Exploring Israel-Palestine

The Rhine, the Romans, and the ‘Little Man Syndrome’

Why does the Rhine appear in a 1st-century Jewish speech? Unpack King Agrippa II’s rhetoric, the Roman 'little man syndrome,' and the 'beastly' Germans of Josephus.

The Long Season: A Return to the Biblical Heartland

After 140 weeks of exile, the 'Long Season' of travel is breaking. Follow the Tommy Baker group’s moving return to Jerusalem and the Biblical Heartland."

From Jerusalem to the Vineyard: The Knights of the Hospital

Discover the journey of the Knights Hospitallers from the Holy Land to the Camino de Santiago and explore the ruins of the 12th-century San Juan de Acre hospital in Navarrete. Learn how this historic site was reborn to serve modern pilgrims on their pilgrimage through Spain.

A Christmas Card: Reflecting on Year's End

What a year! We saw lions rise from the tall grass to begin the hunt. We listened to the soaring of prayers and the whistle of an icy wind rising over the cusp of Kilimanjaro. We sang carols in the church where Jesus was born. We walked across Galilee—twice. And we stroked the face of the dying.

Coordination and Grace: Managing a Large-Scale Holy Land Tour

Discover how strong leadership and a solid safety net—including JCBS and GGC—turn a massive 48-person pilgrimage into a life-changing journey through Jerusalem and Samaria.

From Bulls to Boars: Finding Life in the “Valley of the Shadow of Death”

Looking for some animal encounters on the Jesus Trail? Join us as we hike the ancient Wadi Hamam—the "Valley of the Doves"—and encounter five unexpected critters, from mountain gazelles to wild boar, in this vibrant "valley of life" near the Sea of Galilee.