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Amidst a six-month-long conflict, the region faces urgent challenges while international intervention remains elusive. The Catholic Church, through institutions like Caritas Jerusalem, endeavors to alleviate suffering in Gaza, despite facing significant obstacles. Humanitarian efforts include providing essential supplies, healthcare, and psychosocial support, yet meeting the needs adequately proves daunting. Dignity is scarce in Gaza, with visible despair among the population, especially the displaced seeking refuge in churches.Caritas, collaborating with Catholic institutions, tackles unemployment and closures by distributing aid and fostering economic opportunities. Empowerment programs for youth and women aim to revive economic initiatives and ensure continuity of education, crucial for future prospects.During Easter, solidarity is invoked with suffering communities, particularly in Gaza, envisioning a transition from pain to hope. 

Prayers during the Easter Vigil beseech divine guidance for world leaders to resolve the conflict justly, fostering lasting peace and prosperity.As Ramadan concludes, unity is urged in supporting the exhausted community amidst prolonged conflict. Regional leaders are implored to intensify efforts for peace, envisioning a hopeful Eid Al-Fitr.Inspired by His Holiness's call to defend human dignity, regardless of religion or nationality, hope remains steadfast for a brighter future where suffering is alleviated, and dignity is restored for all, beginning with the most vulnerable.

Embracing Compassion

Our Vision: Caritas Jerusalem is at the heart of the Church in the Holy Land where all people enjoy love, peace, justice and prosperity and live in dignity.

Our Mission: Caritas Jerusalem is the social arm of the Catholic Church in the Holy Land and a member of the Caritas International Confederation. We empower the people of the Holy Land to realize their full potential, thus giving a voice to the voiceless and hope and encouragement to the youth. We strive to achieve sustainable development and improvement in the health services, social welfare, food security and livelihoods, through advocacy, micro-credit loans, education, charity, emergency intervention and direct service provision.

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