A scene from the visit of the Pastor of the Presbyterian Church in the Holy Land, Rev. Danny Awad, to the Mayor of Bethlehem, Mr. Maher Nicola Canawati, to congratulate him on his appointment as Mayor.

The meeting included a discussion about the current situation in the city, particularly the challenges facing the Christian community, most notably the issue of immigration. Rev. Awad emphasized the vital role the church plays in supporting the community and its commitment to continuing this partnership. For his part, Canawati emphasized the Bethlehem Municipality’s commitment to highlighting the suffering of the city’s residents and its churches and strengthening their resilience under the current circumstances.