Ecumenical Statement on Current U.S. Policy and Israel/Palestine
The shifts in U.S. policy and approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Middle East
Maryknoll and its international affiliates have been engaged in the struggle for peace and justice in the Middle East for many years. We support the work of Muslims, Christians, and Jews around the region who challenge of racism, political and economic inequality, military occupation, and who promote inter-religious dialogue. In Washington D.C., the Office for Global Concerns analyzes issues affecting the Middle East in its cultural and historical contexts so that U.S. citizens and law makers can make informed decisions about foreign policy and better understand this important and diverse region of the world.
A Tragedy of Monumental Proportions
The international Catholic community decries President Trump’s decision to end U.S. participation in Iran deal.
70 Years On: Seeking a Hopeful Future in a Time of Yearning
On May 14, 2018, fourteen faith groups who are members of the Faith Forum on Middle East Policy sent the following letter to Congress.
Maryknoll Missioners support diplomacy, oppose U.S. leaving Iran nuclear deal
The Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns released the following statement on May 8, 2018.
Syria: U.S. Catholic Leaders Urge Inclusive Diplomacy and Dialogue for a Just Peace
"We Must Stop the Potential for Further Violence in Syria: War Is Not the Answer"
Gaza: Statement of U.S. Churches and Christian Agencies
Members of the Faith Forum on Middle East Policy issued a statement on the latest violence at the Gaza border fence on April 12, 2018.
Eleven faith groups present instances of probable gross violations of human rights by Israeli military and security forces to U.S. Department of State
On December 8, 2015, eleven faith groups who are members of the Faith Forum on Middle East Policy met with the U.S. Department of State.
Maryknoll missioners oppose war on Iraq (2003)
The following statement was published in 2003, as the U.S. grew closer to military action against Iraq. Updated versions were published in 2005 and 2008.
Articles, alerts, events
MOGC signs letter to Congress on U.S. military aid to Israel
In a recent letter to Congress, the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns (MOGC) and 14 other Christian groups urged the U.S. to investigate possible human rights and weapon violations by the government of Israel.
Middle East Notes, February 2019
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
Middle East Notes, January 2019
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
Middle East Notes, December 2018
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
Call on Congress to realign support for a just peace for Palestinians and Israelis
Developments in U.S. policy toward Israel/Palestine since the beginning of the Trump Administration have had a negative impact on Palestinians and the prospects for peace for Israel and Palestine.
Middle East Notes, November 1, 2018
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
Israel/Palestine: Protecting Palestinian village
Israeli authorities postponed the demolition of the Bedouin village Khan-al-Ahmar as Palestinians striked along the West Bank.
Middle East Notes, October 4, 2018
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
Tell Congress: Cutting assistance to Palestinians won’t bring peace
Ask you members of Congress to call for full restoration of humanitarian assistance for Palestinians
Middle East Notes, September 6, 2018
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
Israel/Palestine: Jewish nation-state bill
Churches for Middle East Peace, a coalition of Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant churches, which includes the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns, issued the following statement about Israel’s controversial new “Jewish nation-state” law.
Middle East Notes, August 2, 2018
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
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Middle East Notes, July 5, 2018
Please note: Opinions expressed in the following articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns.
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Israel accused of war crimes in Gaza
Since March 30, Israeli forces have killed 118 Palestinians, including 14 children, and wounded 3,895 with live gunfire as protesters engaged in weekly demonstrations at the border fences separating Gaza and Israel.
Special Update, Middle East Notes, June 21, 2018
SPECIAL UPDATES will be available weekly as needed. This update will be the last in a series concerning the Gaza Fence/Great March protests between the Palestinians of Gaza and the Israeli Defense Forces.
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Scripture reflections
21st Sunday of Ordinary Time
August 27, 2017
Maryknoll Sister Jean Fallon lived and worked on mission in Japan. “Living and working in a non-Christian milieu is very different from what Missioners might expect, say, in Latin America,” Sister Jean said. “The New Testament, however, brings insights to us all that are ever-new, ever deepening our faith and ever giving life to everyone.”
Easter Sunday
March 31, 2013
Fr. Jack Sullivan spent much of his mission life in Hong Kong; he has spent the last few years volunteering for the Global Concerns office on Israel-Palestine issues.
Churches for Middle East Peace
The question of Palestine: NGO Action News