“Dear Gabriel,

We have been back in the United States for almost a month, but our memories of our time in Israel and Palestine continue to grow deeper and more meaningful. The places we saw and the people we met connected us both to the ancient roots of our faith and to the need to make it live in our world.

You were a big part of making that happen. You not only made the tour such a good experience, you and Suha shared your home and your family with us. It was a lovely, memorable evening that connected us to Christian brothers and sisters we too easily and too often forget.

Thank you very much for your hospitality and graciousness.”

With gratitude,

Bill Cahoy
Dean of Saint John’s University
Collegeville, MN