“This is the Kairos...” Resources for Israel-Palestine Education and Advocacy
"This is the kairos, the moment of grace and opportunity, when God issues a challenge for decisive action.” Kairos South Africa, 1985, Challenge to the Church
Kairos Palestine Document Study Guides From Israel Palestine Mission Network (IPMN), Presbyterian Church USA. 24-page booklet with the Kairos Palestine document and detailed lesson plans for a three-week congregational study. The historical, political, and theological Kairos Palestine: A Moment of Truth, also called The context for the Kairos Palestine document. Kairos Palestine Document is the "Letter from a Questions to stimulate reflection and discussion. Birmingham Jail" of our time. This confession of faith 1-19 copies: $2.00, 20+ copies: $1.50. Order at: and call to action, published in 2009 by a broad spectrum store.pcusa.org or 800-524-2612. of Palestinian Christian leaders, is addressed to Ecumenical study guide, 47 pp., booklet similar Palestinians, Israelis, the international community--as to the one above, from the Canadian Churches’ well as all the churches of the world. It lifts up the Forum for Global Ministries. At the core of the Christian virtues of faith, hope, and love that lie at the booklet is the Kairos Palestine document, plus heart of the Gospel and affirms that resistance to injustice important background information, color maps, a rationale for study, and 3-session study guide. and oppression is firmly grounded in these principles. It Order at: anglican.ca/relationships: see under is both an anguished cry in a dark hour and a profound Resources. testament to unquenchable hope. Read and download the document and learn about the Christian movement that Kairos USA Call to Action and Study Guide has grown from its launching: kairospalestine.ps “Call to Action” is a profound response to Kairos Palestine that encourages contemplation, UMKR is an international peace discussion, and action. From Kairos USA, an movement in the United Methodist ecumenical organization of US churches. Church responding to the urgent call Extensive study materials accompany the Call to from Palestinian Christians for Action, available in formats that can be scaled to effective action to support a just kairosresponse.org peace in Israel-Palestine. the needs of your group. Download in several formats at: kairosusa.org/study-guide. Education
Working for a Just & Lasting Peace An Israeli in Palestine, by Jeff Halper in Israel and Palestine Halper's journey 'beyond the 36-page United Methodist resource membrane' that shields his people for congregations (GBGM & GBCS). from the harsh realities of Palestinian Provides many answers about the Mid life. One of the most vivid East conflict; promotes actions to seek descriptions and insightful analyses of a resolution. Two sections: What You the occupation to be found. Leader in Should Know & How You Can Help. Israeli peace movement, nominated Abundant resources. Download: for Nobel Peace Prize. (1st edition has umc-gbcs.org/content/general/ different cover) Order at Amazon, etc. Advocacy_Packet_Fall_2013.pdf
Steadfast Hope Shalom Rav (blog) and Wrestling in 48-page booklet with DVD; Pres- the Daylight: A Rabbi’s Path to byterian Church USA. Congre- Palestinian Solidarity, by Brant Rosen gational study that dispels myths The Shalom Rav blog comes from the about the conflict and presents rabbi of a synagogue in Evanston, IL extensive education about the present and co-chair of the Rabbinical Council situation, Used by many churches and of Jewish Voice for Peace. His book others. Download/Order: See Publi- presents a rabbi’s journey from cations under Study Resources at: lifelong liberal Zionism to visionary israelpalestinemissionnetwork.org. Palestinian activism. Read his blog: rabbibrant.com Order book: Amazon.
Zionism Unsettled Breaking a Generation, Issue 63 The Occupation of the Bible, Issue 67 74-page booklet & DVD. Congre- gational study on the important roles Cornerstone Newsletter, FOSNA of Zionism and Christian Zionism in From Friends of Sabeel-North shaping attitudes and developments in America. Issue 63: Examines the use the Middle East and around the world. and misuse of scripture regarding the Diverse views from Christians, Jews Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Issue 67: and Muslims. Guide for class leaders. Systemic, illegal detention and abuse Download/Order: See Publications of Palestinian children under the under Study Resources at: Israeli occupation. Download at: israelpalestinemissionnetwork.org. f osna.org/content/cornerstone-archive
Understanding the Palestinian- A Palestinian Christian Cry for Israeli Conflict: A Primer Reconciliation by Rev. Naim Ateek Easy to understand questions and Important book from the founder of answers about Israelis, Palestinians, the Sabeel Liberation Theology the US role, Zionism, the peace Centre in Jerusalem. Part 1 focuses on process, Hamas & more: a compre- events since the Intifada of 1987; Part hensive analysis of the conflict. Read 2 draws on scripture to examine issues at US Campaign (use Search): of ownership of the land; Part 3 endtheoccupation.org. Order at: presents a strategy to achieve peace Amazon, etc. Print & e-book formats. and justice nonviolently. Order the book at Amazon. Download the book’s study guide at: fosna.org/content/study-guides Is Israel an Apartheid State? Is Israel committing the crimes of Palestinian Loss of Land apartheid and colonialism in occupied Map Cards Palestinian territory: the West Bank, A vivid educational tool, these East Jerusalem and Gaza? A summary cards succinctly illustrate Israel's of the legal study commissioned by expansion since 1948 and what the government of South Africa, remains for Palestinians. Several carried out by an international team of options for the back. $6 for 100. legal analysts. Download/Order: Order at: ifamericansknew.org. Type “map card” in search box. icahdusa.org/store/ U.S. Policy
Lest We Forget Learn astonishing facts in this overview of the US-Israel relationship. Great educa- tional tool, PowerPoint or PDF. Download/Order: See “AMEU Publications” under Resources at ameu.org.
The Israel Lobby RESPONSIBLE TOURISM Essay in London Review of Books that set off tidal waves in the US and Experience the Holy Land: beyond. Detailed examination of the The United Methodist Way Lobby’s power to influence US policy. Important UMC guidelines for visiting Israel- By two US academics; led to longer Palestine; includes recommended tour paper, then book of the same name providers’ brochures, UM resolutions, Mission (left). Read/download at: umhltf.org Partners in Israel-Palestine. Download all at kairosresponse.org, see under Tourism.
Divestment & Boycott **Download all these resources and more at kairosresponse.org
Investing in Palestine is Not Enough 4-page resource explains why investing in the Palestinian economy cannot replace divesting from the Israeli Occupation and, according to the World Bank, cannot sufficiently help the Palestinians while they live under a crushing occupation. See under Divestment**
Q & A about Divestment Seizing the Mandate: Boycotting 16 pp. Easy to follow Q&A format Products from Israeli Settlements presents the moral imperative for 42-pp. Explains reasons for the church divestment from the Israeli boycott, shows how to support it in occupation, explains the choices of your area, and provides detailed companies, dispels misinformation, information about companies that clarifies misunderstanding of support the settlements enterprise and fiduciary responsibility, and much the occupation of Palestinian territory. more. See under Divestment.** See under Boycott.**
Who Supports Divestment? More Resources for Boycott 11x17 Brochure or 4 pp. Features of Settlements Products powerful statements from bishops, PowerPoint presentations, rabbis, Holocaust survivors and more. flyers, bulletin inserts, Q & A, Lists Christian institutions and Jewish and more to educate church organizations worldwide that support members and build support economic advocacy to end the Israeli for economic advocacy. See occupation. See under Divestment.** under Boycott.** Films & Books Find More Films, Books, and Other Resources at umhltf.org
Occupation 101 Fast Times in Palestine, Pam Olson Thought-provoking documentary covers a wide Harrowing, funny, vivid, moving and inspiring range of topics Ð history from 1880s to now, personal story that opens a rare window onto obstacles to peace, role of the US, settlements, Palestinian life under Israeli occupation. Easy the Separation Wall, Gaza, and more. 90 mins. and engaging to read, a fascinating memoir. Find Watch online or purchase at: occupation101.tv at: pamolson.org or Amazon.
The Stones Cry Out The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine, Ilan Pappe Powerful film speaks for Christian Palestinians Renowned Israeli historian offers impressive living with oppression and occupation for over archival evidence that, from its inception, Israel's 60 years, from the 1948 Nakba until today. 55 founding ideology was the forced removal of the mins. Find at: thestonescryoutmovie.com indigenous population. Indispensable for those interested in this region. Find at Amazon, etc. 5 Broken Cameras Critically-acclaimed, Oscar-nominated, and The Lemon Tree, Sandy Tolan deeply personal cinematic diary of life and This story of an extraordinary friendship non-violent resistance in a West Bank village spanning 35 years brings the Israeli-Palestinian surrounded by Israeli settlements. 94 mins. conflict down to its most human level, Find at Amazon, Watch on Hulu. suggesting hope for reconciliation even amid the bleakest political realities. Find at Amazon, etc. Peace, Propaganda and the Promised Land Powerful exposé of how Israeli public relations A Wall in Jerusalem, Mark Braverman and pro-Israel Americans exercise powerful Using lessons of the Holocaust and Apartheid, to influence and censorship of media re Israel’s the foremost voices in theology and conflict illegal and brutal occupation of Palestine. 80 resolution, a Jewish American activist answers mins. Watch on vimeo.com and other sites. many essential questions about the Israeli- Palestinian conflict and offers a course of action Roadmap to Apartheid at home and abroad. Find at Amazon, etc. Award-winning, intense documentary provides They Dare to Speak Out, Paul Findley a detailed look at the history of apartheid in With careful documentation and case histories, South Africa and what exists today in the this powerful book addresses the pervasive Israeli occupation of Palestine. 95 mins. Find influence of AIPAC on American politics. Draws at: roadmaptoapartheid.org. connections between US unconditional support of Israel and raging anti-American passions Budrus around the world. Find at Amazon, etc. Globally acclaimed, compelling story of a Blood Brothers, Elias Chacour Palestinian leader, his courageous 15-yr-old Blends this Palestinian Archbishop's riveting life daughter, and a movement that united and story with historical research to reveal a little- saved a village. 82 mins. Find at: Budrus.com known side of the birth of Israel and the Arab- Israeli conflict. Compelling book offers insight Al Helm (The Dream): Martin Luther King into living at peace in the most volatile region of in Palestine the world. Find at Amazon, etc. An African-American gospel choir goes to Palestine to tour in a play about Martin Luther Bethlehem Besieged, Mitri Raheb King Jr., and witness life under occupation and From the Palestinian Lutheran pastor of a non-violent movement for social justice. 93 Christmas Church in Bethlehem, a powerful mins. Find at: clarityfilms.org/mlk collection of dramatic personal stories tell of desperation and hope in the midst of lethal conflict, bringing the Palestinian/Israeli conflict Organizations/Websites up close and personal. Find at Amazon, etc.