St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church of St. Catharines

St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church of St. Catharines First Armenian Church built in Canada in 1930
Առաջին հայկական եկեղեցին Գանատայի մեջ, շինուած 1930թ.

🎉 You’re invited! 🎉Join us for a fun Get-Together (Potluck) at St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church of St. Catharines.📅...
09/10/2026

🎉 You’re invited! 🎉

Join us for a fun Get-Together (Potluck) at St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church of St. Catharines.

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
🕕 Starting at 6:00 p.m.
🍽️ Bring a dish to share and enjoy an evening of food, fellowship, music & fun!

Everyone is welcome! ❤️

For more information, contact Jenny: 905-341-2572

✝️ Upcoming Events in Our Sister Parishes ✝️As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, we...
09/10/2026

✝️ Upcoming Events in Our Sister Parishes ✝️

As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, we invite our St. Gregory family to join our sister parishes for these special celebrations, if you are able:

📅 Saturday, September 12
St. Vartan Armenian Apostolic Church – Oakville
Eve of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Evening Vesper & Healing Prayer, followed by the traditional Blessing of Offering (Harisa), music, hospitality, and a special performance by Saro Panossian with the participation of the Kami dance group.
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 1541 Oakhill Drive, Oakville

📅 Sunday, September 13
St. Mary Armenian Church – Hamilton
Divine Liturgy at 11:00 AM, celebrating the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, followed by a Student Blessing Prayer and traditional Harisa Madagh & Lunch, organized by the Ladies Guild.

✝️ St. Gregory Armenian Church will celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on Sunday, September 20.
We look forward to celebrating together!

Please join if you can and share in the fellowship and blessings of our Armenian Christian community.

🔥 Fresh & Delicious Lahmajun! 🔥Pre-order now for only $25 per dozen!📅 Order deadline: September 18📦 Pickup: Sunday, Sept...
09/09/2026

🔥 Fresh & Delicious Lahmajun! 🔥
Pre-order now for only $25 per dozen!

📅 Order deadline: September 18
📦 Pickup: Sunday, September 20

📞 Call or text Nairi: (905) 892-3374
Don’t miss out—place your order today!

✝️ Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross – ԽաչվերացJoin us on Sunday, September 20, as we celebrate the Feast of the...
08/31/2026

✝️ Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross – Խաչվերաց

Join us on Sunday, September 20, as we celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Խաչվերաց). While the actual feast day is September 13, we will celebrate it the following Sunday, September 20.

Everyone is warmly welcome to join us!

This weekend, the Armenian Community Centre of St. Catharines is hosting their picnic from 1:00–6:00 PM! 🇦🇲We will have ...
08/27/2026

This weekend, the Armenian Community Centre of St. Catharines is hosting their picnic from 1:00–6:00 PM! 🇦🇲

We will have Divine Liturgy at 11:00 AM at St. Gregory Armenian Church. You are warmly welcome to join us for Divine Liturgy and then continue the festive day at the Armenian Community Centre Picnic.

Details are on the flyer.

🍇 FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF ST. MARY & GRAPE BLESSING 🍇Annual Picnic at St. Gregory Armenian ChurchWhat a beautiful and...
08/18/2026

🍇 FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF ST. MARY & GRAPE BLESSING 🍇
Annual Picnic at St. Gregory Armenian Church

What a beautiful and joyful day of faith, fellowship, family, and community! ❤️

We were blessed to welcome Armenians and friends from across the St. Catharines, Niagara Region, Niagara USA, Hamilton, Mississauga, Toronto, and surrounding communities as we gathered together to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of St. Mary and our Annual Picnic.

⛪ Divine Liturgy was celebrated by our Primate, His Grace Bishop Abgar Hovakimyan. Following the Divine Liturgy, we gathered in the church backyard for the beautiful Blessing of the Grapes, continuing this cherished Armenian tradition with prayer and thanksgiving.

🎶 The celebration continued with wonderful music by talented Toronto singer Mher Minasyan, who delighted everyone with beloved Armenian songs and brought even more joy to the gathering.

We are deeply grateful to our dedicated volunteers, organizers, parishioners, and everyone who joined us and helped make this celebration so special.

May God bless our families, our community, and the fruits of our labor, and may the blessings of this beautiful feast remain with us throughout the year.

Շնորհակալութիւն բոլորին ձեր սիրո, ներկայութեան և աջակցութեան համար։

🎟️ YOUR CHANCE TO WIN BIG IS HERE! 🎉🔥 BUY A TICKET. PICK YOUR PRIZE! 🔥Our St. Gregory Armenian Church Annual Picnic is b...
08/12/2026

🎟️ YOUR CHANCE TO WIN BIG IS HERE! 🎉

🔥 BUY A TICKET. PICK YOUR PRIZE! 🔥

Our St. Gregory Armenian Church Annual Picnic is bringing you an incredible Grand Prize Raffle — and YOU get to choose which prize you want to win! 🏆

🎁 8 AMAZING GRAND PRIZES TO CHOOSE FROM:
💍 Golden Rings — $500 & $1,500
📺 Samsung 55” 4K Smart TV — $550
🪑 5-Piece Patio Set — $300
⌚ Apple Watch Series 11 GPS — $600
🍰 KitchenAid Mixer — $500
📱 Samsung Tablet — $350
🔥 Master Chef BBQ — $380

💰 GRAND PRIZE RAFFLE:
🎟️ 3 Tickets for only $20
Choose the prize you want to win and place your tickets in the box for that prize!

🎟️ REGULAR RAFFLE:
5 Tickets for only $10 — with 15 great prizes to be won!

📅 SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
⛪ St. Gregory Armenian Church Annual Picnic
📍 49 Carlton St., St. Catharines, ON
🎟️ Ticket Sale Starts: 2:00 PM
🎉 Draw Around: 3:30 PM

🍽️ Delicious Armenian food • Pork • Chicken • Salads • Desserts • Drinks & more!

❤️ Bring your family, bring your friends, enjoy a great day with our community — and you could leave with an amazing prize!

👉 Don’t miss your chance — 3 tickets for $20 could turn into a $1,500 prize! 🏆

Come for the picnic. Stay for the fun. Buy a ticket. PICK YOUR PRIZE! 🎟️🔥

Thank You, Volunteers!❤️Our wonderful volunteers generously give their time to help at Delta Bingo Sponsors Association ...
08/09/2026

Thank You, Volunteers!❤️

Our wonderful volunteers generously give their time to help at Delta Bingo Sponsors Association of St. Catharines, and the proceeds help support our church’s events and activities.

We truly appreciate your time and dedication! 💙

Interested in joining our volunteer group? Please contact us—we’d love to have you!

🍇 Assumption of the Holy Mother of God & Blessing of Grapes 🍇Join us as we celebrate one of the most beloved feasts of t...
07/29/2026

🍇 Assumption of the Holy Mother of God & Blessing of Grapes 🍇

Join us as we celebrate one of the most beloved feasts of the Armenian Church—the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God (Verapokhoum), together with the traditional Blessing of Grapes.

📅 Sunday, August 16
⛪ Divine Liturgy: 11:00 AM
🙏 Celebrant: His Grace Bishop Abgar Hovakimyan, Primate

Following the Divine Liturgy, everyone is warmly invited to stay for our Annual Parish Picnic Celebration as we continue the joy of the feast together in fellowship.

🍇 Grapes & Altar Flower Donations

If you would like to donate grapes for the Blessing of Grapes or sponsor the Altar flowers for this beautiful feast day, please contact:

Fr. Hrant Manukyan
📞 514-448-0085

Your generosity helps make this special celebration even more beautiful and is deeply appreciated.

We look forward to celebrating this joyful feast with you and your family. May the intercession of the Holy Mother of God bring God's abundant blessings upon your homes and loved ones. 🙏

🎁 Raffle Gift Donations Needed!Help make our Annual Picnic raffle a success by donating a new gift or gift basket.📅 Dona...
07/23/2026

🎁 Raffle Gift Donations Needed!

Help make our Annual Picnic raffle a success by donating a new gift or gift basket.

📅 Donation Deadline: August 12
📞 Contact: Fr. Hrant – 514-448-0085
💬 Or send us a message on Facebook Messenger.

Every donation helps support the ministry of St. Gregory Armenian Church and brings joy to our community.

Thank you for your generosity and continued support! 🙏

Address

49 Carlton Road
Saint Catharines, ON
L2R1P7

Telephone

+19056858701

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