Dear Friends,
Spring arrives as a quiet reminder of both continuity and transformation. As the city blossoms, we are reminded that, even in times marked by deep sorrow and ongoing conflict, life continues to move forward. The pain is real—despair, anger, and grief weigh heavily on our communities.
Dear Friends, The past weeks have once again been marked by pain and uncertainty. After a fragile period of calm, the reality of war has returned, shaking all of us—here and in Gaza. Families continue to wait for the return of their loved ones, homes are being destroyed, and lives are being lost. The cycle …
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The webinar was devoted to presenting and analyzing the findings of the Rossing Center’s recent report and survey. It further examined the growing incidence of violence and offered insights into the underlying factors shaping this reality, with particular emphasis on the complex situation of Christians in the Hole Land, especially in East Jerusalem.
This survey, conducted among Palestinian/Arab Christians in Israel and East Jerusalem, provides insights into their perceptions and attitudes regarding freedom of religion, Israeli Jewish society, state authorities, the role of the churches, emigration, and identity.
The Advocacy and Education Initiative project is concluding its second year, during which we continued our efforts to collect data on attacks and harassments against Christians and to take action to address the issue.
In honor of the upcoming International Women’s Day, the latest webinar was dedicated to pioneering women in the field of religion:
Rabbi Naamah Kelman is the first woman ordained as rabbi in Israel.
Rev. Sally Azar is the first woman ordained to the priesthood in the Holy Land.
Led by Dr. Sarah Bernstein, the discussion explored the role of these women in religious society and the resistance they encountered as religious leaders. The conversation led to fascinating insights and connections, both across the different fields and within each community.
Dear Friends, The unpredictable weather reflects our inner feelings—chopping and changing as we struggle to deal with everything the world is throwing at us.At the Rossing Center, we try to hold on to the hope that the ceasefire will move into the next phase, the war will end and all hostages will be returned. Even …
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Dear Friends,As we reflect on the first month of 2025, we are struck by the profound events and changes that have already shaped this year. The beginning of a ceasefire, the complex emotions surrounding the return of hostages and prisoners, political shifts, and widespread protests all highlight the deep pain that weighs on our society. Yet, amid …
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How has recent legislation – and heightened enforcement — defining incitement impacted Jewish-Arab discourse since October 7th and the war in Gaza? Has a silencing discourse taken its place? We invite you to join a webinar where we will deepen the discussion on the impact of reduced freedom of speech on dialogue amongst Israelis – Jews and Palestinians.
