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A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: The Great Vigil of Easter

The Lord is risen! He is risen indeed! Easter in Jerusalem centers on the proclamation of resurrection—whether at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher or the Garden Tomb. Pilgrimage hosts lead their fellow travelers in worship, Scripture, and thanksgiving, celebrating the...

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Good Friday

In remembrance of Good Friday, pilgrimage leaders often lead their groups along the Via Dolorosa, stopping at the Stations of the Cross through the Old City. This shared walk allows pilgrims to engage the Passion narrative with body and spirit. Clergy leaders guide...

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Maundy Thursday

The Upper Room (Cenacle) recalls the Last Supper, the washing of feet, and the institution of the Eucharist. From there, groups walk to the Garden of Gethsemane, where clergy leaders often lead prayer or Scripture reflection. These sites naturally invite teaching on...

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Palm Sunday – The Triumphal Entry

The Palm Sunday Road in Jerusalem is one of the most powerful experiences a pilgrimage group can share. Pilgrims walk from the Mount of Olives, past Dominus Flevit and Gethsemane, retracing Jesus’ entry into the city. This embodied journey helps the group engage the...

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Leading God’s People into the Wilderness – Tabgha

At Tabgha, on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, the Gospel recounts Jesus feeding the multitude. The Church of the Multiplication, with its ancient mosaic of loaves and fishes, naturally invites Eucharistic reflection. For group leaders, this quiet site is ideal for...

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Leading God’s People into the Wilderness – Capernaum

Capernaum was a hub of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and home to several apostles. Nearby, on a hillside overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount.Mount of BeatitudesHouse of PeterFor pilgrimage leaders, this area offers unmatched...

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Leading God’s People into the Wilderness – Nazareth

After the wilderness, Jesus returned to Nazareth, His hometown. It is here that He read from Isaiah and declared the Scripture fulfilled. For pilgrimage leaders, Nazareth provides essential context for teaching about vocation, formation, and faithful perseverance....

A Lenten Walk Through the Holy Land: Leading God’s People into the Wilderness – Pools of Bethesda

Our Lenten walk now takes us to Jerusalem and the Pools of Bethesda. In John’s Gospel, Jesus heals a man who had waited nearly four decades for restoration. For church leaders, this site opens space for pastoral reflection on waiting, healing, and hope—experiences...

Celebrating Faith and History: A Pilgrimage to Rome on Sts. Peter and Paul’s Feast Day

Every year on June 29th, the Church commemorates the martyrdom of Saints Peter and Paul, two towering figures who shaped the early Christian movement. While the exact date of their deaths remains uncertain, their legacy endures, particularly in the Eternal City -...

Tips for Traveling During the 2024 Summer Olympics

Paris is gearing up to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, and with it comes the promise of excitement, world-class athleticism, and a cultural immersion unlike any other, but be prepared: the Olympic crowds are likely to bring travel delays. In order to be transparent...
Tips for Traveling During the 2024 Summer Olympics

Tips for Traveling During the 2024 Summer Olympics

Paris is gearing up to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, and with it comes the promise of excitement, world-class athleticism, and a cultural immersion unlike any other, but be prepared: the Olympic crowds are likely to bring travel delays. In order to be transparent...

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Why We Journey: The Deep Meaning of Pilgrimage

Why We Journey: The Deep Meaning of Pilgrimage

Millions embark on pilgrimages each year, drawn by a force far greater than sightseeing. It's a soul-stirring journey that transcends cultures and religions, offering a profound experience rooted in both scripture and human nature. Deep within us lies a yearning to...

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John The Baptizer: A Voice in The Wilderness

John The Baptizer: A Voice in The Wilderness

Long had it been foretold by the Prophets, long had a message of a coming Messiah been given to the Israelite’s, to the chosen people, and that one must come before Him (Math 3:3; Isa 40:3). His story began with a lesson to his Father Zechariah, who was a man approved...

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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church returns from the Holy Land

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church returns from the Holy Land

In March, a group of 27 pilgrims from Colorado traveled to Israel and Jordan to explore the history and religious sites of the Holy Land. Although several members of the group had visited Israel in the past, this was the first time anyone in the group had visited...

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Pilgrims Return to the Holy Land

Pilgrims Return to the Holy Land

After a very long 2 years, the first Faith Journeys group to travel since 2020 has just returned from their Holy Land pilgrimage! With international travel making a surge and entry rules being amended, it is important to work with a company that is up-to-date on all...

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