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Families from the five ELCJHL churches gathered during the first days of July in Jericho for a retreat
about "Christians in a Changing Society." As usual, the Amman congregation could not join because of the
stringent movement restrictions and permit system. About 60 people gathered for the event, a mix of Bible
study, lectures, prayer, discussion, fun and fellowship. Bishop Younan and Redeemer Pastor Sani Ibrahim
Azar gave a foundation of Lutheran theology and the church's role in a modern world. They tackled some
of the same challenges that are the same world-wide: protecting children from the negative influences of
globalization and internet; strengthening relationships in family and marriage with more two-parent working
families and other ethical issues. They explored ways of strengthening ties with the church because the
church has such deep meaning for them.
On the lighter side, kids and families splashed in the pool, others
played cards or backgammon, and one evening they played a biblical version of "So You Want to Be a
Millionaire?" with questions about the Bible
Love Thy Neighbor Brings Peace Camp to Ramallah School of HopeFor two weeks
in July they met, about 20 kids from Ramallah School of Hope, with
facilitators from a peace group in the US, to learn and foster creativity,
non-violence and peace-building skills. "Love thy Neighbor" is a
non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational resources and programs about the plight of Palestinians in Palestine/Israel to support both
peoples' deepening commitment to nonviolence as the way to bring a just
peace for themselves and their neighbors.
To learn more,
watch this video by Tim Frakes