Holy Land Christians
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GwenNew Accompaniers Commissioned to Support Peace and Justice for Christians in the Holy Land
Kingdom News Brief: A recent ceremony in Palestine and Israel marked the commissioning of new ecumenical accompaniers, part of the World Council of Churches program. This event represents...
Latin Patriarch Affirms Commitment to Support Gaza’s Christian Community Amid Ongoing Crisis
Kingdom News Brief: During a recent visit to Gaza, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, affirmed his commitment to the area’s Christian community amid ongoing challenges....
Young Catholic Priest’s Expulsion Raises Alarm Over the Future of Christian Communities in the Holy Land
Kingdom News Brief: Father Louis Salman, a prominent young Catholic priest in the Palestinian town of Beit Sahour, was forced to leave the region after Israeli authorities chose...
Patriarch Theophilos III Calls for Protection of Christians and Sacred Sites in the Holy Land During Athens Visit
Kingdom News Brief: The Patriarch of Jerusalem, Theophilos III, recently concluded a visit to Athens, where he renewed calls for the protection of Christians and holy sites in...
Increase in Harassment of Christians Documented Amid Growing Tensions in Jerusalem
Kingdom News Brief: Recent reports indicate a concerning surge in incidents targeting Christians in Israel and Israeli-occupied territories, particularly in Jerusalem. The Israel’s Religious Freedom Data Center has...
Christian Leaders Urge Collective Action for Palestinian Christian Survival Amid Growing Humanitarian Crisis in the Holy Land
Kingdom News Brief: Recently, Christian leaders and organizations have united to advocate for the rights of Palestinian Christians and push for stronger actions from the UK Government regarding...
Church Leaders Extend Pastoral Support to Enduring Christian Communities Amid Growing Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza and the West Bank
Kingdom News Brief: Church leaders from various Christian traditions have been visiting communities in Gaza and the West Bank, addressing the growing humanitarian crisis in the region. Their...
Archbishop of Canterbury Calls for Urgent Action to Support Palestinian Christians Amid Growing Challenges in Holy Land
Kingdom News Brief: The Archbishop of Canterbury recently highlighted the difficult situation faced by Palestinian Christians in the West Bank. She noted that escalating conflicts and violent incidents...
Latin Patriarch Barred from Celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at Holy Sepulchre Amid Unprecedented Restrictions
Kingdom News Brief: The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, and the Custos of the Holy Land were prevented by Israeli police from entering the Holy Sepulchre...
