“Ever since I was a child, the Diocese has served as a
‘home base’ for everything Armenian-related. It’s where we went to badarak;
where my parents were married; where I went to pray and talk to God.
Culturally, it’s a cornerstone of my Armenian identity—from its bookstore to
its programming.” A donor wrote these words, to describe the important
place the Eastern Diocese held in her life. Her sentiment is borne out by
numerous people in New York City and the country, who responded to our recent
survey titled, “How Are We Doing?” In it, we asked why people give to the
Diocese and to other non-profits; we asked if the Diocese fulfills your needs,
and how it could better serve our generous members.
To all those who shared their thoughts—and clearly
expressed the critical role the Armenian Church plays in your lives—I want to
say, Thanks.
Respondents told us they appreciate communications like
this message, along with receiving our heartfelt acknowledgements of their
contributions.
They said that upholding the Armenian faith and culture
is a paramount value in their lives—with 68% of respondents giving to the
Diocese to preserve these values, and 64% attending the Armenian Church because
of their strong faith.
When it comes to improving as an organization, 57%
suggested better parish and parishioner outreach. We look forward to helping
implement these thoughts in the coming year.
In these final weeks of 2016, the Development Department
is focusing its energy on the Annual Appeal campaign. I want to thank every
donor who has already contributed—as well as those who are considering a
donation to support our ministries. Please accept my personal invitation to
learn more and enjoy some Christmas shopping on Thursday, December 15, when
we’re holding at a special event at the Michael Aram flagship store in
Manhattan. Click here to learn more about this special event.
This month the Diocese is promoting its second annual
“Giving Tuesday”: an online initiative launched four years ago by the 92nd
Street Y and the United Nations Foundation to encourage charitable giving
worldwide. Please consider being a part of the occasion on Tuesday, November
29—not only to help the Eastern Diocese, but to acknowledge the many meaningful
causes that speak to your heart.
Your ongoing confidence in the Diocese inspires us to
reach higher, and build on our accomplishments. Your support keeps the Armenian
Church of America vital and healthy. All our efforts will continue to bear
fruit when we advance our church’s mission together.
Sincerely,
Taleen Babayan
Development Department
www.armenianchurch-ed.net
www.facebook.com/easterndiocese
(212) 686-0710, ext. 144
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