THE EMBRACE BLOG
Nakba 75 - Personal Perspectives: “Nakba means loss”
Find out what the 75th anniversary of the Nakba means to Palestinians today with our “Nakba 75 - Personal Perspectives” blog series. For many, remembering the Nakba brings an overwhelming sense of loss.
Nakba 75 - Personal Perspectives: “Nakba is our daily reality”
Find out what the 75th anniversary of the Nakba means to Palestinians today with our “Nakba 75 - Personal Perspectives” blog series. For Omar, the Nakba is not a historical event, but an ongoing, daily reality.
The Iraq War: 20 Years On
The decision to go to war was opposed by millions. The consequences of the invasion were catastrophic. Embrace CEO Tim Livesey reflects on the legacy of the war in Iraq.
The Israeli and Palestinian women working for Reconciliation
Hedva, an Israeli, and Hiba, a Palestinian, speak about why they were both drawn to working in reconciliation and the challenges it brings.
What’s Christmas like for Christians in Bethlehem today?
Palestinian Pastor Rev Dr Munther described the challenges facing Christians living in Bethlehem, under Israeli occupation, this Christmas. And he has a challenging message for Western Christians, including us, and our thin understanding of the Christmas story.
One Palestinian’s personal plea to the President of the United States
Longstanding dear friend and partner of Embrace, Dr Bernard Sabella, Executive Secretary of the Middle East Council of Churches’ Department of Service for Palestinian Refugees, writes a deeply touching and challenging open letter to the President of the United States, Joe Biden, ahead of his visit to Israel and Palestine this week.
Standing together to face the challenges in Gaza
After many years of dedicated services to the people of Gaza through Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees (DSPR), our good friend Dr Issa Tarazi has recently retired. Here are his parting words of thanks.
Why hast Thou forsaken me?: A reflection on the killing of Shireen Abu Aqleh
Middle East expert and Embrace friend Dr Harry Hagopian reflects on the double trauma of the killing of journalist Shireen Abu Aqleh and the subsequent desecration of her funeral.
One Easter – Two Very Different Celebrations
Experiencing Easter twice this year has helped me to understand for myself the importance and privilege of being able to celebrate in freedom. It motivates me to - not only pray for my brothers and sisters in the Holy Land - but to engage in creating more awareness, advocating and acting to support a flourishing Christian community in the Holy Land.