Christmas cards frequently show a star directly above a thatched stable in Bethlehem — often unrealistically ... This article was originally published by Christian Today Help keep The Christian ...

JERUSALEM — A leading evangelical Christian leader, the Rev. Johnnie Moore, accused Hamas of pulling the plug on Christmas lights and festivities in Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ.

The streets of Bethlehem are crowded ... but the message of Christmas is a message of peace. Christmas comes as the Palestinian Christian population in the West Bank has dwindled to less than ...

Another Bleak Christmas in Bethlehem as Christian Families Quit West Bank By Mustafa Abu Ganeyeh BETHLEHEM, West Bank (Reuters) - For a second year running, there is no Christmas cheer in ...

The Christian leaders' statement contextualizes reports from earlier this month quoting Bethlehem civil authorities on the decision to take down Christmas decorations in the area. Michele Burke ...

Whether you are looking for unique, thoughtful messages to put on this year's Christmas cards or just the perfect Instagram caption to accompany a festive picture, these famous Christian quotes ...

While this Christmas void will resonate as a tragedy for Palestinians, Christmas in Bethlehem is not just a religious event. It is a day of national significance, fostering cooperation and unity ...

Christian and Muslim families enjoy taking family photos in front of these municipal Christmas trees. This year, Bethlehem’s Manger Square is dark in front of the Church of the Nativity.

But that was not the end for the Christmas card association. "The village decided the Bethlehem stamp was a tradition they didn't want to let go so the people of Bethlehem created a stamp," said Nia.

The Rev. Munther Isaac, pastor of Bethlehem’s Christmas Lutheran Church, addresses a vigil at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. (RNS photo/Jack Jenkins) ...

Once again, there are no plans to put up the traditional light-festooned Christmas ... Bethlehem is increasing daily and monthly, and ... this has a negative impact on the city," Thaljieh said ...