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On
Saturday 15 December 2007, the 2nd Annual Carols by Candlelight
hosted by the St Peter and Paul parish in conjunction with the Mar Narsai Assyrian College
was held on the oval at St John’s
Park High
School.
This
traditional event, now in its second year, brought families young and old
together for a true celebration of the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The
night was entirely managed by the committee of the Ss Peter and Paul Church and
was a spectacular success showcasing the fine vocal talent of the combined
choir.
Ss
Peter and Paul Parish priest, Reverend Genard Lazar said the months of
preparation and hard work certainly came to fruition on the night.
“When
we saw the amazing response by the Assyrian and non-Assyrian communities, we
felt humbled and blessed.”
“In
what has become a tradition of the parish, we gathered in a circle on top of
the hill and prayed. We committed the night to our Lord and Saviour Jesus
Christ,” said Father Genard.
There
were performances by the St Hurmizds Assyrian Primary School Kindergarten of
The Drummer Boy and Azakh Oomrah Jaldeh, along with the Year 4 performance of
Make me a Servant and He is the King of Kings.
The
threat of rain didn’t deter the crowds. Over one thousand people attended, many
bringing their favourite picnic rug, chairs and eskies to enjoy the show. The
parish committee had organised many food and entertainment stalls.
The
enchanting voices of the choir and the passionate solo performances encouraged
the crowds to hold their lit candles high, hug their children and join in with
the songs and hymns.
Young
and old, the joy on the faces of the crowds was evident. Carols by Candlelight,
has become a truly great Australian Christmas Tradition.
The night culminated in a dazzling display of
fireworks that captivated the crowds.
“The carols
allow families to come along and share in the joy of Christmas,” said Reverend
Genard
“Next year’s event promises to be even bigger
and better with preparations for the show already underway.”
The
event was made possible by the generous donations of our corporate sponsors
including,
- The Australian Careers
Business College,
- David Legal
- Dr John Atto
- Evolution Laser
Hair Removal
- Jonathan Homes
- Space filters
- Rock and Roll
car wash
- Yazzen
Photography
- Discount
Property group
- Dalton
House- Sylvania Waters
- Dr William
Menashi
- Dr David
Youkhanis
- Greater Impact
Home Loans
- Jack Emmanuel
and Co
- Cafe Shayna
