January 28, 2024
Saints, Spiritual Cleanness, and the Courage of Saint Sarkis
Unidentified parish priest
Addressing the Sunday school children, the preacher explains Armenian customs of blessing, the meaning of church icons, and what makes a person a saint. Using baptismal cleansing and the Armenian relationship between “surp” and “srpel,” he describes saints as people with spiritually clean souls who remain faithful through hardship. Saint Sarkis is presented as a courageous Christian warrior, protector of youth, enduring hero, and heavenly intercessor who prays that believers may be brave, strong, and trusting in God.
Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan; The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus; The Good Shepherd