SUNDAY SCHOOL
SUNDAY SCHOOL Mission: It is the goal of the Sunday School to help our children and youth develop a relationship with the church and with God, grow in their faith, and learn about their Christian Armenian religion, culture, and church history in a conducive and fun-filled learning environment. Friendships forged in the Sunday School are further strengthened through participation in the Diocesan programs such as St. Vartan Camp, retreats led by the Diocesan Department of Youth and Education, and other church and regional activities.
Membership Requirements: Open to children and youth, ages 3-17, in grades ranging from Pre-School through 12th. The Sunday School grade corresponds to the student's secular school grade. No fee for registration, books, materials, or Sunday School sponsored events. New students are always welcome to join. For the convenience of parents with children under the age of 3, there is a Family Room for children to play. At least one of the children's parents needs to be in attendance. Current enrollment includes 125 students with a teaching and support staff of 35.
Meeting Time: Sunday mornings, 10:30AM-12:00PM, from third week in September to second week in June.
Contact: Seta Buchter seta@htaac.org or contact church office.
| Executive Committee: | Pastor | Fr. Vasken A. Kouzouian |
| Superintendent | Seta A. Buchter | |
| Curriculum Advisor | Rose Mary Aznavorian | |
| Sunday School Advisor | Tana Onanian |
| Curriculum: | We use the curriculum, "We Believe," developed by the |
| Diocesan Department of Youth and Education, for students | |
| in Grades Pre-School through 7, and 10. There is a | |
| special Teen Seminar Program, for teens in Grades 8 and | |
| 9, that is comprised of comprehensive courses on Church | |
| History, Unique Theology, Church Calendar, Divine | |
| Liturgy, Scripture, Faith Development and Saints, and | |
| "service" to the church. Grade 11 is a review of the entire | |
| curriculum and Grade 12 is a service year (to the church). | |
| In addition to class time, grades attend church services, | |
| participate in Assembly programs and engage in a variety | |
| of different programs and activities throughout the year. |
| Upcoming Events: |
Sunday, September 12 - Sunday School Registration, Classes and “Dress-down Sunday,” 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, Peter Adamian Hall. For further information regarding the Sunday School program, please contact Seta Buchter, Sunday School Superintendent at seta@htaac.org or call the Church Office, 617-354-0632 |
| Annual Programs: | Junior Choir Program, Grades 3-7 |
| Acolyte Training Program, Grades 4-8 | |
| Weekly Offering Envelope Program (Stewardship) | |
| Teen Seminar Program, Grades 8-9 | |
| Attendance at St. Vartan Camp | |
| Participation in St. Nersess Armenian Seminary's Summer Conferences |
| Annual Activities: | Registration and Open House for Current and New Students | |
| Community Outreach: | ||
| Holiday Food Drive | ||
| Lenten Drive | ||
| Visit to Armenian Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, | ||
| Jamaica Plain, and Host Losh Kebab Barbecue | ||
| Presentation of Bibles to Students of Grade 3 | ||
| Thanksgiving Open House, Receive Holy Communion | ||
| Sponsorship of "Santa's Playland" for Children in | ||
| conjunction with Church's Trinity Christmas Bazaar | ||
| Sponsorship of Booth at Trinity Christmas Bazaar | ||
| Christmas Workshop and Tree Decorating | ||
| Presentation of Christmas Pageant in Church | ||
| Host Fellowship Hour - Month of January | ||
| Participation in Holy Week Activities | ||
| Easter and Christmas Communion and Breakfasts for | ||
| Students and their Families | ||
| Mother's Special Assembly Program, | ||
| Receive Holy Communion | ||
| Sunday School Graduation, Grade 12 Students | ||
| Year-End Special Awards Ceremony and Picnic | ||
| Barbecue for Teachers and Staff and Spouses | ||