Anger and anguish in the Holy Land: an interview with Munther Isaac (Church Times, 2025-04-17)

https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/17-april/features/features/anger-and-anguish-in-the-holy-land-an-interview-with-munther-isaac
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>> Munther Isaac, a Palestinian pastor from Bethlehem, challenges Western churches’ response to the war in Gaza.

>> Unlike West Bank churches, the global Church has failed to stand in solidarity with the people of Gaza, he argues. It has stood by, wringing its hands and making tepid calls for peace, as Israel perpetrates genocide against the Palestinians.

>> Dr Isaac said that Palestinians could not help but wonder how different things might have been if the international Church had spoken with one voice: “This is wrong.” “If faith leaders are not willing to speak up and present accountability, then who will? As long as Israel knows it is above the law, then nothing will change.”

>> The Church of England’s conduct since 7 October is also criticised…

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