The President of the Republic, Michel Aoun, expressed his pain for the passing away of the Grand Mufti of Zahle and Bekaa, Sheikh Khalil Al-Mays, announcing that he was awarded the National Cedar Order of the rank of Commander in appreciation of his spiritual, social, educational and humanitarian contributions…more: imlebanon
“The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Elie Ferzli, mourned the loss of the Grand Mufti of Zahle and the Bekaa, Sheikh Khalil Al-Mays, and stated in the obituary: “The State of Bekaa, Lebanon and the Arab and Islamic world, are grieving the loss of the giant, the creative and eminent scholar, the most virtuous Sheikh of the sheikhs, the unique and venerable scholar, the ascetic and devout worker, the noble scholar, the intelligent shining reverent, the Grand Mufti Shaykh Khalil Al Mays, brilliant orator and upright scholar , articulate, eloquent, silver-tongued, builder of prominent palaces for science and knowledge. The builder and mentor of national unity and moderation. Grief and sorrow are occupying my soul and my eyes. Eye shedding tears and crying for the departed. His light like a glance penetrates our thoughts and conscience. May God bless him with his vast mercy and make him dwell in the vastness of heavens and make him in the highest” alkalimaonline
SUMMER SUFFERFEST IS BACK and this year the reigning champion, Mayor Will Reichelt, and Adam Jaber are inviting YOU to join in on the Summer Sufferfest fun! All you need is a bike and the Strava app (free) The event is virtual so you can ride a bike anywhere, anytime, and any distance. Each week we’ll recognize individuals who have rode the most miles, most elevation, and the single longest ride. Plus, if you log 100 miles in a week you’ll be entered into a raffle that we’ll pull each Monday. The competition begins Thursday, July 1st and it will end with a celebration at the West Springfield Boys & Girls Club on Saturday, July 31st. .… See More…
