Church of England

As for the bishop, newly minted and still shiny from promotion, one wonders if he has ever visited the Holy Land to see, feel and smell the cruel stench of the occupation up close and personal. To his credit, however, his Lent appeal goes to support the Al Ahli hospital in Gaza. Academics say sending children to the Naughty Corner breaches their human rights. Isn’t it the same for priests?

Long-suffering Gaza and Bethlehem communities ignored – “no effort to go to the heart of the issues”

 
 by Stuart Littlewood
(London) Before he left for the Holy Land I telephoned Justin Welby’s office for details of his first visit as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, only to be told none were available in advance.  So I emailed a list of questions….