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The impact of war spreads, but the Church remains rooted

As a two-week ceasefire is agreed between Iran and the US, Anglican News shares updates on how different churches across the Middle East and beyond have been dealing with the impacts of war, and working to share hope in their setting.

08 April 2026

A letter from Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, Sean Rowe, on the Military Strike on Iran

The Most Revd Sean Rowe, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, has shared a letter about the military strikes on Iran.

01 March 2026

Archbishop of Jerusalem & the Middle East shares pastoral letter in light of escalating conflict

The Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East shared a pastoral letter following the news of the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

28 February 2026

Women in War: International Anglican Women’s Network discuss peace-building at Jordan meeting

‘Women’s experiences in war and conflict need to be heard’, say the organisers of the in-person meeting of the International Anglican Women’s Network (IAWN).

02 February 2026

Church of England bishops visit Israel and Palestine and call for governments to ‘protect Palestinians’

A group of bishops from the Church of England who speak regularly in the House of Lords about Israel and Palestine have visited the Holy Land, spending time visiting churches and communities to inform their advocacy in the UK and to show solidarity with all who are suffering.

02 February 2026

Reconciliation is necessary ‘more than ever’ says the Vicar of Nazareth

Fr Nael Abu Rahmoun, the Vicar of Nazareth, reflects on the important work of reconciliation as people of Christ in a conflicted world.

13 November 2025

Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem make humanitarian plea

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem have shared a humanitarian plea about defending the dignity and presence of the people of Gaza.

15 February 2025

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue Christmas message

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue a joint 2024 Advent message and calls for prayer during the Christmas season.

16 December 2024

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem call for peace

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem have issued a statement calling for the urgent need to conclude the war.

 

 

27 August 2024

Diocese of Jerusalem protest the forced closure of Anglican hospital Al Ahli Arab in Gaza

The Diocese of Jerusalem has issued a statement about the forced closure of the Al Ahli Arab hospital, which is run by the Diocese.

09 July 2024