Journeying with Christ Through the Holy Land
Step into a Gospel-based Holy Land video journey, where Jesus taught, healed, suffered, died, and rose again all out of love for you and for me. His life is the eternal testimony of God’s love, and through Him, we live.
Faithful Footsteps was created to make this encounter accessible through an Online Catholic faith pilgrimage experience. With our extraordinary videography, we bring the sacred places of Christ’s life to you—sharing their beauty, history, and profound meaning. This virtual walk in the footsteps of Jesus enables pilgrims everywhere to experience the blessings of the Holy Land and deepen their faith, regardless of their location in the world.
A Sacred Land in Turmoil
The Holy Land, spanning Israel and the West Bank, has been revered for centuries by Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. Yet those who live there face daily hardship and uncertainty.
On October 7, 2023, war once again devastated the region, claiming over 47,000 lives and leaving thousands displaced. In this time of suffering, we invite you to join us in prayer—for peace, for healing, and for all who endure this struggle.
Strengthening Palestinian Christian Communities
Many Palestinian Christians, though far from Gaza, still suffer greatly. Their livelihoods rely on pilgrimages and tourism, both of which have come to a standstill.
Through Faithful Footsteps, we not only provide believers worldwide with a meaningful way to connect with the land of Christ, but we also support local Christian communities, preserving their heritage and ensuring their faith endures.
Walk Beside Us on This Sacred Mission
While physical pilgrimages remain uncertain, Faithful Footsteps is committed to making the Holy Land accessible to all. Our small but passionate team captures the essence of the sacred sites, allowing you to pray, reflect, and grow in faith as though you were truly there.
May this journey strengthen your prayer life, deepen your faith, and remind us of the enduring power of hope, prayer, and unity in Christ.
Meet Our Team
Rami Yatim
Expert Guide & Storyteller of the Holy Land
For over 20 years, Rami Yatim has guided pilgrims along the sacred paths of the Holy Land. Born in Beit Sahour, the “Village of the Shepherds,” he grew up surrounded by stories of Christ’s birth and ministry. Guiding thousands of visitors has been both his vocation and his passion.
When the pandemic halted travel, Rami partnered with filmmaker Shiraz Alrishmawi to create what became Faithful Footsteps, an Online Catholic faith pilgrimage experience. Together, they sought to capture the essence of Scripture through a Gospel-based Holy Land video journey, ensuring that those unable to travel could still encounter Christ where He once walked.
Shiraz Alrishmawi
Visionary Filmmaker & Keeper of Sacred Stories
Born in Bethlehem, Shiraz Alrishmawi has dedicated over 20 years to documentary filmmaking, with a focus on capturing the sacred beauty of the Holy Land. His artistry combines breathtaking visuals with reverence for faith, creating videos that are not just informative but profoundly prayerful.
Through his work in Faithful Footsteps, Shiraz transforms an online experience into a living pilgrimage. With his lens, every site becomes part of a Gospel-based Holy Land video journey, from sweeping aerial shots of Galilee’s waters to intimate views of Jerusalem’s stones.
Deacon Richard & Kathy
Faithful Pilgrimage Leaders & Guides of the Gospel
Deacon Richard and Kathy have led numerous pilgrimages through the Holy Land and other holy sites important to Christianity. Whether you follow the Footsteps of St Paul or pray at the beautiful Marian Shrines, the experience and encounter expands your spiritually bringing you ever closer to Jesus Christ.
Faithful Footsteps extends their mission digitally to offer everyone a chance to experience the footsteps of Jesus. Join them on this virtual journey while helping protect Christianity in the Holy Land.
Marie Powers
Storyteller & Keeper of the Pilgrim's Journal
Marie Powers, a retired journalist with over 40 years of experience, brings her love of storytelling to Faithful Footsteps. Alongside her husband, Chuck, she journeyed through the Holy Land, gathering insights that now shape the Pilgrim’s Journal.
Her writing invites believers to move beyond simple observation into reflection, turning every video into part of a Gospel-based Holy Land video journey. By blending faith, history, and personal encounter, Marie’s words help transform the series into a meaningful Online Catholic faith pilgrimage experience.