By the time this newsletter is finished and distributed, we will all know the results of the May 17 Israeli elections. The results of this election will have an impact on the believers in this region, and of course on the future of this area and the entire Middle East. The words of the Lords prayer come to mind, "Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." Whatever political change may came, we rest in Christ’s promise in John 14:27, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you," and we continue in our hope and purpose of reconciliation among our brothers and sisters in this land.