Hidden Layers of Jesus' Tomb Site Uncovered

According Ynet news, experts have recently uncovered hidden layers of Jesus' tomb site. Many historians have long believed that the original cave, identified a few centuries after Jesus' death as his tomb, was obliterated ages ago. 

But an archaeologist accompanying the restoration team said ground-penetrating radar tests determined that cave walls are in fact standing — at a height of six feet and connected to bedrock — behind the marbled panels of the chamber at the center of Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

"What was found," said National Geographic archaeologist Fredrik Hiebert, "is astonishing."

There is much more interesting information on this topic. To read the full article, please click HERE! 

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Magdala Synagogue

Magdala is a unique Holy Land site with a first century city where Jewish residents gathered in a synagogue where Jesus visited and taught. Because of its unique nature, Magdala will actively contribute to building positive relationships with the diverse community of Christian believers and between Christians and Jews. 

A few years ago Father Juan Solana, the papal appointee in charge of Notre Dame of Jerusalem, the highly-rated pilgrimage guest house, felt the leading of Christ to build a retreat center in the Galilee. From the very beginning he envisioned a place where pilgrims could enjoy comfortable accommodations in a spiritual atmosphere on the shores of the Sea of Galilee.

 When construction began in 2009, no one could have imagined what God had in store. As workers began to dig the foundation for the guesthouse, they discovered a First Century Synagogue where it is certain that Jesus taught. Inside the synagogue they also found The Magdala Stone, a discovery many archaeologists call the most significant archaeological find in the past 50 years.

Learn more about the synagogue with Father Kelly in the video featured here!  

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The Second Annual Bible Marathon

How cool is this?! The second Bible Marathon will be taking place this Friday starting in Rosh Ha'ayin where runners will be following in the footsteps of the first marathon man who ran the 42k from the battlefield at Eben Ezer (modern day Rosh Ha'ayin) to Shiloh. 

According to the Bible, in the beginning of the Book of Samuel it is written “then a man of Benjamin ran from the battle line the same day, and came to Shiloh with his clothes torn”. The “man of Benjamin” runs from Eben Ezer to Ancient Shiloh to tell of the end of the war between the Israelites and the Philistines. The runner’s mission is to inform Eli, the priest of Israel, of the defeat in the war, the death of his sons and the capture of the Ark of the Covenant.

 

Check out the Youtube promo video for this year's race HERE! Learn more about the marathon by clicking HERE!

If this an adventure you'd like to plan for next year, contact the experts at Foundations of Faith today!
Foundations of Faith is a full-service travel agency specializing in designing religious pilgrimages that allow individuals, groups, and churches to further explore their faith. To learn more about their services, please visit their website at http://foundationsoffaith.com/. 

Fascinating Christian Relics Found Throughout the World

USA Today published a comprehensive list of fascinating Christian relics found throughout the world. If you're looking to get inspired to go on a pilgrimage of your own, this article is a must read! Spectacular sites such as the Scourging Pillars of Saints Peter and Paul, the Head of St. John the Baptist, and St. Paul's Chains are just a few among many that need to be added to your pilgrimage bucket list. 

St. Paul's Chains

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The Bethesda Pool

The Bethesda Pool in Jerusalem is an iconic site where Jesus performed a number of miracles. The pool was built over subsequent periods with a chapel and churches that are still visible today. This site is a must see on your journey following the miracles of Jesus. To find out more on this incredible site, please click here!

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Explore Jordan with the Experts at Foundations of Faith!

Have you ever wanted to discover the wonders of Jordan? Let the experts at Foundations of Faith guide you on this journey! 

Jordan is a country rich in contrasts and biblical heritage. Whether visiting the Jordan River Baptismal site, gazing into Israel as Moses did from Mt. Nebo, or exploring the ancient Nabatean city of Petra where Herod spent parts of his youth, you will be amazed at the richness of Jordan’s history and hospitality of Jordan’s people. Among the important places to visit are Petra, Makawir, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo and Bethany Beyond the Jordan. 

Contact the experts today to start planning your next adventure! Foundations of Faith is a full-service travel agency specializing in designing religious pilgrimages that allow individuals, groups, and churches to further explore their faith. To learn more about their services, please visit their website at http://foundationsoffaith.com/. 

A Pilgrim's Path: 31 Days to Discovering Life IN Christ

For anyone interested in discovering their faith through pilgrimage, Brad Riley's, "A Pilgrim's Path: 31 Days to Discovering Life IN Christ" is a must-read. The book is a devotional journal to help Christians deepen their faith and walk in Christ and his Spirit. It is offered as a companion to Pastor Brad's Pilgrimage to Israel in January 2017, but is appropriate for the pilgrimage of everyday life in the world. You can check out an excerpt HERE before it is officially offered for sale this fall! 

Foundations of Faith is a full-service travel agency specializing in designing religious pilgrimages that allow individuals, groups, and churches to further explore their faith. To learn more about their services, please visit their website at http://foundationsoffaith.com/.