When Dawn (Shaouni) Pullis’s stomach pains were too much to bear, she went to the doctor and was surprised by a diagnosis of ovarian cancer. She was 21. The examination was caught in its early stage, so she had an oophorectomy, the surgical removal of both her ovaries, and did not require chemotherapy or radiation. It took eight weeks to recover, but years to find a life partner who would accept her as an infertile wife.

Stephen Hannawi is a man with a mission. It all started when he was 8 years old in Tel Kepe, where he and his older brother served in church—attending Vespers, daily prayers, and the rosary. In Iraq, Vespers was celebrated in the Chaldean language; Stephen started to learn the language so that he could participate in the liturgy. “I love the language because it was the language of Jesus Christ,” Stephen explains. He was seriously considering entering the priesthood.

The Chaldean Community Foundation hosted a cultural evening at its West Bloomfield location on Thursday, December 11, titled “Art and Music.” Father Patrick Setto and visual artist Reni Stephan were the guests of honor. The event drew a large crowd of community members who enjoyed an evening celebrating art, music, culture and history.

For most students, attending college is a moment to strike out on their own, the start of a solo journey of discovery and growth. But for Sarah, Samantha and Sebastian Jarbou—a trio of siblings enrolled at the University of Michigan-Flint—higher education is a shared adventure filled with mutual support, friendly mix-ups and a deep commitment to giving back.

Manresa Jesuit Retreat House is a retreat center in Bloomfield Hills. It is situated on 39 beautiful acres of forest, gardens and a stream with outdoor Stations of the Cross and many places for quiet prayer and contemplation. Thousands of people visit Manresa each year to experience God in new ways through their retreats, programs, classes and spiritual direction, many of whom leave with a life-giving encounter with the Sacred.

The 4th Annual Beth Nahrain Writers Conference was held November 8, 2025, in a virtual format, celebrating books and achievements by Chaldean authors and speakers. Previously hosted at Oakland University, the Chaldean Cultural Center and the Chaldean Community Foundation, the 2025 conference moved online to better serve its expanding global audience of writers and participants exploring Mesopotamian history and culture.

قبل ظهور كتب الطبخ، وقبل السكر والطماطم، وحتى قبل فكرة «طبق الحلوى»، كان سكان بلاد ما بين النهرين القديمة يتفننون في أعداد وطهي انواع الطعام ببراعة ملحوظة. ففي المنطقة الواقعة بين نهري دجلة والفرات، والتي تُعرف غالبًا بمهد الحضارة، لم يكن الطعام مجرد وسيلة للبقاء على قيد الحياة، بل كان طقسًا وهوية وقربانًا للآلهة.

بادرت مؤسسة الجالية الكلدانية في مدينة ويست بلومفيلد باقامة أمسية ثقافية كلدانية للفن والموسيقى يوم الخميس كانون الاول - ديسمبر 11 2025 في موقع مؤسسة الجالية الكلدانية الجديد في مدينة ويست بلومفيلد.

ضمن تغطيتنا لتاريخ شعبنا الكلداني ومناطق تواجده، كان لي شرف محاورة سيادة المطران مار حبيب هرمز النوفلي، راعي أبرشية الكلدان في البصرة والجنوب، والزائر الرسولي إلى أوروبا، الذي استعرض خلال اللقاء تاريخ الوجود الكلداني في مدينة البصرة، وأبعاده الروحية والثقافية والاجتماعية، والتحديات التي يواجهها اليوم.

لطالما أثر الفن والعمارة على بعضهما البعض عبر التاريخ، وألهمت الألوان والتصاميم المعمارية الفريدة الفنانين في كافة ارجاء العالم، وظهرت البصمات والتصاميم في اللوحات والمنحوتات إذ يُعد التأثير الهائل للفن دافعًا للإلهام، والإبداع، والابتكار، والإنتاج.

On December 11, CCF West celebrated Chaldean Cultural Night featuring artist Reni Stephan and Fr. Patrick Setto. Both Stephan and Setto shared powerful reflections on art, faith, and the spiritual guidance that inspires creativity. Their stories highlighted the deep connection between culture, religion, and the artistic journey.

CCF President Martin Manna had a meeting with the Board of Trustees of the American University of Iraq–Baghdad to discuss key priorities supporting the university’s continued growth and success.

The CCF is seeking nomination for Best Community Organization and Fundraising Gala for Best of Detroit presented by Hour Detroit! Nominations can be cast from now through January 9th. 

On December 15, CCF West hosted 20 kids, ages 8–15, for a fun, hands-on experience decorating their own holiday cookies. With pre-measured dough, festive cookie cutters, frosting, sprinkles, and candy decorations, the kids let their creativity shine. After baking and decorating, each participant boxed up their cookies to take home.

A new Michigan Historical Marker to be unveiled along Seven Mile Road will formally recognize the area as Chaldean Town, honoring the neighborhood that served as the cultural and economic heart of Detroit’s Chaldean community for much of the 20th century.

The Shenandoah Young Adult Committee presented a $36,298 check to the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center’s Patient and Family Support Program. The funds were raised through the committee’s inaugural 5K run, which was planned in just one month and brought the community together for a morning of purpose and unity.

The Chaldean Community Foundation hosted members of Temple Shir Shalom at Shenandoah Country Club on December 11 as part of its Cultural Education for Adults initiative. Following a guided tour of the Chaldean Cultural Center, participants gathered in the dining room and were divided into four small groups for a facilitated question-and-answer discussion led by Chaldean moderators.