For Orthodox faithful, Advent is a period of preparing for the "arrival or coming of Christ."
Saints Vartanantz Church
The parish Church was originally located in downtown Lowell Massachusetts and was consecrated in 1916. By 1970's, with a growing number of parishioners located regionally, together with a need for expanded facilities, a new sanctuary was build in Chelmsford and consecrated in 1978. A vague, and somewhat by design, resemblance to the ancient great Cathedral of Ani in the historic Highlands of Armenia inspired an early nick-name of "Little Ani".
10th century Cathedral of Ani (reconstruction above, and current ruins at right)
Stewardship
Stewardship: Returning God’s Gifts with Gratitude |
