Section 6.2 "In order to understand our reality, we say to the Churches: Come and see. We will fulfill our role to make known to you the truth of our reality, receiving you as pilgrims coming to us to pray, carrying a message of peace, love and reconciliation. You will know the facts and the people of this land, Palestinians and Israelis alike."
The following list includes recommend groups that offer Witness Trips so you can Come and See for yourself:
"Go beyond the headlines. See the land of Palestine/Israel. Connect with Palestinian and Israeli peace-builders. Learn frameworks and strategies for justice. Act to build bridges between people and movements. Every Eyewitness Palestine delegation is real, honest, heartfelt, and genuine. There's only one way to truly understand the realities of Palestine/Israel - through the eyes of those who live there."
"If you’re interested in witnessing the occupation firsthand, FOSNA can help you plan a trip or join a planned trip. Our panel of witness trip leaders have been traveling to Palestine and Israel for years and know how to navigate the roadblocks, both physical and bureaucratic."
"Is your church considering a mission trip? Global Ministries’ People-to-People Pilgrimage program assists congregations in planning and preparing for life changing pilgrimage experiences. It is through the People-to-People Pilgrimage Program that your local church can connect with our partners and share with them their work and witness."
"Grace Tours is a tour agency which has been operating within the field of tourism for so many years. A family run business located within Beit Sahour, Grace Tours ensures that the needs of every visitor are placed first and foremost. Grace tours offers a range of tours from established itineraries designed to cover the most important aspects of the Holy Land to personalized tours and trips that are created to meet your needs and wishes. Our team of professional and experienced tour guides can offer each visitor in-depth historical depictions of each site."
An Alternative Tour to Palestine and Israel - Hosted by Jeff & Janet Wright
"As the tour title suggests, many of the first-century conditions that shaped Jesus' life and ministry continue to shape the lives of Palestinians and Israelis today. In addition to exploring the holy stones — the historic places and sites that have defined our faith — participants will engage the Living Stones: Jews, Muslims and Christians who live in the land."
Jai offers olive harvest tours (October) and tree planting tours (February) as well as other special advocacy and guided tours.
Life Illuminated offers tours of various lengths to the Holy Land, Jordan, and
Egypt.
"Goals of the Trip - This is a study and listening tour! Get to know the Living Stones” of Israel/Palestine. Meet Pilgrims of Ibillin’s peace-building partners in Ibillin, Zababdeh, Ramallah, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Ramle. Hear from leaders of organizations on both sides of the Green Line that seek a nonviolent path to a just peace."
Since 2003 the Tree of Life Educational Fund has organized interfaith journeys to the Holy Land.
Go to the Journeys dropdown menu to learn more about upcoming and past journeys.
"Too often, visitors to the Holy Land return home without having learned anything from the natives of the land. At Wi’am, we work to promote international citizen diplomacy through our Educational & Cultural Tours program. We organize both tours and workshops that introduce international visitors (both groups and individuals) to the complex cultural, historical, religious and sociopolitical atmosphere from the perspective of the people who live in Palestine. Our aim is to encourage people to travel to the Holy Land, participate in cultural exchanges and dialogue with the Palestinian people, and understand the human consequences of the conflict."
Contact Dr. Michael Spath:
(260) 515-9300