Rally For Victims Of Genocide And Religious Persecution In The Middle East
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As policymakers around the world hesitate to take stronger stances in the face of ever increasing violence and persecution of the peoples of Iraq and Syria by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), thousands of refugees are fleeing and dying as not enough aid arrives.
On Monday, September 21, 2015, the Iraqi Christian Relief Council is hosting an interfaith event to honor the courage of those who have endured persecution and call the public's attention to the alarming threats to religious freedom and cultural diversity.
Furthermore, the event will welcome the visit of Pope Francis to the United States, asking him to help these refugees by taking a more vocal stance during his trip to America and make a stronger commitment to his brothers and sisters in the Middle East.
HOST:
Juliana Taimoorazy, Iraqi Christian Relief Council Founder
SPEAKERS:
Dr. Walid Phares, professor and author, The Lost Spring: U.S. Policy in the Middle East and Catastrophes to Avoid
Jason Jones, Movie to Movement
WHO:
All are welcome to join and help raise awareness
WHERE:
Mt. Vernon Place United Methodist Church
900 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC
WHEN:
Monday September 21, 2015
Gathering begins at 6:30 pm
Program 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
***Light refreshments and food will be served to all guests.
To speak with the ICRC founder or obtain additional event details please contact Ray Niemiec at 203-506-2627 or by email at [email protected]
Iraqi Christian Relief Council: In 2007, our team began its journey and committed to take the responsibility of spreading the word about the brutal treatment of the Assyrian Christians in Iraq from that day forward. Today our work consists of humanitarian efforts, advocacy, prayer support, and education. We travel extensively throughout the United States of America on behalf of the indigenous people of Iraq, the Assyrians also known as Chaldeans and Syriacs. Despite the cruel ISIS attacks in 2014, we've witnessed the Assyrian Christians of Iraq remain steadfast. We are continually moved by the passion and perseverance of this ancient community. Our work is funded through the generosity of individuals, churches, foundations, and businesses.
Contact: Ray Niemiec
203-506-2627
[email protected]
SOURCE Iraqi Christian Relief Council
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