Gemma Collins shared the joy of visiting the biblical birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem.
former Essex is the only way The star is currently on the West Bank with fiancée Rami Hawash on what she calls a “spiritual journey.”
On Sunday (January 1), Collins gave her followers some insight into a particularly meaningful part of her trip – the Church of the Nativity, which Christian tradition refers to as the birthplace of Jesus. is a visit to
“I am in a church in Bethlehem, tears are streaming down my face,” she says to the camera.
“This is the most breathtaking and surreal experience of my life. I hope you can experience it.”
A later entry on her Instagram story showed her visibly emotional, with a hand over her mouth, with the caption reading, “I’m overwhelmed with emotions.” It is written.
Elsewhere, she posted a photo of herself touching a silver plaque that represents the place where Jesus was born.
“Bethlehem, I can’t believe I was so incredibly lucky to be at the place where baby Jesus was born and to touch the place,” Collins captioned the photo. I am looking forward to my spiritual journey in 2023.
Gemma Collins ‘overcame emotion’ in Bethlehem
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“This feeling was unlike anything I’ve ever felt before. Words cannot describe what I felt in that moment. I was completely overwhelmed.”
Additional photos show her and Hawash posing at the small doorway to the church. need to do it.
In response to Collins’ post, her followers are encouraging her discovery. Her comments section includes Jedward, who jokingly wrote:
Gemma Collins at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem
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Collins has previously spoken out about her interest in religion and spirituality. In 2020, she claimed that she believes her life purpose is to be “a prophet of sorts.”
On the BBC Sounds podcast she said: I have endured pain and suffering in my life. Things weren’t always easy. I have suffered. And now I can help people live. ”