The MECC General Secretariat Congratulates Eng. Samer Laham on His Election as A Member of the New Governing Board of the International ACT Alliance
With the completion of the achievements for the year 2024 and preparation for the entitlements in the new year, the Secretary General of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) Professor Dr. Michel Abs, held a general meeting for the MECC General Secretariat team, entitled progress and success in International forums. The meeting was held on the occasion of the election of the MECC candidate Eng. Samer Laham, Director of the MECC Diakonia and Social Service Department, as a member of the new Governing Board of the International ACT Alliance.
Noting that the elections of the new Governing Board took place at the 4th General Assembly of ACT, which was held in Yogyakarta - Indonesia, under the theme "Hope in Action, Together for Justice," between October 28 and November 1, 2024.
During the MECC General Secretariat meeting, which was held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Council's headquarters in Beirut, the Secretary General Professor Dr. Michel Abs addressed a congratulatory word to Mr. Samer, praising his distinguished competencies and capabilities, thanking him for his efforts and contributions in the Ecclesiastical and humanitarian fields. He also emphasized the credibility of the Middle East Council of Churches internationally and the quality of the humanitarian services it provides with the support of the "ACT Alliance".
For his part, Mr. Samer thanked the Secretary General Professor Dr. Abs and the Council's team, and congratulated MECC on its Ecumenical and humanitarian distinction and constant keenness to serve humanity and every human being with justice and dignity. He also explained the importance of the presence of MECC in such responsibilities, praising the skills of the Diakonia and Social Service Department team, which has always sought to enhance the field relief work over the years.
In this context, the General Secretariat team extended heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Samer, wishing him continued health, success, and further progress, through the Middle East Council of Churches, in serving humanity and the welfare of communities.