The Prelate blesses the “Madagh” after officiating requiem for ARS members The Armenian Apostolic Church celebrated the Sunday of the Prodigal Son on February 28. It is a customary tradition that on the final Sunday of February, a special requiem service is conducted for the souls of Armenian Relief Society members. Under the auspices of Western Prelate Bishop Torkom Donoyan, the requiem service took place at all Prelacy churches. On this occasion, the Prelate presided over the Divine Liturgy, delivered his message and conducted the requiem service for ARS and ARF “Rosdom” committee members, at Holy Martyrs Church in Encino. In attendance were members of the A.R.S Regional, “Anahid,” “Lori” and “Maro” chapters.