Holy Land Councillor

Awareness and education about the plight of the Christians in the Holy Land.

Holy Land Councillor

In working with the Latin Patriarchate offices, coordinating tasks and as the liaison for the Custodia de Terra Sancta (International Province OFM – Franciscans of the Holy Land)  we are better able to traverse the challenges/jurisdictions of the Christians within the Holy Land in a more complete and fulfilling way that helps our Christian brothers and sisters.

Dame Denise
Marie Scalzo, DGCHS

Holy Land Councillor

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Holy Land Outreach

It is a privilege to serve the church within the Holy Land. The Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre – Western Lieutenancy has provided us with unique opportunities to be a part of the Holy Land Church through some of our programs. Below find some of the opportunities available.

Fiat Programs

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FIAT Programs Faith in Action Today Support This MinistryFIAT is not only supported by the…

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Medical Missions

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Medical Mission to the Holy Land In Association with The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem &…

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Peace Crusade

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The Peace CrusadeA Campaign to Support the Schools of the Latin Patriarchate. Peace & Mercy…

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Seminarian Pilgrimages

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Seminarian Pilgrimages Support This MinistrySponsor a seminarian’s pilgrimage to the Holy Land.Give Support About this…

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Holy Land News

Updates from the Holy Land Councillor, outreach progress reports and situational news.

  • Declaration on the Ceasefire in Gaza

    Declaration on the Ceasefire in Gaza

    The Catholic Ordinaries of the Holy Land welcome the announcement of the ceasefire in Gaza, which aims to end the hostilities in Gaza, return the Israeli hostages and release the Palestinian prisoners. We hope that this ceasefire will mark an important end to the violence that has caused immeasurable suffering. It is a necessary step

  • Reflections from the Holy Land – Another Sad Christmas

    Reflections from the Holy Land – Another Sad Christmas

    As we go through this Advent season, we look with joy to the coming of Our Lord, Our Savior.  The news from the Holy Land continues to be bleak, but in the midst of the sadness, they look for a better tomorrow.  With the leadership of Cardinal Pizzaballa and Sami El Yousef, the support we

  • Reflections from the Holy Land – September 2024

    Reflections from the Holy Land – September 2024

    Please take a moment to read and reflect upon the message below from CEO of the LPJ, Sami El-Yousef, where he outlines all the pivotal spiritual and material good that has been provided to the unfortunate individuals and families caught amidst the conflict. As we approach the one-year mark! “As we approach the one-year mark