The Negev Desert has revealed traces of an ancient Christian community…

While clearing land as part of Israel’s project to reclaim the desert as suitable residential ground, a buried ‘world’ was unveiled. This historical gem has revealed buildings and artifacts from an ancient Christian community who lived in the Holy Land over 1500 years ago! This location is where some of the first Christian gathered to worship God. At Givot Bar in the Negev stands an old Farmhouse and Byzantine Church building - from as early as the 6th Century. Historical artifacts like an ancient wine press and water cistern also point to a lifestyle of centuries gone by.

"This was the most significant dig that I have been involved with in my work as an archaeologist!" says Mr. Paran (Archaeologist for The Israeli Antiquities Authority).

Much work is yet to be done to reveal more clues as to how this social group lived, as many parts are still to be excavated.

What YOU can do
As a GOD TV viewer, you are invited to be part of uncovering and maintaining this site, by donating towards this historic excavation.

GOD TV has committed to sponsoring this significant project. And, on 24 October, GOD TV Israel Tour Pilgrims planted 25 Olive trees (one tree for each of the 25 nations present on the Tour) as a symbol of the rebirth of this region.

This site is set to become a prime location for Christian pilgrims to visit, plus it is positioned very near to the GOD TV Forest!

You too can play a part in revealing more of the Biblical History this area is full of, by donating today.