Acts 1:8 Jerusalem
Acts 1:8 Jerusalem is an approximately 10-week Christian study and discipleship tour operated by Jerusalem Light.
Students study Scripture in the classroom, walk through the land of the Bible, and live in daily Christian community. The experience goes beyond sightseeing. Students study Scripture while visiting the places where much of it happened.
Eligible students may receive college credit through Calvary Chapel University (CCU), subject to CCU’s requirements and approval. Applications are handled directly by our Jerusalem team.
What Students Do
- Study Scripture through daily classes and classroom instruction
- Travel throughout Israel on faculty-led, in-depth biblical-site study tours
- Live together in shared program housing in Jerusalem’s Old City
- Grow through discipleship, prayer, worship, and Christian community
- Experience biblical holidays and seasonal rhythms when the program dates align
Why Approximately Ten Weeks?
The longer schedule is intentional. It allows students to connect classroom teaching with the land, return to important locations, study biblical and historical sites in depth, and experience the rhythm of life in Jerusalem. When applicable, students can also encounter biblical holidays and seasons in their setting. This is a sustained educational experience rather than a brief sightseeing trip.
Program Information — Spring 2027
Program name
Acts 1:8 Jerusalem | CCBC Jerusalem
Published dates
Arrival: Thursday, February 25, 2027
Classes begin: Saturday, February 27, 2027
Program ends: Sunday, May 9, 2027
Required departure: Monday, May 10, 2027
Housing
Students live in shared program housing in the Christian Quarter of Jerusalem’s Old City for the published program dates.
Purpose
A short-term Christian study and discipleship tour centered on Scripture study, classroom instruction, daily community life, biblical-site study tours, and seasonal or holiday experiences when the calendar allows.
Program fee and inclusions
The published Spring 2027 program fee is $3,900, including a $500 deposit. The fee covers:
- Shared student housing for the full program dates
- Classroom instruction and faculty-led teaching
- Local ground transportation for official program activities
- Biblical study tours
- Discipleship and program activities
Flights, airport transportation, food, personal expenses, and required travel medical insurance are not included. See the Program Costs & Support Team page for current details and policies.
Travel medical insurance
Travel medical insurance is required for every student for the full program dates.
Entry authorization / ETA-IL
Students attend as short-term visitors/tourists and must hold the appropriate Israeli entry authorization for their nationality and circumstances, such as ETA-IL for eligible visa-exempt travelers or a visitor/tourist visa when required. Requirements can change, and Israeli authorities make all entry decisions. Students must confirm current requirements through the official Israeli government entry website. Acts 1:8 does not provide immigration advice or guarantee entry.
Departure requirement
Acts 1:8 requires every student to depart Israel immediately when the program ends, on the published departure date. Students should not plan to remain in Israel after the program.
Program contact
Questions about the program, housing, dates, or travel preparation can be sent directly to the Acts 1:8 Jerusalem director through the Contact page.
Who is this for?
This program is designed for young adults who want to step away from the noise of life and seek the Lord more intentionally.
It is for those who want to understand Scripture more deeply and be formed in their faith, not just informed.