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Join the Church of St. Thérèse for
Greece: In the Footsteps
of Paul the Apostle
Featuring a 3-Night Greek
Islands & Turkey Cruise
April 10-20, 2013
The Acts of the Apostles tells
us that, as Stephen the
Deacon was being stoned
outside the walls of
Jerusalem, “the witnesses
were piling their cloaks at the
feet of a young man named
Saul” (Acts 8:58).
Saul, a virulent persecutor
of the early Church in
Jerusalem, would, of
course, later experience a
dramatic conversion on
the road to Damascus
(chapter 9), be baptized,
and become Paul, the
great “Apostle to the
Gentiles,” and prolific
writer of New Testament
letters.
On April 10-20, 2013, we
will go on pilgrimage to
trace his journey through
the ancient cities and
pastoral countryside of
Greece and Turkey. Come
join us!
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Overnight flight from
Norfolk, Virginia, to
Athens.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Our tour begins in
Greece’s lively capital,
Athens. This evening,
we join our fellow
travelers for a
welcome dinner.
On Day 3, we embark on a
wonderful 3-night cruise to
the Greek Islands and
Turkey. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner are served
daily while on board.
Friday, April 12, 2013
Mykonos, the
whitewashed jewel of
the Cyclades Islands,
is our first stop.
This charming, mountainous island is
known for the hundreds of tiny chapels,
whitewashed buildings and beautiful
windmills that dot the island.
Don’t miss Mykonos
Town, where mazes of
narrow streets link the
whitewashed
buildings, and
traditional life
continues amidst the
bustling activity.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
On Day 4, we visit the Turkish
port of Kusadasi for an
included excursion to the
ruins of Ephesus, where Paul
spent three years during his
ministry, and where the
Ephesians were the recipients
of Paul’s famous epistle.
Visit the House
of Mary, where
she is said to
have spent her
last days…
A visit to the ruins includes the Agora,
the great theater, and the stadium
where chariot races and gladiatorial
combats were held…
Visit the ruins of
St. John’s
Basilica, where
“the beloved
disciple” is said
to be buried…
We continue our
cruise to Patmos, the
“Jerusalem of the
Aegean.”
Visit the monastery of St. John and the Cave, where
John the Evangelist, inspired by God, wrote the
Book of Revelation during his exile.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
On day 5, we arrive
early in the morning
on the island of
Santorini, known as
the “Black Pearl of
the Aegean.”
Santorini
Accessible by foot, cable-car or donkey, enjoy a full day
to explore this beautiful island. You may wish to visit
charming Oia Village, or the cliff-top village of Fira for
one of the world’s most breathtaking panoramas.
Oia
Monday, April 15, 2013
On day 6, we
disembark
and travel
north…
Santorini
We make a picture stop in Thermopylae, famous for
its heroic defense by Leonidas and his courageous
Spartans against the Persian Army…
Our day ends in
Thessaloniki, Greece’s
second largest city…
Santorini
Founded in 315 B.C.E.,
Thessaloniki was an early
center for Christianity, where
Paul visited and preached
during the winters of 49-50
C.E., and wrote two epistles
to the ancient
Thessalonians…
Visit the Museum of
Byzantine Culture,
one of the world’s
finest museums
devoted to Byzantine
art and civilization,
with an impressive
collection of many
Byzantine and early
Christian frescoes,
icons, and artifacts.
On Day 7, we travel to the
coastal town of Kavala,
where Paul, accompanied
by Silas, Luke, and
Timothy, first set foot on
European soil. In nearby
Philippi, Paul delivered his
first sermon in Europe,
planting the seeds of
Christianity…
Santorini
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Toward the end of the year 52 C.E., Paul the
Apostle arrived in the ancient city of
Philippi to preach the new faith. Philippi
was a bustling and prosperous Roman
garrison town on an important trade route
between Italy and Persia. Its population’s
religions reflected the diversity of such a
busy settlement. Residents worshipped
Greek, Roman, Phrygian and Egyptian
gods, and there was a small Jewish
population as well.
It was here that Paul met
Lydia, a local woman and
merchant of purple cloth,
who became the first
European Christian. Paul’s
time in Philippi is described
in the Acts of the Apostles,
and his ongoing
relationship with the city’s
residents and growing
Christian population is
revealed in Epistle to the
Philippians. Philippi is
considered to be the most
important archaeological
site of eastern Macedonia.
Join a local
expert for a
guided tour of
this historic
town, featuring
the
archaeological
site, and
monuments
spanning the
Ancient,
Roman, and
Byzantine eras…
See the dungeon
where Paul may
have been held
prisoner…
…and the traditional
site where Paul
baptized Lydia, the
first Christian in
Europe.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
On Day 8, we proceed
through the fertile
Thessalian Valley –
the breadbasket of
Greece – to
spectacular Meteora,
a UNESCO World
Heritage site.
Santorini
These dark,
sandstone pinnacles
rise abruptly from
the plain of Thessaly,
with six historic
monasteries perched
upon their peaks.
Beginning in the 10th
century, hermits,
monks and ascetics
sought solitude and
spiritual solace
among these
dramatic crags.
We visit two amazing Meteora monasteries,
renowned for their intricate construction and
exquisite Byzantine art.
Thursday, April 18, 2013
On Day 9, travel
through the scenic
mountain terrain to
Delphi, one of the
most moving sites of
the ancient world…
Santorini
Once considered the “navel of the world,” Delphi is
nestled on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a
landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty.
Pilgrims once came from all over the ancient world to
consult its mysterious oracle…
A guided tour takes us along the Sacred Way to
see the Doric Temple and the Sanctuary of Apollo…
…and the intriguing Archaeological Museum, with its
staggering collection of ancient artifacts, including the
5th-century bronzed charioteer.
Friday, April 19, 2013
On Day 10, we travel
to Corinth, where Paul
lived and preached for
two years and wrote
two epistles,
Santorini
As Paul arrived at Corinth
in 49 or 50 C.E., he would
have seen lots of rock piles,
ruins of ancient city walls.
Rome had destroyed the old
Corinth in 146 B.C.E. The
city Paul entered was
therefore young-- not even a
century old. In 44 B.C.E. a
decree of Julius Caesar had
re-founded Corinth as a
Roman colony.
While Paul stayed in
Corinth, he met with Jewish
refugees from Rome
(caused by Clauduis’
expulsion of Roman Jews in
50 C.E.). Paul sought out
two of them, Aquila and
Priscilla, because they were
tentmakers like him. He
asked if they could work
together as business
associates. Aquila and
Priscilla also became key
leaders of the young
Christian church (Acts 18:112, 1 Cor. 16:19)
While Paul stayed in
Corinth, he met with Jewish
refugees from Rome
(caused by Clauduis
expulsion of Roman Jews in
50 C.E.). Paul sought out
two of them, Aquila and
Priscilla, because they were
tentmakers like him. He
asked if they could work
together as business
associates. Aquila and
Priscilla also became key
leaders of the young
Christian church (Acts 18:112, 1 Cor. 16:19)
Explore ancient Corinth on a guided tour featuring
the Agora (marketplace) where Paul’s trial by Gallio
took place…
…and the Bema, where Paul was brought before the
tribunal, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
We then return to
Athens…
Santorini
…where we see the hill of Areopagus (Mars Hill),
where Paul delivered his famous “Men of Athens”
speech…
…and visit the incomparable Acropolis.
On our farewell evening, we feast on local cuisine
and enjoy fine wine in a traditional taverna with
Greek entertainment.
We’ve explored the ancient land where Paul the
Apostle made missionary journeys. We’ve seen the
places to which he sent his famous epistles, and
seen many of the places described in the Acts of the
Apostles. We now return home to Norfolk, inspired
by the incredible, soothing landscapes, and the
words and deeds of Paul the Apostle.
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Want to Join Us?
Book now, and receive $100.00 off
for a reduced rate* of:
Inside Cabin Rate:
Double $3,599.00; Single $4,099.00
Outside Cabin Rate:
Double $3,699.00; Single $4,299.00
•Rates are per person, and includes round trip airfare from Norfolk, air taxes and fees/surcharges of $200.00 (subject to increase
until paid in full), cruise taxes and fees of $36.00 per person. Port charges of $98.00 per person, hotel transfers. Not included in
price: optional cancellation & waiver insurance of $305.00 per person. Cabin categories/rates are not guaranteed and subject to
availability on a first come first serve basis when names and deposits are received by Collette Vacations.
For more information and registration forms, go to:
www.sttheresechesva.org
Or contact Mark Hoggard (757 488 2553, ext.310)
To learn more about St. Paul, Join us for Little Rock
Scripture Study courses at the Church of St. Thérèse:
The Acts of the Apostles
Friday Evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
10 weekly sessions, May 4 –July 6
Letters From Prison…
A Study of, Collossians, Philippians, and Ephesians
Friday Evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
10 weekly sessions, Sept. 7 –Nov. 9
…and “Bonus Course:” First & Second Thessalonians
Wednesday Evenings, 6:45 – 8:30 p.m.
3 weekly* sessions, Jan. 23 –Feb. 20
*(No session on February 13)
Cost: $20.00 per person per course.
Pre-registration for courses required. No charge for Bonus Course, but you must
have attended Letters from Prison. Courses are not required for the pilgrimage.
Want to Join Us?
Book now, and receive $100.00 off
for a reduced rate* of:
Inside Cabin Rate:
Double $3,599.00; Single $4,099.00
Outside Cabin Rate:
Double $3,699.00; Single $4,299.00
•Rates are per person, and includes round trip airfare from Norfolk, air taxes and fees/surcharges of $200.00 (subject to increase
until paid in full), cruise taxes and fees of $36.00 per person. Port charges of $98.00 per person, hotel transfers. Not included in
price: optional cancellation & waiver insurance of $305.00 per person. Cabin categories/rates are not guaranteed and subject to
availability on a first come first serve basis when names and deposits are received by Collette Vacations.
For more information and registration forms, go to:
www.sttheresechesva.org
Or contact Mark Hoggard (757 488 2553, ext.310)