New Jersey ARS Chapters Hold ‘Walk Armenia’ Event

On Sun., June 1, under the Auspices of the Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern United States, the four ARS chapters of New Jersey—“Agnouni,” “Bergen County,” “Shakeh,” and “Spitak”—held their annual “Walk Armenia” event.

Front of Sts. Vartanantz Church to Receive Rev. Fr. Hovnan Bozoian’s Blessing

This worthwhile fundraising and public relations event aims to help local organizations, Armenian citizens in Armenia, and various non-profit projects. This year, part of the proceeds will benefit Camp Haiastan.

In preparation for the Walk Armenia, committee members gathered in front of Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church in Ridgefield, N.J., to distribute the traditional custom-made T-shirts for the walkers and to receive Rev. Fr. Hovnan Bozoian’s blessing.

The walk this year took place in Van Saun County Park in Paramus. The weather was magnificent and the walk was delightful. More than 30 supporters attended with uniformed T-shirts, flags, sneakers, wheelchairs, and canes. We are a small community holding hands together for a greater goal.