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On 18 January 2011 a step was made that has many Americans and Israelis concerned. For the first time, the PLO hoisted its flag above its Washington mission, saying the symbolic step shows progress in the US-Palestinian relationship. “It’s about time that this flag that symbolizes the struggle of the Palestinian people for self-determination and statehood be raised in the United States,” PLO Chief of Mission Maen Areikat said. “I think it indicates the willingness of the American administration to deal with the realities on the ground.” The timing of the raising of the flag was telling. The flag was raised after a short ceremony, and took place after Russia reaffirmed its recognition of a PA state in Judea, Samaria, and Jerusalem.

There are several projects that I am currently working on that I am excited about and hope to have out soon. Among the ideas and projects that I am hoping to have out within this year are: podcasts which will be discussing the Land of Israel, and a study course which can be done via a webinar or thru DVD’s on the geography, topography, and the various sites in Israel. There are many people that would love to come on the tours to the Land of Israel but because of physical, economic and other issues are not able to do so. This project is to bring the tour to the classroom, Bible study group, or home group. It will be divided into regions, sites in that region and will have the history, biblical references where possible, and impact that the area has in understanding the scriptures.

I have a tour planned for the fall of this year that I would like to invite you to join us. I will be the guide for the tour which I enjoy because it gives me more freedom to go and do things that we would like to do on the tour. I have changed tour companies and will be using Alpha Christian Tours, Inc. based out of Raleigh, NC. It is the company that my driver Mike works with which means that I have a greater chance at making sure that he is our driver. The tour is a 14 Day Study Tour Oct 26 - Nov 8, 2011and includes sites designed for both the new comer and for those returning to the land. Basic Itinerary: Day 1 and 2 Depart USA to Tel Aviv Leave the USA for Tel Aviv, Israel. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for dinner and overnight.