Israel and Jordan are preparing for a huge Christian pilgrimage in 2030 to commemorate the 2,000th anniversary of Jesus’s baptism in the Jordan River. Minister Sa’ar said the group would “deepen dialogue with churches and Christian leaders worldwide and prepare for the arrival of millions of Christian pilgrims in 2030.” “BAPTISM OF CHRIST IS AN ETERNAL EVENT THAT SPEAKS TO EVERY BELIEVER”Cardinal Pizzaballa spoke of the enduring significance of Jesus’s baptism for Christians. “The year 2030 will be a unique milestone for the Christian world, and Israel is beginning its preparations now,” Minister Sa’ar said. “Strengthening our relationship with the Christian world and ensuring that the Holy Land remains accessible to the millions of believers who wish to visit are among Israel’s highest priorities.”