Jesus the King Council sponsored and donated $2000 to its Etobicoke Melkite Catholic Mission to support “Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and After Mass Community Development” a new concept introduced by the council to encourage socializing between the families and their youth. It was attended by Most Reverend Canada Melkite Catholic Bishop Milad El Jawich who presided on the Sunday Mass at St. Ambrose Church assisted by Monsignor Makarios, Reverend Fadi, and Father Timothy. Brother Jony organized the event which included food, music and speeches. Brother Jony, a leading Knight in the community, introduced the Knights of Columbus and encouraged the youth to join. The purpose of the monthly allowance for “After Mass Community Development” is to strengthen friendship and family interaction together and the same for the youth. The “Mother’s Day” Dinner event was free for all. Brother Jony Bahsous, arranged for appetizing Middle Eastern dishes, followed by ceremonial cake and sweets. Many prizes were given to various parishioners. Thanks also to these sponsors Beit Sitty Middle Eastern Restaurant, ProDrop.ca , Subdeacon Samir who donated the TV, and Subdeacon Jony who donated the remainder of prizes. The event was attended by the Deputy Grand Knight Bro. Hikmat Dandan who handed the donation cheque.

Brother Hikmat is also the State Christian Refugee Relief Director in Ontario. He can be contacted by email knightsofcolumbus@hotmail.com or cell 416-893 8060. To learn about the Christian Refugee Relief program, visit www.christianrefugeerelief.org