THE EMBRACE BLOG
The Spirituality of Fundraising
“Fundraising is not a charity discipline, or marketing exercise; it is, in fact, a ministry,” says Ian Livett, Embrace’s Director of Fundraising…
Roses are red, violets are blue – universal human rights apply to refugees too
The instability of the Middle East is one of the major reasons our partners are needed. While they faithfully address the symptoms, a joined-up global approach is needed to tackle the root causes of conflict. Embrace is proud to be a member of Together with Refugees – a broad coalition of over 600 organisations calling for a kinder, fairer approach to supporting refugees in the UK.
Syria earthquake: One Year On
The devastation caused by the earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on 6 February 2023 is still being felt in the region. To mark the 1-year anniversary of the earthquake, we’ve an update from one of our Syrian church partners, tirelessly working to help families rebuild their lives.
Bishop of Southwark reiterates the call for a ceasefire in Gaza
“I’m clear that continued military action will only intensify this humanitarian catastrophe and make the prospects for peace more distant.” Rt Revd Christopher Chessun speaks out following his visit to the West Bank.
100 Days of the War in Gaza: Finding Hope through Lament
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?
170 Years of Christian Social Witness
To celebrate Embrace’s 170-year anniversary, we’re sharing stories from our supporters here in the UK and our friends and partners in the Middle East. We begin with one from Helen Powell – find out how her battle with cancer led to treasured memories in Bethlehem.
A Christmas Message From Archbishop Angaelos
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
Christmas festivities cancelled in Bethlehem
With festivities cancelled in the West Bank, find out how Christmas feels for those living in Bethlehem this year and what hope they find in the Christmas story.
Is reconciliation still possible in Israel-Palestine and what should it look like?
The level of violence unfolding in Israel and Palestine means that, for many, the thought of a peaceful solution is a distant, if not impossible, aim. But for our partner Musalaha, giving up on reconciliation is just not an option.