St. John Armenian Church - Sermons

In this episode, we explore common Mental Health issues, and how we as members of the Armenian Church can respond to them. This episode features Anthony Saroyan, a doctoral candidate at USF, focusing on Psychology Education. He discusses with Fr. Mesrop, how to identify common mental health issues, and also his research regarding stigma of Mental Health treatment in the Armenian Community. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES IN SF: http://www.mhbsf.org/resources/ National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Find us at stjohnarmenianchurch.com. Personal views expressed by the host or guests of this podcast do not necessarily reflect the those of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Introduction music is by Iakovos Kolanian, entitled "Vagharshapati." Transition music by Armenian Public Radio, entitled "Pari Arakil".

Date: December 17, 2017 Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

At times life is hectic, cluttered, and complicated. Sometimes it's all those things. Did God intend for our lives to be this way all the time? The answer is no. We know this through the teachings of Jesus Christ, as well as those of our sainted Church Fathers. Join us this season as we learn how they can guide us to simplicity. In this course, we will study selected passages from the Bible, as well as the works of Armenian and non-Armenian saints to understand how they tried to minimize distraction and deprioritize the unimportant so that they could find spiritual fulfillment and achieve their goals. We will also review historical and contemporary tools that we can use to bring about a more simple lifestyle, creating time for self-improvement, loved ones, and of course God. Personal views expressed by the host or guests of this podcast do not necessarily reflect the those of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Introduction music is by Iakovos Kolanian, entitled "Vagharshapati."

Prepared by Fr. Mesrop Ash and delivered by newly ordained Dn. Kevin Kestekyan Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

In this message, we share reflections from the visitation of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians. We also discuss the difference of understanding how we feel about the Gospel versus what the Church teaches about the Gospel, and how we can protect ourselves from the harm of errant biblical understanding. Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

In this message Fr. Mesrop shares stories from visiting families affected by the North Bay fires. He connects them with Christ's commission to His church to continue his ministry to those in need. Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

During this sermon, we address the fires in San Francisco's North Bay, and how we often feel the compulsion to help in situations like this. Date: October 15, 2017 Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Are you curious about your faith? We've got just the thing. In this special episode Fr. Mesrop announces the upcoming bible study sessions for the fall. Don't hesitate to sign up! Personal views expressed by the host or guests of this podcast do not necessarily reflect the those of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Introduction music is by Iakovos Kolanian, entitled "Vagharshapati."

Date: August 27, 2017 Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: July 23, 2017

Date: July 16, 2017 Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: July 9, 2017 Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Choir, 1997 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: July 2, 2017 Intro and outro liturgical music: "Armenian Liturgy" by the Sofia Armenian Choir, 1995 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: June 25, 2017 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: May 30, 2017 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: May 22, 2017 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: May 18, 2017 Featuring a special message by Dn. Charles Cherezian Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.

Date: April 16, 2017 Note: sermons are offered each Sunday during the Divine Liturgy Armenian and English. This recording has been edited for content and length and will consist of either English or a mix of Armenian and English.