Tag: Holy Land

This year’s appeal comes against the backdrop of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, which has had a devastating effect on the civilian population

Pope Francis refrained from labeling any war as "just," emphasizing the need to avoid justifying conflicts

Many Christian schools have also adopted the book because it takes into account the ecumenical context inherent to the Holy Land

"We cannot help but think of the drama that the inhabitants of the Holy Land are experiencing... especially to children and their parents"

“Instead, we see them torn apart by tremendous suffering that affects so many innocents above all, so many innocent dead"

"The tragic bombing of our church in Gaza has left a profound impact on the Christian community in Gaza and the rest of the Holy Land"

The global prayer gathering aimed to emphasize the importance of peace, unity, and solidarity in a region marked by ongoing conflict.

Church leaders call for an immediate end to "violent and military activities that bring harm to both Palestinian and Israeli civilians."

Over the past 15 years, Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip have led to the deaths of thousands of Palestinians

Golan noted how residents of the Holy Land can overcome their differences by working together on a common project like water accessibility