St. John Armenian Church Pastor Rev. Fr. Mesrop Ash Receives “Andranik Ozanyan” Medal

On January 28, 2020, in celebration of the Armed Forces Day, the Rev. Fr. Mesrop Ash, pastor of Saint John Armenian Apostolic Church of San Francisco, was honored with the prestigious “Andranik Ozanyan” Medal for providing unconditional support and humanitarian efforts towards the betterment of the Armed Forces Chaplaincy, the soldiers and their families. 

The medal was awarded to Fr. Mesrop by the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Armenia Mr. David Tonoyan.

The family of the Western Diocese extend our heartfelt congratulatory wishes to Rev. Fr. Mesrop Ash and his family on this recognition. May the Good Lord continue to bless them and grant them long and healthy lives years in order that they may continue their God-pleasing services to our homeland and leading the flock of Christ on the path to righteousness.