James Journeys to Israel

On Tuesday, March 30th we got an unexpected call from James Joseph (the Jesus Guy): he is in Israel for Holy Week! A friend of his who works for Delta Airlines invited him to go for free, and while he is wearing "ordinary" clothes at the airport and major checkpoints, James says his normal robe attire is creating quite a shock.
On Monday he arrived in Tel Aviv, Israel and he is currently in Ramallah, a city that serves as the capital of the Palestinian National Authority. He tells us that this is where many Christians live, and it is extremely fascinating for him to interact with the Palestinians.
We all look forward to hearing more about TJG's adventure overseas!

Seize the Day with Gus LLoyd interviews TJG

On Wednesday, March 17th The Jesus Guy was interviewed on a radio show on the Catholic Channel (featured on Sirius and XM radio). A show called "Seize the Day" with Gus Lloyd had the Jesus Guy as a guest in what he described as "one of the most compelling interviews I have had in my nearly three decade radio career." Lloyd's blog even featured the Jesus Guy movie trailer.
View Lloyd's blog to learn more about the interview and his show here.
Thank you Maureen C. for informing us about the radio show!

"Have You Seen Him?": Tampa Columnist Tells All

We recently heard that The Jesus Guy, who is currently roaming around the Tampa Bay area, was featured in a St. Petersburg Times article:
"Maybe you've seen him walking down the street and done a double-take: the Jesus Guy, convincingly bearded, Bibled, barefoot and robed."
Read the full article here.

Tampa Sighting

Comment posted 1/11/10 on The Jesus Guy's YouTube Trailer page:

"I talked to this guy on Saturday. Currently he is in Tampa, Florida. He is not a bum or crazy in the head, he doesn't call himself "Jesus". He calls himself James and he is actually like a priest in the words that he says to people. He is a nice person and has no anger in him at all. His clothes are pure white, his teeth are clean, and he looks like he takes a shower every day, which ultimately means that he is not a bum. His clothes are to symbolize that he is a preacher and a follower of God. What I am trying to say is to not discriminate against him."

-soulcapta678

Thank you "Soulcapta678"

Walking With WYN

"I recently met James "the jesus guy" in Vero Beach Florida, and i got some fantastic photos of him.

So today i was killing a hour before i had to pick my father up from a meeting and i saw a man who looked like Jesus walking down a major road bare foot, so having my camera on me i instantly turned around and snapped some shots of him while he was walking. I then decided to get out of the car and talk to him, i talked to him for almost a hour and even walked about a mile with him as he was heading to Tampa.

He never once pressed Religion on me, he asked about my beliefs but never went further than that, i then brought it up later on. He was the most warmhearted man i have ever met in my life and if anyone ever sees him, i really think you should take the time to talk to him.

I am not a very religious person and its a rather hot topic with me, but after speaking with him i feel my spiritual beliefs have become more open.



-Cameron"

Thanks Cameron for sharing your story and your photos!

Veteran's Day in Fort Pierce

I live and work in Fort Pierce, Florida. I work at St. Anastasia Church and James was at Mass this morning and talked to the children (we have a school) about trusting God. It was a special Veteran's Day Mass so the church was packed. I talked to him for awhile. He is so cool. A couple of teachers were concerned for the children, so they called the cops. After questioning him for a while, they finally left. His feet are amazingly good after walking all over the world barefoot. He has a TOTAL trust in God. We all asked him to pray for us. And we in turn will pray for him. Thanks. I can't wait to get the documentary about him.

God bless, Darlene

Thanks Darlene for contacting us and sharing your story. It's great to hear where "What's Your Name?" is, what he is up to and how he touches people.

WYN in Rome!

"What's Your Name?" was scheduled to arrive back from his trip in Italy on Friday, October 30th. On his trip, WYN and Father Anton, visited the tomb of St. Francis of Assisi during the festival devoted to the saint. The two also met with an undisclosed Cardinal in the Vatican. Sounds like "What's Your Name?" had an excellent trip overseas! Let us know if anyone has any other updates!