmas decorations.

Thank You – to our Parish Organizations, which have turned over to the Church $10,000.00. We owe our sincere gratitude to all who worked so hard during the year and to those who supported their works.

2nd Collection – taken last Sunday for the benefit of the poor in Armenia amounted to $338.00. Thank you for your support and generosity.

Parishioners/Friends: You should have received several emails on recent events. If you didn’t receive them, please notify the Church office of your name and email address so you’ll be included on all future messages.

Your Christmas gift to your parish . . . will, we know, reflect your appreciation of God’s goodness to you. We thank you for your generous sacrifice both a Christmas and all year through.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home?

Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Feb. 3 at 6:30 PM.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Christmas Vigil – Our readings are Titus 2:11-15 and Matthew 1:18-25
Christmas Day – Our readings are Titus 2:11-15 and Luke 2:1-7

Christmas Greetings

Krisdos dzunav yev haydnestav; Orhnyal eh haydnootyunn Krisdosi.
Christ was born and revealed; Blessed is the revelation of Christ.

Badaraks during the week are:

Monday For the soul of Jean Dempsey / req. by Patrick & Terry Dempsey
Tuesday For the soul of Hovaness Moussayan
Wednesday Open Intention
Thursday In honor of the Immaculate Conception / req. by the Mazzone family
Friday Open Intention
Saturday For the soul of Dorothy Seta Sookiasian / req. by Naz Sookiasian
Sunday NEW YEAR’S DAY – BADARAK AT NOON

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, Peggy Fala, Liparid Kevorkian and Marie Moussayan.

December Memorials
Sanctuary Lamp I & II – In honor of our children Kevork, Sarkis, and Mikeal / Req. by André and Rosa Zeibari

Altar Candles – For the intention of Mike Scutti / req. by Marion Tootelian

Holy Cross – For the Deceased members of the Sherian family / req. by Mike & Liz Scutti

Bl. Mother Candles – In memory of Araxe Tootelian / req. by Marion Tootelian

Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Antoine Sajonian / req. by Therese & Ovsanna Sajonian

O L of Perp. Help – In memory of Jean Dempsey / req. by Patrick & Theresa Dempsey

Bread & Wine – In memory of Sarkis & Marie Kechian / req. by Antranik & Sara Kechian

There are many openings in January – Please see or email Patrick ( PJDEMPSEY50@verizon.net)

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 69 Attendance Last Year – 56
Coming Events

Dec 30/31-PAND New Year’s Eve Events

Jan 1 – New Years Day – Mass at Noon.

Jan. 6 – Feast of the Epiphany
Mass at 10:30 AM

Jan. 7 – Mass for decd parishioners at 10:30

Jan. 8 - John the Baptist Ceremony
Sunday Brunch

Jan. 21 – Family Night
Hosted by Rita Mouradian

Feb. 5 – Super Sunday

Feb. 19 Parish Wedding Anniversaries –
Celebrant – Bishop Mouradian

PARISH NOTES:

Blessing of Baby Jesus – Families are invited to bring their images and statues of the Baby Jesus, which will grace their Nativity crèche, for Father Mikael will bless them at the Vigil Badarak. Bless the Baby Jesus is an opportunity to reinforce the central place of Jesus Christ within the family.

Fear Not!
Lord, you have reached out to us. Help us to receive you every day of our lives so that we might lie forever in your love. Amen

Christmas Eve – Attendance at Badarak on Christmas Eve will fulfill your obligation to attend Badarak on Christmas day/Sunday. The children of the parish will participate in the procession in bearing the Infant to the Manger at the end of the Vigil Badarak.

Our Thanks to Joe & Sona Hoplamazian for their donation of the beautiful poinsettias and greens for the church Christmas decorations.

Thank You – to our Parish Organizations, which have turned over to the Church $10,000.00. We owe our sincere gratitude to all who worked so hard during the year and to those who supported their works.

2nd Collection – will be taken, today (last Sunday of the month)(for those at the Vigil please place your envelope in the first collection) for the benefit of the poor in Armenia. Thank you for your support and generosity.

Christmas Sharing – This year we have picked St John’s Hospice, in Philadelphia, They need . . . soap, shampoo, toothbrushes & toothpaste, deodorant, shavers and shaving cream. Please place them in the marked containers. Thank you for your support.

God Father – for the Feast of the Epiphany, we are taking names of children (ages 7-12 and received their 1st Comm.) who would like to be the God Father for this important event. Please put the child’s(rens) name in the box in the first pew. The God Father will be picked on today.

Parishioners/Friends: You should have received several emails on recent events. If you didn’t receive them, please notify the Church office of your name and email address so you’ll be included on all future messages.

Your Christmas gift to your parish . . . will, we know, reflect your appreciation of God’s goodness to you. We thank you for your generous sacrifice both a Christmas and all year through.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home?

Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Jan. 5 at 6:30 PM.

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. The hall lights have been upgraded with a more energy effective fixtures, new emergency lights have been installed in the hall and a few other electrical problems have been corrected. Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Today is the Third Sunday of Hisnak/Advent. Our readings are 1 Thessalonians 4:1-13 and
Luke 13: 1-9

We are very pleased to welcome his Excellency, the Most Rev. Mikael Mouradian on his first pastoral visit to St. Marks, who is offering the Badarak this morning.

During today’s Badarak please pray for the soul of Araxe Tootelian.

Marion Tootelian has requested the Hokehandkisd this morning.

Badaraks during the week are:

Monday For the benefactors of St. Marks
Tuesday For the deceased members of the Mikaelian family
Wednesday For the souls of Mike & Amalia Darmanian
Thursday For the deceased members of the Ghazikian family
Friday For the soul of Kohar Pasquale / req. by Gary Bezdikian
Saturday For the souls of Rose Cholakian and Decd members of the Cholakian & Vendittelli families
Sunday Open Intention

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, Peggy Fala and Liparid Kevorkian .

December Memorials

Sanctuary Lamp I & II – In honor of our children Kevork, Sarkis, and Mikeal /
Req. by André and Rosa Zeibari

Altar Candles – For the intention of Mike Scutti / req. by Marion Tootelian

Holy Cross – For the Deceased members of the Sherian family / req. by Mike & Liz Scutti

Bl. Mother Candles – In memory of Araxe Tootelian / req. by Marion Tootelian

Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Antoine Sajonian / req. by Therese & Ovsanna Sajonian

O L of Perp. Help – In memory of Jean Dempsey / req. by Patrick & Theresa Dempsey

Bread & Wine – In memory of Sarkis & Marie Kechian / req. by Antranik & Sara Kechian

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 56 Attendance Last Year – 58
Coming Events

Dec 13 - Parish Council meeting

Dec 18 – Blessing of Baby Jesus for your Nativity scene at home.
Dec 24 – Christmas Eve – Mass at 7:30 PM

Dec 25 – Christmas Day – Mass at 10:30 AM

Jan 1 – New Years Day – Mass at Noon.

Dec 30/31-PAND New Year’s Eve Events

Jan. 6 – Feast of the Epiphany
Mass at

Jan. 8 - Sunday Brunch

PARISH NOTES:

Celebrate Advent with your family – It’s a time to pray together. During Advent, you and your family can look forward to celebrating Christ’s birth. This is a time to reflect on Christ’s presence in everyday life. Plan to say a prayer together during each day of Advent. For example, your family could say prayers to: thank God, for something that happened during the day, thank God for the gift of family and friends and express your hopes for the future.

Blessing of Baby Jesus – Families are invited to bring their images and statues of the Baby Jesus, which will grace their Nativity crèche, for Father Mikael to bless on Sunday, December 18. As Advent is a time to prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas, Bless the Baby Jesus is an opportunity to reinforce the central place of Jesus Christ within the family.

Joy for the Taking

Lord, you have given me so much. Help me to recognize my blessings and give thanks to you. Amen.

Christmas Eve – Attendance at Badarak on Christmas Eve will fulfill your obligation to attend Badarak on Christmas day. The children of the parish will participate in the procession in bearing the Infant to the Manger at the end of the Badarak.

Altar Flowers – This morning were donated by Joe & Sona Hoplamazian (Wedgewood Gardens) for the great Glory of God.

Your Christmas gift to your parish . . . will, we know, reflect your appreciation of God’s goodness to you. We thank you for your generous sacrifice both a Christmas and all year through.

Christmas Sharing – This year we have picked St John’s Hospice, in Philadelphia, They need . . . soap, shampoo, toothbrushes & toothpaste, deodorant, shavers and shaving cream. Please bring your items by Sunday, Dec. 18th and place them in the marked containers. Thank you for your support.

Our Prayers & Best Wishes – To our dear Sisters, who celebrated their Feast day (Immaculate Conception) on this past Friday.

New Altar Bible – We wish to thank Asadur & Arpy Minasian who have donated the cost of our new Altar Gospel Book. In honor of both our parents who have led us, and to our children, Vahe, Sareen and Nare who will one day lead us.

God Father – for the Feast of the Epiphany, we are taking names of children who would like to be the God Father for this important event. Please put the child’s(rens) name in the box in the first pew. The God Father will be picked on Christmas Day.

Parishioners/Friends: You should have received several emails on today’s events. If you didn’t receive them, please notify the Church office of your name and email address so you’ll be included on all future messages.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Jan. 5 at 6:30 PM.

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. The hall lights have been upgraded with a more energy effective fixtures, new emergency lights have been installed in the hall and a few other electrical problems have been corrected. Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home?

Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Today is the Second Sunday of Hisnak/Advent. Our readings are 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 and Luke 12:13-31

During today’s Badarak please pray for the soul of Leonie Garabedian and the soul of Peter Bohdjelian.

The Garabedian Family and the Bohdjelian family have requested the Hokehandkisd this morning

Badaraks during the week are:

Monday For the soul of
Tuesday For the soul of
Wednesday For the
Thursday Open Intention
Friday For the soul of
Saturday Open Intention
Sunday Open Intention

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, and Peggy Fala (home).

Please pray for the soul of Martin Shelengian, father of Karen (Gregory) Sookiasian, who passed away the past week. His viewing and funeral service will be held at St. Gregory’s church this Monday.

December Memorials

Sanctuary Lamp I & II – In honor of our children Kevork, Sarkis, and Mikeal / Req. by André and Rosa Zeibari

Altar Candles – For the intention of Mike Scutti / req. by Marion Tootelian

Holy Cross – For the Deceased members of the Sherian family / req. by Mike & Liz Scutti

Bl. Mother Candles – In memory of Araxe Tootelian / req. by Marion Tootelian

Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Antoine Sajonian / req. by Therese & Ovsanna Sajonian

O L of Perp. Help – In memory of Jean Dempsey / req. by Patrick & Theresa Dempsey

Bread & Wine – In memory of Sarkis & Marie Kechian / req. by Antranik & Sara Kechian

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 49 Attendance Last Year – 59
Coming Events

Dec 9 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Dec 11- Pontifical Badarak Bishop Mouradian And Children’s Christmas Party
Dec 13 - Parish Council meeting
Dec 18 – Blessing of Baby Jesus for your Nativity scene at home.
Dec 30/31 PAND New Year’s Eve Events

PARISH NOTES:

First Pastoral Visit – Bishop Mouradian will arrive on this Wednesday (12/7) and will offer the 6:30 Badarak. His Excellency will offer the 10:30 Sunday Badarak on Dec. 11 and a reception will follow the Badarak in our Church Hall. The Bishop will be leaving Philadelphia on Monday. We are asking everyone to bring an item for the buffet table on Sunday. Please inform Rosa Zeibari what you are bringing to avoid any duplication of items.

Celebrate Advent with your family – It’s a time to pray together. During Advent, you and your family can look forward to celebrating Christ’s birth. This is a time to reflect on Christ’s presence in everyday life. Plan to say a prayer together during each day of Advent. For example, your family could say prayers to: thank God, for something that happened during the day, thank God for the gift of family and friends and express your hopes for the future.

Blessing of Baby Jesus – Families are invited to bring their images and statues of the Baby Jesus, which will grace their Nativity crèche, for Father Mikael to bless on Sunday, December 18. As Advent is a time to prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas, Bless the Baby Jesus is an opportunity to reinforce the central place of Jesus Christ within the family.

Waiting in Hope

Lord Jesus, prepare our hearts to receive you, today and every day of our lives. Amen.

Christmas Eve – Attendance at Badarak on Christmas Eve will fulfill your obligation to attend Badarak on Christmas day. The children of the parish will participate in the procession in bearing the Infant to the Manager at the end of the Badarak.

Christmas Sharing – This year we have picked St John’s Hospice, in Philadelphia, They need . . . soap, shampoo, toothbrushes & toothpaste, deodorant, shavers and shaving cream. Please bring your items by Sunday, Dec. 18th and place them in the marked containers. Thank you for your support.

Second Collection – taken last Sunday for the benefit of the poor in Armenia amounted to $170.00. Thank you for your support and generosity.

New Altar Bible – We have purchased a new Armenian (Ashkharpar) Bible for our Altar, which we are using this morning. If anyone would like to cover the cost as a memorial or donation, please see Patrick.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Jan. 5 at 6:30 PM.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. The hall lights have been upgraded with a more energy effective fixtures, new emergency lights have been installed in the hall and a few other electrical problems have been corrected. Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home? Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Today is the First Sunday of Advent
Our readings are I Thessalonians 1:1-10 and Luke 12:13-31

During today’s Badarak please pray for the intention of all those individuals who have given of their time and efforts for all of our social events at St. Mark’s during 2011, Thank you everyone.

Badaraks during the week are:

Monday For the soul of John Longi / req. by Patrick & Theresa Dempsey
Tuesday For the soul of Artemis Apelian / req. by Patrick & Theresa Dempsey
Wednesday For the benefactors of St. Marks
Thursday Open Intention
Friday For the souls of Hovhanes & Arshagouhi Demirdjian / req. by Marie Koyoumdjian
Saturday Open Intention
Sunday Open Intention

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, and Peggy Fala (home).

November Memorials

Sanctuary Lamp I – In memory of Albert Hagopian / req. by Helen Hagopian
Sanctuary Lamp II – In memory of Nicolae Tudor (20th Ann) / req. by Alice Tudor
Altar Candles – For the intention of Mike Scutti / req. by Marion Tootelian
Holy Cross – In memory of Jack Zarzatian / req. by John, Adrienne & Christina Juskalian
Bl. Mother Candles – In memory of Roxie & Tony Sabatino / req. by The Zerounian family
Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Araxe Tootelian / req. by Marion Tootelian
O L of Perp. Help – Special Intention / req. by Garo Ghazarian
Bread & Wine – In memory of Manoushag Chirkinian / req. by Antranik & Sara Kechian

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 43
Attendance Last Year – 47

Coming Events

Dec. 2 – First Friday
Dec 9 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Dec 11- Pontifical Badarak Bishop Mouradian And Children’s Christmas Party
Dec 13 - Parish Council meeting
Dec 18 – Blessing of Baby Jesus for your Nativity scene at home.
Dec 30/31 PAND New Year’s Eve Events

PARISH NOTES:

First Pastoral Visit – Bishop Mouradian will arrive on December 7 and on the same day will offer the 6:30 Badarak. His Excellency will offer the 10:30 Sunday Badarak on Dec. 11 and a reception will follow the Badarak in our Church Hall. The Bishop leaves Philadelphia on Monday. We are asking everyone to bring an item for the buffet table on Sunday. Please inform Rosa Zeibari what you are bringing to avoid any duplication of items.

Food Court / Our thanks to all the women who have cooked and/or prepared the foods these past few weeks, to the men who prepared and cooked the meat, to those who set up and/or broke down, to those who helped with the mailing of the chances and flyer, to those who designed the flyer, to those who helped at the different stations and those who helped in any way to make the event a great success as usual.

Celebrate Advent with your family – It’s a time to pray together. During Advent, you and your family can look forward to celebrating Christ’s birth. This is a time to reflect on Christ’s presence in everyday life. Plan to say a prayer together during each day of Advent. For example, your family could say prayers to: thank God, for something that happened during the day, thank God for the gift of family and friends and express your hopes for the future.

Blessing of Baby Jesus – Families are invited to bring their images and statues of the Baby Jesus, which will grace their Nativity crèche, for Father Mikael to bless on Sunday, December 18. As Advent is a time to prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas, Bless the Baby Jesus is an opportunity to reinforce the central place of Jesus Christ within the family.

Waiting in Hope

Lord Jesus, prepare our hearts to receive you, today and every day of our lives. Amen.

Second Collection – will be taken today for the benefit of the poor in Armenia. Thank you for your support and generosity.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Dec. 2 at 6:30 PM.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Counting the Collections – The last few months there has been only one person to count the collection on Sunday. We know we can trust. . . but we should have TWO individuals to do the counting. It takes no more than ½ hour on the average to do the counting. If you can give us this time after the Koffee Klutch for even just one Sunday a month, please contact Patrick.

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. The hall lights have been upgraded with a more energy effective fixtures, new emergency lights have been installed in the hall and a few other electrical problems have been corrected. Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home? Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Today is the 10th Sunday of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
Our readings are Philippians 1:1-11 and Luke 9:44-50.

During today’s Badarak please pray for the souls of Mary & George Kanjian.

The Hokehandkisd this morning is being requested by Nevart Zeibari.

Badaraks during the week are:
Monday For the soul of Joseph Kouyoumdjian / req. by Marie Kouyoumdjian
Tuesday For the soul of Seta Sookiasian / req. by Naz Sookiasian
Wednesday For the soul of Joseph Kouyoumdjian / req. by Marie Kouyoumdjian
Thursday For the soul of Joseph Kouyoumdjian / req. by Marie Kouyoumdjian
Friday For the soul of Joseph Kouyoumdjian / req. by Marie Kouyoumdjian
Saturday For the soul of Ted Sookiasian / req. by Patty Tootelian
Sunday Open Intention

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Paul Mirzayan, Naz Sookiasian, and Peggy Fala (home).

Honoring All Who Served, Veterans Day- On November 13h the Philadelphia Armenian-American Veterans Association are donating the altar flowers “Remembering All that Served”. Let us celebrate our Veterans who fought and died so that we can enjoy the freedom that we have today. God Bless the USA. – Philadelphia Armenian-American Veterans Association

November Memorials
Sanctuary Lamp I – In memory of Albert Hagopian / req. by Helen Hagopian

Sanctuary Lamp II – In memory of Alice Tudor (20th Ann) / req. by Alice Tudor

Altar Candles – For the intention of Mike Scutti / req. by Marion Tootelian

Holy Cross – In memory of Jack Zarzatian / req. by John, Adrienne & Christina Juskalian

Bl. Mother Candles – In memory of Roxie & Tony Sabatino / req. by The Zerounian family

Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Araxe Tootelian / req. by Marion Tootelian

O L of Perp. Help – Special Intention / req. by Garo Ghazarian

Bread & Wine – In memory of Manoushag Chirkinian / req. by Antranik & Sara Kechian

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8
Attendance for last Sunday – 50
Attendance Last Year – 60
Coming Events

Dec 11- Pontifical Badarak
Bishop Mouradian

Children’s Christmas Party
We need a chairperson

PARISH NOTES:

First Pastoral visit – Bishop Mouradian will arrive on December 7 and will offer the 6:30 Badarak. His Excellency will offer the 10:30 Sunday Badarak on Dec. 11 a reception will follow the Badarak in our Church Hall. The Bishop leaves Philadelphia on Monday.

Parish Council Elections – was held last Sunday and Matthew Bouloutian was elected the Parish Council new Treasurer. No one from the parish came forward to fill the position of the Social Delegate. We will try to fill the position at another date.

Food Court / Our thanks to all the women who have cooked and/or prepared the foods these past few weeks, to the men who prepared and cooked the meat, to those who set up and/or broke down, to those who helped with the mailing of the chances and flyer, to those who designed the flyer, to those who helped at the different stations and those who helped in any way to make the event a great success as usual.

Thank you – to the following individuals who have become Patron/Donors for the 2011 Armenian Food Court:

To our Patrons: The Garabedian family and Greg & Arlet Zeibari

To our Gold Donors: Mickey Sherian ( in memory of George Sherian, Jr. & Juhar & George Sherian)and Simon & Judy Oulouhojian (in memory of Simon & Rose Oulouhojian), Zohrab & Inge Zeibari; Rita Odabashian (in memory of Arthur Odabashian); Gino & Mary Vendittelli (in memory of Barkeshed Cholakian & Rose Cholakian); Ed Harootunian (in memory of Rose Marie S. Harootunian); Mike & Liz Scutti; Alice Bohdjelian; Aram & Linda Bohdjelian, the Zerounian family (in memory of Albert Zerounian) and Vartan Aslolian II.

To our Silver Donors: Andre & Anne Assalian (decd members of the Assalian & McCullough Families); Vicken & Jeannette Keshishian; Movses Kadyan; Helen Hagopian; Peter & Irene Vosbikian; and Hagop & Linda Zarzatian, Jr. (in memory of Hagop & Gladys Zarzatian, Sr.)

The Armenian Sisters Academy – will have an Open House at the Academy on Tuesday, November 15. Please check their website or contact the ASA for additional information.

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Counting the Collections – The last few months there has been only one person to count the collection on Sunday. We know we can trust. . . but we should have TWO individuals to do the counting. It takes no more than ½ hour on the average to do the counting. If you can give us this time after the Koffee Klutch for even just one Sunday a month, please contact Patrick.

Note: Hurtful things wrinkle my heart – forgiveness puts it back into shape.

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. The hall lights have been upgraded with a more energy effective fixtures, new emergency lights have been installed in the hall and a few other electrical problems have been corrected. Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home? Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Nov 4th at 6:30 PM.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Today is the 9th Sunday of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Our readings are: Our readings are: Ephesians 5:15-33 and Luke 8:49-56.

During today’s Badarak please pray for the souls of: Hagop (Jack) Zarzatian and Anush Aznavorian.

The Hokehandkisd is being requested by Jack & Linda Zarzatian, Jr., Mark & Judy Zarzatian, Adrienne, John & Christina Juskalian and Sona & Harry Jeitner and by Dickran Aznavorian

Badaraks during the week are:
Monday For the intentions of Mike & Liz Scutti / req. by the Garabedian family
Tuesday For the soul of Ted Sookiasian / req. by the Garabedian family
Wednesday In thanksgiving to our Lady / req. by the Mazzone family
Thursday For the souls in Purgatory / req. by the Mazzone family
Friday For the soul of Julia Glassman / req. by the Mazzone family
Saturday For the soul of Sister Guadeloupe Maria Rizo / req. by the Mazzone family
Sunday Open Intention

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Naz Sookiasian, and Peggy Fala (home).

In your kindness, please pray for the soul of Rev James King, who was buried from Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church on Friday.

November Memorials
Sanctuary Lamp I – In memory of Albert Hagopian / req. by Helen Hagopian

Sanctuary Lamp II – In memory of Alice Tudor (20th Ann) / req. by Alice Tudor

Altar Candles – For the intention of Mike Scutti / req. by Marion Tootelian

Holy Cross – In memory of Jack Zarzatian / req. by John, Adrienne & Christina Juskalian

Bl. Mother Candles – Open Intention

Sacred Heart Candles – In memory of Araxe Tootelian / req. by Marion Tootelian

O L of Perp. Help – Special Intention / req. by Garo Ghazarian

Bread & Wine – In memory of Manoushag Chirkinian / req. by Antranik & Sara Kechian

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 14
Attendance Last Year – 60
Coming Events

Nov 6 – P C Elections (Social & Treasurer)

Nov 8 – Parish Council meeting at 7 PM

Nov 11 & 12 – Annual Food Court

Dec 11- Children’s Christmas Party
We need a chairperson

PARISH NOTES:

Food Court is just ONE week away, Nov 11 & 12th. As you well know this is the biggest event in our parish. Your prayers and help are important and necessary for the success of this event. Please contact, Father Mikael or any member of the Parish Council, if you would like to volunteer your help for the event.

Food Court Sign Up – The sign up board has been set up. This is a first come, first pick, and so sign up for your favorite position, now. Thank you for your service to the parish. If you have any questions please contact a member of the Parish Council.

Thank you – to the following individuals who have become Patron/Donors for the 2011 Armenian Food Court:

To our Patrons: The Garabedian family

To our Gold Donors: Mickey Sherian ( in memory of George Sherian, Jr. & Juhar & George Sherian)and Simon & Judy Oulouhojian (in memory of Simon & Rose Oulouhojian)

To our Silver Donors: Zohrab & Inge Zeibari; Rita Odabashian (in memory of Arthur Odabashian); Gino & Mary Vendittelli (in memory of Barkeshed Cholakian & Rose Cholakian); Ed Harootunian (in memory of Rose Marie S. Harootunian); Mike & Liz Scutti; Alice Bohdjelian; Aram & Linda Bohdjelian and the Zerounian family (in memory of Albert Zerounian)

To our Donors: Andre & Anne Assalian (decd members of the Assalian & McCullough Families); Vicken & Jeannette Keshishian; Movses Kadyan; Helen Hagopian; Peter & Irene Vosbikian; Elias Elkous (NV) and Hagop & Linda Zarzatian, Jr. (in memory of Hagop & Gladys Zarzatian, Sr.)

Collection for Armenia – taken last Sunday for the assistance of the poor in Armenia amounted to $105.00. Your generosity and kindness will be very much is appreciated.

The Armenian Sisters Academy – will have an Open House at the Academy on Tuesday, November 15. Please check their website or contact the ASA for additional information.

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Counting the Collections – The last few months there has been only one person to count the collection on Sunday. We know we can trust. . . but we should have TWO individuals to do the counting. It takes no more than ½ hour on the average to do the counting. If you can give us this time after the Koffee Klutch for even just one Sunday a month, please contact Patrick.

When you can’t sleep-, Don’t count Sheep … Talk to the SHEPHERD

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. With the recent rains, we have two more trees down (for a total of five for the year). Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home? Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Nov 4th at 6:30 PM.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U

Today is the 8th Sunday of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
Our readings are: Ephesians 1:1-14 and Luke 8:17-21.

During the Badarak, this morning, please pray for the save journey of Father Mikael who is in Bzommar, Lebanon, to take part in the election for the new Superior of the Monastery. Father will be returning on Wednesday evening, November 2nd .

We would like to welcome back, Father Joseph Loya who will be offering the Mass this morning.

Badaraks during the week are:

Monday thru Wednesday no Masses
Thursday Open Intention
Friday For the soul of Karekine & Zarouhi Demirdjian / req. by Marie Koyoumdjian
Saturday Open Intention
Sunday For the souls of Hagop (Jack) Zarzatian and Anush Aznavorian

Prayer list – please remember in your prayers, all the deceased of the parish, and all those who are ill at home, in hospitals or in nursing homes. Please contact Father or the Parish Office to add a name. Names will be deleted from the list after three weeks. Please remember in your prayers, Mike Scutti, Karl Kalfaian, Mary Isin, Naz Sookiasian (hospital), and Peggy Fala (hospital).

It is with extreme sorry, that we inform you of the passing of the Reverend James E. King, Ph.D. Father entered his eternal reward on Thursday, October 27, 2011. The family has requested a viewing at St. Marks on Thursday (Nov 3rd), from 6:30 PM to 8 PM for our community to offer their respect. Father King’s Bishop, the Most Rev. Nicolas J Samra will officiate at the Trisagion (Religious service) at 7:30 PM. There will be a reception after the service in our hall. There will be additional viewing at Holy Ghost Byzantine Church, 2310 S. 24th St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, on Friday (Nov 4) from 8:30 to 10 AM, followed by a Funeral Service for a priest at Holy Ghost Church, celebrated by his Excellency, Nicholas Samra.

October Memorials

Sanctuary Lamp I & II – Open Intention
Altar Candles – in memory of Mary Arslanian / req. by Ken & Sibelle Arslanian Ewing
Holy Cross – Special Intention / req. by Garo Ghazarian
Bl. Mother Candles – In memory of Helen Sajonian / Ovsanna & Therese Sajonian
Sacred Heart Candles – Open intention
O L of Perp. Help – Special Intention / req. by Garo Ghazarian
Bread & Wine – in memory of Mary Arslanian / req. by Ken & Sibelle Arslanian Ewing

THE SUNDAY BULLETIN IS POSTED ON OUR WEB SITE EACH WEEK
WWW.ARMENIANEPARCHY.ORG/STMARKS

“Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” ~Exodus 20:8

Attendance for last Sunday – 44
Attendance Last Year – 52
Coming Events

Nov 4 – First Friday 6:30 PM

Nov 6 – P C Elections (Social & Treasurer)
Turn the Clocks -BACK- one hour
Nov 8 – Parish Council meeting at 7 PM

Nov 11 & 12 – Annual Food Court

Dec 11- Children’s Christmas Party
We need a chairperson

PARISH NOTES:

Food Court is just TWO weeks away, Nov 11 & 12th. As you well know this is the biggest event in our parish. Your prayers and help are important and necessary for the success of this event. Please contact, Father Mikael or any member of the Parish Council, if you would like to volunteer your help for the event.

Food Court Sign Up – The sign up board has been set up. This is a first come, first pick, and so sign up for your favorite position, now. Thank you for your service to the parish. If you have any questions please contact a member of the Parish Council.

Thank you – to the following individuals who have become Patron/Donors for the 2011 Armenian Food Court:

To our Patrons: The Garabedian family

To our Gold Donors: Mickey Sherian ( in memory of George Sherian, Jr. & Juhar & George Sherian)and Simon & Judy Oulouhojian (in memory of Simon & Rose Oulouhojian)

To our Silver Donors: Zohrab & Inge Zeibari; Rita Odabashian (in memory of Arthur Odabashian); Gino & Mary Vendittelli (in memory of Barkeshed Cholakian & Rose Cholakian); Ed Harootunian (in memory of Rose Marie S. Harootunian); Mike & Liz Scutti; Alice Bohdjelian; Aram & Linda Bohdjelian and the Zerounian family (in memory of Albert Zerounian)

To our Donors: Andre & Anne Assalian (decd members of the Assalian & McCullough Families); Vicken & Jeannette Keshishian; Movses Kadyan; Helen Hagopian; Peter & Irene Vosbikian; Elias Elkous (NV) and Hagop & Linda Zarzatian, Jr. (in memory of Hagop & Gladys Zarzatian, Sr.)

Collection for Armenia – will be taken up today for the assistance of the poor in Armenia. Your generosity and kindness will be very much is appreciated.

Yard Sale – The final one of the season was held on Saturday, our thanks to all who helped out for the three yard sales that were held this past season. The funds raised are earmark for the Youth. We cannot accept any further items for future Yard sales at this time. We do not have the storage area for the items.

The Armenian Sisters Academy – will have an Open House at the Academy on Tuesday, November 15th. Please check their website or contact the ASA for additional information.

Men’s Club – Tickets for the coming year’s drawing have been mailed to the parish. Additional tickets can be purchased from Jean Sarkissian or Patrick. The first Drawing of the coming year will be in November.

Counting the Collections – The last few months there has been only one person to count the collection on Sunday. We know we can trust. . . but we should have TWO individuals to do the counting. It takes no more than ½ hour on the average to do the counting. If you can give us this time after the Koffee Klutch for even just one Sunday a month, please contact Patrick.

When you can’t sleep-, Don’t count Sheep … Talk to the SHEPHERD

Maintenance Fund – The monthly donation for the Maintenance Fund is $20.00. This Fund covers the major maintenance items. If you have any questions on the amount you owe, please contact the office. In addition, as always, thank you for your support. With the recent rains, we have two more trees down (for a total of five for the year). Your support is needed even more, now that Gymboree has moved.

Parish Outreach – There is nothing worse than an empty belly. There is nothing more senseless in this land of plenty than hunger. Please help our parish provide for those less fortunate. The list is simple. The need is great. The third Sunday of each month is designated as Can Sunday. Please help by bringing a donation next Sunday. Please bring your can goods to the container in the church hall.

Koffee Klutch – Is your family celebrating a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. , why not share this happy occasion with your church family by hosting the Coffee Hour following Badarak on Sunday morning?

Membership info update – Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved or are you preparing to move soon? Do you have children no longer living at home? Have a new e-mail address? Please help us keep our records current by contacting the office at 610.896.7789.

Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jesus has promised a special gift for those who are devoted to his Sacred Heart, including his promise that the person will not face death unprepared and will have the chance to confess and have Jesus in his heart, at that time. His requested devotion with the essential prayers and acts, including the “First Friday” and Nine consecutive months promises, with the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion and along with Badarak is offered on every first Friday of the month, the next 1st Friday will be Nov 4th at 6:30 PM.

Our Church Needs You

Cannot spell CH RCH without U
Cannot spell AD LT without U
Cannot spell YO TH without U
Cannot spell M SIC without U
Cannot spell S NDAY without U
Cannot spell S CCESS without U

Clearly, our Church needs U