Our 90th Anniversary Celebration

For nearly a century, the Armenian families of St. Gregory have played a pivotal role in transforming the greater Springfield community. The stories and images showcased on this part of our website are a testament to the resilience, sacrifice, perseverance, service, and profound love for life, family, and church that define our community members.

2024 marks the 90th anniversary of the groundbreaking ceremony for St. Gregory Church, which took place on May 28, 1934. What began as a modest 24x44 ft. brick building, constructed by members of the Indian Orchard ARF, has now become a landmark at the corner of Goodwin St. and Mazarin St. Over the past 90 years, our church has welcomed numerous esteemed clergy, politicians, business leaders, and individuals from all faiths and backgrounds. St. Gregory Church is renowned for its close-knit, inclusive community, offering unconditional acceptance to all who enter its doors.

St. Gregory Church has always been a special sanctuary for Armenians. In the early 20th century, thousands of Armenians fled persecution during the 1915 Armenian Genocide and sought refuge in America. Many settled in Springfield and Indian Orchard, forming a small yet vibrant community. These Armenians thrived, establishing themselves in various industries while maintaining their cultural heritage.

Throughout the decades, the church they built in 1934 has stood as a constant in their lives, reminding them of their roots and collective achievements. St. Gregory Church symbolizes unity and survival, a beacon of hope and community after the Armenian Genocide.