Ep 52: Unwavering Faith (Part 2) – The Story of Armenia Resilience and Spiritual Epiphanies

Send us Fan Mail"Come join a conversation enveloped by the aura of heritage, a tapestry woven with threads of survival and faith. Our discussion is one deeply rooted in history, personal anecdotes, and rich with the resilience of the Armenian people."PlayGrounds section:Today's PlayGround section was recorded after our 'CHRISTMAS JOE' performance.Wilma CholakianArmenian Martyrs' Congregational ChurchHavertown, PAWebsite: https://www.amccpa.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amccpa/Armenian Mission Association of Americahttps://amaa.org/As I sat across from Wilma Cholakian, I couldn't help but be enveloped by the aura of her heritage, a tapestry woven with threads of survival and faith. Our conversation, deeply rooted in history and rich with personal anecdotes, traversed the resilience of the Armenian people during and after the genocide of 1915. Wilma, an esteemed member of the Armenian Martyrs Congregation, recounted her family's unwavering devotion to their Christian faith and Armenian identity despite the shadow of atrocity. The narrative unfurled to reveal her father's scholarly pursuits at St. Paul's College and her grandmother's proficiency in English, courtesy of missionary education—a testament to the indomitable spirit of their community.The second half of our dialogue turned toward post-WWII life in Aleppo and the formidable task of steering Haigazian University through the Lebanese Civil War. Amid the clatter of church bells that rang in both Armenian and Arabic, we shared a moment of epiphany, a realization of faith forged in the fire of life-threatening situations. It was a glimpse into the profound spiritual awakenings and daily dangers that colored this turbulent period. Then, as we discussed the close-knit fabric of the global Christian community, it became clear how serendipity and divine intervention intertwine our lives. As our time together drew to a close, I was left with a deep sense of gratitude for Wilma's insights and a renewed anticipation for what is to come.Does any of today's podcast resonate with you? Let us know here:https://playsonword.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/podcast-reviewsTo Support Plays On Word Radio and Plays On Word Theater, please visit:https://playsonword.networkforgoodThe Plays On Word Theater team is setting up new performance dates! Reach out with inquiries: https://playsonword.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/event-submission-formPlays On Word website Plays On Word YouTubePlays On Word FacebookPlays On Word InstagramEmail us: [email protected]