In the tradition of the Armenian Apostolic Church, there are seven rituals, or sacraments, which we perceive as outward signs instituted by Christ to give Grace. These seven sacraments allow us to re-live what has happened in the past, demonstrate in the present that Jesus Christ lives, and prefigure our glorious future with Christ at the end of time.

If you would like to make arrangements for one of the sacraments such as for a wedding, baptism or funeral please contact Very Rev. Fr. Hayrik Hovhannisyan to ensure the Pastor's and Church's availability. All services will follow the Canons of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church.

Baptisms and Chrismations

Please try to schedule your baptism ceremony at least two months in advance by calling Very Rev. Fr. Hayrik Hovhannisyan. Very Rev. Fr. Hayrik Hovhannisyan will provide the parents additional details and forms at that time. According to the Armenian Church Canons, a Baptism may only be performed once in a person's lifetime, provided such Baptism has been performed in a Christian Church and in the name of the Holy Trinity. At least one of the godparents must be a member of the Armenian Orthodox Church.

Weddings

Parishioners are asked to contact the Church Office at least eight months prior to the date of a Wedding. A couple shall contact Rev. Fr. Hayrik Hovhannisyan to confirm availability of the Pastor, and sanctuary prior to making or confirming any other wedding arrangements. All weddings are to follow the Cannons of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church, and the laws of the Province of Ontario. The couple must meet with the Pastor at least once before the wedding date for pre-marital preparation. Very Rev. Fr. Hayrik Hovhannisyan will make all necessary arrangements for the deacon, organist and soloist, and will provide the couple with additional details and forms. Weddings may not take place on Sunday mornings, during Great Lent or Holy Week, or on the following five major feast days: Armenian Christmas, Holy Easter, The Feast of the Transfiguration, The Feast of the Assumption of Holy Mary the Mother of God, and The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

Funerals

Families should make arrangements with the Funeral Director of their choice. The Funeral Director will contact Very Rev. Fr. Hayrik Hovhannisyan to arrange the date and the time of the funeral service.Funerals may not be performed on religious holidays, major feast days, Saturdays after 3:00 p.m., or on Sundays