The traditions, values, interpretations, and actions of Christians change drastically throughout history. As Chaldeans were likely among the religion’s first converts, our community has followed those changes and is still experiencing them today.
Read MoreAs so many of us look forward to the holiday season and the gifts we’ll exchange with family and friends, our thoughts also turn to those who are less fortunate and the true spirit of the season — “Give big, to get back, to give bigger,” as Rob Bava says. Bava is Community Choice Credit Union’s longtime president and CEO.
Read MoreAbout 99 percent of the Christian communities in the Kurdistan Region live in Erbil and Duhok provinces, said Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) minister Ano Jawhar. Jawhar, the KRG Minister of Communication and Transport, made the remarks during a presser held at a meeting of various members of the ethnic and religious communities to discuss the ongoing legal challenges by the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) to the quota seats of ethno-religious components.
Read MoreIt is with immense pride and joy that I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you as we celebrate a remarkable milestone — the 20th anniversary of the Chaldean News. Two decades ago, we embarked on a journey to amplify the voices, stories, and achievements of the Chaldean community. Today, as we reflect on this incredible journey, we are filled with gratitude for the unwavering support and encouragement from our readers, contributors, and the community at large.
Read MoreI’ve been with the Chaldean News for going on four years, and the incredible growth I have seen in that time is nothing short of amazing. Chaldean community members are rising in the ranks of law enforcement, being appointed to positions of authority, affecting elections, creating business empires, and then turning around with a hand offered to help those that come after them. It is inspiring and uplifting to witness; I can only imagine the pride felt by those involved.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation received a $50,000 grant from the Consumers Energy Foundation on December 18. The donation will be used to support the overall operations of the Chaldean Community Foundation’s work on behalf of vulnerable families and adults with disabilities.
Read MoreOn December 21, Chaldean News staff presented the winners of the Rising Writers Contest with their prizes. Miranda Kattula and Hayley Gappy, along with Yara Bashoory (not pictured) each won $500 for their winning entries
Read MoreIntro to Surath for Adults is an 8-week course taught by Mahir Awrahem beginning January 25 and running until March 14, 2024. Classes will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The course fee is $185 and includes a book.
Read MoreSydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP has called on people of all faiths to unite for peace at an event at St. Mary’s Cathedral on December 6, hosted jointly with the chair of the Australian Catholic Bishops’ Conference’s Commission for Christian Unity and Inter-Religious Dialogue, Bathurst Bishop Michael McKenna.
Read MoreIn 2022, the CCF embarked on a multi-media educational and informational campaign designed to raise awareness of the work and impact of the Foundation and the Chaldean community in general. The campaign, in motion at this time, also seeks to underscore the inclusiveness of the community and how it is interwoven into the very fabric of Metro Detroit – including serving more than 40,000 individuals each year from 58 countries of origin.
Read MoreOn November 29, Wireless Vision, in collaboration with the CCF, wrapped up the inaugural Learn with a Leader program. The program was a 10-month journey which provided participants the opportunity to hear from top leaders in the community, visit successful businesses and participate in exclusive learning experiences.
Read MoreSeptember 2023 marked a profound pilgrimage for me – a journey back to the cradle of my heritage, the Nineveh Plain in Iraq; particularly to Tel Keppe, the village where my family, the Karana family, has its roots in the Shangu district. This trip was a reconnection with the land that has shaped the identity of our people for generations.
Read MoreAnti-Christian hate crimes are escalating globally, says the latest report issued by Aid to the Church in Need UK. The study shows that oppression or persecution of Christians has increased in 75 percent of the countries surveyed in the last two years. The report also shows that Christian numbers in the Middle East have plummeted over the years as they are impacted by conflicts.
Read MoreLocated in Jamul, California, and erected on December 14, 2023, the Chaldean Holy Cross Monument is dedicated to the Savior, Jesus Christ. A magnificent 37.9-feet-tall, the Chaldean Holy Cross Monument (with pedestal), rises 900 feet above sea level.
Read MoreOur Chaldean community has been blessed with opportunities to immigrate to the U.S. since the early 20th century. The first to arrive did so via Ellis Island, like many other immigrants at the time. Later, our community utilized both the family unification provisions of the immigration law, as well as U.S. laws allowing refugees and asylees to relocate here; however, there are other options under our immigration laws available both to individuals who wish to immigrate as well as to Chaldean employers who need employees in this labor-tight market.
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