” “In the message, the Christian leaders denounce the "desperate" conditions of the local Christians "whose presence in Palestine is important for the whole of society" and express concern "for the high number of them who are forced to migrate abroad". Nevertheless, write the Christian leaders, "we confide in the presence of God and in the spirit of reconciliation. And it is with this certainty that the current situation may be changed with non-violent methods, by plainly condemning those who commit violence and terror". The action was endorsed by many countries across the world as well as the network of Pax Christi international. The week schedule, that takes place in particular between Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Ramallah, includes meetings with the patriarchs and the bishops of the churches of Jerusalem, a march near the "illegal" Israeli border, prayers and visits to the holy places. For information, www.wcc-coe.org. ” “
