HCEF sponsored a discussion between two prominent Christian Evangelicals, entitled, "Are Christians Obligated to Support Israel? Two Different Theological Perspectives".

HCEF sponsored a discussion between two prominent Christian Evangelicals, entitled, "Are Christians Obligated to Support Israel? Two Different Theological Perspectives". The tone of the conversation was welcoming and cordial, although the speakers differed significantly in their responses to the title question. Rev. Dr. Gary Burge of Wheaton College and Ms. JoAnn Magnuson of Bridges for Peace represented the two different theological positions and discussed their practical implications for peace-building and justice in the Middle East. The session ran over time due to interesting and spirited questions from the audience.

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Introduction to Panel Discussion
.Are Christians Obligated to Support  the Modern State of Israel?.

– "Do Christians Have an Obligation to Support Israel?"
HCEF Annual Meeting, Washington D.C., October 21, 2006.
Gary M. Burge, Ph.D.
Wheaton College & Graduate School

– "Are Christians Obligated to Support Israel?"
JoAnn G. Magnuson
Interfaith Relations Director, Bridges for Peace
Holy Land Ecumenical Christian Fellowship, October 21, 2006