
THE EMBRACE BLOG
Is reconciliation possible in a broken world?
The consequences of not reaching out across the chasms that divide us have been starkly visible since the horrors of 7 October 2023 and their devastating aftermath. Here in the UK, we are many miles away from this awful war, and we may feel helpless in its shadow. But we cannot ignore that God calls each of us to be peacemakers and reconcilers.
The Olive Tree Project: Peaceful Resistance, Powerful Solidarity
The Olive Tree Project is a powerful and practical way for UK Christians to stand in solidarity with Palestinians who are facing ever-increasing restrictions, land seizures and oppression due to the Israeli occupation. We spoke to Muhanad Al-Qaisy, director of the project…
In Pictures: Getting Food to Families Facing Starvation Conditions in Gaza
As malnutrition and starvation conditions spread across Gaza, we’ve responded by supporting an emergency project run by our partners in Gaza, providing vital supplies of flour to over 500 families in Gaza City.
Stop child military detention in the West Bank: take action
What is child military detention and why are so many Palestinian children in the West Bank being arbitrarily detained? We explore Israel’s policy of systematic child detention in the West Bank - and share how you can take action.
Helping Lebanon’s undocumented families be seen, recognised and protected
Many families in the informal settlement of Hay El Gharbeh in southern Beirut lack legal documents such as birth certificates or identity documents. This is more than the inconvenience of missing paperwork, it means blocked access to healthcare, education, and dignity. Our partner, Tahaddi is walking beside families on their journey to be seen, recognised and protected.
Serving Gaza’s children against all odds
The Jerusalem Princess Basma Centre satellite unit, based at Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City and supported by Embrace, is continuing to provide rehabilitation services for children with chronic conditions and post-trauma injuries.
Fruits of Faith: A Thriving Community Farm in Lebanon
IN PICTURES - snapshots from life on the farm. It began as a small pilot project in 2021, with no guarantee of success; this year they are celebrating a bumper harvest.
An uncertain future for Syria’s Christian community
The Christian community in Syria is one of the oldest in the world. But today, the future of Syria’s Christians - and other minority groups - looks increasingly uncertain.
Why a UN-led aid system is vital for Gaza
This month, Embrace joined with charities worldwide in a statement calling for a return to UN-led aid distribution in Gaza. In his latest piece for the Church of England Newspaper (reproduced here), Embrace’s CEO, Jamie Eyre, expanded on why the new system, run by private contractor the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), is so problematic and why Christians should be speaking out.