Middle East Update (MEU)

Dan Stolebarger records a weekly Middle East Update using Israeli sources. This report is then posted on our YouTube page, along with the PDF Notes.

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Dan Stolebarger

Co-Founder

Dan Stolebarger has been involved in a variety of “ministry” forays since 1970, from pastoring a traditional church, planting a church, serving as an Executive Pastor at a megachurch, and has led a small group ministry consisting of over 500 groups. He served as the head of the Bible Department at a Christian high school in San Diego, as well as serving as the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach.

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Sharon Stolebarger

Co-Founder

Sharon Stolebarger is the co-founder of Holy Ground Explorations, along with her husband, Dan. Sharon has a vast resume of travel organization, having run a group tour department at a travel agency for over 13 years. Little did she know that this would prepare her for her current passion of bringing people to Israel.

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Jane Ben Ari

Lead Tour Guide

Jane Ben Ari is perhaps the most thorough guide in Israel, hands down. She began guiding in 1972 and has guided thousands upon thousands of people in the past 43 years. Jane has been involved with guiding Days of Discovery and participating with them in published documents concerning Israel. She has also worked with the BBC on various projects, including specials regarding the Dead Sea Scrolls.

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  • Dan’s Middle East weekly updates provide a brief summary of key geopolitical developments relevant for Christians who understand that our God is the God of Israel. The insights are sourced from people who provide firsthand and objective observations while avoiding overly sensational headlines that are common in many secular sources.
    Eric