A group of 11 Baptist pastors and laymen from different Baptist churches in England ended last week a successful visit to Baptist churches in Israel.

This visit comes as part of the twinning relationship that was established 4 years ago between The Central Baptist Association in England and the Association of Baptist churches in Israel (ABC).

Special for Come and See, November 2, 2003

According to Christine Tadros from the U.S. Copts Association: "Muslims who convert to Christianity face persecution on a variety of fronts, leading many to lead secret lives and try to find new identities. Some go into hiding and some try to leave the country or go into a different part of the country and change their names. If they?re caught they face torture and abuse"

By Mark Ellis, ASSIST News Service, November 1, 2003

Chacour is a Palestinian Christian who became a Catholic priest. He founded Mar Elias Educational Institution in Galilee for students of all faiths. It now has more than 4,500 students. This fall, after several years of work, Chacour opened Mar Elias University, the first Arab-Christian-Israeli higher education institution, he said. The University of Indianapolis is involved in that effort.

By Marshall V. King, E-Truth, November 2, 2003

Southern Baptists began work among Arabs in Israel more than 90 years ago. Today, 19 local Baptist Churches are the fruit of this blessed work and together with Messianic Jews, the Arab Baptists are the biggest Evangelical group in Israel. While Southern Baptists withdrew from this ministry to focus on other areas, they are selling the "Baptist House". Since local Baptists believe that this house should be given to them since they are a continuation of the ministry, they are now raising money to buy it

Special for Come and See, November 1, 2003

The final results of the elections in Nazareth show that Ramez Jaraisy was re-elected as mayor, but his party got the same number of seats like its main competitor.

Having a close look at the results show that Nazareth politics did not recover from the events that took place in 1999, when a dispute over the construction of a mosque near the church of Annunciation was the only issue on the elections agenda.


Special For Come and See, Oct 29, 2003

Jewish and Arab kids ages 12-18 gathered together in the Baptist School in Nazareth for a day of fun, games, and most importantly to get to know each other. About 90 kids were in attendance, both Christian Arabs and Messianic Jews.


Ethan Anderson, Special For Come and See, Oct 22, 2003

The Jerusalem Alliance Church is one of the strongest churches working among the Palestinians. Located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City, it brings hope in the midst of hopelessness.

The Pastor of this church writes about their ministry.


Jack Sara, Jerusalem, Special For Come and See, Oct 18, 2003

The Alumni Association of Eastern Mennonite University has honored graduates for their work in reflecting the school?s vision, mission and values. D. Michael and Virginia A. (Ginny) Hostetler of Nazareth were named joint recipients of EMU?s 2003 ?alumnus of the year? award presented during the Sunday, Oct. 12, worship service of homecoming and parents weekend.

Special For Come and See, Oct 13, 2003

Dozens of Evangelical churches among the foreign workers still operate throughout Israel in private apartments, shelters and rented industrial premises. The Way of Life Filipino church in Netanya closed as did the Power of Resurrection African church in Tel Aviv. Many have joined the Immigration Authority's voluntary departure program.

By Nurit Wurgaft, Haaretz, Oct 13, 2003