For many years and especially in recent times, the
eyes of the world have been fixed on the Middle
East, the cradle of the Abrahamic religions, observing
the arduous journey and the unceasing quest for the precious
gift of peace. At times, humanity looks at
the Middle East with a sense of trepidation and disheartenment
in the face of such complex and long-standing conflicts.
Yet in the midst of these struggles, A sense
of hopefulness and encouragement can be found when we focus
on what unites us, our common humanity and our
belief in a God of love and mercy.