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EVENTS Gala Fever PHOTOS BY WILSON SARKIS PHOTO On Thursday, September 12, the Chaldean Community Foundation hosted the 6th Annual Gala at Palazzo Grande in Shelby Township. The honoree this year was Bishop Emeritus Ibrahim Ibrahim, who was awarded a Lifetime Humanitarian Award for his lifelong commitment of service to the Church and the community. This prestigious recognition highlighted not only his significant contributions to the Chaldean community but also his unwavering dedication to humanitarian efforts both locally and globally. Clockwise from top: Bishop Francis Kalabat (l), Saber Ammori, Bishop Ibrahim, Sylvester Sandiha and Martin Manna present a check for the Bishop’s Library. From left: Carol Loussia, Lara Loussia, a friend, and Nora Barbat. Nearly 900 people attended the Gala on September 12. There was a delegation from Hungary in attendance. Eli Thomas (l) and Galia Thomas (r) flank a friend and two Sisters. Left to right: Fr. Bryan Kassa, Fr. John Jaddou, and Fr. Manuel Boji. Celebrating Educators PHOTOS BY ALEX LUMELSKY The CCF partnered with the City of Detroit and the Historical Designation Advisory Board (HDAB) to host a luncheon in honor of Chaldean teachers who taught or are currently teaching at Detroit Public Schools. Attendees were encouraged to bring photos, flyers, newspaper clippings ot anything else related to their teaching years. Educators shared experiences with event coordinators and fellow attendees at the Chaldean Town Educators Memory Luncheon. 44 CHALDEAN NEWS OCTOBER 2024
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