Despite the suffering of our people, the Palestinian Christian community continues keeping hope alive in Palestine and Israel . This Advent season, Churches and Palestinian Christian institutions have been hosting several Christmas bazaars to support the community. Sabeel is also planning its annual ecumenical Christmas dinner, to be held this year on 21st December, 2024.
Emmanuel, God who is with us, we thank you for the light that shines through your living stones. Despite the trials they face, they continue to keep hope alive in the land of your birth. We lift up the churches and institutions that offer support and solidarity, and we ask for your blessings on the upcoming ecumenical Christmas dinner. May it be a moment of joy, unity, and shared faith. Strengthen the hearts of those who work tirelessly to bring hope to their communities. This Advent, may the peace of Christ reign in the hearts of all, and may the light of your love break through the darkness, guiding us toward justice and freedom.
Lord in your mercy…hear our prayer