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WHAT IS THE
Magdala Mosaic

The Magdala Mosaic is the map of biblical Galilee identifying the sites where Jesus lived, walked and preached as well as those sites present in the Old Testament.

The map is inspired by Old World Byzantine and Roman style mosaics such as those found in the first Roman basilicas, like the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta in Aquileia, Italy, as well as the famous Madaba Map of Jordan.

The map is an iconographic piece which aims to show a visual experience of the events and passages which Jesus taught as well as to highlight the land He walked. It is meant to help all visitors, pilgrims, and observers refer to their location and the places they have visited in the Holy Land as well as other Holy Sites. It is also meant to help those individuals who have not yet visited the Holy Land to have a visual narrative of His Land and help them appreciate the Kingdom of God and identify the cosmic reality that is heaven and earth.

Made up of over one million and a half individual unique stones and spanning over 114 square meters (1227 square feet) the mosaic is an artwork of faith, culture and history. Each individual handcrafted piece has its own character just as each human does. When brought together as a unit they create something beautiful, just as individuals can when working in harmony.

We invite you to join us by sponsoring one mosaic tile, a section, town, river, or biblical scene to help us bring this great artwork to life as well as to create the
MAGDALA MOSAIC FAMILY, a family formed of individuals working in unity to create something beautiful for the Kingdom of God.

Sponsor your mosaic and leave your mark in the Holy Land!

The Magdala Mosaic Family

The Magdala Mosaic Family is the collective group of unique individuals who join in supporting Magdala and its mission, vision, purpose as well as upholding its values through the Magdala Mosaic Campaign.

More Information

Check out our upcoming catalogue of mosaic tiles and sections here

THE MAGDALA
Mosaic Family

The Magdala Mosaic Family

The Magdala Mosaic Family is the group of unique people who join in supporting Magdala and its mission, vision, purpose as well as upholding its values through the Magdala Mosaic Campaign.

Like every family The Magdala Mosaic Family members offer their diverse strengths as:

INTERCESSORS
AMBASSADORS
PARTNERS
VOLUNTEERS
BENEFACTORS

Interesting Facts

The Magdala Mosaic Spans 114m2
The Mosaic is made up of over one million and a half pieces
The Mosaic was designed by Chilean-German Artist Maria Jesus Ortiz de Fernandez
Artistic Execution was completed by Italian Mosaic Maestro Clementina Manzo

Intercessors

Surrounded by the landscapes, flowers and plants that inspired Jesus in his teachings, Magdala brings the Gospel to life to all who visit it. It is from this special site, a site related to the healing that Jesus offers, to Mary Magdalene and hence to all Christians, that we want to support all those who are seeking an encounter, renewal and reconciliation with our Lord to find it.

In Magdala we are working on a deep reflection about the dignity of womanhood, the coming of the Kingdom of God, and the magnificence of the Divine Mercy. Walking across the First Century Synagogue, the mikvaot (Jewish ritual baths), and archaeological excavations in Magdala allows us to travel back to our roots, catalyzing unity among different cultures, communities, ethnicities and religions.

Magdala Intercessors are individuals who are aware that this is fundamentally a spiritual project and hence commit to:

Pray for the programs and ministries of Magdala
Connect periodically to the programming and activities live-streamed from Magdala whenever possible

Each registered Magdala Intercessor to the Magdala Family will receive:

A small digital prayer reflection booklet for personal use
Magdala´s monthly newsletter, including the latest news and updates
One mosaic tesserae in the Intercessor area of the Magdala Mosaic
Personal recognition in the digital honor wall within Magdala´s future visitor center

Interesting Facts

The Magdala Mosaic Spans 114m2
The Mosaic is made up of over one million and a half pieces
The Mosaic was designed by Chilean-German Artist Maria Jesus Ortiz de Fernandez
Artistic Execution was completed by Italian Mosaic Maestro Clementina Manzo

Ambassadors

Magdala Ambassadors are individuals who are aware that this is fundamentally a spiritual project and hence commit to:

Promote Magdala´s mission and projects in their hometown through activities that each can organize with his/her means and their creativity
Organize or join in events and initiatives that promote the vision, mission and purpose of Magdala and that can help benefit the project. Examples could be organizing a pilgrimage with your church to the Holy Land or a dinner with friends to showcase some of Magdala´s initiatives.

Each registered Ambassador in the Magdala Family will receive:

Magdala´s monthly newsletter, including the latest news and updates as well as the activities of Magdala Inspiration*
One mosaic tesserae in the Ambassador area of the Magdala Mosaic
Personal recognition in the digital honor wall within Magdala´s future visitor center

*Magdala Inspiration

Magdala Inspiration is all that Magdala inspires including activities, events, and programs, of a daily, weekly, monthly, annual nature for anyone who visits Magdala or who may join internationally.

BECOME A MAGDALA AMBASSADORS HERE

Interesting Facts

The Magdala Mosaic Spans 114m2
The Mosaic is made up of over one million and a half pieces
The Mosaic was designed by Chilean-German Artist Maria Jesus Ortiz de Fernandez
Artistic Execution was completed by Italian Mosaic Maestro Clementina Manzo

Benefactors

Magdala Benefactors are generous faithful supporters who sharing Magdala´s core vision, mission, values and purpose select to support a specific area of Magdala.

Benefactors can make a suggested one-time $100 USD donation or make this a recurring monthly donation to sponsor additional tiles per month.

Benefactors are also invited to sponsor whole mosaic compositions within the mosaic map, such as a tree, animal, city, or biblical scene starting from $1000 USD.

Each registered Benefactor in the Magdala Family will receive:

Magdala´s monthly newsletter, including the latest news and updates as well as the activities of Magdala Inspiration*
One mosaic tesserae in the Benefactor area of the Magdala Mosaic
Personal recognition in the digital honor wall within Magdala´s future visitor center
If sponsoring one mosaic tile ($100 USD or more) the benefactor will receive a bracelet with replica mosaic stones commemorating his donation to Magdala
If sponsoring a mosaic section ($1000 USD or more) the donor will receive a replica canvas print of the sponsored section

BECOME A MAGDALA BENEFACTORS HERE

Interesting Facts

The Magdala Mosaic Spans 114m2
The Mosaic is made up of over one million and a half pieces
The Mosaic was designed by Chilean-German Artist Maria Jesus Ortiz de Fernandez
Artistic Execution was completed by Italian Mosaic Maestro Clementina Manzo

Partners

Magdala Partners are a select group of organizations, foundations, institutions, companies, church communities, or groups sharing Magdala´s core mission, vision, purpose and values. Partners cooperate with Magdala to promote each others work and programs as well as reciprocally support each other in fields that can help benefit either party. Partners show their commitment through selecting to sponsor either an individual mosaic tile or section for a suggested monthly donation.

Each registered Partner in the Magdala Family will receive:

Magdala´s monthly newsletter, including the latest news and updates as well as the activities of Magdala Inspiration*
A mosaic section in the Partner area of the Magdala Mosaic
Recognition in the digital honor wall within Magdala´s future visitor center

BECOME A MAGDALA PARTNER HERE

Interesting Facts

The Magdala Mosaic Spans 114m2
The Mosaic is made up of over one million and a half pieces
The Mosaic was designed by Chilean-German Artist Maria Jesus Ortiz de Fernandez
Artistic Execution was completed by Italian Mosaic Maestro Clementina Manzo

Volunteers

Magdala Volunteers are adventurous selfless individuals who through their commitment and service can help Magdala in one of its many ministries and programs. Individuals 18 years and above are invited to come and form part of the Magdala volunteer program and serve in the spirit of Mary Magdalene, the apostle to the apostles, and those women and men who accompanied Jesus during his ministry.

Each registered Magdala Volunteer to the Magdala Family will receive:

A small digital prayer reflection booklet for personal use
Magdala´s monthly newsletter, including the latest news and updates
One mosaic tesserae in the volunteer area of the Magdala Mosaic
Personal recognition in the digital honor wall within Magdala´s future visitor center

Receive more information on how to become a Magdala Volunteer here

Interesting Facts

The Magdala Mosaic Spans 114m2
The Mosaic is made up of over one million and a half pieces
The Mosaic was designed by Chilean-German Artist Maria Jesus Ortiz de Fernandez
Artistic Execution was completed by Italian Mosaic Maestro Clementina Manzo

JOIN THE MAGDALA FAMILY
How to Get Involved

Support Magdala and its mission, vision, and values through the Magdala Family! Anyone can join and participate in different ways. The future of Magdala is really exciting but we need your help to make it a reality!