Stand Still and Evolve

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Next Step #333: In this episode: Explanation of the “Xi”; Seminarian in Armenia; The lovely Greta and her stamp; The precursor to Uber; Evolution of understanding from childhood understanding to mature feelings; Etchmiadzin is a descriptor and a Mission – Karekin I of Blessed Memory; Domestic Violence awareness.
Song: “Vagharshapati Par” Franz Bdoyan
Etchmiadzin is Mission
They Might be Giants – Istanbul
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Recharged: The Xi of Liktzed

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Next Step #332: Returning from the source of inspiration, Armenia, Fr. Vazken talks about the vortexes and spiritual spaces that recharge the spirit. Discussed: How important are the Authority of Christ and the Legitimacy of the Church in your personal spiritual growth; The misconception of non-Non denominationalism; Evolutionary thoughts toward spirituality; The Why and the Xi; Equality of the Sexes; Sex Education and Educating about Sexuality. Yes – something for everyone, as usual.
#InHisShoes #JesusChrist #ArmenianChurch #Spirituality #Armenia #Sexuality
Song by Franz Bdoyan – Roots of Armenian Jazz
Finding the Pearl
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Unprocessed Thoughts

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Next Step #331: A flow of ideas from Yerevan, Armenia. In a whirlwind trip to Armenia, Fr. Vazken comes with some candid thoughts on the road to development.
#Lunareclipse #Sacredspace #ThePearl #MerHooys #ArmenianChurch #InHisShoes
Song by Looys
TUMO Center for Creative Technologies
I found the pearl
Mer Hooys – House of Hope
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DV Rally in Yerevan

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Next Step #330: ON LOCATION: The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Women organizes a rally on the streets of Yerevan, Armenia to raise awareness and pass laws against domestic abuse. A special preliminary listen to uncut/unedited interviews conducted by Fr. Vazken with Coalition organizers Perchuhy and Elvera, and with Tamar from In His Shoes. Issues of Domestic Violence, shame, violence, combating ignorance and more. On the anniversary of Zaruhi Petrosyan’s death.
Song: Gor Mkhitarian’s “Day”
Coalition to Stop Violence Against Women
I found the pearl 
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Tankian & the Perennial Pilgrims

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Next Step #329 – September 25, 2014

A review of Serj Tankian’s and the Lark Musical Society’s “Perennial Pilgrims” Concert by Fr. Vazken: Good and bad coming together in the Orca Symphony and 100 Years. Understanding the plight of humanity through metaphors of love. A look at purity in faith as means by which peace and love move from the theoretical world to the practical.
Song: Serj Tankian’s “Disowned Inc.”
Jethro Tull
Lark Musical Society
100 Year Journey
The Pearl 
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From Simpsons to Simon: Shame of the Cross

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Next Step #328 – September 18, 2014

An evening with the Simpsons to a morning with the Holy Cross reveals a challenge to put away shame (amot) and pick up where Simon (IHS patron-saint) leaves off. This is not for the weak of heart, nor of muscle and more than wearing an icon of Christ. Tzavut Danem! is here explained. Also a quick stop with the AESA and some thoughts on the upcoming business venture.
Song: Garode by Hooshere
Links:
Elevating Cancer as the Cross for today
AESA: http://www.aesa.org/
From the SAIN days: Origins of SAIN
Publication: AIEA Newsletter
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From Blues to BadaRock

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Next Step #327 – September 11, 2014

On this 9/11, Fr. Vazken reflects on the power of music in our lives – from the Blues to the celebration of Life. Using musical pieces from “Armenian Blues” such as Eddie Mekjian to John Lee Hooker’s “Alamony Blues” he ties in with the chants and songs of Armodoxy. Also – reflections on the Avon Breast Cancer Walk, every three minutes there is a diagnosis. Walking in His or Her Shoes is the call of this ministry.
“It has been said, ‘time heals all wounds,’ I do not agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind, protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens. But it is never gone.” – Rose Kennedy
Song: “Gospel Song” by Joan Baez
Exploring the Mysteries of the Divine Liturgy #1#2
Links to featured musics
Eddie Mekjian
John Lee Hooker
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Baby Dreams with Calculated Risks

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Next Step #326 – September 4, 2014

A baby is born and a new opportunity for hope. The wonders of the creation are explained in a mix of hopes and dreams made real. Fr. Vazken discloses method for getting a Pearl out of Armenia – an upcoming trip by the end of the month. Calculated risks are important means of doing what you need to do. On the eve of the Avon Breast Cancer Walk, this episode is about hope for goodness and health.
Song: Raffi’s “Every Child” (for Arek)
100 Year Journey
Avon Breast Cancer Walk
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Baby Arek’s Foot

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Overload Thinking

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Next Step #325 – August 28, 2014

Borrowing from Curly’s “I’m trying to think but nothing happens,” Fr. Vazken talks about the information-overload and the power of the Holy Badarak (Divine Liturgy) in meditation and making it happen. The names of St. Mary. Labor day – a very special one for a niece in labor! Encore presentation of Ani Bubbles.
Song: “Garoun” by Lav Eli – www.gormusic.com
Assumption of St. Mary Sermon
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