From the Holy Land
Sunrise Eucharist in the desert
To the good people of Trinity in Princeton,
I always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in my prayers, constantly remembering before our God and Father our work of faith and labor of steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Our Trinity pilgrims arrived safe and sound in the Holy Land! Our days have been filled with sights and sounds, people and landscapes that have truly been a blessing from God. We have joined with thousands and thousands of other pilgrims who have come from every corner of God’s creation to this beloved and sacred land. We, and they, come seeking insight, healing, courage, and guidance. Together, we come to experience, as we say each Sunday, “an encounter with the Holy One, the Risen One – the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Yesterday, we traveled to the desert for a sunrise eucharist. We then continued on to Jericho, the Mount of Temptation, and finally to Nazareth to visit the Basilica of the Annunciation.
Mount of Temptation
The Basilica of the Annunciation, Exterior
The Basilica of the Annunciation, Interior
On Thursday morning, we departed at 7am make our way to the River Jordan to renew our Baptismal Vows and then off to Capernaum, Peter’s house, the Mount of Beatitudes, and a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.
Renewal of Baptismal Vows at the River Jordan
Capernaum and St. Peter’s House
The Mount of Beatitudes
Holy Eucharist on the shore of the Sea of Galilee
A boat ride of the Sea of Galilee
Each day has been an opportunity for blessing. Each moment offers the possibility of something sacred, transformative, and life-giving.
As we continue on our journey, I bid your prayers. May our travels be safe, our relationships enriched, and our faith renewed.
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
Peace & blessings to all!
The Rev. Paul Jeanes III, Rector