For Leaders

Stand and See

Cultivating Religious Pluralism in America Through Pilgrimages to the Holy Land

A Holy Land journey that touches the heart, opens the mind, and builds a generation of servant leaders who know that life—and faith—are almost always more complex than we know.

A Fellowship for Christian Leaders

The Stand and See Fellowship engages emerging and practicing Christian clergy in a spiritual journey that deepens their love and understanding of Israel and the region. More than a political tour, it is an immersion in history, theology, and the lived reality of pluralism. Participants deepen their appreciation for Israel’s sacred landscapes, explore the bonds between Christians and Jews, and engage with the future of the Palestinian people.

Through this experience, leaders learn to lead with passion, navigate complexity with compassion, embrace nuance, and serve with integrity, regardless of the issues or positions for which they advocate.

Why Clal?

We stand at a pivotal moment in the historic relationship between American Christians and Israel. Attitudes are shifting, and the response must be spiritual, not just political. Guided by Clal’s expertise in religious pluralism and Jewish wisdom, Stand and See offers a path of theological discovery that builds religious pluralistic leadership.

In a time of increasing polarization, we co-lead journeys that engage emerging leaders to embrace nuance, honor genuine difference, and celebrate a Christian faith that inspires courage, openness, and compassionate leadership.

Our Team

To learn more about Stand and See’s leadership team, including Rabbi Brad Hirschfield, Rev. Dr. Brian Maguire, Rev. Jill Harman, and Rev. Dr. Herbie Miller, please visit the Our Team page on StandandSee.org.

Our Partners

The Stand and See Fellowship is a program of Clal – The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership, developed in collaboration with leading Christian thinkers and organizations.

The Impact

Impact on Participants

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feel more appreciation for the complexity and nuance necessary to understand difference and even to address conflict.

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believe that Stand and See was successful in fostering appreciation for the complex history and current realities of the Holy Land.

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have deepened their appreciation of clergy with different viewpoints and different denominations.

Testimonials

From Participants

“I am a different person and a better Christian for having this experience, and I know that it will make me a better and more successful pastor as I take up the next stage of my calling.”

“I wanted to be overwhelmed by standing where Jesus stood and seeing the places that he saw. I was, and also discovered new insight and awareness about myself and my faith. I also fell in love with an amazing land, and a modern country, which is both holy and fun – if not always easy to fully understand.”

“God reached through a Jewish Rabbi from New York, sitting in the spare room of a tourist hotel in Jerusalem and put warm, loving, and forgiving arms around me. I received the forgiveness of Christ and assurance of salvation in the arms of the other.”

"In November, I made my first trip to Israel. What a wonderful experience to tour the biblical lands with first-rate leaders who included both Jewish and Christian members. This interaction with our Jewish friends helped give insight into both the historical and modern challenges and opportunities in Israel. New York Rabbi Brad Hirschfield of The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership was invaluable in providing us with insight into Jewish understanding, perspective, and identity."

To Apply

Visit the Stand and See website for more information or to apply for the next trip.

To learn more about Stand and See, contact Rabbi Brad Hirschfield, President, bhirschfield@clal.org