Catholic Bishops from Europe and North America Visit Bethlehem University

Al-Quds Newspaper
18 January 2005

Bethlehem University hosted a delegation of Catholic bishops from Europe and North America. Bishop William Skylstad, President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, was among the visitors.

Brother Vincent Malham, President of Bethlehem University, welcomed the guests and thanked them for their support to the Palestinian people. Brother Vincent spoke about the tremendous role of Bethlehem University in the development of Palestinian society. A discussion took place between the guests and faculty and students of Bethlehem University about aspiration for the future of the region.

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Catholic Bishops from Europe and North America Visit Bethlehem University

Al-Ayam Newspaper
18 January 2005

Bethlehem University hosted a delegation of Catholic bishops from Europe and North America. Bishop William Skylstad, President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, was among the visitors.

Brother Vincent Malham, President of Bethlehem University, welcomed the guests and thanked them for their support to the Palestinian people and Bethlehem University.

An open discussion was organized for the guests with faculty and students of Bethlehem University, and Brother Vincent spoke about the tremendous role of Bethlehem University in the development of Palestinian society. Also, discussion addressed the political climate in the region and the impediments Israel puts in the path of a comprehensive and just peace.

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At the Bethlehem University Web Site (www.bethlehem.edu) can be found photos of the Bishops meeting at the University as well as their closing statement which was delivered to the President of Israel and to the President of Palestinian Authority.