James, Jesus’s brother, is believed to be buried in this church under the main altar in the sanctuary. James, who was Jewish, is considered by some denominations to be the first Bishop of Jerusalem.

This was not just any church and not just any thanks. This was the Jerusalem First Church, a church Tatis quietly helped build, the church that inspired his amazing comeback.

James Church and its associated NGOs may see themselves as peacemakers. Paradoxically, HLT’s Sami Awad said it best: “The most unhelpful thing you can do is be pro one side; it just adds to ...

He’s a person who likes to build bridges with every human being.” When Hamas attacked Israel in 2023, the cardinal had been in his new role for only a few days, but he had spent 35 years in ...

Director Ra’anan Alexandrowicz instructing Sandra Schonwald, Salim Daw, and Arie Elias on the set of “James’ Journey to Jerusalem.” Photo by Y.R. Morad/courtesy of Zeitgeist Films.