Christians

The site is linked historically with Saint Sabbas, one of the founders of Judean Desert monasticism, whose legacy shaped monastic practices for centuries.

“Attacks on Christians, their sites & symbols are unacceptable at all times. Even more so, as we approach Christmas this week,” the ministry said.

Amanda Seyfried portrays Ann Lee, the 18th-century Shaker movement leader, in The Testament of Ann Lee, exploring her vision of equality and communal living.

Israel's 184,200 Christians mark Christmas as CBS data reveals a community with remarkable education rates and deep roots across Nazareth, Haifa, and Jerusalem.

The poll reflects the wider cultural presence of Christmas in Israeli public spaces, including markets, decorations, and seasonal events.

An investigation alleges that senior Christian figures framed the October 7 Hamas attack as justified, fueling criticism over antisemitism and damage to Jewish-Christian relations.

Father Jubran said the attack “has no connection whatsoever to our authentic Palestinian and Christian culture, which is founded on love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence.” 

Prisons and lockups that jailed tens of thousands of people during Assad’s rule are now crowded with Syrians detained by President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s security forces and held without formal charges.

From Joseph and Pharaoh to today’s classrooms, it is clear that antisemitism cannot be fought by Jews alone.

"It has become increasingly common to drag the language of faith into political battles, to bless nationalism, and to justify violence and armed struggle in the name of religion," said the pope.