Frequently Asked Questions
about the Peace Not Walls campaign.
Peace Not Walls resources – Contact Mia Cortez in ELCA Global
Mission, 800/638-3522, ext. 2642, for these resources. These resources have been distributed to select synods for
use at their synod assemblies.
- 2008 video - “Peace Not Walls:
Making a Difference in the Holy Land,” a 28-minute
introduction to the ELCA campaign dedicated to peace with
justice for Israel and Palestine; accompanying discussion
guide.
- 2008 PowerPoint presentation -
Holy Land: Recent History and the Quest for Peace,”
outlining the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and describing how the ELCA and the ELCJHL are working for
peace; script and user guide.
- 2008 Resource User Guide - Check out this
resource user guide, suggesting ways to use the online
resources for adult forum series, youth program, women’s meeting, worship, and travel
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Bookmarks – Order free Peace Not Walls bookmarks (see right) for your congregational or synod
event.
The bookmark artist is Palestinian Zaki Baboun, born in 1962 to a Christian family in Bethlehem, where he lives and
works today. His art now is mainly oil painting, often of biblical subjects. More biographical details and images of
his paintings can be found here.
- Seeds for the Parish article - In the September-October 2007 issue of Seeds
for the Parish the article New Resources Equip Congregations for
Middle East Peacemaking appread on page 7. This article explains some of the history of the Peace Not Walls
campaign and describes what resources it offers.
- Video – Show Forbidden Family, a video about the separation barrier
in Palestine and its impact on one Palestinian Lutheran family. Show entire 10-minute
video or a 2-minute
promo of the video at your display booth. Call Mia
Cortez, 800/638-3522, ext. 2642, for a DVD copy.
- Resource list handout – Helpful
one-page list
of links to educational and worship resources.
- Middle East News Sources -
One-page list
of links to global news and Middle East
information sources.
- Synod Assembly cover letter – Download this
cover letter that explains the resources available
for use at synod assembly displays (or other ELCA or ecumenical gatherings).
Palestine - Information on the people, the government, the
economy and demographics.
Israel - Information on the people, the government, the
economy and demographics.
Islam - Resources you and your congregation can use to learn
more about Islam and our Christian witness with and among
Muslims.
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Understanding Islam - What do Muslims believe? Who
was the Prophet Mohammed? How does Islam relate to the
Christian faith? This DVD from Mosaic Television helps
members of your congregation understand Islam.
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Windows for Understanding - A 70-page
downloadable guide to Lutheran-Jewish and Lutheran-Muslim relations developed by the ELCA Ecumenical and
Inter-religious Relations unit. Besides detailed sections on Judaism and Islam, it contains an annotated reading
list, links to related organizations, a detailed glossary, and short essays on such topics as Israel, Palestine,
and terrorism.
Books - A
comprehensive bibliography.
Online Resources
- A list of helpful web-based resources.
Maps Palestinian Territories/West Bank/Gaza
- Maps available
to view and download.
Videos - A list of videos suited for both congregational and personal
use.
Photos and Graphics - Find Peace Not Walls pictures and graphics
here.
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