Walking in the footsteps of Jesus: Capernaum celebrates its feast
Walking where Jesus walked. Passing through the same places He chose for His daily life, to gather His first disciples, to discuss in the synagogue and to perform miracles.
In Jerusalem, Christian Schools Forced into Another Strike
More than 70 teachers and staff members residing in the West Bank have not obtained the renewal of their permits to enter Israel.
Cardinal Pizzaballa: “War Dehumanizes Us: We Must Remain Human!”
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, shared his reflections on the current situation in the Holy Land.
Pope Leo XIV Concerned About the Situation in the Holy Land
Within a few weeks, Pope Leo XIV has twice expressed his concern for the Holy Land and for the Christians of the East.
"The Challenge Is to Be a Christian While Preserving Your Arab Identity"
The Christians of Ramleh navigate between their desire to integrate into the Jewish majority and their refusal to be identified with Muslims
Christian Voices in the Midst of Turmoil
A summary of the questions, difficulties and hopes of the Christians of the Holy Land.
Zababdeh, the Beating Heart of the Palestinian Christian Community
The village of Zababdeh is home to a young and vibrant community that has been hit hard by the consequences of the war.
We Chose to Stay in Bethlehem
Sabeen Rahil and Elias Al-Arja, decided to build their future and their home in the city where they were born: Bethlehem.
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