Peres Tells Pope: Middle East is "Disintegrating"

Palestinian Christians Hail U.N. Resolution

Holy See urges Israelis and Palestinians to work to recognize the legitimate aspirations of both peoples.

Holy See Welcomes U.N. Recognition of Palestine

But according to the Vatican, a permanent two-state solution is necessary for lasting peace in the Holy Land.

Israel-Holy See Agreement "Possible Before December"

Christians Help Israel's Poor by Practicing the Biblical Mandate of Gleaning

Pilgrims get to know the land where Christ walked — and help provide meals.

Ways to Walk in the Footsteps of Jesus

Israeli Ministry of Tourism opens 'Gospel Trail,' complementing already existing pilgrimage route known as the 'Jesus Trail.'

Bishops Visit Holy Land in Wake of the 'Arab Spring'

A commitment of the Holy See is carried out on the ground.

Palestinian Christians Are Hopeful About Statehood

Mahmoud Abbas asked for sovereignty at the United Nations, and residents back home look to the future.

New York Surprise: A Look at Bob Turner's Victory

Catholic Republican businessman wins congressional seat long held by Democrats.

Christians Moving Back to the Holy Land

There are signs of a reversal of the massive emigration that has been caused by war and economic hardship.

Holy Land Reaction to Obama’s Peace Talk

Local Christians offer their views on the President’s vision for the Middle East.

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On the Relationship Between the Jewish People and God

What does Vatican II really say about the Jews and the Covenant?

Synod's Rough Landing

Will an explosive comment on the Synod's last day set Vatican-Israeli relations back even further? A Jerusalem bishop gives his diagnosis.

A Conversation with an Iranian Ayatollah

ISRAEL: Whose Land Is It? (Pt. 2)

ISRAEL: Whose Land Is It Anyway? (Pt. 1)

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