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Reconciliation in the Age of COVID-19

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Currently, Oman, like many other countries, is experiencing measures intended to slow the spread of COVID-19. Our schools, mosques, churches, and parks are closed. Entry into the country is very limited, and those coming in will be quarantined. People are encouraged to not go out and interact in…

“How are your goats and cows?” – Reflections on Oman

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Greetings from Oman, assalamu aleykum. Kayfa halek, how are you? Zayn, zayn, alhamdulillah. I am well, praise God. Shu ahbarekh? What are the news? Kayfa hosh wa bosh? Bi hayr, alhamdulillah. How are your goats and cows? They are well, praise God. My Arabic teacher taught me that in Oman, it is…

HM Sultan Qaboos Passed Away; Our Tribute to His Majesty

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It is with very great regret we have today received news of the death of Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said. He has been a visionary and just leader of the Sultanate of Oman since 1970. He has guided this country towards prosperity and stability and also been a leader in of the whole world in urging peace…

Meet Pyry Paulasaari, Volunteer

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Al Amana Centre welcomes Pyry Paulasaari, a Finnish student from the University of Stirling in Scotland. Pyry arrived mid-August and is with us for six weeks. Thanks for all that you are doing, Pyry!  Pyry Paulasaari is a university student volunteering at AAC for six weeks Salaam…