Making saints out of Halloween and Religion

Next Step #125: Putting the Saints back into Halloween. Nothing to fear unless you’re peddling religion to children. Didn’t we say religion is not for kids! We find Patriarch Kyrll and Pope Benedict on the same page? In His Shoes hits the $ 500,000 mark to aid children of Genocide. Religion in the World: Pew Research 
The quiz: http://features.pewforum.org/quiz/us-religious-knowledge/index.php
Nicholas Kristoff’s adaption: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/10/opinion/10kristof.html?_r=1
Song "Horovel" by Rouben Matevosyan
Ani's Bubbles: "Homeless Outreach"
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

New Means for a Bold Mission

Next Step #124: Just back from the New Media Expo in Las Vegas with ideas and resources for Epostle.net expansion. How new media becomes a tool for evangelization. The Mission of Christ as expressed in Luke 4:14-21 becomes the Mission of the Church – the Body of Christ. Exploring the mission beyond the literal expression and finding the power of Love. Also: Druids and religious charity. Manfred Mann turns 70.
Song by Chingiz Sadykhov, Caucasian Medley;
Ani's Bubbles: "Smiles";
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for epostle.net

Pay Phone Bank at the Mandalay Bay, LV

New Media to Domestic Violence

Next Step #123: On the eve of the New Media Expo, the Epostle.net staff steps in the shoes of the Holy Translators and looks for the means to simplify the complex. Tigran translates the Nicene Creed to American Sign . Domestic Violence is brought to forum with the tragic story of Zaruhi. Sign the petition to bring legislation in Armenia and DO something more. Fr. Vazken outlines a plan for a women’s shelter where safety and spirituality are both priorities. The nonsense of the church doilies and the absurdity of women subjecting to men. We’re off to New Media Expo.
Human Rights Now - Armenia's Domestic Violence Legislation is Overdue
Petition for Armenia to Pass Domestic Violence Legislation: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/armenia-must-pass-domestic-abuse-law/
Song: “Magdalene Laundries” by Joni Mitchell
Ani’s Bubbles: Mother Teresa on the poor feeding the poor
Produced by  Suzie Shatarevyan for Epostle.net

Magdalen Laundry in England - Early 20th Century

Stuck on the Bridge: When Tools become Toys

Next Step #122: Hypocrisy and khash (patcha) are not for the weak at heart. Orthodoxy is not for saints alone! What happens when our tools turn into toys and we lose sense of purpose in our lives? How to discuss hypocrisy WITHOUT being accused of hypocrisy? Fr. Vazken explores the different dimensions of the Church, giving, forgiving and BECOMING the Body of Christ today. Is there a “LIMIT” to wealth? Bill & Melinda Gates spend their money on charity – and how! John Lennon's legacy further explored and the Highway Patrol 10-4 Parade. Archbishop Kaloustian’s Bridge metaphor. A look at the expanding programming at Epostle.net on the eve of the Las Vegas convocation at Media World Expo (http://www.blogworldexpo.com) 
Song: "Would Jesus Wear a Rolex" by Ray Stevens (Link to Song)
“Image” by John Lennon, performed by John Bayless “Bach on Abbey Road”
Ani's Bubbles: “God's Cake” http://scrubsmag.com/author/AniBurr 
Produced by Suzie Shatarevyan for http://epostle.net