Lecture by Miko Peled, author of The General’s Son and advocate for Palestinian rights.

Miko Peled is considered by many to be one of the clearest voices calling for justice in Palestine, support of the Palestinian call for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) and the creation of a single democracy with equal rights in all of historic Palestine. Miko is also a contributor to several online publications and has been invited to speak all over the world. Wherever he is speaking, Miko dedicates the opportunity to advocate for the creation of one democratic state with equal rights for Israelis and Palestinians. He travels regularly to Palestine where he speaks and works with the popular resistance, the BDS movement, and other justice groups.

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Joining Hands is honored to be hosting Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac for the Atlanta segment of his national speaking tour. One of the most profound and important Christian Palestinian voices of the moment, you will be able to learn what life is like for those living under occupation in the land where Christianity originated. Join us to connect with Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac during a brief presentation followed by casual conversation and time for questions and answers. Coffee, tea, and tasty treats will be provided.

Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac is a Palestinian Christian pastor and theologian. He now pastors the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas Church in Bethlehem and the Lutheran Church in Beit Sahour. He is also the academic dean of Bethlehem Bible College, and is the director of the highly acclaimed and influential Christ at the Checkpoint conferences. During the genocide in Gaza, Munther gained global attention for his sermon, “Christ under the Rubble” which was heard by tens of millions of people and subsequently quoted in South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. He has appeared on CNN, BBC, Al Jazeera, MSNBC, CBS, TRT and DemocracyNow!

Rev. Dr. Isaac is passionate about issues related to the Palestinian theology. He speaks locally and internationally and has published numerous articles on issues related to the theology of the land, Palestinian Christians and Palestinian theology, holistic mission and reconciliation. He is the author of The Other Side of the Wall, From Land to Lands, from Eden to the Renewed Earth, and An Introduction to Palestinian Theology (in Arabic), a commentary on the book of Daniel (in Arabic), and more recently has published a book on women ordination in the church, also in Arabic. He is involved in many reconciliation and interfaith forums. He is also a Kairos Palestine board member.

Originally studying civil engineering in Birzeit University in Palestine, he obtained a Master in Biblical Studies from Westminster Theological Seminary and then a PhD from the Oxford Centre for Mission Studies.

Munther is married to Rudaina – an architect, and together they have two boys: Karam (11) and Zaid (9).

Want to learn more? Join Palestine Children’s Relief Fund—Atlanta the night before at 7pm on Friday, August 16, 2024 for “An Evening with Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac” at St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church. Purchase ticket here.

Learn more about the national “Silence is Complicity: A Palestinian Call to Action” tour here.

Come have lunch with Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac! This gathering is intended for local activists, church leaders, educators, and pastors. Due to space limitations, attendance is limited to 30 people.

Rev. Alex Awad was born and raised in Jerusalem. After high school, he studied in Europe, then moved to the USA. He received a BA degree (Lee University 1976), MA in Education (North Georgia University 1976), and a MA in Missions and Evangelism (Asbury Theological Seminary, KY 1989). For 26 years Rev. Awad with his wife Brenda served as missionaries with the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church in Israel/Palestine. Rev. Awad was pastored in East Jerusalem and taught courses at Bethlehem Bible College where he served as faculty member, Dean of Students, and board member. In June 2015, Rev. Awad was awarded an honorary doctorate at Bethlehem Bible College's annual commencement. Until his retirement, Rev. Awad directed the Shepherd Society, the humanitarian arm of Bethlehem Bible College. Many needy Palestinians seek the help of the Shepherd Society in meeting emergency needs such as food, medicine, and employment.

Rev. Awad wrote, Through the Eyes of the Victims and Palestinian Memories; both books reveal the realities of life under Israeli military occupation. Rev. Awad has written numerous articles that call for justice for both Palestinians and Israelis. He and his wife now live in Eugene, Oregon. They have three children and three grandchildren. They continue as strong advocates for social justice in the world and for Palestinian rights that can lead to a lasting peace in the Middle East.

Please enter Columbia Theological Seminary on Inman Drive and park behind the Bulow Library.

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Come have lunch with Rev. Alex Awad! This gathering is intended for local activists, church leaders, educators, and pastors. Due to space limitations, attendance is limited to 30 people.

Alice Rothchild is an author, filmmaker, and physician focused on human rights and social justice. She writes and lectures widely, has authored several books on health and human rights, and has contributed to a number of anthologies. She was last in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza in August 2023. Come join us at North Decatur Presbyterian Church for a book talk and signing.