Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of Passion Week

We’re leading up to Resurrection Day by exploring the week that set the stage.  As you know, Jesus entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.  The Jews were expecting a conquering king, and had hopes that Jesus would save them from oppressive Roman rule.  However, Jesus came as a humble servant, riding on a lowly donkey and, they …

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Palm Sunday: The Day of Jesus’ Visitation

Yesterday was Palm Sunday, so we will take a break from our Israel in Perspective series in order to focus on the most important week in world history.  As we set our sights on Resurrection weekend (next weekend), it is important to know and understand the significance of Palm Sunday…the day Jesus rode into Jerusalem, setting …

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Friends for Life, But We Must Say Goodbye

I can't begin to tell you how heartwarming it is as a tour leader to watch our tour groups become family! We built lifelong friendships, and we have had reunions. We will never be the same, having been there together. It is the joy of my heart, and I am moved by what Israel does …

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Entering the Old City

After a fantastic Shabbat (when Jews shut down all activity), we were ready to enter the Old City, whose walls tower over visitors anxious to experience this wonderful place. Entering always reminds me of the three times a year Jews from all over the land would flock to the Temple for major feasts. Passover (which …

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