Day 5: Bethlehem all day AND Solemn Entry into Tomb

Today we spent the whole day in Bethlehem and had Mass in a cave. Again the homily was exceptional. We visited the Church of the Nativity to touch the Birthplace of Christ and spent time shopping and supporting the local Christians. We drove to the Promenade where I told my “Story of Salvation History from Adam […]

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Day 4: Capernaum, Boat Ride, Eating St.Peters Fish, Visitation & Arrival in Jerusalem!

Today is the big transition from a Galilee to Jerusalem. We only move once during our pilgrimages for the convenience of the people. This morning was all about the Sea of Galilee where we had Mass at Capernaum where Jesus said “Eat My Flesh, Drink My Blood.” The readings were from John chapter 6 – […]

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Beatitudes, Caesarea Philippi, Golan Heights, Syrian Border, Galilee & Gastronomic Heaven

On our third day here in the Holy Land we spent the day in the north. Mass at Beatitudes (homily here). One of the highlights was visiting Caesarea Philippi where Jesus said “You Are Peter and on This Rock I Will Build My Church…” Steve gave his talk “Peter: the Rock & Keys.” We  stopped […]

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