Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Beit Jala Lutheran Church







EAPPI Standing in Solidarity with Local Churches


Beit Jala Lutheran Church



EAPPI visits as many local churches as possible during each team’s time in Bethlehem.  This past Sunday we visited the Beit Jala Lutheran church.  It is the largest congregation locally with about 600 parishioners.  They gave us a warm welcome in their beautiful church.




The service conducted in Arabic, some of the hymns were recognizable from the music.  Yes I sang along in English, but not loud enough to be a disturbance.

Even with a language difference  the Spirit of worship is a blessing.




During the communion part of the service, we stood together in a circle.  Then the elements were brought to each of us.  It was a wonderful community feeling.

Pray with this Church in Beit Jala for JUST Peace!