[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 156 (Friday, October 31, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2199-E2200]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING THE HOLY CROSS ARMENIAN APOSTOLIC CATHEDRAL

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                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 30, 2003

  Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before you today to recognize one of 
the most historically rich institutions in the United States. On 
November 1, 2003, the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Cathedral of 
Montebello, California will be celebrating its eighty years of service 
to the Los Angeles Armenian American community under the auspices of 
their Prelate, His Eminence Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian.
  This historic occasion for the Holy Cross Cathedral is a culmination 
of leadership, dedication, commitment, and community work. Since its 
erection in 1922, Holy Cross is the second oldest Armenian Cathedral in 
the state of California and the oldest in Los Angeles County. For 
eighty years, Holy Cross has touched the lives of millions of 
churchgoers and other religious individuals looking for spiritual 
fulfillment. In addition, it has given positive direction to Armenian 
children and adolescents through their exceptional Mesrobian school 
system.
  Additionally, Holy Cross's leadership has paved the way for other 
Armenian Apostolic churches throughout Southern California. Inspired by 
Holy Cross, over seven churches and congregations have been 
established. I am happy to note that all of them serve their 
congregations, youth, community, and country with all their love and 
energy.

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  I am proud to say that the Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Cathedral 
exemplifies the greatness in our nation's religious and community 
institutions.

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