Video: Bethlehem between despair and hope

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Source: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem

This short film from the Media Office of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem. shows the city of Bethlehem and its people after 100 days of war.

The city which is dependent on pilgrims and tourists for its livelihood, was virtually closed for many months during the Covid pandemic. Things were just settling back to normal when the 7 October attack took place and the onslaught on Gaza and West Bank began. Christmas was 'cancelled' and the streets have been empty, shops and hotels closed ever since.

In this video young people speak about their concerns, their prayers, hopes and trust in God for the future.

See: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzLAn2nj8RM

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