I'm beginning to think I might try to locate myself in Bethlehem rather than Ramallah during my sabbatical Fall semester in Palestine. I've applied to participate in the Scholar's Program at the Tantur Ecumenical Institute for Theological Studies . This will enable me to continue my research project and locate me close to the Bethlehem Bible College , where I expect to be teaching a class during the semester. I still hope to travel frequently to Ramallah, especially on the weekends to attend the Friend's meeting there Sunday morning.

It would really top off my sabbatical plans to be at Tantur. However, it would cost me more than I had originally budgeted when I was considering staying in the home of a family. I have yet to hear if I'm accepted and to see whether I can figure out the budget to make it work. Stay tuned.