St. John the Radical in Declaring a Right to Revolution

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #136 – January 13, 2011

The Feast of St. John the Forerunner, a revelatory day, when it all clicks and we arrive at Armodoxy. Declaring a Right to Revolution for the Church. Is Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness the goal of religion? Does it define the sacredness of the Church? Is it Unity with God for the Christian? The New Diocesan TV show, “In Step with Christ” and the “Hell” graphic. Shooting in Arizona – looking at the destruction of humanity and the answer to heal.
Song: “Rain, Rain Go Away” by Armen Chakmakian – http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/armen
Ani’s Bubbles: “Dignity, Homelessness and the Amazing Chain” http://www.pomegranateandeye.blogspot.com/
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Christmas Day Ponderings

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #135 – January 6, 2011

It’s Theophany! The Revelation of Christ! Kickoff the New Year with some ponderings – What to think when the  twelve-day countdown is over. Instead of partridges and lords a-leeping, cancer and death visits. Finding PEACE in the face of stress and difficulties. Fr. Vazken shares some personal stories from the Christmas week that point to Christmas miracles – ones of Biblical proportion! The prayer of blessing water – would you believe it provides the answer to some of life’s biggest questions. Christ is Revealed! Blessed is his Revelation!
Ani’s Bubbles: Adam & Eve “Kids”
Songs: “Heaven is a Zillion Light Years Away” by Stevie Wonder
“Today is Christmas” the Youth Choir of St. Sahag/St. Mesrob
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Moving from Faith to Belief in the New Year

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #134- December 30, 2010

Can we learn from big business? How about a clearance sale for the soul? Clear your inventory of everything that’s not necessary to make room for the new models – including a move from faith to belief. Explore a recap of different sorts, as Fr. Vazken talks about walking in the shoes of others during this Christmas season as a prelude to the command to love.  Moving from Faith to Belief and make love the victor in your life. Fr. Kourken at year 1 of passing. Insanity the Pelosi Way – why it’s time to stop the insanity and start the power within. More on lithium batteries. Finally, a vision for LIGHT in the New Year!
Want More? Sign up for the MLK Retreat sponsored by In His Shoes at www.InHisShoes.org
Song: “Tag Haroutian, Nor Tzaghig” by Armenian Duduk Quartet
Ani’s Bubbles: “Boxcar Derby Prayer”
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Another Christmas Song

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #133 – December 23, 2010

The eve of Christmas Eve is a look beyond the astronomic. How to say “Peace on Earth; Good Will to Humankind” with Genocide in Darfur, war in Iraq and Afghanistan and now Korea nuclear saber-rattling. Try the obvious this Christmas: Including Christ and Christmas in the Peace Equation. You have faith, but do you believe: the difference between faith and belief. The Solstice and eclipse have passed and we’re left with a view of Christmas through the lens of Armodoxy; Story: Parik’s Miracle Baby is the Christmas miracle.
Song: “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” by JS Bach, performed by Angel Romero;
Ani’s Bubbles: “Christmas Bubble Maker”;
“Another Christmas Song” by Jethro Tull http://www.j-tull.com/news/christmasalbum.cfm;
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Blue Moon to Lights of Christmas

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #132 – December 16, 2010

Physical and emotional pain find relief in the expression of love. Keeping the dream alive after the horrific murder of Yvette Hakopian by giving children a Christmas morning miracle. Explained: the best way to fight fire – yes, you can even try it at home! Asteroids, blue moons, an eclipse and the Winter Solstice make the Christmas Season astronomically beautiful. December 25? January 6? You’ll get the answer you’re looking for whether you’re on the West or the East of the debate. Finally – a spelling of kook and it’s not coook!
Song: “Ring Out Solstice Bells” by Jethro Tull http://www.j-tull.com/news/christmasalbum.cfm;
Ani’s Bubbles: “Special Olympics”;
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

Fr. Vazken and Hripsig with the Toy and Blanket Drive donations

updated 041921 mm

Unlimited and Indefinable Nature of God

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #131 – December 9, 2010

Along the road to Christmas, we journey to the outer areas of the universe on an Advent journey. What is the unlimited and indefinable nature of God? No need to check your brain-in at the door: The Kingdom of Heaven is within and without you! John Lennon – 30 years after his death – how do we reconcile all the injustice in the world? Is it true, “All you need is love?” As a child of God, find one unifying message – erotic, filial and agape – the message of Love in your life. How do you stay warm from the cold? Listener Harry Hagopian shares a message for World Vision and to all! http://www.premier.org.uk/worldvision;
Advent projects and more: http://inhisshoes.org
Song: “Amen Hayr Sourp” by Vazkenian Seminarians at Lake Sevan;
Ani’s Bubbles: “Short but Important Lesson”;
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Changing Perception at Advent

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #130 – December 2, 2010

What changes? God? The Universe? Us? God – then, today and tomorrow – can we ever understand? The Armodoxy answer might surprise you.  Advent thoughts in preparation to Christmas – the shift in view and perception; Astronomers discover the universe is 3X bigger than previously thought while the fool discover too much too late (Luke 12). And the truth about lithium-ion batteries. It’s all in this podcast.
Song: “Sardarabad” by V. Khanamirian/Armenian State Dance Ensemble
Ani’s Bubbles: “The Bishop’s Gift”;
Blog worth reading: http://banakan.blogspot.com/
Advent programs and gift giving: http://inhisshoes.org
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Focusing Vision on Thanksgiving

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #129 – November 25, 2010

Focusing on the theme of Thanksgiving allows us to transcend the self and understand ourselves in the bigger picture of “giving” rather than receiving. Celebrate the shift from victim to victor as Fr. Vazken explains the Focused Vision that allows for walking “In His Shoes.” Sorry Tea Party – the first pilgrims may have had socialist ideas, but Thanksgiving is about something HIGHER than our selves. The good Senator TOO offers us some Turkeys! Get ready for Christmas – it’s about Christ!
Prayer of Thanksgiving: http://armodoxy.blogspot.com/2010/11/thanksgiving-prayer.html
Song: “Holy, Holy, Holy” by St. Gregory Youth Choir
Ani’s Bubbles: Corn
Telethon: http://www.armeniafund.org/telethon/telethon-2010/webcast.php
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Avoiding Collisions by Melding

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #128 – November 18, 2010

Melding East and West is not a melt-down but certainly avoids the collision; Building identity the Armodoxy way; Jehovah Witness teens come to the door; St. Apkar the first king – a unique name indeed, especially for an Armenian Church – and this weekend is St. Andrew’s feast; The Advent Season is explained as a time of preparation with an “In His Shoes” challenge for listeners. A return from the desert and a different look at St. Mary: http://armodoxy.blogspot.com/2009/09/searching-for-veedon-fleece.html
Song: “Yavuz” by Herbie Mann from the “Impressions of the Middle East” album
Ani’s Bubbles: “Praise him for your roses and thank him for your thorns” (Pre-Thanksgiving)
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm

Firm, Grounded and Established in Love

/0 Comments/in

Next Step #127: On Veterans Day (and the last of the binaries) – reflections on war and tears shed for a special soldier. The godfather marries off his goddaughter – lessons from scripture, from God and being “firm in faith, grounded in hope and established in love.” Godparents listen up – you’re not there to protect, but to push your child toward the ultimate Sacrament of Life. A podcast of a personal nature as Fr. Vazken heads off to niece Amanda’s wedding, here’s a special meditation for life’s transitional moments.  Additionally – taking a holistic approach to the Holy Badarak.
Song: “Harsaniki Par”by Shiraz: http://www.shirazyerk.com
Ani’s Bubbles: “The Pencil”
Veteran’s Tears
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

updated 041921 mm