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What we're all about

11,000+

successful trips to Israel
2 students with an arm around each other
2 students smiling and standing in a green meadow with lush trees

1,000+

memorable experiences in Washington DC
Students on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC
Students in Washington DC with the Washington Monument in the background

700+

leaders trained
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Mission

To offer Christian students a life-changing experience that:
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Strengthens their identity in Christ through understanding the Jewish roots of the Bible
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Introduces them to the complex realities of modern Israel and the Middle East with the goal of fostering empathy and understanding
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Offers opportunities for advocacy, leadership development, and skill enhancement to increase their impact

Vision

When the next generation of Christians is exposed to modern Israel and educated on the roots of their faith, they can shape the future of Christian leadership in their communities and foster positive Christian engagement with Israel.

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Statement of Belief

Faith—Discover Your Roots

We are Christians who travel to Israel because we believe that a trip to Israel is a rite of passage for every Christian.

We learn about the biblical story in Israel because we believe that exploring where it happened enables us to discover our role in that story.

We seek to understand the Hebraic roots of our Christian identity because we believe that the path to understanding and living the Gospel goes through the Hebrew Bible.

Read our full Statement of Faith

Israel—Encounter Israel

We support the Jewish people and the State of Israel because we believe that Jews and Christians have a unique shared story.

We support the Jewish people and the State of Israel because we believe they have a right to human flourishing and peace in their historical homeland.

We fight against antisemitism because we believe that this ancient hatred continues to threaten the Jewish people and our shared values.

We care for all people because we believe every individual is made in the image of God, is loved by God, and deserves the right to human flourishing and peace.

Leadership—Tell Your Story

We develop principled Christian leaders who address complex issues in society, because we believe that the truth requires us to hold tension rather than escape it.

We develop Christian leaders who advocate for Israel and the Jewish people because we believe that our common faith roots give us a unique role as friends and allies.

We expect Passages alumni to rise to the challenges of leadership in their day because we believe that wholehearted and mindful Christian leaders can make the world a better place.

Leading the Way

The future of Passages is in great hands.
Zach brings over 14 years of distinguished experience in public service, government affairs, and strategic leadership, uniquely positioning him to lead Passages into the next chapter of growth and impact.

Zach Bauer

Chief Executive Officer

With seven years' experience leading at Passages, Malcolm brings strategic direction to the team with the goal of advancing our mission.

Malcolm Fitschen

Chief Operating Officer

Ashley excels in developing and managing strategic recruitment plans for Passages while fostering strong relationships with partners and students.

Ashley Plaeger

Senior VP of Partnerships and Communications

Sebastián leads Israel advocacy initiatives and manages Directors from the Alumni Division. He cultivates relationships with national leaders of pro-Israel and Jewish organizations.

Sebastián Parra

Vice President of Advocacy & Strategy

Brendan spearheads fundraising efforts and community outreach to drive organizational growth. With a deep commitment to advancing the mission, he cultivates donor relationships and secures essential resources.

Brendan Gramley

Senior Vice President of Development

Talia Spear

Managing Director of Passages International

Breylyn develops partnerships with individuals and organizations to provide them with specialized Israel experiences.

Breylyn Henry

Vice President of Partner Engagement

Josiah leads educational initiatives, fostering a culture of learning. He designs educational strategies, core curricula, and manages visiting scholars and educational partnerships.

Josiah McGee

Resident Scholar

Breton oversees all aspects of travel logistics and planning, ensuring seamless and efficient travel experiences. With a dedication to operational excellence, he optimizes travel processes and enhances traveler satisfaction.

Breton Oesch

Senior Director of Travel Operations

Nancy oversees all financial operations, ensuring fiscal health and strategic growth. She champions sustainable financial practices to support the organization's mission.

Nancy Sparks

Director of Finance

Our team culture

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Be resourceful and take initiative
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Trust each other
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Approach work with resilience
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Adapt to have an impact
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Strengthen Christian identity

Join Our Team

We’re looking for hungry, humble and smart people to help us reach the next generation of Christian leaders.
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Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Currently, there are no available job openings, but we appreciate your visit and encourage you to check back soon for future opportunities.