The CNEWA Canada team wishes to thank you for joining us on May 6th for our webinar on the situation in the Middle East. Your solidarity with those suffering in Lebanon and across the region is was a powerful sign of faith-filled hope for people continuing to endure hardship, displacement and loss.
We were grateful to hear from Joseph Hazboun, CNEWA’s regional director in Jerusalem, who continues to serve the faithful with courage amid tragic fires, heartbreaking attacks and the ongoing emergencies and uncertainty in Gaza.
“Especially during this Easter season, the empty tomb in Jerusalem – which we have the privilege of visiting – is a constant sign of hope. Death and suffering are not the end. Our Lord has risen and He is with us.”– Joseph Hazboun, responding to the question, “How do you find hope in times of suffering?”
We are also thankful to Michel Constantin, CNEWA’s regional director in Beirut, Lebanon, for his updates on the devastating realities of displacement and loss. He spoke about bombardments in the heart of Christian communities and shared that nearly one million people have been displaced since the escalation of violence in Lebanon. He also highlighted the life-giving programs which are made possible through your generosity.
“I have been working for CNEWA for 37 years, and I still have the energy to continue serving this mission because this is not simply a job for us – it is a mission. As long as there are missionaries, life will continue.”– Michel Constantin, responding to the question, “How do you find hope in times of suffering?”
The conversation was thoughtfully moderated by Dr. Adriana Bara, National Director of CNEWA Canada.
Together, we reflected not only on the immense challenges facing the Middle East today, but also on the enduring hope found in parishes, schools, pastoral programs, families and communities that are being rebuilt and sustained through faith.
If you were unable to attend, or would like to revisit the conversation, we invite you to watch the webinar recording:
Your prayers and support continue to bring concrete help to families in need by providing food, shelter, pastoral care and formation for future Church leaders. Thank you for standing with those suffering in Lebanon and Holy Lands, and with CNEWA Canada .
As we continue to mark our 100th year of offering compassion and accompaniment to the Churches in the East, we ask that you keep the people of the Middle East in your prayers. Please consider making a donation to support our Middle East programs, especially in Lebanon and the Holy Land.