Commentary on religion, politics, and family from a New England-based community member, Stepan Piligian
In last week’s column, the message focused on the importance of enabling the new generation in community responsibility. Most would agree that it is a noble objective, but still our institutions may struggle with this […]
Every generation leads with dedication and commitment. Likewise every generation is accused by the younger “emerging” generation of holding on to leadership too long and making the inevitable transition more cumbersome than necessary. Our reality […]
For many decades, generations in this country have uttered, “We are Vanetzi” or “Our family is Kharpetzi.” Another popular one is, “We are proud Sepastiatzis.” To some, especially the new generation, the question is what […]
We are all a product of our environment. That applies to things we admire and things we…well… need to improve on. When I see my granddaughter as she takes on what the world offers, I […]
Great news—our American Armenian community is active and engaging with a full calendar of events. Key word is full. All you have to do is browse the community calendars available online, such as Menk in […]
This past Sunday was a beautiful day in many ways. I was reminded of simpler times of family and the joys of youth. But that wasn’t only it. I experienced something new, fresh and exciting. […]
The President of Armenia recently commented in an interview about the need for all of us to never stop learning. So true. Most learning is dependent on our ability to listen. The well is deep […]
Community—“a group of people sharing a common place, interests or goals” as defined through a Google search. Before the Genocide, the Armenian nation consisted primarily of an indigenous people living on their historical lands. One […]
Life has a way of offering us variety. We mature, acquire values, pass them to succeeding generations and hopefully leave our mark in this world. Mankind was born with free will, but all of us, […]
When we consider the pillars of our communal life, the Armenian family is an obvious choice—a source of pride through the centuries as a bonding agent for our sustainability, continuity and values. The family was […]
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