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noteworthy The church fire sent flames 150 feet high and destroyed the sanctuary. CIA analysts monitor and assess foreign political developments, leadership, economic issues, military threats, and science and technology. Assyrian Church Burns in California Fire officials have determined that an electrical problem caused the blaze that damaged much of St. Mary’s Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East in California on October 16. Although some parishioners were attending Bible and Aramaic study classes that evening and worshipers had been arriving for services, no one was injured in the blaze, according to the Contra Costa Times. The House of Worship Task Force had been called to investigate amid fears that the fire could have been arson. The church fire in Tarzana sent 150-foot-high flames into the evening sky. “We lost all of it — but we did not lose our hope,” said Ramona Youhanna, 25, one of hundreds who celebrated mass the following Sunday in a makeshift sanctuary at the church, according to the Contra Costa Times. “We are going to start from zero, but we will make it better than it was. This is God’s house, Jesus’ house.” The church is raising funds to rebuild. Send checks made out to Assyrian Church of the East to 9555 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA 91356. Write “Building Fund” in the memo. Denha Inducted into Hall of Fame Amir Denha, publisher of the Chaldean Detroit Times, will be honored on November 10 by the International Institute Foundation at its Heritage Hall of Fame Dinner. The event recognizes exceptional leaders from various ethnic backgrounds who have made Amir Denha outstanding contributions to the American way of life, who have demonstrated their commitment to multiculturalism, and who have supported ethnic and cultural traditions. The past honorees are displayed at the Hall of Fame Gallery located at Cobo Hall. Denha is the founder and publisher of the Chaldean Detroit Times, which has been in circulation since 1990. The 2009 Hall of Fame Dinner takes place at the Detroit Marriott Hotel. Tickets are 0. Contact Ann Clark at (313) 871-8600 x 229 or e-mail ann@iimd.org for more information. CALC Receives Award The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is honoring the Chaldean American Ladies of Charity at an awards banquet on November 1. The 22nd annual banquet takes place at the San Marino Club, 1685 E. Big Beaver in Troy. Tickets are for members, 5 for non-members. For details, call (313) 393-2936. CIA Has Jobs to Fill The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is coming to the greater Detroit area in mid November to interview for analyst positions. But hurry – applications are due on November 2 at www.cia.gov. The CIA is looking for economists, political analysts, leadership analysts, military analysts, engineers, scientists and analytic methodologists. Analysts at the CIA provide finished intelligence to policymakers for decisions of national importance. Diane Dickow D’Agostini Jane Shallal Nida Samona CABA Salutes Female Attorneys Diane Dickow D’Agostini, Jane Shallal and Nida Samona will be featured at an Honors Ceremony from the Chaldean American Bar Association (CABA) on November 19 at Shenandoah Country Club. D’Agostini is chief justice at the 48th District Court, Shallal is executive director of the Associated Food and Petroleum Dealers, and Samona chairs the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. The event, “Chaldean Women in the Law: Past, Present, and Future,” will also honor every female Chaldean attorney to date. For tickets or more information, contact CABA President Krystal D. Hermiz at khermiz@secrestwardle.com. Jonnas Chair Special Show Acclaimed musician Alexander Zonjic will perform at the Flutes, Friends and Fa-La-La fundraiser on November 19 at Detroit Country Day School is Beverly Hills. Frank and Judy Jonna are co-chairs of the event, which pairs special-needs students of Variety Far Conservatory with professional musicians and performers. The evening includes a bazaar with students’ artwork, dinner, the performance and an afterglow. Tickets range from to 0. The non-profit FAR serves 2,000 children and adults with special needs in southeastern Michigan by providing them art, music, dance and recreation therapy. Learn more at www.varietyfar.org. Men: Mind Your PSAs All men ages 50 and older are encouraged to attend a free prostate cancer screening on November 7 held by Karmanos Cancer Center in conjunction with the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce. Early detection is key to surviving prostate cancer, the most common cancer among men. The screening consists of a simple blood test called a PSA (prostate specific antigen). Light refreshments will be served. The screening takes place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Karmanos, 31995 Northwestern Highway in Farmington Hills. Call (248) 538-4749 to learn more. Book Drive Underway The Chaldean Federation of America is hoping to raise 100,000 books to help fund its scholarship program. Used books are being accepted at a number of locations including the Chaldean News/Chaldean Chamber office, 29850 Northwestern Highway, Suite 250, in Southfield. There are also collection boxes at Chaldean churches and Shenandoah Country Club. Learn more by calling (248) 851-3023. Another Iraqi City Bans Alcohol Local Iraqi authorities have outlawed alcohol in the province of Najaf, home to the holiest Shiite city, saying it contradicts the principles of Islam. The decision to ban the sale and consumption of alcohol highlights efforts by religious parties to win support with Shiite voters before crucial parliamentary elections this January. Alcohol consumption is forbidden under Islam, and liquor stores have often been targeted by both Sunni and Shiite extremists in Iraq. Although liquor can widely be purchased in places like Baghdad, even before the ban it was difficult to purchase legally in Shiite areas such as Najaf. The stores are widely owned and operated by Christians, and the move by the Najaf provincial council could trigger fears among NOTEWORTHY continued on page 14 NOVEMBER 2009 CHALDEAN NEWS 13
