On Friday, May 18, 2012, H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, welcomed to the Prelacy the new Consul General of Lebanon, the Honorable Johnny Ibrahim.
Crescenta Valley Church Pastor Rev. Fr. Ghevont Kirazian and Executive Council Vice-Chair Mr. George Chorbajian joined the Prelate in the meeting.
The courtesy visit was in response to the Prelate’s visit to the Consulate General last week to congratulate Mr. Ibrahim on his recent appointment as Consul General.
The Prelate familiarized the Consul General with the Prelacy by giving him a general overview of the endeavors and mission of the Prelacy, its Churches and Schools. The Prelate also noted that our community of Lebanese-Armenians have a strong bond with Lebanon and work towards the progress of the country.
Consul General Ibrahim spoke highly of the Armenian community in Lebanon and their patriotism and contributions to Lebanese society.
At the conclusion of the visit, the Prelate presented the Consul General with publications on the Western Prelacy and Catholicosate of the Holy See of Cilicia.
