{"id":1850,"date":"2022-11-18T04:02:02","date_gmt":"2022-11-18T04:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightofthecomforter.org\/blog\/?p=1850"},"modified":"2026-07-26T16:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-26T16:07:53","slug":"2022-year-in-review-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightofthecomforter.org\/blog\/2022\/11\/2022-year-in-review-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"2022 Year in Review Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Word from Rev. Dr. Annie Arakelian<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

I continue to be amazed by how the Lord works through this ministry to fulfill His desires to see His children saved<\/strong>, healed<\/strong>, set free<\/strong>, and strengthened<\/strong>. I am in awe of how He fulfilled every promise over this year and empowered us by His spirit to help us carry out even greater works.<\/p>\n

At the end of 2021, the Lord gave clear vision that 2022 would be for equipping His army (the body of Christ). We saw Him doing this with an accelerated pace through the ministry’s groups and schools. I am so proud of our steadfast students and attendees who have grown and transformed so much over these months.<\/p>\n

It is also my joy to announce the launch of our new LLC “Wholeness Haven<\/strong>“, which will further bring equipping and restoration to the body of Christ (more info is in this newsletter). I was also honored to mentor<\/strong> an intern this year (who was doing her masters program in counseling), and hope to continue and grow these opportunities.<\/p>\n

We had an amazingly fruitful year. I give big thanks for all the support<\/strong> and prayers we received from our followers and members. We are forever grateful to our Lord for this powerful team work.<\/p>\n

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2022 Accomplishments<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Launch of “Wholeness Haven”<\/h2>\n

In addition to the non profit ministry, we have launched a new entity: Light of the Comforter Wholeness Haven LLC. This is the organization that will host our in-person retreats and boot camps.<\/p>\n

The retreat center of Wholeness Haven is decorated in a unique way to spoil and remind each woman that they are special. This is in alignment with the mission to make each guest believe in their value as a daughter of the King.<\/p>\n

Wholeness Haven Academy was also founded to facilitate and launch academies and e-courses. These virtual and in-person trainings equip students and leaders all around the world on topics related to wholeness in body, soul, and spirit.<\/p>\n

If you’d like to know Wholeness Haven’s offerings, please reach out:<\/p>\n

Email contact for e-course offerings: academy@locwholenesshaven.com<\/strong><\/p>\n

Email contact for retreat offerings: retreat@locwholenesshaven.com<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wholeness Haven “Refreshing and Empowering” Retreat<\/h1>\n

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Highlight video with testimonies can be viewed here<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!<\/h4>\n

View highlight photos by clicking here!<\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n

Light of the Comforter held its annual wellness retreat, hosted for the first time in sunny Florida. The retreat was the inaugural event for the ministry’s new brand “Wholeness Haven”, which was established to continue promoting health in the body, soul, and spirit. In alignment with Wholeness Haven’s mission to restore the daughters of The King, each room was decorated in a unique way to spoil and remind each woman that they are special.<\/span><\/p>\n

Eleven guests from different states and countries traveled to participate in refreshing and empowering activities. The women enjoyed fellowship and fun while visiting SeaWorld, swimming, and receiving facials. Restoration and healing of hearts<\/strong> was experienced during the inner healing art workshop.<\/span><\/p>\n

Incredible breakthroughs<\/strong> and healing<\/strong> were experienced during worship times because the tangible presence, glory, and love of God<\/strong> touched hearts<\/strong> and minds<\/strong>. There were many open heaven encounters<\/strong> where angels<\/strong> and Jesus Himself<\/strong> came to empower and fill all.<\/span><\/p>\n

Deliverance<\/strong> was experienced by many, freeing them from bondages<\/strong>. Impartation<\/strong> and activation<\/strong> of spiritual gifts and callings was experienced as the anointing of God poured out.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Lord led us to incorporate specific flags (designed by Monique Kendikian-Sarkessian) into our worship and impartation time. While each was waved as a banner (Exodus 15:17), the Lord released different things into the atmosphere and upon specific people. Some said “His banner over me is love” (Song of Solomon 2:4) and released His love, while other banners were red with the color of Jesus’ blood, and released His righteousness<\/strong> or His fire<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

We give God all the glory for all He did during this retreat! He truly spoiled us with His love and showed His power and faithfulness in whole new levels.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Certificate Schools<\/strong><\/h1>\n

One of our goals for 2022 was to grow and expand our online school offerings in order to reach more leaders around the world. Over the year, new course offerings were added, equipping over 29 prayer ministers<\/strong> and pastors<\/strong> located in 3 countries<\/strong>. Thanks to generous donations, several scholarships<\/strong> were able to be offered to students who showed great merit and dedication.<\/span><\/p>\n

Completing one of these schools is a HUGE accomplishment that we don’t take lightly. In order to receive certificates of completion, these courses required commitment with attendance, homework, and practical application through exercises. We are so proud of each of our graduates, and admire them for their dedication to spreading the healing power of Jesus Christ around the world.<\/span><\/p>\n

To see the fruit of your prayers and donations for this ministry, join us in listening to student testimonies at this link<\/a><\/strong>. Please join us in congratulating our graduates!<\/span><\/p>\n

Want to learn at your own pace?<\/span><\/h4>\n

Our online certificate schools were taught live but recorded. If you’d like to have access to the recorded videos and notes (though some courses just have notes at this moment), you can purchase them online here<\/a><\/strong>! Further questions can go to: academy@locwholenesshaven.com<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Six-Month Inner Healing & Deliverance School<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

Description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

This school will train you to minister to the body of Christ through inner healing and deliverance. Learning about these two topics will bring healing and freedom in your own life and equip you with the tools and knowledge how to minister to other wounded souls. You will be equipped with spiritual warfare weapons and strategies to set captives (to sin, pain, and curses) free.<\/span><\/p>\n

Two-fold purpose of the school:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Restoring students’ true identities, through healing and deliverance from past wounds and captive areas.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Equipping students for prophetic healing and deliverance ministry.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    We are so proud of our 21 graduates<\/em><\/strong> of this school!<\/span><\/p>\n

    3-in-1 Prophetic Ministry School<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

    Comprised of three schools:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. School of Spiritual Gifts and Holy Spirit<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. School of Prophecy and Discernment<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. School of Prophetic Intercessory Warrior<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Have you been seeking to develop your spiritual gifts and discover how they tie into your purpose? Have you been wanting to grow in the prophetic, understand dreams, and hear God’s voice clearer? Do you want to know how to more effectively intercede in prayer, so you can reach breakthroughs for yourself and others?<\/span><\/p>\n

      In addition to receiving teaching, you will be in a safe environment to discover, practice, and strengthen your gifts, while learning how to overcome their weaknesses. Step-by-step guidance will be given during practice scenarios which will help you grow in confidence to use this gift to further the kingdom of God. Impartation and activation during the sessions will also increase the frequency and strength of the prophetic insights you receive from the Lord.<\/span><\/p>\n

      We are so proud of our 23 graduates<\/em><\/strong> of this school!<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Entering Your Season of Abundance<\/h1>\n

      End-of-Year Event<\/h2>\n

      Light of the Comforter Ministries had a special service on December 21st, to begin the transition into the new year. There was worship and prayers for individuals, families, and nations to be anointed with the Holy Spirit’s fresh oil. Rev. Annie Arakelian gave a prophetic word from the Lord about His plans for 2023.<\/p>\n

      Testimonies:<\/h3>\n

      As we received the Lord’s fresh fire and passion for 2023, we were positioned to walk in our new seasons of abundance. Throughout the service, the Lord was:<\/span><\/p>\n