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Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Armenian Church of North America
Western Diocese
"Let us be renewed with the Glorious Resurrection of Christ, our Lord"
Let us renew our lives with the Glorious and Victorious Resurrection of our
Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This is the challenging message of the Feast
of the Holy Resurrection. The Blessed Resurrection calls on us all to
renounce our old-self and instill within us a new beginning: to live a
Christ-like life. The Christian faithful is created in God's image and is
granted divine strength to contest all adversaries which impede the
spreading of the Good News. This has also been the legacy of our
forefathers.
"Christ is risen from the dead."
Easter grants us new life. For a devout Christian, the Holy Resurrection of
Christ is life's greatest miracle, for it opens the door to a new and
pristine life. Through this glorious miracle, we welcome and embrace a life
of spiritual transformation. Easter has an even greater significance for an
Armenian Christian, for the Holy Resurrection of Christ, our Lord, is the
celebration of life. This year, Easter falls on April 24th, the day when we
commemorate the Resurrection of our people and honor the martyrs who,
through their sacrificial life, envisioned the nation's rebirth.
"Let us be renewed with the Glorious Resurrection of Christ, our Lord"
Dear faithful, what does the message convey to us? It is the call for
reawakening in order that we may live according to God's commandments. It is
nothing less than an invitation for a life of renewal. With renewed faith we
shall cherish the beauty of our Homeland, the vision of the Mother See of
Holy Etchmiadzin, the sanctity of our families and the richness of our
language and culture. As honorable citizens, improve the life of your
community with your exemplary deeds. As devout faithful, instill in the
hearts of our young generation the divine message of the Blessed and
Miraculous Resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
"Blessed is the Resurrection of Christ, our Lord"
Dear faithful, the Resurrection of Christ, our Lord, is a blessing for
humanity. Christ's Resurrection is the confirmation of His victory over
death. A door to a new life has been opened before us where a life of
enlightened spirit and enriched moral values awaits. Let us grasp the true
meaning of the miracle by engaging in God-pleasing missions, acting as the
Hands of God and Ambassadors of Christ.
"Christ is risen from the dead."
This Easter, the Victorious Resurrection of Christ exemplifies the
Resurrection of the Armenian nation for Armenians across the world. The
course of Armenian history is similar to Christ's path to crucifixion. The
life of each Armenian is a testimony of the will to carry on the message of
the Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Orphaned children of the
fallen martyrs are today's torchbearers, beacons of light and visionary
leaders.
On this day of the Glorious and Victorious Resurrection of our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ, we lift our heartfelt prayers for peace in the world,
prosperity of this Great Country of the United States of America, our
Homeland of Armenia and the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. May Easter be
the cornerstone in our path leading to God.
Initially Published on Apr 16 2011 by Divan of the Diocese
See Also:
The
Easter Message of H.H. Pope Shenouda III
The resurrection of the Lord Christ was distinguished
with an amazing power. He is the only One who was
victorious over death by Himself. In His resurrection,
He crushed death, and arose with the power of His
Divinity.
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