Friends of Sabeel Australia   Australian supporters of the SABEEL Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center, Jerusalem

The Forgotten Faithful

A Window into the Life and Witness of Christians in the Holy Land

Sixth International Sabeel Conference

2-9 November 2006

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Through lectures, workshops, worship and excursions in the Holy Land, Sabeel’s 6th International Conference will provide a unique opportunity to encounter the realities of Christians in Palestine and Israel.

History: Consider the 2000 year presence of Christians in the Holy Land

Present Realities: Critically examine the impact of the Israeli occupation on the political, social, economic, and religious conditions of Palestinian Christians

Personal Stories: Hear from Christians about their challenges and aspirations

Muslim-Christian Relations: Understand the relationships of Christians with their Muslim sisters and brothers

Israeli and International Solidarity: Discover the support of the Israeli peace movement and the international community in the struggle for a just peace

Partnership and Bridge Building: Develop practical tools and ideas to support and empower Christians in Palestine and Israel

Meet your Christian brothers and sisters, learn about their history and present struggle, champion their just cause and advocate for peace and reconciliation for all the people of the land.

 

Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center

PO Box 49084,
91491 Jerusalem,
Israel-Palestine

Tel: (+972)2 532 7136
Fax: (+972) 2 532 7137

Email: Conf2006@sabeel.org
Website: www.sabeel.org

 

Conference Schedule

(subject to change)

Thursday, November 2
Arrivals and Registration in Hotels
Welcoming Reception in the evening

Friday, November 3: Jerusalem
Registration
Opening Ceremony
Plenary: History of Arab Christianity
Panel: Growth of Palestinian Christianity and the Palestinian Church
Lectures: -The Impact of Islam and Crusades on Christianity
-Christianity in a Contemporary Setting
Keynote
Overnight in Jerusalem

Saturday, November 4: Bethlehem
Bible Study with Dr. Kenneth Bailey
Lectures
Lunch with Christian Community
Workshops
Overnight in Jericho

Sunday, November 5: Ramallah and Villages
Worship in Jericho or Ramallah
Visits to Christian Villages
Lunch and receptions with Local Communities
Lectures: Political Perspectives
Overnight in Jericho

Monday, November 6: Ramallah
Bible Study with Dr. Kenneth Bailey
Introduction to Christian Survey Results
Lectures: Present Realities; Political, Social, and Religious
Evening Barbecue and Entertainment
Overnight in Jericho

Tuesday, November 7: Galilee
Travel to Aboud: History and Visits
Visits to Christian Villages with Community Receptions
Overnight in Nazareth

Wednesday, November 8: Nazareth
Ad Hoc Meetings
Optional Tours of Nazareth
Discussion with Sabeel-Nazareth Chapter
Survey Discussion
Closing Dinner and Evening Entertainment

Thursday, November 9: Sea of Galilee
Closing Worship at St Peter’s Primacy
Optional Tours of Holy Sites and/or Boat Trip on Sea of Galilee
Free Afternoon in Tiberias

Post-Conference Tours may be arranged individually

 

Costs (NB: all prices are in US Dollars unless stated otherwise)

Conference Registration Fees

$350.00

Make checks for registration payable to Sabeel.
Registration begins May 1, 2006
See website for registration form: www.sabeel.org

Special Land Packages

(includes accommodations, all land travel, lunches,
entrance fees, airport shuttle service,)

Option I (four and five stars)

Single - $955.00
Double - $797.00
Triple - $776.00
(Includes: Notre Dame Hotel-Jerusalem, Intercontinental Hotel-Jericho, Mary’s Well Hotel-Nazareth)

Option II (three star and four stars)

Single - $915.00
Double - $762.00
Triple - $741.00

(Includes: Gloria Hotel-Jerusalem, Jericho Resort Inn -Jericho, Mary’s Well Hotel-Nazareth)

Australian Group Travel Agent

For information about the Austral travel group being planned for the 2006 Sabeel Conference, please contact:

Mission Travel Services
1300 554 654
http://www.missiontravel.com.au/home/

For further information about Friends of Sabeel Australia please visit our web site or contact:

The Revd Dr Gregory Jenks
President, Friends of Sabeel Australia Inc
PO Box 822
Kenmore, Qld 4069

sabeel@faithfutures.org