Tensions continue in Jerusalem after an
armed settler killed a Palestinian man in Silwan, IDF troops fired tear gas
into a family home killing a 14 month old baby, the Israeli Supreme Court ruled
that Palestinian homes in Sheikh Jarrah were really Jewish owned, and the
settlement freeze came to an end. You, O Christ, know the challenges of this
ancient city, hear our prayers for peace with justice for all in Jerusalem.
We give thanks for the latest boat
attempting to break the siege of Gaza, organized by Jewish activist for justice
and peace. Alongside the South African University of Johannesburg students who
are seeking to boycott Ben Gurion University for its complicity with the
Israeli government and military forces, these actions remind us of the need for
continued engagement in highlighting Israel's failure to live by international
laws and norms of behavior. Lord, keep us strong and active and give us energy
and encouragement in following your paths and walking in your ways.
As we begin to finalize the practical
arrangements for the Eighth International Sabeel
Conference in Bethlehem in February 2011, we pray for wisdom in finalizing the speakers
and activities to interest, attract and inspire our friends around the world to
join us.
In many towns and villages, festivals
are being organized to help keep alive the history and life of the local community. This weekend we celebrate the life
enhancing and humanity restoring resilience of the Palestinian people when, in
an act of non-violent resistance to the occupation, local
and international participants will come from far and near to celebrate the
Taybeh Oktoberfest. Thanks be to God for friends and neighbors, for food and
drink, for laughter and love to sustain us and encourage us.
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