For centuries, handwritten manuscripts have carried the heart of Chaldean Christianity—its prayers, teachings, and sacred traditions. Preserved through persecution and passed down through generations, these texts have long connected us to our faith, language, and identity.

“Chaldean Community Foundation East is about acculturation; CCF West is about cultural preservation.” So says Martin Manna, president of both the Chaldean Community Foundation and the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce.

A teacher’s greatest contribution lies in their ability to inspire, educate and shape the lives of students. They go beyond simply imparting knowledge by encouraging critical thinking, modeling positive behavior, and nurturing character development.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) no longer lives solely in the realm of science fiction. For those who grew up watching The Jetsons or Star Trek, today’s world might look a bit different than imagined—but it’s not far off. Robotic maids like Rosie Jetson aren’t available just yet, but robotic vacuums have been around for years.

The Chaldean American Student Association (CASA) began more than 30 years ago with a mission to inspire Chaldean youth to pursue higher education and to educate the broader public about Chaldean culture.

Marian High School is getting a major glow-up. The all-girls Catholic prep school is set to launch a $7 million modernization beginning in spring 2025, part of a bold, two-phase initiative to reimagine its learning spaces and secure long-term sustainability for future generations.

Learning English isn’t easy, and for many new speakers, conversation is the most challenging skill to master. The West Bloomfield Library offers two welcoming programs for adults learning English who want to practice speaking in a supportive, community-based setting.

جيلًا‭ ‬بعد‭ ‬جيل،‭ ‬وزمناً‭ ‬بعد‭ ‬زمان‭ ‬يصح‭ ‬القول‭ ‬وتثبت‭ ‬الأحداث‭ ‬بان‭ ‬التعليم‭ ‬هو‭ ‬من‭ ‬أسس‭ ‬التقويم‭ ‬الثابتة‭ ‬والتربية‭ ‬المهمة‭ ‬إذ‭ ‬عندما‭ ‬يتعلم‭ ‬الناس،‭ ‬فإنهم‭ ‬يتقدمون‭ ‬فكريًا،‭ ‬ويتلقون‭ ‬دروسًا‭ ‬في‭ ‬الحياة،‭ ‬وينضمون‭ ‬إلى‭ ‬أجواء‭ ‬العالم‭ ‬الحديث‭. ‬وهذه‭ ‬لمحة‭ ‬عن‭ ‬التعليم‭ ‬وتاريخ‭ ‬وإسهامات‭ ‬الشماس‭ ‬الكلداني‭ ‬والمؤلف‭ ‬والمعلم‭ ‬والمربي‭ ‬يوسف‭ ‬منصور‭ ‬ميري‭ (‬ماري‭).‬

في‭ ‬صباح‭ ‬الثلاثاء،‭ ‬الثامن‭ ‬عشر‭ ‬من‭ ‬حزيران‭ ‬2025،‭ ‬خيّم‭ ‬الحزن‭ ‬على‭ ‬بلدة‭ ‬ألقوش،‭ ‬وامتدّ‭ ‬إلى‭ ‬كل‭ ‬بيت‭ ‬كلداني‭ ‬في‭ ‬العراق‭ ‬والمهجر،‭ ‬بعد‭ ‬أن‭ ‬أعلن‭ ‬عن‭ ‬وفاة‭ ‬سيادة‭ ‬المطران‭ ‬مار‭ ‬بولس‭ ‬ثابت‭ ‬حبيب‭ ‬المكو،‭ ‬راعي‭ ‬أبرشية‭ ‬ألقوش‭ ‬الكلدانية،‭ ‬عن‭ ‬عمر‭ ‬ناهز‭ ‬49‭ ‬عامًا،‭ ‬قضاه‭ ‬في‭ ‬خدمة‭ ‬الإيمان‭ ‬والكنيسة،‭ ‬ورافق‭ ‬فيه‭ ‬شعبه‭ ‬في‭ ‬السراء‭ ‬والضراء‭.‬

لا تخلو صفحة من صفحات تأريخ العراق الحديث إلا وتجري الاشارة والاشادة بتأريخ ودور اليهود العراقيين في اغناء جوانب كثيرة ورائدة في مجتمع وحياة العراقيين لكن سياسة الانظمة، والتعصب والكراهية فعلت فعلتها تجاه هذا المكون الاصيل فكان الاضطهاد والتسقيط والتهجير والملاحقة، وجرى وبتعمد تام تغييب تأريخ يهود العراق في القرن العشرين، حتى بدأت هذه الحالة الشاذة تتساقط امام تطور المجتمعات، ، وانتشار المعرفة، والثقافة. واليوم لم يعد هناك وجود ليهود العراق في وطنهم الأم، ولكن إرثهم الحضاري ومزاراتهم ورموزهم ما زالت موجودة.

قلعة‭ ‬أربيل‭ ‬هي‭ ‬قلعة‭ ‬وحصن‭ ‬أثري‭ ‬تقع‭ ‬فوق‭ ‬تل‭ ‬في‭ ‬مركز‭ ‬مدينة‭ ‬أربيل‭ ‬في‭ ‬كردستان‭ ‬العراق‭ ‬وهي‭ ‬بمثابة‭ ‬مركز‭ ‬مدينة‭ ‬أربيل‭ ‬التاريخي‭ ‬وأُدرجت‭ ‬القلعة‭ ‬على‭ ‬قائمة‭ ‬التراث‭ ‬العالمي‭ ‬منذ‭ ‬21‭ ‬يونيو‭ ‬2014

The school year has officially come to a close, and we couldn’t be prouder of our Little Scholars. This summer, 28 students graduated from the program and will begin kindergarten in the fall. We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to seeing what the future holds for them.

On June 3, the Chaldean Community Foundation had the honor of welcoming His Excellency Bishop Basilio Yaldo from Iraq for a special visit.

The 2025 Cosmetology Mentorship Program, presented in partnership with Alline Salon Group, officially launched June 11 with great success. Nearly 30 aspiring cosmetologists took part in two full-day sessions designed to introduce the foundational concepts of the beauty industry.

On June 16, the Chaldean Community Foundation welcomed Dr. Fadi Al-Qas Hanna, an interventional cardiologist at Henry Ford Health, for an informative presentation on high blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart palpitations.

On Monday, July 14, 2025, the Chaldean Community Foundation and Chaldean American Chamber welcomed Mr. Hussain Iqbal and Mohammed Islam from the Mridha Bengali Cultural Center in Warren to CCF-West for a meaningful visit and conversation. The meeting focused on learning more about the Chaldean community and exploring opportunities for collaboration between the Bengali and Chaldean communities in Warren and Sterling Heights.

Kyle Mona, a Kettering University Electrical Engineering student, is redefining the future of smart homes through his innovative approach to home automation. Inspired by his family’s hands-on experiences, particularly time spent with his grandfather and father in an auto repair shop, Kyle developed a passion for electronics and automation.

On June 5, 2025, Commander Jason G. Abro of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office graduated from the 294th session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. This elite program, which selects fewer than 1 % of law enforcement officers across the U.S., offers an intensive 10-week course focused on advanced leadership, communication, and physical fitness training.

Some members of the Chaldean community will be recognized with Community Excellence Awards at the 17th Annual Key to the Township Awards, taking place July 30 at Wabeek Country Club in West Bloomfield.