It is indeed with great pleasure that I accepted the invitation to attend and welcome the traditional music and dance evening, which is organized on the initiative of the parish of the Holy Church of Apostle Barnabas of the refugee settlement of Deryneia.
Tonight's gathering is a festival of joy, which seeks to entertain and socialize the residents of the parish, while remaining open and welcoming to any foreign visitor who wishes to participate.
The active members of the parish of the Holy Church of St. Barnabas the Apostle, located in the refugee settlement of Deryneia, make systematic efforts to assist the spiritual work carried out by the respected priests of the church, while aiming at the welfare and relief of our vulnerable fellow citizens.
At the same time, the event aspires to showcase through dances and songs the wondrous world of our tradition and the folkloric richness that surrounds it.
The organizers, since 2013 and onwards, with the exception of the difficult period of the pandemic, which imposed many necessary restrictions on our daily life, successfully implement the established music and dance evening, the net proceeds of which are intended for projects deemed necessary for the maintenance of the Temple and its smooth operation.
At the same time, part of the proceeds is used to support families of the parish, who are in immediate need to feel the support, interest and help of their parishioners.
The Holy Church of Apostle Barnabas is undoubtedly the core of the refugee settlement of Deryneia, which, always guided by selfless love and philanthropic feelings, seeks to carry out Godly spiritual and social work.
On the occasion of my presence here, I would like to express the Government's unreserved support for the concerted efforts of organized groups aimed at the well-being, progress and solidarity of the local society.
In conclusion, I would like to express my warmest congratulations to the organisers of tonight's evening for their voluntary spirit, as well as for their cooperation and coordination, in order for the event to be a success once again.
I also congratulate all those participating in the artistic programme, thus contributing to the preservation of our tradition and the quality entertainment of those present.
Finally, I would like to congratulate all of you, who responded positively to the invitation and with your presence here, you actively and substantially support the noble cause of the event.
I wish you all a pleasant musical evening and good fun!
Thank you.
(PM/NG/SX)
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