Southern Steps and Western Wall

The Knesset visit was a great way to start the day, but it would only get better. Under clear skies, we entered the Old City through the Zion gate. Site of major battles in the 1948 War of Independence, the gate still bears pock marks inflicted by bullets fired at the gate. We made our …

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Jerusalem for a Day

Saturday is Shabbat in the Jewish world, which means virtually everything is shut down from sundown on Friday until sundown on Saturday. So, what is a group to do? Go to Jerusalem! Our agenda included a stop on the Mount of Olives overlooking Temple Mount, a stroll through the Garden of Gethsemane, prayer time at …

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Just in Time for Hanukkah!

Ahhhh....Hanukkah! One of the most joyous times on the Hebrew calendar. Though Hanukkah is not a Biblical feast, we know that Jesus and his family celebrated the joyous occasion. John 10:22-23 tells us Jesus walked in Solomon's porch in the Temple on the Feast of Dedication (an ancient name of Hanukkah). Often Hanukkah is associated …

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Do You Know These Places?

Happy Lord's Day! Take a look at these amazing places in Israel. Can you identify them? Go to Israel with us and we'll show you each one. We just announced our 2023 tour, which will launch February 17, 2023. Check out EXPERIENCE ISRAEL TOUR 2023 for more info.