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Ireland 1-2 Arrivals in Dublin to Shannonbridge to Westport

by Steve Ray on August 5, 2026


It’s always lovely to be back on the Emerald Isle! And green it is. Stepping back into this beautiful country, I’m always amazed at the friendliness, politeness, and kindness of these people. We see families everywhere with young children and people overall dressed modestly and politely. Many of our folks arrived a day or two […]

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Ireland 1-2 Arrivals, Dublin to Shannonbridge to Westborn

by Steve Ray on August 4, 2026


It’s always lovely to be back on the Emerald Isle! And green it is. Stepping back into this beautiful country, I’m always amazed at the friendliness, politeness, and kindness of these people. We see families everywhere with young children and people overall dressed modestly and politely. Many of our folks arrived a day or two […]

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FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE​

by Malachi on June 3, 2026


Join Janet and Steve Ray at sea this fall! FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE OCTOBER 21 – NOVEMBER 3, 2026 Don’t miss the original “seminar at sea” with Janet and Steve Ray! This incredible itinerary was developed by Steve to share the story of the Bible with you. If the Church was born in Israel, […]

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April Trip Postponed due to the Ongoing War

by Steve Ray on March 3, 2026


We received the following from our agent and guide in Israel: Unfortunately, the situation here is not stabilizing. While some headlines may suggest limited timelines, the broader regional indicators point in a different direction. The United States’ request for its citizens to depart from approximately fourteen countries in the Middle East is not incidental — […]

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Israel 10: Safety Comments, Recollections and Good-byes

by Steve Ray on January 6, 2026


Well, this marvelous pilgrimage has come to an end. It went flawlessly, everyone felt secure and safe, the children had a blast, especially sharing it all together, and we’re looking forward to coming back again with another group in April. Enjoy these comments and recollections and goodbyes.

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Israel 9: Optional Day, Museum, Jordan River, Jericho, Dead Sea, Camels

by Steve Ray on January 5, 2026


Everyone considers this “the fun day“. After breakfast, we drive to the Notre Dame Center for Mass. Then it’s down 4250 feet from the top of Jerusalem to the Jordan River which is the lowest place on the face of the earth where John the Baptist was baptizing. We renewed our baptismal vows and prayed […]

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