Retreat-Pilgrimages to the Holy Land

Itineraries and ideas for unhurried, guided pilgrimages to the Holy Land, based in Bethlehem and at the Sea of Galilee.

An opportunity to experience spiritual renewal and growth through exploration of the 'fifth gospel' at your own pace.

Follow Christ in the barren lands of the desert, in the city of Jerusalem and in the fields of the Galilee.

Listen to the chants of the Early Church and celebrate the Eucharistic Rite of St John Chrysostom - experience the depth and breadth of the Universal Church that began here.

Enjoy the chance to be in solidarity with the Christians of the Holy Land, joining their parishes for worship and meeting their communities.

Visit and give support by your presence to the work being carried out by Christians to educate, nurse, feed and clothe the people of Bethlehem, irrespective of their religion.

Encounter the beacons of light and hope that exist in the reality of Pope Paul VI's prophetic foundations of Bethlehem University and Tantur Ecumenical Institute.

and so very much more...

click here to see the shape of a typical 14-day itinerary

N.B. 5th Gospel Retreats is not a travel agency nor does it offer package holidays as defined in UK law. 5th Gospel Retreats acts by invitation in an advisory capacity to the parish (or other group) and Della Shenton accompanies each group to the Holy Land. The Retreat-Pilgrimages are Christian missions for peace and are not commercial: the costs are shared by members of the group.