JMP–L staff played a crucial role in putting together the annual New Year and Christmas party for elderly on January 14, 2009 at the Armenian Catholic Union hall. The event was held through the efforts of the Coordinating Committee of Armenian Social Welfare Agencies.
Representatives of the three Armenian Churches and charitable organizations, as well as the mayor of Bourj Hammoud, were present.
The opening address was made by Houry Papazian-Emmiyian, who said that the presence of the elderly, who deserve the respect of everybody, is a blessing for young people.
Students from three Armenian schools entertained the elderly with songs, poetry readings, and dances. Next, Lebanese-Armenian singer Karmen Adjemian performed various traditional Armenian songs.
Then, the representatives of the three Armenian Churches gave short speeches, praising the role of the elderly in the community.
The elderly also received gifts, offered by the Municipality of Bourj Hammoud and the three Armenian Churches in Lebanon.
