10 weeks in Jerusalem to build a biblical foundation before whatever comes next.
You are looking for direction
not another program
For community.
For biblical confidence.
To get out of your comfort zone.
You feel called but don’t know where to start.
That’s why Acts 1:8 Jerusalem exists.
Acts 1:8 Jerusalem is a Christian gap semester in Jerusalem designed for young adults who want to understand the Bible, grow in faith, and discover what comes next.
Reviews from Spring 26
Matthew Whitmore Sp 26
“Going through Jesus’ life in the places it happened changes everything.”“The most special part of this experience is the people.”
“You leave with family for life.”
Lily Thetford Sp 26
“This trip in Jerusalem was simply the best experience of my life.” “You are constantly challenged and encouraged to bring everything to the Lord.”
“Now when I read David and Goliath, I can picture it.”
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Not Just Another Program
Imagine waking up in Jerusalem and hiking to the Mount of Olives to watch the sunrise.
Then opening your Bible and reading the words Jesus spoke from the very place you’re standing.
Ten weeks like that have a way of changing the way you read Scripture forever.
What is Acts 1:8 Jerusalem?
Acts 1:8 Jerusalem is a 10-week Christian discipleship program and gap semester in Jerusalem designed for young adults ages 18–30.
It combines Bible teaching, daily discipleship, and life in the Old City, touring the biblical sites to help students grow in faith, understand Scripture more clearly, and prepare for what comes next.
Rather than continuing into college immediately, students take a focused season to build a strong foundation before moving forward into ministry, missions, or their next step.
Acts 1:8 Jerusalem functions as both a Christian discipleship program and a gap semester for young adults who want to step away from traditional college for a season and focus on spiritual growth, biblical understanding, and direction.
It is designed for those who are serious about their faith and want a clear, intentional starting point before moving forward into their next stage of life.
“You will be my witnesses… in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8
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daily life
You won’t just visit Jerusalem.
You’ll live here, settle in, and begin to see it as your own.
the land
You begin to recognize what you’ve only read before.
What once felt distant becomes something you can walk through.
community
You’ll be surrounded by people who are pursuing the same thing with intention.
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Join Us
Step out of comfort
and into calling
The next semester begins
September 10th to November 22, 2026
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Fall 26