Capernaeum, the Home of Jesus’ Ministry

Although Jesus was born in Bethlehem, Capernaum became his home during the time of his ministry. Located on the northwest shores of the Sea of…

Machaerus and the Beheading of John the Baptist

The road to Machaerus, Jordan was difficult.  Winding through a desert land with many switchbacks and steep hills, the bus struggled through the twists and…

Blessed are Those on the Mount of Beatitudes

Located in the Galilean town of Tabgha, the Mount of Beatitudes is thought to have been the location where Jesus preached his famous “Sermon on…

Seeking Holy Wisdom in Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia

My first visit to Istanbul was on a summer girl’s trip.  Our plans were to start out in Istanbul, Turkey, explore the beautiful coast and…

Baptisms at the Jordan River (Qasr el Yehud)

The Jordan River is first mentioned in the Old Testament in Joshua 1:2 when the Lord said to Joshua, “Moses my servant is dead. Now…

Cana and the Miracle of Turning Water into Wine

Cana is best known as the town where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding feast (John 2:1 – 11). …

Barcelona and its Stunning Architecture

My thin jacket was no match for the light falling rain as I watched the Pullmantur Sovereign dock at the Port of Barcelona.  I stood…

Bear’s Mill, Greenville’s Historic Grist Mill

Sitting on 35 acres, historic Bear’s Mill is one of the last gristmills available in the state of Ohio. Providing flour since 1849, this water-powered…

Monaco, A City of Royalty and Wealth

Strolling past St. Nicholas Cathedral and through the quaint, medieval streets of Monaco, our tour began at the Prince’s Palace.   This fascinating fortress, built in…

As the Cock Crows in Jerusalem

A steep hill led down towards the entrance of Saint Peter in Gallicantu when we heard the mysterious muffled crow of a rooster. Although we…