The Flight Over
3 dicembre 2022, Emirati Arabi Uniti ⋅ ☀️ 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 theLeggi altro
Church of Saint Mary of Nazareth
4 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ☀️ 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 volunteeredLeggi altro
Amman Citadel
4 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ⛅ 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 wasLeggi altro
Mt Nebo
4 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ☀️ 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 overLeggi altro
Tal Mar Elias
5 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ☀️ 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 anLeggi altro
Our Lady of the Mount Church
5 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ☀️ 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 theLeggi altro
Jerash
5 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ☀️ 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 aLeggi altro
Baptism Site
6 dicembre 2022, Giordania ⋅ ☀️ 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 BaptismalLeggi altro
Basilica of Annunciation & St Josephs
7 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ⛅ 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.Leggi altro
Nazareth Village
7 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ⛅ 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 YearLeggi altro
Megiddo
7 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ⛅ 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.Leggi altro
Cana
8 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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!
Mount Tabor
8 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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 ElijahLeggi altro
Capernaum
8 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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. ThisLeggi altro
Tabgha
8 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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.
Temple of Pan
9 dicembre 2022, Siria ⋅ ⛅ 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 ILeggi altro
Tel Dan Nature Reserve
9 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ⛅ 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.
Sea of Galilee
9 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ⛅ 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 theLeggi altro
Mount of Beatitudes
9 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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.
Sea of Galilee Adventure
9 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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 asLeggi altro
Beit She’an
10 dicembre 2022, Israele ⋅ ☀️ 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 ancientLeggi altro
Jericho and beyond
10 dicembre 2022, Palestina ⋅ ☀️ 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.
Shepard’s Field
11 dicembre 2022, Palestina ⋅ ☀️ 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. WeLeggi altro
Herrodium
11 dicembre 2022, Palestina ⋅ ☀️ 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 wasLeggi altro
The Seperation Wall
11 dicembre 2022, Palestina ⋅ ☀️ 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 areLeggi altro






























































































































































































































