It is with tremendous pride that we announce the second web-based, asynchronous course, at Tyndale University in the winter of 2027.
The Inaugural Course (Winter 2026): Launched in early 2026, the program debuted with an online course examining the history of the Armenian Apostolic Church. It featured international guest lecturers, including Archbishop Papken Tcharian (Prelate of Canada), Prof. Michael Papazian (Berry College, USA), Prof. Ara Sanjian (University of Michigan-Dearborn, USA), Prof. Varak Ketsamanian (American University of Beirut, Lebanon) and Father Barouyr Shernezian, PhD (Dean of Seminary at the Catholicosate of Cilicia, Lebanon).
The Upcoming Liturgical Course (Early 2027): A second web-based, asynchronous course titled “Introduction to Armenian Liturgy: Exploring the Armenian Liturgical Tradition in Comparative Perspective” (Course Code: THEO 0554) will run from January 12 to April 2, 2027. It is taught by Father Bsag Tepirjian, PhD, and Deacon Daron Halajian, DMin Candidate.
Program Overview
• Partnership: Developed by the Armenian Prelacy of Canada under the auspices of Archbishop Papken Tcharian and Tyndale University.
• Format: Web-based and asynchronous, allowing students to study without fixed class times.
• Audience: Open to young adults, parish members, and anyone wanting to deepen their knowledge of Armenian church heritage.
Course Offerings
• Inaugural Course (Winter 2026): Focused on the history of the Armenian Apostolic Church, covering its origins, development, and cultural impact. The course lecturers were Father Keghart Kosbakian, DPT Candidate and Deacon Daron Halajian, DMin Candidate.
• Second Course (Winter 2027): “Introduction to Armenian Liturgy: Exploring the Armenian Liturgical Tradition in Comparative Perspective” (Course Code: THEO 0554).
Dates: January 12 – April 2, 2027.
Instructors: Father Bsag Tepirjian, PhD, and Deacon Daron Halajian, DMin Candidate.
Why Asynchronous Learning Helps
• Flexibility: Students can complete readings and assignments around their personal or work schedules.
• Accessibility: Learners from different locations can join without needing to be online at a specific time.
• Pacing: Students have more time to process complex reading materials and discussion prompts.
How to Register
• Registration is open through Tyndale University How to Register.
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