Second International Conference on Christian Muslim Relations

Dear

The Religious Studies Department at Bethlehem University is honored to invite you for its Second International Religious Conference entitled "The Influence of Education and Media on Christian-Muslim Relations" which will take place on October 15-17, 2008.

The conference will focus on both subjects, Education and the Media, to examine and discuss how and to what extent they influence relations between Christians and Muslims. The main question will be: what is the role of educational institutions in better understanding one other?

Conference aims and objectives are:

1. Analyzing the Religious Education textbooks developed under the auspices of the Palestinian Ministry of Education (Islamic and Christian textbooks); other experiences?

2. How do schools and educational institutions shape and influence the relations between Christians and Muslims?

3. Educational initiatives to promote better understanding and better relations between Christians and Muslims.

4. The role of Education in teaching how to analyze, evaluate and respond critically to media presentations about religion

5. Examining the religious media, both Christian and Muslim, and their presentation of one another.

6. Examining popular religious websites. Which are "popular"? And what are their aims?

7. Exploring the various agendas that shape reporting about religion. What are the various influences that shape the agenda of media reporting about religion?

To confirm your attendance, please fill out the registration form. Deadline for registration is 15 September, 2008. The registration form may be returned to fax number 274-5559 attention Ms. Nasra Dahdal, or at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

We look forward to your participation in the conference.

Sincerely,

Fr. Jamal Khader
Chairperson, Department of Religious Studies
Bethlehem University