The Inter-religious Coordinating Council of Israel (ICCI) is launching several new programs for this year, under the title of “An Other Look.” These programs include
Each year on the first Friday of Lent we, at Ecce Homo have the tradition of commemorating the Crowning with Thorns. It is a very solemn and impressive ceremony. Usually the Latin Pariarch of Jerusalem, Fuad Twal presides at this ceremony. However, this year it coincided with the installation of Archbishop Maroun Lahlam who was named by Pope Benedict XVI, as Auxiliary Bishop and Patriarchal Vicar of Amman. – Read the rest
In Ein Karem 27-28 of January 2012 we were happy to welcome members of a group peacebuilding called “World Vision”.
World Vision began working in the Holy Land in 1975. World Vision initially assisted Palestinian groups supporting education & rehabilitation projects to empower communities for independence from relief & structural aid while building a better understanding of sustainable development. – Read the rest
In January we had a joy to welcome for workshops a group if young girls with their leaders which is called “Creativity for Peace“.
“Creativity for Peace” is committed to a time of peace when people and nations coexist by understanding and respecting each other. – Read the rest
In our community gatherings we frequently remark on our blessings and the many opportunities that present themselves almost daily living here in Jerusalem.
This week we were fortunate to welcome a delightful group of 14 young Australian students, from four different colleges in Melbourne. – Read the rest
