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The Bethlehem Institute of Peace and Justice (BIPJ) launched its fall semester course, Introduction to Peacemaking and Justice in the Palestinian Context 1, on September 9. This asynchronous online course has its most robust enrollment yet, with forty students from various countries, from the Philippines to Hungary to Australia. Rev. Dr. Jack Sara, the president [...]

As summer draws to a close, we reflect on a season filled with challenges, especially given the war in Gaza. Despite these hardships, we have remained faithful to our mission and goals, making meaningful progress in various areas. Summer Activities and Community Engagement This summer, we were pleased to host a dynamic youth camp in [...]

The Women's Ministry of Bethlehem Bible College, known as "A Pot in His Hand," organized a transformative two-day training conference titled "Shaping My Vessel." Damaris, a dedicated team member, warmly welcomed participants and cast a compelling vision for the ministry, outlining its goals and the journey ahead. The session began with an engaging ice-breaking activity, [...]

In a world frequently shadowed by conflict and displacement, the Shepherd Society team, along with a group of our students, has once again taken proactive steps. This past month, our students embarked on a journey of compassion and service, visiting Syrian refugees in Al-Mafraq, Jordan, and organizing a summer camp for the refugee children. Their [...]

As the semester draws to a close, the atmosphere on campus is charged with anticipation and determination. Four exceptional students at Bethlehem Bible College have recently presented their seminar graduation projects, showcasing their dedication and exploring various topics. The faculty and leadership were deeply impressed by their diligence and scholarly contributions. Anthony Khair's seminar, titled [...]

Bethlehem Bible College's Board of Trustees held its first meeting of the year at the college building on Friday. Dr. Tanas Alqassis, the Chairman, and board members Dr. Samar Al-Araj, Mr. Nassim Nour, Mr. Mirabo Shammas, Dr. Khaloob Kawar, and Rev. Rajai Samawi were present. The college's senior leadership team, including Rev. Dr. Jack Sara, [...]

From May 22-26, 2024, Bethlehem Bible College proudly welcomed participants from across the globe to its campus for the seventh "Christ at the Checkpoint" Conference. This annual gathering has become a cornerstone event in the realm of Christian activism, focusing on the complex issues of justice, mercy, and peace in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian [...]

From the back streets of Hebron to the best tea shop in Bethlehem unknown to the tour bus crowds, to a trek through the Al-Makhrour Valley to Battir, and on to rooftops of Jerusalem,  the indefatigable peacemakers of the Summer Intensive of Peace and Justice, a two-week-long program, did not falter in their engagement with [...]

Palestine is, and still remains, a land full of life. The cultural, religious, landscape, and biodiversity are just a few of the many characteristics that make Palestine a land worth living and 'dying' for. Mahmoud Darwish, a famous Palestinian poet, in his poem "On this Land," celebrates the beauty of Palestine and the resilience of [...]