This Easter, Rev. Maroun Ghafari (a priest in Alma al-Shaab, southern Lebanon) found himself preaching in a suburb of Beirut, far from his village now caught in violent clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants. Since the conflict escalated last month, over 1 million people have fled their homes, with more than 1,400 fatalities reported in Lebanon. Christians, who comprise about one-third of Lebanon's population, are among those displaced. Many have been forced to abandon their ancestral churches, which have stood as symbols of their faith through centuries of turmoil. As they gather in makeshift locations, such as St. Anthony Church in Jdeideh, they reflect on their lost traditions and the emotional pain of separation. The situation remains dire for those who stayed in southern Lebanon, as they face the threat of violence and the withdrawal of the Lebanese army, which has historically tried to maintain neutrality in the conflict. The Easter services this year are marked by a somber acknowledgment of the suffering endured by the community, as they cling to their faith amid uncertainty and fear.