Mission Statement

We aim to rebuild hope and strengthen the presence of the Christian guardians of the Holy Land.

Vision Statement

Holylands Arts’ ultimate objective is to prevent all Christians from leaving the Holy Land by reaching every Christian household in the United States.

Doctrinal Statement

We believe that:

1. The Bible, as Sacred Scripture, is the inspired Word of God, and together with Sacred Tradition, constitutes the supreme rule of faith under the guidance of the Church’s Magisterium.

2. In the Holy Trinity, three distinct Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—but one in essence and divine nature.

3. God created heaven and earth, and all that is visible and invisible, out of nothing, by His divine power.

4. God created man in His own image and likeness, endowed with intellect, free will, and the capacity for communion with Him.

5. Sin entered the world through the fall of the first man, Adam, resulting in original sin, which affects all humanity and requires redemption.

6. Jesus Christ is true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, consubstantial with Him, and true Man, born of the Virgin Mary, who is the Mother of God.

7. Through Jesus Christ alone is the reconciliation with God possible, through His redemptive sacrifice, mediated by the Church and her sacraments.

8. The one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, founded by Christ, is His Mystical Body, with Christ as its head and the Pope as His vicar on earth, guided by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel and the sacraments.

Board Members

Our Representatives

We have a true passion for our mission

“As a Christian born and raised in Bethlehem, the sacred birthplace of our Lord Jesus Christ, I have been profoundly blessed. However, witnessing the decline of our Christian community throughout my life—from comprising over 80% of the population to less than 2% today—has revealed a sobering reality: without action, the Holy Land risks becoming a mere religious relic, devoid of a vibrant Christian presence.

Forced to leave my homeland due to economic hardship, rising extremism, and inadequate living conditions, I carry a deep sense of patriotism and an unwavering devotion to Christ. These experiences have fueled my determination to effect meaningful change. My journey reflects the struggles of many young people in Bethlehem who face similar challenges, yet it also echoes the resilience of Jesus, who bore the weight of the Cross and persevered. Inspired by His example, I am committed to advocating for my community, the steadfast guardians of the Holy Land, ensuring their stories are told and their presence strengthened.

Through my involvement with Holylands Arts, I aim to provide a sustainable source of income for Bethlehem’s Christian artisans while sharing their artistry and struggles with households across America. By amplifying their voices, I seek to preserve the living Christian heritage of the Holy Land and foster hope for its future.”

Reach out for Ward to hear his Story.

Ward Qumsieh - founder and Organization Rep

Email: Wardq@theholylands.org

Phone: (314) 312-2033

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