Following the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul

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Walking Where the Word was Written
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September 17 - October 1, 2010
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Following the
Footsteps of the
Apostle Paul
September 17 - October 1, 2010
Footstep
Ministries
Walking Where the Word was Written
Day 1 & 2
Itinerary
We depart Northern Greece to visit the
monasteries of Meteora perched on
towering rock formations, marveling at
the breathtaking views. We learn about
the basic tenets of Greek Orthodoxy,
then on to Delphi for dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)
Depart USA, arrive Greece. Check-in at our hotel, relax and settle
in for the next four nights. (D)
Day 3 Berea/Vergina
We visit Berea where Paul traveled and shared the Gospel in both
the synagogue and agora. Then on to the ancient city of Vergina,
site of the Royal tombs of the Macedonian kings including Philip
II, father of Alexander the Great. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Philippi & Neapolis
At Philippi, we visit the site of Lydia’s baptism (Acts 16:14), and
explore the ancient city, including Paul’s prison. Afternoon is at
the beautiful port city of Neapolis where Paul first landed on European soil. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Thessaloniki
Today we tour Thessaloniki and its modern open-air market, St.
Dimitrius Church (5th c.), the White Tower, Harbor Promenade,
and the Ancient Agora. It is here that Paul was accused of “turning
the world upside down.” (B, L, D)
Visit the sacred site of Delphi with its
Treasury of the Athenians, Temple of
Apollo, Oracle of Delphi, Stadium,
Theater and Museum with the famous
Statue of the Charioteer. Afternoon is free to browse the quaint
village of Delphi. On to Athens for dinner & overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Athens
The morning begins with the crowning jewel of the Classical period: the
Acropolis and its Parthenon. We visit
the new Acropolis Museum and the
Areopagos where St. Paul delivered his
sermon to “THE UNKNOWN GOD”
(Acts 17). Overnight in Athens. (B,L,D)
A free day. Amble through narrow streets, explore the historic
Plaka area, and eat at a local taverna! Overnight Athens. (B)
Day 10 Corinth
At the heart of our tour to Greece is... YOU!
With personal service as our hallmark, our
goal is to minister to you by exploring the life
and message of the Apostle Paul.
Included in the trip:
• Roundtrip flight from Seattle
• Air-conditioned motorcoach tour
• First Class/Superior Tourist Class hotels
• Daily meals including breakfast, lunch & dinner
(except as indicated in Itinerary)
• Tour fully escorted by Footstep Ministries staff,
David & Elizabeth Iliadou Sparks.
• Entrance fees to museums/sites
(land only)
• 4-Day Cruise to the Greek Islands
& Turkey
Our first site of the day is the Corinthian Canal, then on to
Corinth. Paul spent over a year in this cosmopolitan city at the
crossroads of Grecce. Visit the Temple of Apollo, agora, Bema of
Gallio (Acts 18), Pirenian Springs
and museum. While in Corinth
we celebrate the Lord’s supper
surrounded by the remains of this
first century community. Dinner
together at a local taverna! Overnight Athens. (B,L, D)
Our Leaders
Having led over seventy-five tours to Greece, we
seek to make the scriptures come alive while exploring the life of Paul together.
The Rev. Dr. David Sparks is president of Footstep Ministries. Dr. Sparks is an outstanding Bible teacher and fills
each day with rich insights from the letters of Paul. Dr.
Sparks is an adjunct professor at Gordon College.
Footstep
Ministries
Day 11 Mykonos
Sail to the island of Mykonos
with its whitewashed buildings
and famous windmills. Take
a photo of Petros the pelican
who guards the harbor and
explore the numerous picturesque chapels. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Delphi
Day 9 Athens
Tour Highlights
Four-Day Cruise
Day 6 Meteora
Day 12 Ephesus & Patmos
Take an excursion to ancient
Ephesus in Turkey where Paul
spent three years of his ministry. View the extraordinarily
expansive excavation with its
remarkable library and see the
theater where the Ephesians
protested the ministry of the Apostle. In Kusadasi buy a Turkish
rug and sip apple tea. Later in the day, we visit Patmos, the island
on which St. John received his vision of the “end times.” Visit his
grotto and join in worship of the King of Kings. (B,L,D)
Day 13 Rhodes
Enjoy the famous castle of the Knights of St. John and stroll
down the cobble-stone streets of this Medieval city, then head to
one of Rhodes’ many wonderful beaches. (B,L,D)
Day 14 Crete & Santorini
Optional excursion to the palace of Knossos of the Minoan civilization on Crete, walking tour of Heraklion and the Church of Titus. In the afternoon, visit unforgettable Santorini by either cable
car or by donkey as it sits perched high on the rim of an ancient
volcano. (B,L,D)
Day 15 Depart
Depart Athens for Chicago.
Enjoy the flight home filled
with wonderful memories! (B)
Elizabeth Iliadou Sparks
grew up in the Biblical town
of Berea, Greece, not far
from Thessalonica where
her family still resides. Elizabeth delights in showing
you her country as only a
native can, whether taking
you to the markets where
the locals shop, or finding
you the most authentic
Greek food possible.
To learn more or to register online for this trip, go to:
FootstepMinistries.org
www.
Walking Where the Word was Written
Dear Friends,
Elizabeth and I invite you to join us as we tour Greece and follow in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. Our tour will trace the
Apostle Paul’s journeys and promises to deepen your faith and
enrich your understanding of early Christian history.
We’ll explore the great cities of Classical and Hellenistic Greece
and visit the first century Christian cities of Philippi, Thessaloniki, Berea, Athens, Corinth, Ephesus and Patmos. It is in these
communities where the pivotal events of the early church will
come alive as you explore the Scriptures in their original settings. We’ll also visit Vergina, site of the royal tombs, Meteora,
with its towering monasteries, and Delphi, shrine of the ancient god Apollo. Of course, no tour would be complete without a cruise of the wonderful Greek islands, and we will bask in
the brilliant sun and gaze at the deep blue seas of the Aegean.
As we travel together I’ll be sharing insights with you into how
the first century context shaped Paul’s gospel message and how
his message of Jesus Christ continues today to inspire and encourage those who want to follow him. Elizabeth Iliadou Sparks
is a native of Berea (Acts 17:11) and she’ll give you an insider’s
view of her homeland, taking you off the beaten path to provide an unusually rich experience of Greek culture and cuisine.
You will see and experience more than you can imagine in this
enchanting land of beauty and history.
You will find this tour to be an opportunity to gain a fresh perspective, and eye-witness experience, and a renewed appreciation for the mission, message and ministry of the Apostle Paul
and the culture of modern Greece. I hope that you will consider
joining us for this lifetime experience. Space is limited, so make
your reservations soon!
Come join us,
David Sparks
Rev. Dr. David Sparks
President, Footstep Ministries