Thursday, May 16
~ by Cora Shircel

Today our group traveled to Biram to see the destroyed village.

Unfortunately, we had issues with the bus causing a three hour delay before getting to the village. However, during our down time waiting for the bus to be repaired, the group was able to communicate and get to know one another sharing stories and also meeting our guest for the day, Bader, a graduate of Mar Elias High School in Ibillin. It was amazing to be able to hear his perspective on Biram and how these current events have affected his life. After learning the story of the villages, visiting Biram first hand made the destruction and violence a surreal reality.

We then took the bus to the holy sites which ended up short stops due to bus issues, but featured beautiful views of the Sea of Galilee, and a look into the church. I think a great end to the day was relaxing on a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee to reminisce on the first century fishing boats. Such beautiful weather and a spectacular view to close the evening.