A Church for the Grandparents
After my vacation, back in Jerusalem, I received a message from Nick which, of course, included a query. “At the village, on the 8th, they celebrate another feast for Jesus’ mother. My grandmother says it’s her birthday.” Church for the Grandparents: Joaquim and St...
In the Periphery of the Holy Land, the Nomads: Arabs, Nabataeans, and Bedouins
Fragment of a mosaic from a Byzantine church near Gaza depicting a man (perhaps a Bedouin?) leading a camel laden with wine amphorae. Kissufim, 6th century. Display location: Israel Museum. Source: Wikimedia Commons. The 35th chapter of the Book of Jeremiah begins...
Another Empty Tomb?
I approached the church in the small coastal village where I would be staying for a few days, and suddenly, a boy rushed toward me. It was Nick, my friend from a short flight a little over two years ago. We embraced like old friends. He is taller now, but otherwise...
Interview with James “Jesusman” – in the Streets of Jerusalem
📍Location: Near the Church of the Holy Sepulcher Many people call you the “Jesusman.” What’s your real name? My name is James, I was born in the United States, but yes — many people call me “the Jesusman” here in Jerusalem. Jesusman: living like Jesus How long have...