STS. VARTANANTZ ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CHURCH

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Sts. Vartanantz offers education, worship, and activities for different ages. Select a program below to read about it.

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Ages 12–19 · SALT & LIGHT

Salt & Light Youth Ministry

A Friday-night program for ages 12–19. We discuss the Bible and our Armenian Christian faith, spend time together, and plan group outings. Meetings begin at 7:30 PM.

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OUR ARMENIAN COMMUNITY

Cultural
organizations

These organizations support Armenian cultural, charitable, and community activities. Select a name to read more.

ARSArmenian Relief Society

A humanitarian organization serving Armenian communities worldwide through education, health, welfare, and relief programs.

Ladies’ Guild

The parish women’s group supports church life through hospitality, fundraising, and community events.

Men’s Club

The parish men’s organization coordinates fellowship, community events, and support for church operations.

Homenetmen

The Armenian General Athletic Union promotes physical fitness, scouting, and cultural identity for youth.

Hamazkayin

An Armenian cultural and educational association promoting arts, language, and literature.

AYFArmenian Youth Federation

A politically engaged youth organization promoting Armenian identity, advocacy, and civic participation.

ARFArmenian Revolutionary Federation

A historic Armenian political party advocating for Armenian national aspirations and justice.

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About Salt & Light

Salt & Light is a nonprofit youth program at Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church in Ridgefield, New Jersey, for ages 12–19. We meet every Friday at 7:30 PM to read the Bible and talk about God, our faith, and the Armenian Church. We also plan outings and other activities throughout the year. Check the calendar for upcoming events, or sign up for text updates to receive reminders.

Every Friday at 7:30 PM

Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church
Ridgefield, New Jersey

01 / FAITH

Bible discussions

We read passages from the Bible and discuss how they relate to our lives. Questions are always welcome.

02 / FRIENDSHIP

Time together

Friday meetings are also a chance to catch up with friends and meet other young people in the parish.

03 / OUTINGS

Group outings

We plan activities outside our regular meetings. Dates and details are listed on the calendar.

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SCRIPTURE
“Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”
MATTHEW 5:14 · KJV