2009

A1 – Thursday

Today the excitement was in the air as campers prepared for the evening talent show. Alternate plans went into effect for the swimming and sports portions of the day due to more rainy weather. During sports, the campers took cover under the pavillion and had an intense competition of four

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A1 – Wednesday

We were blessed to have our beloved Primate with us today at the Ararat Center. Archbishop Khajag Barsamian enlightened the campers and staff by telling them about his journey to priesthood. Leaving his family and travelling to Jerusalem at age 16, he followed his dreams of serving the Armenian church.

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A1 – Tuesday

Everyone had a great day today, despite the rain that was present all day long. We had a full day of classes with Religion, Armenian Language, Culture & Heritage and Arts & Crafts. Julie Hoplamazian, the Diocesan College Ministry Facilitator has been with us this week at camp and used

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A1-Monday

Today was our first full day of camp. The sun was out and shining which made it a beautiful day for outdoor sports and swimming. In the evening, we worked as a counselor group team for the evening program for the scavenger hunt. The youngest junior boys won the scavenger

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A1-Sunday

The 2009 camp season officially opened today at St. Vartan Camp. After the staff welcomed all of the campers, they met with their counselors and had an opportunity to get to know everyone in their counselor group before heading to dinner. After dinner, the whole camp participated in their swim

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Staff Training

Our staff arrived at the Ararat Center on Wednesday, June 24th to prepare for the arrival of campers and CITs. Staff training was led by the Youth Outreach Coordinator, Jennifer Morris and the Camp Director, Fr. Krikor A. Sabounjian. The Hye Camp Director, Fr. Aren Jebejian was present throughout the

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