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Blue Prints in Toronto

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Next Step #145 – March 17, 2011

This St. Patrick’s Day, join us for some Armenian Scotch. Coming from Japan: earthquake, tsunami and nuclear meltdown, the worst is fear. Jesus’ words: “Do Not Fear” is a call during these anxiety filled times. Superman and God: who could have stopped the tsunami in Japan? Guest Maida Icliates, chairperson for Armenian Family Support Services is interviewed and she offers a blue print for social services through the Church. Faith meets action in this wonderful story of a community coming together to help those in need.
Armenian Family Support Services: http://www.afsstoronto.ca/
Song: “Willie Brew’d A Peek O’Maut” by Bambir – album “Armenian Scotch” http://www.myspace.com/bambir
Ani’s Bubbles: St. Patrick’s Story
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Fr. Vazken, Maida Icliates, Natasha and Suzie

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Hacking through Lent

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Next Step #144 – March 10, 2011

Reflections on the Gathering for Darfur – Gor Mkhitarian, Ara Dabandjian and Melineh Kurdian share their talent at the March 6 In His Shoes event. At the end of the day – the miracle is obvious: the focus has shifted and we’re on our way toward Easter. Lenten Journey: the files have been found! We have you covered through Lent – Emotionally, spiritually and physically. Ken shows off his new computer and tells of Clapton. “Pwn2Own” and hacking through Lent – stripping down to find what’s underneath it all.
Ani’s Bubbles: Juggling Life by the Coca Cola Exec.
Song: Lilit Sargsyan “Prayer” http://arahettravel.com/
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Hitchcock’s Twist to Vartanantz

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Next Step #143 – March 3, 2011

Vartanantz and a Hitchcockian twist to the old story. Teaching morality through MTV? Is Fox any better? Birthplaces: Romance to reality, they do change! First Amendment rights of abusers of the Christian name – the Supreme Court decides. Charlie Sheen and MTV – what happens to “throw-away babies”? Paregentan – the beginning of the Lenten season and what’s in store for the next few weeks. Do check out https://epostle.net
Upcoming: This Sunday is the Awareness for Darfur Event at Griffith Park
Song: Yegheghetzin Haygagan by Seminarians at Vazkenian Monetary, Lake Sevan
Ani’s Bubbles: Carl’s Garden
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Gor is with Us!

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Next Step #142 – February 24, 2011

Prelude to the IHS Gathering for Darfur – recording artist Gor Mkhitarian drops in at the studio for an interview – music and humanities, it’s all there. Then, a special in-studio session – “Or,” “Hrashk” and the “Snow” has never been the same. Father Vazken explains the importance of the moment as Genocide in Darfur escalates in intensity. The victory of Resurrection is at the heart of all of our efforts.
Gor Music: http://gormusic.com
Purchase SPIRIT Album by Gor Mkhitarian
Ani’s Bubbles: The Silent Sermon;
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Office Icons Point to Love

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Next Step #141 – February 17, 2011

The Simpsons have the Blinky fish. The Chevy in Blythe has a Bobble-Head Jesus. Fr. Vazken’s office has some icons too – not too far off, once you get Shnorhali’s key. All icons point to Christ so long as the Shnorhali formula is in place. Armodoxy is an intelligent alternative to what’s being thrown out at you – and nothing that promotes love can be “appalling.” Wrapping up a Valentine’s week with stories and song: Catholicos Karekin II builds traditions for newlyweds, but not without precedents. A look at Sam Harris’ “Letter to a Christian Nation” – don’t be afraid atheists, as long as you have love. March 6 is the kick-off for a VERY SPECIAL Easter Season.
Song “Pakhir Aydzyam” by Parik Nazarian
Ani’s Bubbles: A Valentine Story
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Refusing Devolution

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Next Step #139 – February 3, 2011

From the Sunshine in California to the Snow storms back East, this episode is an offering of bi-polar reconciliations: Death & Life; Dark & Light; Good & Bad; Evolution & Devolution; Debutante Balls & Genocide in Darfur. Fr. Vazken outlines the direction of the In His Shoes Ministries on this banner year, 2011 as the darkness meets the light on Easter Sunday. No sunshine, gas or electricity needed – this topic will heat you up. The dog of Midwinter says Spring is around the corner. Making the Church the ACTIVE Body of Christ. Armenian Orthodox Church and the Armenian Protestant Church – what is the tie that bind them? You’ll be surprised!
Song: “Lezginka” Gagik Gasparyan (album: La Musica del Mundo en clarinete) www.rgsmusic.com.ar
Ani’s Bubbles: “Praying Hands”
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Two Friends, One Concern Discussed

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Next Step #138 – January 27, 2011

Dr. Hratch Tchilingirian’s interview (Part 2 of 2) – discussing religion in general and the Armenian Church in particular. Topics include the Mission of the Armenian Church; How to accomplish the mission; Eastern (cf. Western) as the liberal form of Christianity; Spirituality vs. the Institutions; Relevancy in the Church; Customizing Religion to fit our lives; Complex world and the Simple message. Watch out Google, here’s a formula for advertising without paying for it. The London Church experiment: Finding Christianity in community. This is a meaty interview, with analysis and direction. A must listen for anyone concerned about the direction of Church, in harmony with the Christian Mission.
Part 1 of Interview
Check out Shiraz on FB: http://www.facebook.com/shiraz.yeghiazarian
Song: “Between Me Now” by Melineh Kurdian – www.melinehkurdian.com
Ani’s Bubbles: “The Pearl Necklace”
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Fr. Vazken Movsesian and Dr. Hratch Tchilingirian

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Analysis from the Inside Out

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Next Step #137 – January 20, 2011

Wrapping up the lessons from a weekend with Martin Luther King, Jr.; The Santa Barbara Sunrise: are we at the Pacific Ocean? Expansion plans for In His Shoes includes a kick in the shoes, from Easter April 24, to Syria, to Argentina and London; 50 Years after JFK’s “Ask Not…” Speech – we are heirs to the revolution; Can we really love those we don’t like? Interview with Hratch Tchilingirian, Ph.D. (Part 1) – a look at the “Window Years” – Analysis and Criticism from within the church. Dr. Tchilingirian discusses issues of faith and religion, the Armenian Church and religion in the work today. How the fundamental questions of life are answered for him as a person, an Armenian and now a father.
Speech: JFK Inauguration Speech: “Ask not what your country can do for you…”
Ani’s Bubbles: “Forgiveness”
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Fr. Vazken Movsesian and Dr. Hratch Tchilingirian

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St. John the Radical in Declaring a Right to Revolution

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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/
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Christmas Day Ponderings

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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
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