Meet One Of Our Heroines
By Amira Farhoud In January 2012, I remember seeing a cute little family of three entering the door of the college. I knew that the mother was a new student–she looked so beautiful and shy at the same time. Her husband was holding a baby. As he asked me to show his wife the way […]
Interview with Dr. Mubarak Awad
The “Gandhi of Palestine” has returned to the place that needs him the most Dr. Mubarak Awad is a world-famous Palestinian nonviolent activist. He is also known as the “Gandhi of Palestine.” Dr. Awad is the founder of the Nonviolence International, which is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has worked with the likes of Yasser […]
Al-Khouries: A Story of War, Love, and a Promise
Editor’s Note: For this section of our new Newsletter, we thought that the best way for you to know more about our students, staff and faculty is to let one of our graduates introduce them to you. What a better way to get to know Palestinians than from the pen of a Palestinian herself. Amira […]
Faith, Art and Vocation: An Interview with Zaki Baboun
Amira FarhoudAmira is the Communications Coordinator of Bethlehem Bible College. She is a committed Palestinian Christian who has a passion for writing about the intersection of faith and seeking justice for her fellow countrymen. To read more of her writings sign up for Bethlehem Bible College’s monthly newsletter.
Bethlehem Checkpoint Outreach: A Time to Serve and Practice Thankfulness
“I saw elderly women standing at the checkpoint waiting to cross at 4:00 am hoping to find work in Jerusalem. These women could barely walk but were still determined to cross the checkpoint and work for their daily bread “said Rita Jariseh , a staff member of Bethlehem Bible College. She is reflecting on the […]
Staff Spotlight…Rasha Mukarker
In April, 2013, Rasha Mukarker began her employment at BBC as Administrative Assistant for the Christ at the Checkpoint Conference. Rasha brings a wonderful combination of skill and passion to her role as Administrative Assistant for the Conference. Working together with conference director, Munther Isaac, she carries out the appropriate communication, record keeping and processing […]
Student Spotlight
One of our newest students, Eva Yousef, is a beautiful and accomplished young woman from Haifa. Already she has a BA in Civil Engineering. When asked how she decided to come to Bethlehem Bible College, she shared that she had studied some courses at GBC (Galilee Bible College) in Nazareth. She added, “I came to […]
A Pastor in the Making
John Matar, 2nd Year Biblical Studies Student “My goal is to be a pastor. This year, I feel that God has confirmed this calling.” My father Maurice, who came to Christ 37 years ago, and my mother Silvana, were a living testimony of Jesus Christ as I grew up. Despite our struggles to keep up with […]
“I am a Pot in His Hands”
Women’s group at Bethlehem Bible College encourages women to pursue their God-given dreams An interview with Madleine Sara Madleine Sara is not only Rev. Jack Sara’s wife, but a professor at the Bible College with a strong vision for empowering women. I sat down with her to ask her about the women’s group she started […]
Q & A with Rev. Jack Sara
Over a cup of afternoon coffee, Rev. Jack shares his vision for the future of Bethlehem Bible College. What’s your first memory of Bethlehem Bible College? I first came to BBC as a student in 1991. I was amazed by the communal and family atmosphere and everyone’s dedication to the Lord. Why are you most […]
