What celebrations do occur in Bethlehem, Isaac said ... declining to name the religious leader. “He dealt with us with clear condescension.” Isaac said he plans to publish a new book in ...

Canceling Christmas celebrations is a financial hardship for the city as well as a spiritual one, explained the mayor, as Bethlehem relies heavily on religious tourism, particularly during the ...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. On Christmas Eve in 1741 ... because their ancestors began as a refugee church fleeing religious persecution. The Nativity is also a poignant reminder today, when the number ...

Despite the challenges, Bethlehem’s religious leaders continue to advocate for peace and hope. Khoury summed up the prevailing sentiment: “We try to plant hope, peace, and love in people’s ...

What was the Star of Bethlehem? Scholars have debated this mystery for centuries — not just from religious and historical perspectives, but scientific ones as well. Numerous theories have been ...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — On Christmas Eve in 1741 ... because their ancestors began as a refugee church fleeing religious persecution. The Nativity is also a poignant reminder today, when the number ...