While the attention of the world media has been on the catastrophic situation in Gaza, life in the West Bank has also become intolerable. Embrace’s David McColl shares his experiences of meeting partners for the first time in the West Bank - and draws parallels between their compassion and the parable of the Good Samaritan.

Our Christian partners in the Middle East reflect on what the message of Easter means for them, and for the world, this year.

The war in Gaza has now been raging for over 100 Days. Amid such unrelenting death and destruction is it possible to still hold onto hope?

As we look forward to the birth of the Christ Child, His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos, the Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London, reflects on what the nativity story means for Christians today and how we should respond

Embrace’s Kat Brealey shares her reflections on the challenges faced by people who have been forced to flee from their homes. She writes about the importance of putting compassion into action, and welcoming those who are seeking sanctuary.

Today our dark world is full of fear, war and injustice, but the Easter story gives us the certain hope that love will win. For on Easter Sunday, love illuminated all darkness.

The Very Revd John Witcombe, Dean of Coventry Cathedral, reflects on the need for reconciliation and a just peace in many parts of the world today.

Justice and lasting peace in the Holy Land may seem a long way off today, but the faith and dedication of our Christian partners is such that they continue to strive to bring reconciliation and healing. Embrace’s Rev Su McClellan reflects on their transformative work, which provides seeds of hope the future.

Have you ever thought about being an Embrace volunteer? It’s fun, it’s varied and it makes a real difference. Duncan tells us how he got involved in volunteering and what it means to him.