-
Quick Links:
Ground Zero in Glendale?
The work being done
at the Youth Ministries Center takes on many
forms. The bombs of materialism, rejection, misunderstanding, intolerance have
leveled the lives of so many young people. Many grow up without hope in the very
basics - an education and a dream for a brighter tomorrow. 
Prof. Richard Dekmejian (USC, Political Science), Senior Deacon at the St. Peter Armenian Church and Youth Ministries Center describes the church being at "Ground Zero" - a place that has been abandoned by Armenian organizations, and certainly by churches. It is precisely in this environment that the Youth Ministries is growing. It is now a common site to see young people from the local schools hanging out at the center, stopping in for a prayer, a few words of encouragement and the strength to believe in tomorrow. Sunday mornings, the Divine Liturgy is at the center of the worship life of the community - open to all, young and old define their Armenian Christian identity through communion with Christ.
The latest efforts at Youth Ministries includes setting up "Opportunities for Hope" for the kids. Immediately, there is a need for volunteers to work with High School students on a weekly basis. In particular, a small consortium is being set up to look at opportunities outside the normal parameters of assistance. The object is self reliance and personal growth. If you have skills you'd like to share in the area of business management and advanced computer programming, please consider donating your time. Interested in working at Ground Zero? Contact Fr. Vazken immediately with resume.