St. Thomas Armenian Apostolic Church

My husband and I had our wedding here last weekend on April 26th 2025. It was everything we wanted and more. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and we still have guest telling us how stunning everything looked . We just want to thank Jacklyn for all her help . She was so kind, helpful and patient with the entire process. She helped make this day unforgettable . If you’re considering getting married here do not hesitate . This will be the day we will remember and cherish for the rest of our lives.

Such a beautiful place! I love this Armenian church.

While surfing the web for things to do off the beaten path, my partner, our friends and I couldn’t pass up on this opportunity to attend a fall food festival featuring Armenian and Mediterranean cuisine held today in Tenafly, just 5 miles north of the George Washington Bridge. Upon arrival, the church resembles somewhat of the Byzantine style. Completed in 1965, St. Thomas Armenian Apostolic Church continues the Armenian heritage and culture in their children by keeping them together through a common purpose. Upon entering the church right after service, one can’t help but smell the aromatic scent of the incense. Besides the beautiful stained glass on either side and altar, their prize possession has to be the dome covered in stained glass and hanging lamps. We entered the Atrium (Mekhjian) and Ariyan Halls with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and expanded windows to join other patrons in purchasing food and baking goods to eat at their dining room or to go. With the limited menu, we decided on the platters: chicken, lamb, and luleh (a blend of ground beef and lamb rolled into a sausage-shaped log). Each was accompanied by rice pilaf and salad. It was tasty, delicious, and homemade. While eating, we got a chance to meet up with Jacklyn Baltain, the event coordinator and parishioner organizing this event. It was a nice fall day spent with food and company.

Gorgeous church and halls. Beautiful grounds and huge parking lot. Close to highways and GW bridge. Minutes from NYC.