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Posted: 10/08/2026
Clergy and deacons representing the Oriental Orthodox Churches gathered on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Christ the Good Shepherd Coptic Orthodox Church in Long Beach for a joint Divine Liturgy, celebrating their shared faith and enduring spiritual bonds.
The day’s celebrant was the Very Rev. Fr. Yeremia Abgaryan, Diocesan Vicar General and Pastor of St. Mary Armenian Church of Costa Mesa, who was joined by clergy and deacons from the Oriental Orthodox Churches in the sacred service.
In his homily, Fr. Yeremia emphasized the importance of preserving the Orthodox Christian faith and serving Christ our Lord with unwavering dedication and enduring love. He encouraged the faithful to remain steadfast in their spiritual commitments and to uphold the sacred traditions entrusted to them.
The gathering served as a meaningful expression of Christian unity and fellowship, reaffirming the shared heritage and common witness of the Oriental Orthodox Churches in their service to Christ and His Church.
