Stephen J. Binz is a biblical scholar, award-winning author of many books on the Bible and pilgrimage, and a sought-after speaker, offering keynotes, seminars, and workshops at conferences and churches. He often leads pilgrimages to biblical sites and sacred places throughout the world. Stephen earned graduate degrees at the Pontifical Gregorian University and the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome, with additional studies at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. For information about his publications, speaking topics, pilgrimages, and contact information, go to his website at www.Bridge-B.com.
"A marvelous guide for pilgrims to the Holy Land that combines
history, personal reflection, and prayers and meditations designed
for the holy sites. Stephen Binz's inviting and accessible book
will be a great asset to anyone wanting to explore the land often
known as the Fifth Gospel."
James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage
“In Stephen J. Binz’s latest book, Holy Land Pilgrimage, the
veteran guide to the bible lands and consummate scripture scholar
invites the reader to traverse the land made holy by God’s unique
revelation here. First situating the virtual traveler within the
religious context of pilgrimage for ancient Israel and later
Christianity, the author then offers a historical introduction to
the most significant sites, followed by helpful meditations. All
this is punctuated with the author’s full-color photos, making the
work not only informative but beautiful. It is no small task to
distill two-thousand years of history on the holy sites into a
readable and inspirational format, but Binz has successfully done
just that.”
Laurie Brink, OP, Professor of New Testament Studies, Catholic
Theological Union, Chicago, Illinois
“Traveling as a tourist is different from traveling as a pilgrim.
In Holy Land Pilgrimage, Stephen Binz takes us on a
spiritual journey—a true pilgrimage. While touching on the
important biblical and historical aspects of the Fifth Gospel,
Stephen incorporates the spiritual so well, with intimate
reflections and his beautiful photography. Enter the Land of
Emmanuel. You’ll never be the same!”
Gus Lloyd, author of A Minute in the Church, Host
of Seize the Day radio program
“I have lived in the Holy Land my entire life, steeped in its
history, yet found information in Holy Land
Pilgrimage that enlightened my understanding of places I walk
by daily. I have appreciated the opportunity to get to know Stephen
Binz when he brings groups on pilgrimage, and I greatly admire his
concern about and dedication to the Christians of the Holy Land.
The recognition and support Stephen Binz brings through his work
assures us that we will not be forgotten and will be kept in the
prayers of our brothers and sisters worldwide, whom we look forward
to meeting when they visit the Holy Land.”
Shibly Kando, Holy Land coordinator Select to Give Foundation,
Bethlehem-based Christian cooperative
“This latest work of Stephen Binz is the fruit of thirty years of
exploring the Holy Land as both a pilgrim and a biblical scholar.
With its rich introduction to the notion of Christian pilgrimage,
its numerous photos (expertly taken by the author himself), and,
especially, its evocative and well-informed descriptions of key
regions and places connected with the biblical story, this is
wonderfully accessible resource. It can serve as an excellent
orientation both for those getting ready to visit the Holy Land or
those who can travel there only in their imaginations.”
Donald Senior, CP, President-Emeritus, Professor of New Testament,
Catholic Theological Union, Chicago, Illinois
“First-time travelers to the Holy Land often share their feeling of
being ‘overwhelmed’ by the sheer amount of information they
encounter during a ten-day pilgrimage. Being well prepared before
departure makes a huge difference in the quality of the experience
pilgrims enjoy. Stephen Binz has a unique approach of a biblical
scholar and an experienced group leader who understands how
important it is to prepare the pilgrims with knowledge of the Holy
Land and the biblical sites so they can fully enjoy the richness a
Holy Land journey provides. Every pilgrim should read this book
before traveling to the Holy Land, use it as a reference during the
trip, and as a reminder of all the places visited upon return. For
an armchair traveler, this is one of the most spiritually rewarding
Holy Land guides I have found.”
Edita Krunic, President, Select International Tours
“Stephen Binz’s book comes at a most opportune time. Few are better
qualified than Stephen to lead us through the Holy Land in a way
that brings out both history and spirituality that is applicable to
our modern times today.”
John Michael Talbot, musician, author, and founder of The Brothers
and Sisters of Charity, Little Portion Hermitage
“Stephen Binz has combined solid scholarship with deep devotion.
For those who have never been to the Holy Land, this book will
induce you to go. For those pilgrims on their way, it will serve as
an excellent guide. And for those who have been blessed in their
travels there, this book will keep that memory alive.”
Rev. Michael Patella, OSB, Rector, Saint John’s University School
of Theology and Seminary
“I have led pilgrimages to the Holy Land over sixty times over the
past thirty years. I have found that preparing for the pilgrimage
is key if one is to have a successful experience. Stephen
Binz’s Holy Land Pilgrimage is a wonderful guide both in
preparation for your pilgrimage and a sure help while traveling
where Jesus and the apostles walked.”
Jeff Cavins, Creator of The Great Adventure
“Binz provides a guide for pilgrims that is not only informed by
history and the Bible, but also prayer and meditation from
beginning to end. This is a charming, thoughtful, and useful
resource that will enrich any pilgrimage to the Holy Land and its
sacred places.”
John R. Barker, OFM, Old Testament scholar and biblical
theologian
“This easy-to-read book is a wonderful guide for pilgrims desiring
to encounter God in the sacred sites of the Holy Land. Beautiful
art, maps, and photos prepare us for all we will see. The rich
historical and biblical background help us enter deeply into the
significance of each of the holy places. And the prayers, novenas,
and meditations for each site will help us write your pilgrimage on
our heart. Stephen Binz has offered us a treasure that will help us
draw closer to Jesus as we journey through the land where he
walked."
Edward Sri, author of Walking with Mary: A Biblical Journey
from Nazareth to the Cross
“Holy Land Pilgrimage is a gift to those called to make a
journey where the Bible comes alive. In the Holy Land one walks,
quite literally, in Our Lord’s footsteps. Stephen Binz helps us
connect the dots between the Scriptures and pilgrimage sites. Get
the book and pray about making a pilgrimage to our Lord's homeland.
You will learn the historical facts and see topographical
landscapes, which will make you realize and say ‘Aha! Now I get
it!’”
Milanka Lachman, President of 206 Tours
“This beautiful book will help prepare any aspiring pilgrim and
help them feel closer to the Holy Land. With beautiful images and
interesting history, it's a must read!”
Claire Swinarski, author of Girl, Arise and host
of The Catholic Feminist
“A pilgrimage to the Holy Land is an extraordinary journey of
faith, conversion, and joy, which Stephen J. Binz has laid out in
brilliant detail. I hope this book inspires the faithful to say
‘yes’ to this invitation for the most invaluable gift that you can
ever give yourself: join pilgrims who, for two thousand years,
‘have gone in search of the ‘footprints’ of God in that land,
rightly called ‘holy,’ pursuing them as it were in the stones, the
hills, the waters which provided the setting for the earthly life
of the Son of God.’ (Pope John Paul II, 1999).”
Dr. Peter E. Bahou, President, Peter’s Way Tours
“As a leader of Holy Land pilgrimages myself, I have decided to
make Stephen Binz’s book my new recommendation for that inevitable
question, ‘What should we read to prepare for the Holy Land?’ There
is no book on the market quite like it, combining excellent
historical scholarship, accurate geography, sound theology, and
inspiring devotional material. It is a delight to the mind, the
eye, and the heart!”
Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University,
Steubenville, Ohio
"Binz provides an introduction to the purpose and history of
religious pilgrimages and suggests throughout the book points for
meditation and prayer tied to various biblical sites. This is an
excellent resource for those preparing to visit the Holy Land and
something to savor upon their return."
The Bible Today
“Full of helpful maps and photos, this book offers meditations and
prayers for each holy site. It works not only for those able to
visit the Holy Land in person but for those who can only follow in
Jesus' footsteps in their imaginations.”
Catholic Media Association
"Binz draws on three decades of experience as a biblical pilgrimage
guide to present this guide to the Holy Land, for both the
adventurous traveler, preparing for a physical journey, and the
imaginative traveler, visualizing the places of the Bible from
one's armchair."
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