The Galilee is a special place. During every trip to Israel a tinge of sadness arises as we leave there. So, we lingered for a while before waving goodbye to the region in which Jesus spent over 75% of His ministry. Boker tov (good morning) from the Sea of Galilee The Thursday morning dawn broke …
To fully understand the situation in Gaza today, it is important to understand their history. How did Gaza come to be, and how did Hamas come to power? Is it really their land? Dr Erez Soref does a great job summarizing Gaza's history in the video below. Take a look, then we'll consider some additional …
With only a few days to go before our ON MISSION with God solidarity trip to Israel launches, yesterday was packing day! It becomes all too real once clothing is selected, luggage is filled, checklists are checked off, and passports are dusted off! What lies before us is almost assuredly beyond all we could ask …
Continue reading “Why are You Going to Israel Now?” and “Isn’t it Dangerous?”
Only days after being released from Hamas captivity, former Israeli hostage, Emily Damari, returned to the very place from which she was kidnapped and taken to Gaza. Kfar Aza, a beautiful kibbutz of 860 people very near the Gaza border, was attacked on October 7 when at least 73 residents were tortured, raped, maimed and …
Continue reading Released Israeli Hostage Returns Home to “Close the Circle”
Looking for the Blessed Hope 