St. Leon Armenian Church

St. Leon Armenian Church St. Leon Armenian Church, located in Fair Lawn, NJ, is home to over 400 families from Bergen & Passa

We are so proud of our St. Leon Armenian Church Sunday School family, who gathered to recognize the hard work, dedicatio...
06/09/2026

We are so proud of our St. Leon Armenian Church Sunday School family, who gathered to recognize the hard work, dedication and achievements of the students. ❀️ Congratulations to all of the award recipients and every student, teacher, volunteer and parent who helped make this year so meaningful. We are grateful for everyone who helps nurture the next generation of our church family and look forward to another wonderful year in the Fall! β›ͺ

Please consider giving this post a "Like" and leave a comment of encouragement or appreciation for everyone who helped make this Sunday School year such a success.πŸ™

St. Leon Sunday School; St. Leon ACYOA Juniors; Eastern Diocese

πŸŽ‰ TODAY'S THE DAY! πŸ‡¦πŸ‡²πŸ’ The St. Leon Armenian Church Annual Picnic is happening TODAY from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM and we can'...
06/07/2026

πŸŽ‰ TODAY'S THE DAY! πŸ‡¦πŸ‡²πŸ’ The St. Leon Armenian Church Annual Picnic is happening TODAY from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM and we can't wait to celebrate with you! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of delicious Armenian food, live music, dancing and fellowship. Come hungry for all your favorites, including shish kebab, luleh kebab, chicken kebab, authentic mezze and homemade desserts!

πŸ“… Sunday, June 7, 2026
πŸ•› 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
πŸ“ St. Leon Armenian Church
🎢 Live Armenian Music
🍽️ Great Food
❀️ Wonderful Community
β˜€οΈ Rain or Shine

We look forward to seeing everyone there today!

❀️ WE ARE READY! ❀️ Our dedicated volunteers are working like a well-oiled machine as they prepare for tomorrow's Annual...
06/06/2026

❀️ WE ARE READY! ❀️ Our dedicated volunteers are working like a well-oiled machine as they prepare for tomorrow's Annual St. Leon Picnic. From skewering kebabs and mixing fresh hummus to tossing salads and organizing all the delicious Armenian delights we'll be serving, their hard work, energy and teamwork are truly inspiring! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated their time and talents to help make this event possible. Our St. Leon family shines brightest when we come together in service and fellowship! 🌞

HELPING HANDS ARE STILL NEEDED TOMORROW AT THE PICNIC, especially for the second shift in the kitchen and outside. Whether you can help for an hour or longer, your support would be greatly appreciated and will help make our picnic a success for everyone.
πŸ“§ To volunteer, please contact Lynn Markarian at (201) 247-8355 or :[email protected]
πŸ“ View available volunteer positions and sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0449AEAE28A2FE3-63653752-stleon/168108482?fbclid=IwY2xjawSREWxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFKRVg4UmQwT0ZKMktCNW1rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqPvEhnuamiQMg2zML2I_9fjbfyG3YMcZQusiZ-CyLNicnfHopoTGyExrEkS_aem_LuESbMzQGr9F4dtD6Q4wBA #/

AND REMEMBER...when you're ready to enjoy the delicious food we've prepared, join us at the picnic tomorrow πŸ˜‹:
πŸ“… Sunday, June 7, 2026
πŸ•› 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
πŸ“ Rain or Shine!
🍽️ Enjoy your Armenian favorites:
β€’ Shish Kebab
β€’ Luleh Kebab
β€’ Chicken Kebab
β€’ Authentic Armenian mezze
β€’ Homemade desserts
🎢 Live Armenian Music & Dancing

πŸ™ Thank you for supporting our St. Leon community! Please Like and Share this post to help spread the word. We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow!

πŸ“£ HELPING HANDS STILL NEEDED FOR OUR PICNIC! βœ‹πŸ»β€οΈ Our much-anticipated St. Leon Annual Picnic is coming up fast on Sunda...
05/29/2026

πŸ“£ HELPING HANDS STILL NEEDED FOR OUR PICNIC! βœ‹πŸ»β€οΈ Our much-anticipated St. Leon Annual Picnic is coming up fast on Sunday, June 7th, and WE ARE IN NEED OF VOLUNTEER HELP. Many hands truly make light work! We especially need additional:
πŸ”Ή Runners for the early shift (11:30 AM–2:00 PM)
πŸ”Ή Food servers & runners for the second shift (1:30–4:00 PM)

Whether you can help for an hour or longer, your support would be greatly appreciated and will help make our picnic a success for everyone.

πŸ“§ To volunteer, please contact: Lynn Markarian at (201) 247-8355 or [email protected].

πŸ“ View available volunteer positions and sign up here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0449AEAE28A2FE3-63653752-stleon/168108482 #/

πŸ™ Thank you for supporting our St. Leon community! Please β€œLike” and share this post to help spread the word.

On this Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As w...
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As we gather with family and community, let us also lift up in prayer all who have served and continue to serve. May God bless the souls of the fallen, comfort their families and grant peace to our nation and the world.

β€œGreater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” β€” John 15:13

πŸŽ‰ THE TRADITION CONTINUES IN TWO WEEKS!  Don't miss the St. Leon Armenian Church Annual Picnic!  πŸ‡¦πŸ‡² 🍒  The countdown is ...
05/24/2026

πŸŽ‰ THE TRADITION CONTINUES IN TWO WEEKS! Don't miss the St. Leon Armenian Church Annual Picnic! πŸ‡¦πŸ‡² 🍒 The countdown is on! In just two weeks, St. Leon Armenian Church will once again come alive with the sounds of Armenian music, the aroma of delicious homemade food, and the joy of gathering together as a community. For years, our Annual Picnic has been a cherished tradition filled with friendship, laughter, dancing, and unforgettable memories. As you look through the photos from past picnics featured with this post, we hope they remind you of all the fun we’ve shared together...and the wonderful memories still to come this year! πŸ“Έβœ¨

πŸ“… Sunday, June 7, 2026
πŸ•› 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
πŸ“ Rain or Shine!

🍽️ Enjoy your Armenian favorites:
β€’ Shish Kebab
β€’ Luleh Kebab
β€’ Chicken Kebab
β€’ Authentic Armenian mezze & homemade desserts

🎢 Live Armenian Music & Dancing featuring:
β€’ Michael Gostanian – Kanun & Vocals
β€’ Haig Buchakjian – Oud
β€’ Christopher Vosbikian – Dumbeg
β€’ Sevan Simonian – Guitar
β€’ Steve Vosbikian – Clarinet

✨ Bring your family and friends and celebrate Armenian heritage, faith, fellowship, and tradition with the St. Leon parish community. ✝️

πŸ‘ If the memories from previous years make you smile and you’re excited to create new memories this year, be sure to LIKE this post, SHARE it with others and help us spread the word! We can’t wait to celebrate with you all!

ARMENIAN KHATCHKARS: SACRED SYMBOLS OF FAITH, HERITAGE & SACRIFICE ✝️  Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind t...
05/22/2026

ARMENIAN KHATCHKARS: SACRED SYMBOLS OF FAITH, HERITAGE & SACRIFICE ✝️ Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind the sacred carvings known as Khatchkars (Υ­Υ‘ΥΉΦ„Υ‘Φ€), meaning β€œcross-stones” in Armenian? More than just works of art, khatchkars are symbols of faith, sacrifice, hope, eternal life and the enduring spirit and faith of the Armenian people. Each khatchkar is uniquely hand-carved with intricate patterns, vines, rosettes and a central cross representing Christ’s victory over death. For centuries, Armenians have created khatchkars to commemorate loved ones, celebrate blessings, mark historic moments and express devotion to God. Khatchkars remind us that faith can be both deeply spiritual and beautifully visible.

The next time you visit St. Leon's, take a moment to pause beside the khatchkar (first photo) that was imported from Armenia and stands in the plaza outside of the Youth Center. Reflect on the sacrifice and generations of faith, resilience and artistry it represents. ❀️ πŸ™

Don’t forget to like and share this post with others to celebrate the symbolism of khatchkars in our Armenian Christian faith and heritage. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡² Do you have a photo of you standing next to a khatchkar somewhere in the world? Add it to our comments below for others to see!

St. Leon Sunday School ; St. Leon ACYOA Juniors ; Eastern Diocese

πŸŽ“ CONGRATULATIONS To Our 2026 Sunday School Graduates! πŸŽ‰ On May 17th, following the Divine Liturgy, our Sunday School jo...
05/19/2026

πŸŽ“ CONGRATULATIONS To Our 2026 Sunday School Graduates! πŸŽ‰ On May 17th, following the Divine Liturgy, our Sunday School joyfully celebrated its Graduation Ceremony, honoring the accomplishments of our graduating students. Congratulations to Victoria Ashbahian, Nver Bakalian, Aram Armenak Kalayli, Ariana Kalayli, Devan Vartan Regas and Jack Yaghdjian! We are so proud of each of you and all that you have achieved.

As you continue your educational journeys, we pray that God will guide, protect, and bless you every step of the way. πŸ•Š May the faith, values, and friendships you have built through our church community continue to strengthen and inspire you in the years ahead. God bless you always! πŸ™ ✝️

Be sure to "Like" this post and leave your congratulatory messages and prayers in the comments for our graduates! πŸ‘

St. Leon Sunday School; St. Leon ACYOA Juniors; Eastern Diocese


(photos: Haig Assadourian)

πŸ“£ CALLING ALL HELPING HANDS! βœ‹πŸ» As we prepare for our much-anticipated Annual Picnic on Sunday, June 7th, we are asking ...
05/14/2026

πŸ“£ CALLING ALL HELPING HANDS! βœ‹πŸ» As we prepare for our much-anticipated Annual Picnic on Sunday, June 7th, we are asking our church family and friends to come together in the spirit of fellowship, service, and community. There is much work to be done, and as the saying goes: many hands make light work! ❀️ Whether you can spare an hour or a whole morning, your help would be truly appreciated. IF YOU HAVE FREE TIME AND WOULD LIKE TO HELP, please join us for any of the following tasks:
πŸ§€ Wednesday, May 20th – Starting at 9:00 AM
β€’ Weigh Cheese Balls
β€’ Fold Cheese Boregs (10:00 AM)

πŸ‹ Thursday, June 4th – 10:00 AM
β€’ Juice Lemons
β€’ Clean, Wash & Dry Parsley
β€’ Slice Onions for Shish Marinade & Garnish
πŸ”₯ Friday, June 5th – 10:00 AM β€” BIG PREP DAY!

β€’ Marinate Shish Kebab
β€’ Mix, Weigh & Shape Lule Kebab
β€’ Boil Lamb Bones for Broth
β€’ Chop Peppers & Onions for Eech
β€’ Chop Parsley for Eech (3 separate bags)
β€’ Wash Tomatoes
β€’ Pack Salad with Dressing Packets
β€’ Pack Dessert Platters
β€’ Open Butter for Pilaf
β€’ Freeze Milk for Coffee
β€’ Pack Hommus

πŸ₯™ Sunday, June 7th – 9:30 AM
β€’ Shish Chicken & Shish (count skewers returning to bucket)
β€’ Cut & Bag Pita
β€’ Make & Pack Eech

πŸ“§ If you are able to help with any of the activities above, please reply to [email protected]
πŸ“ You can also view additional volunteer positions needed during the picnic and sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0449AEAE28A2FE3-63653752-stleon/168108482 #/

πŸ™ Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve and support our church community. Please remember to "Like" and share this post with friends and family to help spread the word!

St. Leon Sunday School ; St. Leon ACYOA Juniors

Address

12-61 Saddle River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ
07410

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+12017912862

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