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Church of England bishops visit Israel and Palestine and call for governments to ‘protect Palestinians’

A group of bishops from the Church of England who speak regularly in the House of Lords about Israel and Palestine have visited the Holy Land, spending time visiting churches and communities to inform their advocacy in the UK and to show solidarity with all who are suffering.

02 February 2026

Reconciliation is necessary ‘more than ever’ says the Vicar of Nazareth

Fr Nael Abu Rahmoun, the Vicar of Nazareth, reflects on the important work of reconciliation as people of Christ in a conflicted world.

13 November 2025

Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem make humanitarian plea

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem have shared a humanitarian plea about defending the dignity and presence of the people of Gaza.

15 February 2025

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue Christmas message

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue a joint 2024 Advent message and calls for prayer during the Christmas season.

16 December 2024

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem call for peace

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem have issued a statement calling for the urgent need to conclude the war.

 

 

27 August 2024

Diocese of Jerusalem protest the forced closure of Anglican hospital Al Ahli Arab in Gaza

The Diocese of Jerusalem has issued a statement about the forced closure of the Al Ahli Arab hospital, which is run by the Diocese.

09 July 2024

Secretary General attends the consecration of the first Anglican bishop in Bahrain

Bishop Anthony Poggo has attended the consecration of the Revd Sean Semple, the sixth bishop of the Diocese of Cyprus and the Gulf.

23 May 2024

From Tears of Sorrow to the Joy of Resurrection: An Easter Message from Archbishop Hosam Naoum

The Most Revd Hosam Naoum, Primate & President Bishop in the Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East, presents his Easter message.

02 April 2024

Archbishop Hosam Naoum Speaks on Conflict in the Holy Land in new ‘Bishops in Conversation’ series

The Primate of the Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East has spoken with Anglican bishops about the crisis in the Holy Land.

22 March 2024

Diocese of Dublin and Glendalough launches Appeal for the Diocese of Jerusalem

The Diocese of Dublin and Glendalough has launched its “Shine a light for the Diocese of Jerusalem” appeal at St Ann’s Church Dublin.

07 December 2023