Galilee began in 1998 as an outgrowth of MinistryHouse and Charisma Media, founded with a pioneering vision: to make the world sustainable in every dimension—just as it was intended at creation—one story at a time. From a small shared office, the first publication, Press, emerged as the Netherlands’ first apocalyptic magazine, quickly rising to prominence as a leading Christian voice. From these beginnings, Press Magazine became a trusted source of insight and inspiration, and Galilee developed into the publishing house dedicated to carrying that mission forward. Rooted in integrity and a passion for excellence, Galilee has consistently expanded its reach, becoming a respected and reliable voice for transformative, faith-driven content. At Galilee, we believe in the power of stories to change lives.
Our mission is to share narratives that inspire, uplift, and touch people on a personal level. Through the written word and creative expression, we seek to build a more humane world—one that honors creation and offers hope to this generation and the next. Galilee Media stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation, where timeless storytelling meets modern creative expression. Rooted in excellence and craftsmanship, we push boundaries with bold ideas, emerging technologies, and visionary thinking, delivering fresh perspectives that shape the future of media and design.
What began as a pioneering publishing house has now evolved into a full-service creative agency. Today, Galilee integrates publishing, design, digital innovation, and technical solutions into a single platform. Clients trust us for expertise in communications, campaigning, and community building. Proud of our heritage yet driven by vision, we continue to amplify diverse voices and produce groundbreaking books and productions. With a steadfast commitment to quality and integrity, Galilee remains a trusted source of transformative, faith-driven content—while shaping the future of storytelling with creativity, excellence, and impact.
Our independence has made us free to make long-term decisions, take risks, and make investments that advance our mission and our academic goals for decades to come.
— John Olsen, Galilee CEO
Our Story
1969
The Founders
John & Shakila Olsen are driven by a deep passion to help people discover and live their true purpose. They believe in unlocking potential and empowering those called to make a difference in the world.
Galilee is rooted in Kingdom values, expressed through every word and action. Their journey is one of empowerment and transformation, inviting others to help create a brighter future.
1998
The Call
In 1998, John and Shakila Olsen answered a heavenly call to launch Press Magazine—an independent platform with a divine mission. Its purpose: defend freedom of speech, expose truth, and interpret the signs of the times (Matt. 16:3).
Amid the noise of mass media, Press stood apart with clarity, integrity, and excellence in reporting, analysis, and photojournalism.
2004
The 2004 editorial team
Galilee's first operational team, shouldering responsibility for all major tasks: editing, fact-checking, coordinating, designing, overseeing the intricacies of the printing press, and much more, scaling up a once small publishing house!
2007
TRANSFORMATION
Galilee evolved into a vibrant business hub, shaped by both our own expansion and the redevelopment of the surrounding area. This synergy elevated storytelling to new heights through marketing, branding, and content creation.
10/20
Making Impact
Evolving into a comprehensive content enterprise, Galilee's growth surged forward without pause. The company broadened its horizons, venturing into brand development, content creation, organising events and conferences, media production, broadcasting, digital media, and much more, diversifying its portfolio and amplifying its influence across a multitude of platforms, marking its ascent in the industry.
2023
Inaugural Live Stage Event
After establishing itself as a full-scale content company, Galilee continued its steady growth by expanding into events and conferences. In 2023, Galilee launched its first live stage production, NextGen—a landmark event designed to engage a generation committed to living the Kingdom Lifestyle, fully aligned with Galilee’s mission and values.
Present
and beyond
Even though many milestones have been achieved, this is still just the beginning. Driven by their unwavering passion, John and Shakila are determined to fulfill their purpose: reaching as many people as possible, encouraging and equipping them to live out their Kingdom purpose in life, and inspiring others to do so to. What lies ahead remains in God's hands, but one thing is certain—it will be extraordinary!
