Rev’d David Coaker, of the United Reformed Church, recently took part in the Embrace olive picking trip, travelling to the West Bank to help Palestinian famers with their olive harvest. Here he reflects on his experience.

Meet Mohammed and Selim, two highly skilled artisan working in the glass-blowing trade in the West Bank.

Sliman Mansour is an influential and renowned Palestinian artist. His work - which has come to symbolize the Palestinian national identity - has inspired generations of Palestinians and international artists and activists alike. He recently spoke to us about his life and work.

In our latest blog, BBC reporter and friend of Embrace Mike Thomson shares the amazing story of the secret library at Daraya, created while the city was under siege. It’s a remarkable example of human resilience and courage amid tragic loss and devastation.

Embrace friend and writer Patrick Page, who lives in Beirut, tells us of life in Lebanon through the eyes of his elderly neighbour, ‘Claudette’. This is part two of her story.

Embrace friend and writer Patrick Page, who lives in Beirut, tells us of life in Lebanon through the eyes of his elderly neighbour, ‘Claudette’. This is part one of her story.

In Orthodox Christianity, which has its roots in the East, December 4th is Saint Barbara’s day.