Today, the first meeting and introductory gathering of the Administrative Board was held in the presence of His Excellency Bishop Iyad Al-Tawal, Vice President of Caritas Jordan, together with the General Director, the administrative team, and representatives of the operating departments.

The meeting opened with introductory presentations by the members of the Administrative Board, during which each member outlined their background and role within the Board.

At the beginning of the meeting, the General Director, Mr. Wael Suleiman, delivered a brief yet comprehensive presentation on the history of Caritas Jordan, highlighting its establishment and journey in providing humanitarian, health, and educational assistance, as well as the key challenges it has faced and the achievements it has accomplished over the years.

This was followed by the screening of a short film about Caritas Jordan, which shed light on the work implemented over the past decade and showcased the projects and programs carried out across various centers.

The administrative departments then delivered detailed presentations on their respective tasks and roles, including the Programs and Projects Department, the Finance Department, the Human Resources Department, and the Logistics and Procurement Department, in addition to a presentation on the work of the centers.

This meeting comes within the framework of strengthening cooperation and coordination between the Administrative Board and the executive management, and gaining insight into work mechanisms and implemented programs, thereby contributing to the continuity of support for the humanitarian mission of Caritas Jordan.

His Eminence Bishop Iyad Twal, Latin Patriarchal Vicar in Jordan and Vice President of Caritas Jordan, presided on Thursday morning over the annual Mass of the Caritas Jordan family, held on the occasion of the approaching Christmas celebrations. The Mass carried a prayer of thanksgiving to the Lord for all the efforts made throughout the year in serving those in need and in humanitarian giving.

The Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Nazareth Church in Sweifieh, with the participation of the newly appointed Administrative Board of Caritas Jordan in their first meeting with staff members, alongside the Director General, Mr. Wael Suleiman, the administrative team, and 280 employees from all Caritas centers across the Kingdom.

In his homily, Bishop Twal emphasized the spirituality of Christmas, calling on everyone to welcome the birth of Jesus among the people, strengthen love, and serve the poor. He reaffirmed the continuity of Caritas’ mission, noting that the word “Caritas” means “love” in Latin. His Excellency expressed his gratitude to all members of the Caritas family for their service and ongoing dedication, encouraging them to continue working in a spirit of solidarity and generosity, and to be a living example of Christ’s values in serving society and the most vulnerable groups.

Before the conclusion of the Mass, Mr. Wael Suleiman delivered a word of thanks to Bishop Twal for presiding over the celebration, welcomed the new Administrative Board, and thanked all employees for their daily efforts and work across all centers, stressing the importance of continuing Caritas’s humanitarian journey. Father Imad Alamat also delivered a lecture entitled: “Caritas Service in the Light of Christmas: A Reading of the Principles of the Church’s Social Teaching.”The gathering concluded with a shared lunch.