Mr. Faraj Hallak

Recognized

as the Chaldean Community Person of the Year 2007 in the Field of Volunteering to his Church and his Community

Whereas He was born in Mosul, Iraq 1925, married to Najiba Hallak, has 2 sons and 1 daughter. Finished Mosul High school in 1946, then hired to work at Al-Rafidayn Bank in Baghdad for nearly 25 years until retirement in 1970. Arrived to the United States on May 5^th, 1977 in San Diego. Was entrusted with bookkeeping for St. Peter Chaldean Church as a volunteer accountant starting January 1^st, 1978, until now. Authorized to sign the checks with the pastor, and handle the Church invoices.

Whereas He prepared the monthly financial report and present it to the parish council members at their monthly meetings. Worked as a full time secretary for 10 years, from the day the rectory was opened in 1982 until hiring the first female secretary in 1992.

Whereas He served as a member in the parish council from 1978 until today, and was very active in serving the church; collecting the money and taking the deposit to the bank. Ordained a sub-deacon in 1992 and served during Mass. Also served during weddings, baptisms and other ceremonies, upon the pastor’s request. Was given the responsibility to manage the “Bingo” that was held at St. Peter’s Chaldean Hall for many years.  Finally, although he’s reached old age, he still volunteers to serve the Church and the community.

Therefore, it has been resolved by the Awarding Committee of the Chaldean Catholic Diocese of St. Peter the Apostle to be recognized as the Chaldean Community Person of the Year 2007 in the Field of Volunteering to his Church and his Community.