Athletic tourists might like to run where Jesus walked on the ancient - and modern - streets of Israel's capital city, which is hosting its first ever full marathon this spring.

A group of Catholic and Jewish leaders met in Jerusalem last in an effort to clear the air and dispel some of the negative feelings that emerged from the recent Middle East Synod in Rome. Seated together on a diverse panel in Jerusalem.

Feast-goers will be participating in several day tours around the area. However, one  promises to provide  a unique culinary glimpse into modern Israel.