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2 décembre 2022
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Jour 2
samedi 3 décembre 2022 à 10:48
☀️ 27 °C
Altitude: 7 m
Emirats Arabes Unis Dubai International Airport 25.244339, 55.37073225°14’40” N 55°22’15” E
The Flight Over
3 décembre 2022, Emirats Arabes Unis ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
After our 14hr flight from Brisbane to Dubai, Miki and I navigated our way to the lounge. With an 8hr layover we have caught up on sleep, had some food and even a shower! In 3hrs we will leave the lounge and make our way to gate C13 for our final 2hr flight to Amman.En savoir plus
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Jour 3
dimanche 4 décembre 2022 à 08:00
☀️ 14 °C
Altitude: 950 m
Jordan Kanīsat al ‘Adhrā’ an Nāşirīyah 31.951443, 35.87078931°57’5” N 35°52’15” E
Church of Saint Mary of Nazareth
4 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
Today we started the day by attending local Mass service at the Church of Saint Mary of Nazareth. The Mass was in Arabic except for a few parts by Bishop Michael and Father Ashwyn. I also volunteered to read the second reading - what an experience! The church was decorated for Christmas and even had a Mary shrine down some stairs.En savoir plus
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Jour 3
dimanche 4 décembre 2022 à 11:00
⛅ 14 °C
Altitude: 815 m
Jordan Wādī Şafrā’31.954203, 35.93651631°57’15” N 35°56’11” E
Amman Citadel
4 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
I had no idea what to expect at the Citadel, and man was I surprised! This incredible site has artefacts from many different ages. To see parts of churches and mosques on the same land was interesting. As the Citadel is on the top of a hill, it also lends to great views of Jordan from all sides. While we were at the summit we also heard the Muslim call to prayer.En savoir plus
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Jour 3
dimanche 4 décembre 2022 à 14:30
☀️ 19 °C
Altitude: 675 m
Jordan Şiyāghah 31.767307, 35.72661631°46’2” N 35°43’36” E
Mt Nebo
4 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
What a view from Mt Nebo! While at the top of Bishop Michael read a passage which detailed what Moses saw while he stood at the summit. It was a very spiritual experience to stand there and look over the vista that Moses would have seen - including the Dead Sea and Jericho. We then went into the church to look at the stunning mosaics that have been preserved.En savoir plus
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Jour 4
lundi 5 décembre 2022 à 08:36
☀️ 11 °C
Altitude: 920 m
Jordan Khirbat Mār Ilyās 32.36245, 35.72263732°21’45” N 35°43’21” E
Tal Mar Elias
5 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ☀️ 11 °C
This morning we started our day by travelling to see the birthplace of Elijah. Although there isn’t much at the top, we were treated to a wonderful view and beautiful mosaics. There was also an acorn tree, I’d never seen one before!En savoir plus
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Jour 4
lundi 5 décembre 2022 à 11:00
☀️ 14 °C
Altitude: 885 m
Jordan Kanīsat Sayyidat as Salām 32.30621, 35.75001132°18’22” N 35°45’0” E
Our Lady of the Mount Church
5 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
Our Lady of the Mount Church was the second stop today. Bishop Michael said Mass in the adjacent Shrine. This Shrine is the site of a miracle. On the 6th of May 2010 while cleaning the outside of the cabinet, a sister saw Mary’s statue blink red tears. The liquid was taken away for processing and it was discovered to be human blood. This is now a confirmed miracle.

Mass was beautiful and before we left the parish gave us peppermint tea!En savoir plus
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Jour 4
lundi 5 décembre 2022 à 13:27
☀️ 17 °C
Altitude: 559 m
Jordan Qaws an Naşr 32.272186, 35.89117832°16’20” N 35°53’28” E
Jerash
5 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
This afternoon we explored the ancient Roman city of Jarakesh. Although there is a newer city, this part is protected and cannot be built on. We saw the massive gates and hippodrome. After watching a bagpipe performance we had some free time to explore the archeological site. Miki climbed to the top of the amphitheater with Mary and I stayed at the bottom - my legs would have become jelly.

After that, we climbed to the Zeus temple and a local took some epic pictures for us (for a tip of course!). There are still parts of the sight that are being restored while some are still being uncovered.En savoir plus
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Jour 5
mardi 6 décembre 2022 à 08:00
☀️ 17 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Jordan Al Maghţas 31.832205, 35.54672631°49’56” N 35°32’48” E
Baptism Site
6 décembre 2022, Jordan ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
This morning we started our day by having Mass at the side of the Jordan River. The Jordan River is the boarder between Jordan and Israel / The West Bank. During the Mass we renewed our Baptismal promise as well.

Following the Mass we walked to the sight they believe is where John the Baptist baptised Jesus. It was amazing to hear our guide (Fadi) recall accounts of the early pilgrims and how they matched with the now unearthed Church.

We followed the path all the way up to the current area where baptisms take place. There were American soldiers getting baptised and we could see people on the Israel side getting baptised as well.En savoir plus
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Jour 6
mercredi 7 décembre 2022 à 08:21
⛅ 12 °C
Altitude: 357 m
Israël Nazareth 32.702148, 35.29742832°42’8” N 35°17’51” E
Basilica of Annunciation & St Josephs
7 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C
Our first full day in Nazareth was full of adventure. We started by walking to the Basilica of Annunciation to celebrate Mass. The Church had incredible stained glass windows and even Mary’s house.

Following Mass we walked to the Church of St Joseph. Under the Church is an ancient baptismal font and grotto. These would have been above ground at the time, but as with a lot of the sites, buildings have been built on top of other buildings.En savoir plus
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Jour 6
mercredi 7 décembre 2022 à 12:00
⛅ 16 °C
Altitude: 347 m
Israël ‘En Maqqav 32.700478, 35.29039432°42’2” N 35°17’25” E
Nazareth Village
7 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Before lunch we headed to the incredible Nazareth Village. This is a full, working, first century village complete with donkey, sheep, olive oil press. We actually use videos of this place in the Year 2 curriculum so it was incredible to see the place in the flesh. While on the village tour we saw the olive oil farmers, shepards, potters, weavers and even a reconstructed Synagogue. At noon we shared a traditional first century lunch!En savoir plus
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VoyageurFrozen in time! This would’ve been so cool to see!
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Jour 6
mercredi 7 décembre 2022 à 13:57
⛅ 20 °C
Altitude: 144 m
Israël Megiddo 32.58585, 35.18421232°35’9” N 35°11’3” E
Megiddo
7 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
The sight of the apocalypse - what an incredible view. Megiddo is a hill that at least 30 different groups or civilisations have built on. From the top you can see to the east and west of the country.

Megiddo was so important because it was atop the very important trade route - if you control Megiddo, you are rich. But as always, with the money, comes enemies. Many battles took place in the valley and on Megiddo.

The water source from Megiddo is outside the city walls, so they built a tunnel down and then a channel out to the spring. This ensures that if there was conflict, the people inside the city walls could access water. 183 steps down, 80 back out again!En savoir plus
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Jour 7
jeudi 8 décembre 2022 à 08:24
☀️ 14 °C
Altitude: 233 m
Israël Kafr Kannā 32.747101, 35.33840632°44’50” N 35°20’18” E
Cana
8 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
Here in Cana, at the request of his mother, Jesus turned water into wine at the wedding feast! Today at the Church, Kate & Neil and Helen & Robin renewed their wedding vows to each other!
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VoyageurAww that’s so sweet! 😍
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Jour 7
jeudi 8 décembre 2022 à 09:58
☀️ 15 °C
Altitude: 560 m
Israël Mount Tabor 32.686375, 35.3921732°41’11” N 35°23’32” E
Mount Tabor
8 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
We travelled by shuttle taxi up the winding road to the summit of Mt Tabor. This church is the sight of the Transfiguration. Jesus took Peter, James and John up the mountain, where Moses and Elijah appeared and Jesus transfigured into sparkling clothes. This was to prove to the people that Jesus was the connection between humans and God. It also showed that they didn’t need the prophets any more, and that Jesus was the son of God.En savoir plus
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Jour 7
jeudi 8 décembre 2022 à 12:40
☀️ 23 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Israël Kefar Naẖum 32.880638, 35.57441732°52’50” N 35°34’28” E
Capernaum
8 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
In Capernaum we visited two places of note. The home to Peter the Apostle and Magdala.

At the home to Peter the Apostle we viewed an original Synagogue that was on a base of first century rock. This was the actual place where Jesus taught - how incredible!

We celebrated Mass with Fr Ashwin in Magdala. It is a stunning area with figures of Jesus and Mary as well as many artworks made of mosaic.En savoir plus
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jeudi 8 décembre 2022 à 13:40
☀️ 23 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Israël Naẖal Kur 32.873581, 35.54900732°52’25” N 35°32’56” E
Tabgha
8 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Jesus feeds the 5000 - what an incredible story. Here in Tabgha they have uncovered an original mosaic depicting the fish and loaves. The church has beautiful thin basalt windows that mimic marble.
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Jour 8
vendredi 9 décembre 2022 à 06:49
⛅ 12 °C
Altitude: 350 m
Syrie Ein Kinya 33.248581, 35.69451133°14’55” N 35°41’40” E
Temple of Pan
9 décembre 2022, Syrie ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C
Also referred to as the Gates of Hell this incredible place boasted not just beautiful carvings but also stunning springs. Here we heard stories of Jesus asking his disciples “who do you say that I am?”.En savoir plus
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VoyageurThis looks so pretty!
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Jour 8
vendredi 9 décembre 2022 à 09:40
⛅ 16 °C
Altitude: 172 m
Israël Dan 33.245237, 35.64782833°14’43” N 35°38’52” E
Tel Dan Nature Reserve
9 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
A 15 minute walk here with the sound of tranquil running water. At the end of the trail we saw the ruins of the City of Dan.
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Jour 8
vendredi 9 décembre 2022 à 12:06
⛅ 22 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Israël Naẖal Ẕalmon 32.843231, 35.52827532°50’36” N 35°31’42” E
Sea of Galilee
9 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
Today we celebrated Mass in the middle of The Sea of Galilee. I read the first reading during Mass from the book of Isaiah. The boat ride was smooth and it was incredible to just sit and pray in the middle of the Sea. Our fearless leaders Colleen and Rami at the front!En savoir plus
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VoyageurAnother pinch me moment! 😱
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Now that’s an experience ❤️ [Jenna]
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vendredi 9 décembre 2022 à 14:41
☀️ 23 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Israël Minzar HaBe’atitudim 32.880909, 35.55609932°52’51” N 35°33’22” E
Mount of Beatitudes
9 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
The New Testament’s answer to the 10 Commandments, The Beatitudes. This church was designed by the same man who designed the Transfiguration Church from a couple of days ago! What a beautiful place.
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vendredi 9 décembre 2022 à 15:33
☀️ 22 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Israël Naẖal Kur 32.871719, 35.55052632°52’18” N 35°33’2” E
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Sea of Galilee Adventure
9 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
After a busy day of exploring, Sr Bernice, Miki and I decided we wanted to take a dip in Lake Galilee! I will admit, I did think I would get all in, but it was FREEZING! Claire and Pat joined us as ‘lifeguards’. We all got in to our knees and decided that was far enough! Brrrr!En savoir plus
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Hope you are enjoying the trip Berneice. Love Denise👏👏🙏🙏 [Denise Hinton]
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Looking great Anja. Enjoy👏👏🙏🙏 [Denise Hinton]
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VoyageurThank you! It’s been an excellent adventure!
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VoyageurSo glad you got in! 😍
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Jour 9
samedi 10 décembre 2022 à 08:51
☀️ 14 °C
Altitude: Niveau de la mer
Israël Gan Le’ummi Bet She’an 32.501213, 35.50096932°30’4” N 35°30’3” E
Beit She’an
10 décembre 2022, Israël ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
Beit She’an is an old Roman city. We explored the ancient bath houses, amphitheater and even the “modern” toilets! It never ceases to amaze me - the engineering and details that these ancient civilisations achieved.En savoir plus
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samedi 10 décembre 2022 à 13:52
☀️ 18 °C
Altitude: 666 m
Palestine Ash Shayyāḩ 31.771643, 35.2563931°46’18” N 35°15’23” E
Jericho and beyond
10 décembre 2022, Palestine ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
On our way to Bethlehem we stopped at the fountain of Jericho. We also stopped at the Church of Saint Lazarus where we heard the story of Jesus raising his friend Lazarus from the dead.
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Jour 10
dimanche 11 décembre 2022 à 08:16
☀️ 13 °C
Altitude: 624 m
Palestine Kanīsat Ḩaql ar Ru‘āh al Kāthūlīkīyah 31.707157, 35.22949631°42’26” N 35°13’46” E
Shepard’s Field
11 décembre 2022, Palestine ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
This is the site where the Shepards were visited by an Angel when Jesus was born! At this beautiful church we celebrated our daily Mass. From here you can see the Church of the Nativity as well. We had the Mass in a small cave/grotto that would have traditionally been a house.En savoir plus
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Jour 10
dimanche 11 décembre 2022 à 10:06
☀️ 16 °C
Altitude: 714 m
Palestine Tall Furaydīs 31.665079, 35.24078831°39’54” N 35°14’27” E
Herrodium
11 décembre 2022, Palestine ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
This MAN MADE mountain is nothing short of stunning! Herod had his palace set on top of the mountain with an amphitheater half way up. We climbed 200+ steps to the top, though I’m sure Herod was carried! The view from the top was stunning and a wonderful place to catch your breath! To get to the bottom we climbed through water cistern tunnels.En savoir plus
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dimanche 11 décembre 2022 à 13:36
☀️ 17 °C
Altitude: 755 m
Palestine Khallat Ḩamāmah 31.718838, 35.20238131°43’8” N 35°12’9” E
The Seperation Wall
11 décembre 2022, Palestine ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Did you know that there is a Separation Wall running around the whole of Bethlehem? I certainly didn’t!

Bethlehem is classified as a city that’s land belongs to Palestine, but civil services are run by Israel. Unfortunately a lot of these services either don’t run or aren’t prioritised. The Separation Wall was built during the Second Intifada, a period of heightened conflict between Israel and Palestine that occurred between 2000 and 2005. Construction began on the wall in 2002, cited as a security measure to prevent suicide bombers from entering Israel from the West Bank.

When entering or leaving the city, the Wall almost looks like a scar, it is heartbreaking to see. We have had lots of conversations about it today, maybe it will become our (or a future generations) Berlin Wall. Only time will tell.En savoir plus
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