israel-palestine
Black Christians’ competing solidarities with Israelis and Palestinians
Divergent biblical interpretations and shared histories lead to different answers to the same question: Who are “the oppressed”?
What comes after a ceasefire?
Netanyahu’s poor leadership is a symptom of larger problems that undermine the long-term prospects for peace between the Israelis and Palestinians.
Palestinian and Christian in a violent time
“What does it mean to be church amid these very harsh circumstances?” asks Bethlehem pastor Munther Isaac.
Tear gas over the soccer field
“You’re welcome to take it back home with you,” my Palestinian friend said as I looked at the US-made canister in my hand. “Actually, take all of them.”
Ten ways Christians can criticize Israel that aren’t antisemitic
Since October 7, many well-intentioned statements have undercut progressive Christians’ moral high ground by invoking antisemitic tropes. It’s an avoidable problem.
In Gaza, water is life
Fresh water was scarce even before the war. Now the situation is dire.
