Over 95 Years of Service to Our Church
Women’s Guild
Join us in our mission to support and uplift the St. Leon Armenian Church community through dedicated service and fellowship.
St. Leon Church Women's Guild
We are humbled yet proud to serve our Church and preserve our unique heritage as generations of women before us.
The St. Leon Women’s Ladies Aid Society was initiated on September 1, 1928 by eight dedicated women in Paterson, New Jersey. Although its name has changed to St. Leon Women’s Guild and our membership has grown exponentially, our purpose remains the same. We look forward to celebrating our 100th Anniversary in 2028!
Through monthly meetings and a variety of activities and programs, our Guild works to help our Church in any way it can. Joining the Women’s Guild means becoming a part of the organization which is known as “The backbone of our parish”. We welcome women of all ages and offer a variety of opportunities through which to become involved. Aside from service to our church and community, we encourage fellowship among members along with spiritual and personal growth.
Perhaps known best for the tasty delights coming from the kitchen for various events, our Women’s Guild regularly makes and bakes choreg which is offered for sale on Sundays after church. We hold our annual Easter Fundraiser taking orders for two kinds of choreg and other items for the holiday as well as preparing food for the June Picnic and Fall Food Festival. Various speakers are often featured at meetings and side trips to various venues have been offered.
Service to the community includes the long-standing relationship with Eva’s Shelter in Paterson, the original home of St. Leon. Over the years, our members have taken part in a wide variety of services, especially for Eva’s Hope Residence for Women and Children, by providing monthly meals, decorating the home for the Christmas Holiday, hosting activities for the mothers and children in residence and collecting and donating various necessary items. More recently, we have served meals at Eva’s Kitchen to those less fortunate, a very heart-warming experience.
Our Mission
Membership Meetings
Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month September through June of each year.
Meetings start at 6:30 PM and are held in the Abajian Hall.
Membership Requirements
Membership is open to all women in the St. Leon parish over the age of 18.
Annual Dues: $20.00 preferably payable January through June.
The Women's Guild
Commitment to Service
“I solemnly pledge and promise as a member of the Women’s Guild of the St. Leon Armenian Church of Fair Lawn to uphold the By-laws of this organization and to do my best to preserve the heritage and progress of the Armenian Church. With the Women’s Guild being an extension of that spirit, I will work with my fellow members willingly and harmoniously, performing duties requested of me with open mind and heart. I will extend my hand in service to my community, church and God.”
Executive Board
Meet the dedicated Executive Board Members of the St. Leon Armenian Church Women’s Guild.
Rev. Fr. Diran Bohajian
President
Lisa Boyajian
Recording Secretary
Donna D. Hortian
Chairlady
Lisa Tartaglione
Corresponding Secretary
Vivian Hovsepian
Vice-Chairlady
Nadya Boyadjian
Treasurer
Join the Womens Guild Today!
To become a member of the Women’s Guild, you must be a woman over the age of 18 who is a member of St. Leon Armenian Church. We welcome women who are committed to serving our community and participating in our events and activities.
Members are expected to attend monthly meetings, participate in fundraising events, and volunteer for various church activities. A yearly membership fee of $20 is required to support our initiatives. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated and vibrant community.
