A Holy Land Reborn: Jordan Prepares a Timeless Welcome for 2030 Jubilee
In a profound act of historical and spiritual stewardship, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is embarking on a landmark $100 million project to reconstruct a first-century Palestinian village at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bethany Beyond the Jordan. This ambitious endeavor is the centerpiece of preparations for a global Christian celebration in 2030, marking the 2,000th anniversary of Jesus Christ’s baptism. The site, revered as the location where John the Baptist baptized Jesus, will be transformed to offer pilgrims an immersive journey back in time, deepening the connection to one of Christianity’s most sacred events.
Under the leadership of King Abdullah II, Jordan is collaborating with global Christian leaders and the World Evangelical Alliance to coordinate this milestone commemoration. The project and the planned jubilee are a powerful invitation to Christians worldwide, emphasizing Jordan’s enduring role as a guardian of shared holy heritage. By restoring the ancient landscape along the Jordan River, the kingdom is not only preserving history but also creating a living bridge to the past, poised to welcome a generation of pilgrims to walk in the footsteps of the Gospels for a celebration two millennia in the making.
