Dar al Majus

Our orange tree

As the new year starts, we thanks all the donors for their prayers, concern and gifts to the poor, needy and suffering here in the Holy Land. Be assured that every month a Mass is celebrated for you here in the Holy Sepulchre. 

As tourism has grounded to an almost halt, our churches are tranquil and peaceful, with our flowers and famous orange tree not vandalized for the 3rd year running ... the first 2 years of Covid lockdown and this year the war. The tree has grown robust and produced huge bitter oranges good for making marmalade. All our little Spring flowers are not only blossoming without being plucked and trampled, but new seedlings have also sprouted everywhere especially the gazanias.

But the serenity we experience is offset by the closure of shops and hotels that depend on tourism. Many families are suffering financially and psychologically as they stay at home with no work to do.  Our italian fundraising association has organised an online shop to sell the products of our Christian artisans in Bethlehem. If you wish to help them earn a little livelihood and keep their dignity, please visit https://damfairtrade.com/shop/  The association is called Dar al Majus of House of the Magi, founded by our Franciscan "Pro Terra Sancta" non-govt organization to help the under privileged.