Christmas celebrated at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel

Christmas celebrated at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel

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The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel celebrated Christmas on Friday, 22nd December 2017 at the Chancery premises. A cross- section of the Sri Lankan community living in Israel joined the Embassy staff in the celebrations.

Delivering welcome remarks, Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Israel Periyasamy Pillai Selvaraj  underlined the significance of Christmas and stated that love, peace and compassion are important in achieving real and lasting peace in the world.  

Rev. Father Sampath Wilegoda, who was visiting Israel, conducted the religious ceremony and invoked blessings. Christmas carols were sung by the church choir and the members of the Sri Lankan community. A staff member played the role of Santa Claus, adding colour to the celebrations. The evening concluded with a sumptuous dinner hosted by the Embassy staff.

 

Embassy of Sri Lanka
Tel Aviv
 
24th December 2017  

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