Memorial ceremony for Atatürk by Türk Ocağı NJ
Türk Ocağı NJ Association held a program in commemoration of the 88th anniversary of the death of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. At the association's building, on Sunday, November 8, a ceremony of respect was held at 09:05, and prayers were offered for Atatürk and the martyrs.
New Jersey Türk Ocağı celebrated with a program organized for the 88th anniversary of the death of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey.
In the program attended by members and guests from the Turkish American community, Turkish Ocağı Association President Özgü Süleymanoğlu said they had gathered on the nearest suitable day to November 10.
Süleymanoğlu highlighted the importance of safeguarding Atatürk's legacy and passing on his love to future generations.
In his speech, Süleymanoğlu, who remembered Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, his comrades, veterans, and martyrs with reverence and gratitude, asked Imam Ahmet Dönmez to pray for the souls of Atatürk and all the martyrs.
Imam Ahmet Dönmez's religious talk at the remembrance program.
During the program, Federal Chaplain Imam Ahmet Dönmez spoke, discussing the understanding and application of religious teachings through examples from Surah Yasin.
Dönmez, noting that Atatürk dedicated his life to the liberation of the Turkish nation and other oppressed peoples, emphasized the importance of his struggle for Turkey's independence.
In his speech, Dönmez, who touched on the “look with the heart” approach to evaluating Atatürk’s legacy, explained the role of Atatürk and his comrades’ sacrifices in securing Turkey’s freedom.
He stated that Atatürk’s struggle also inspired other nations such as India.
A new leadership had been elected at Türk Ocağı.
Meanwhile, the association had also elected its new leadership at the general assembly held on 1 November. While incumbent president Özgü Süleymanoğlu was re‑elected, İlknur Hüyük was appointed as vice‑president.
Messages of congratulations were shared for Hüyük, who also serves within the Turkish American Law Enforcement Association (T.A.L.E.S.), and for the new board members.
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