Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer archaeology 2022

The Magdala Stone

Scholars are still studying and thinking about the meaning of the Magdala Stone. As I searched for explanations, I turned to the Biblical Archaeology Society's article written in 2021, as well as a few other sources,

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer archaeology 2022

Magdala

As we walked through the chapel, we admired the frescoes of scenes from scripture, read the names of women disciples on the marble pillars, and stopped in the sanctuary to gaze at the replica of the Galilee Boat, thinking about Jesus and His ministry.

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Gospel of John

Gospel of John: A Race Against Sunset

The fellowship of finding another like-minded believer seemed to give both Joseph and Nicodemus the courage and resources they needed to do for Jesus what they could not find a way to do alone, or separately.

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Bible Study: Broken, Searching, Trusted, Powerful, Easter

Mary of Magdala

In this twenty minute talk, we’ll first follow Mary through the years she was a student and supporter of Jesus, then we will spend most of our time in the Garden with Mary at Christ’s empty tomb, and end with a deeper understanding of ourselves as members of the Body of Christ.

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Archaeology

Mary of Magdala

Refusing to abandon Jesus in His darkest hour, all four Gospel accounts describe Mary of Magdala’s faithfulness and courage, remaining with Jesus, at the foot of His cross, until His death. She had accompanied Jesus and those who had come to know and love Him, on His way to Jerusalem for the last time, to celebrate the Feast of Passover.

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Archaeology

Magdala

Part of our excursion last Saturday was to visit the once bustling and wealthy city of Magdala, where Mary of Magdala came from. It’s a beautiful settlement, made all of black basalt, which is plentiful in the Galilee from ancient volcanic activity.

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Archaeology

May This Never End…

As I listened to Rebekah's hauntingly beautiful voice, sitting in Zippori's open-air amphitheater, I closed my eyes, felt the heat of Israel's sun, and the soft current of Israel's breeze on my skin.