Photo: St Peter’s Basilica, Vatican

Due to the ongoing war in Israel, all Holy Land pilgrimages for 2024 have been put on hold. It is not yet clear when they will resume, however we hope to revive the practice of walking in the footsteps of Jesus as soon as it is safe.

For centuries pilgrims travelling to the Holy Land have provided sustenance to the local Christian communities (the ‘living stones’), who are now in the minority and regularly face persecution. In turn, the Christian communities living in the Holy Land have provided hospitality to pilgrims and importantly, upkept and maintained the holy sites. Without the Christian community, the holy sites would not remain open, and without pilgrims, the Christian communities would struggle to maintain their presence. So, our patronage is very important.

Part of the rebuilding of the country will be the resumption of the much-needed tourism industry, and Harvest hopes to be a part of that. We recognise our dual responsibility to ensure the utmost safety and well-being of our pilgrims and to contribute to the flourishing of the Christian communities and ongoing legacy of the sacred sites of the Holy Land.

Those wishing to be among the first to resume travel and support the Holy Land, please express your interest here. Pilgrimages to other destinations such as Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Turkey, Eastern Europe and more, are available and will proceed, so please feel free to enquire with us about future departures. Our 2024/25 catalogue is available and can be viewed here.

The Holy Land is our most popular destination, and it is particularly disappointing for those who have their hearts set on walking in the footsteps of Jesus at this time. Please join us in praying for a speedy resolution to this tragic conflict and for all people both in Israel and in the Palestinian Territories. We especially pray for peace in these troubled and sacred lands.

Thank you for your prayers.

In the peace of Christ

Selina Hasham
Chief Executive Officer
Harvest Journeys