
THE EMBRACE BLOG
Egypt’s Economic Turmoil – What’s Happening and Why?
The Egyptian pound has lost almost 50% of its value since March. Inflation is at 20%. What’s are the reasons for Egypt’s economic slump and how is it affecting Egypt’s citizens?
Meet Palestine's first female pastor
On Sunday, 22 January, Sally Azar made history by becoming the first female Palestinian pastor. A few days before her ordination, she spoke about her faith journey, the struggles faced by Palestinian Christians and her hopes for the future.
How is Epiphany celebrated in the Assyrian Church?
Discover how the Assyrian Church of the East celebrate Epiphany - including the Night Prayer and the tradition of the 'Best Man of Christ'.
Meet the Christians bringing hope to Tel Aviv’s rough sleepers
Aviv Ministry provides shelter, warm meals and care to people living with addictions on the streets of South Tel Aviv. The shelter is run by a team of volunteers who travel from all over Israel to serve this often-forgotten community and share the compassion of God with them.
Israel’s General Election Result Explained: Part 2
What does Israel’s new government look like and what might this mean for the future? Here we look at the composition of the new government of Israel, and things to watch out for in the coming period.
Israel’s General Election Result Explained: Part 1
What does Israel’s new government look like and what might this mean for the future? Here we look at the context and outcome of Israel’s general election.
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.
Lebanon’s cholera outbreak
The first cholera outbreak since 1993 is now spreading across Lebanon and Syria. Our partner MERATH is working to combat the spread and have given us an update on what has been happening.
My olive harvest experience: A trip of joy and sadness
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.