In the Footsteps of Christ

In the Footsteps of ChristPILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY L AND

NOVEMBER 17 - 29 , 2021Spiritual Director - Rev. Charlie Holt

Israel Tour Guide and Archaeologist - Dani Weiss

ST. JOHN THE DIVINE PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY L AND

NOVEMBER 17-29 • SJD.ORG/PILGRIMAGES

Day 1: Wednesday, Nov. 17

DEPARTURE TO TEL AVIV

After a warm welcome upon arrival at your airport for departure to Tel Aviv, you will board your flight bound for the Holy Land. A meal will be served on board.

Day 2: Thursday, Nov. 18

TEL AVIV

Arrive at the Tel Aviv airport and transfer to your Tel Aviv hotel. Dinner and overnight in Tel Aviv.

Day 3: Friday, Nov. 19

TEL AVIV/JAFFA/CAESAREA/MT. CARMEL/HAIFA

This morning we drive to Old Ja"a where will visit the house of Simon the Tanner and read about the amazing vision Peter had while spending time on the roof. Later we will visit the colorful Carmel market and Nahalat Binyamin pedestrian street fair. We will drive along the main streets of modern Tel Aviv,

Pilgrimage [pil-gruh-mij]

noun

1. a journey, especially a long one, made to a sacred place as an act ofreligious devotion.

ITINERARY

Many describe the Holy Land as the fifth gospel, simply because spending time there has such a profound spiritual a"ect upon pilgrims. Following in the footsteps of Jesus is an experience of rediscovering the roots of Christian faith. The Bible gains even more meaning as one feels as if they have stepped into the story. Other benefits are connecting with modern day Christians

who live in this land, meeting believers from around the world, as well as deepening relationships with our own fellow pilgrims. The Rev. Charlie Holt and Archaeologist and Tour Guide Dani Weiss look forward to making this pilgrimage an important time for prayer, meditation, learning, and enrichment. Come join us as we walk in the footsteps of the Lord Jesus Christ.



and visit Rothschild Blvd., the Mann Auditor-ium, the National Theatre, and Sarona Park. From here we head north along the coastal highway to Caesarea Maritime where St. Paul was imprisoned, tried, and sent to Rome. We visit one of Herod the Great’s palaces and see the ruins of the ancient amphitheater. Continue to Mount Carmel and the city of Haifa, where we have dinner and stay overnight.

Day 4: Saturday, Nov. 20

MOUNT CARMEL, ARMAGEDDON, AKKO

Our first visit is Stella Maris, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Carmelite Monastery where we will see the cave home of the prophet Elijah. We will ascend Mt. Carmel to visit Muchraka (the site of the burning) where Elijah battled the gods of Baal. We then visit Tel Megiddo and the Valley of Armageddon and visit the Biblical town and it’s amazing water project.

We then turn north to the ancient town of Akko (Acre) and the amazing underground city built by the Crusaders who came to liberate the holy Tomb of Jesus from Muslim occupation. After visiting the old port and colorful markets, we return to Haifa for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Sunday, Nov. 21

NAZARETH/CANA/MOUNT TABOR

This morning we drive to Nazareth where Jesus lived as a child. We will visit the Church of the Annunciation where you can see the grotto where Mary said ‘Yes’ to the Lord. We will also visit Joseph’s carpentry shop, the Synagogue Church, Mary’s well and Mount Precipice. At Nazareth Village we will learn how people lived in Bible times.

We then travel on to Cana of Galilee to visit the site of Jesus’ miracle at the wedding feast. Our next stop is Mt. Tabor, site of the Transfiguration, and the church built by the Franciscans in the early 20s which carefully incorporated the remains of previous churches.

Day 6: Monday, Nov. 22

GALILEE

We begin the day by visiting the Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. We continue to Capernaum where Peter lived and Jesus based his Galilean ministry. We will visit the synagogue where Jesus healed and taught and Peter’s house. We proceed to Tabgha, the site of the miracle of



the loaves and fishes, and visit the Church of St. Peter’s Primacy where Jesus appeared after the Resurrection. We will enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Sea of Galilee and visit the ancient boat at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar. Our last visit is to Magdala where a village from the days of Christ, including a beautiful synagogue, was discov-ered. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

Day 7: Tuesday, Nov. 23

TIBERIAS/GIDEON SPRING/JERICHO/DEAD SEA

We will stop at the River Jordan, the site of Jesus' Baptism. We will see the Mount of Temptation, then we will see the ruins of ancient Jericho and Elisha’s spring.

Finally, we travel to our spa hotel and local resort at the Dead Sea for a relaxing afternoon.

Day 8: Wednesday, Nov. 24

MASADA/QUMRAN/BETHANY/JERUSALEM

After a cable car ride to the mountain top fortress of Masada, our guide will treat us to

the history of the famous zealot stand. We then drive by Ein Gedi, “Spring of the Goat,” an oasis on the western shore of the Dead Sea. Here King David hid from Saul and God defeated the enemies of the Israelites with

praise and worship lead by King Jehoshaphat. We’ll visit the Qumran Caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. We stop at the Wadi Kelt view point to see the St. George Monastery. From there, we continue to Bethany, home of Mary and Martha, and visit Lazarus’ tomb. We then drive to the eternal city of Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 9: Thursday, Nov. 25

JERUSALEM - BETHLEHEM

We first visit the model of Jerusalem of Jesus’ time on the grounds of the Israel museum. We will briefly visit the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are on display.

In the afternoon we will drive to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, the Manger,



the Crusader’s Cloister, and the Grotto of St. Jerome. We then visit the cave in Shepherd’s Field and view the Fields of Boaz. We will stop for shopping in Bethlehem and return to the hotel in Jerusalem for dinner and overnight.

Day 10: Friday, Nov. 26

JERUSALEM

This morning we will participate in a unique hands-on experience called “sifting the Temple Mount”. Later we will enter the Old City through the Zion Gate and see the Cardo and the remains of Nehemiah’s broad wall, the Temple Institute, and the “Burnt House”.

Then we will visit Ein Karem, the birthplace of John the Baptist, and the Church of the Visitation where Mary uttered the words of the Magnificat. From there, we visit the New City of Jerusalem, Mount Zion, the Upper Room, Dormition Abbey and the Palace of Caiaphas were Jesus was in custody. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 11: Saturday, Nov. 27

JERUSALEM

This morning, we drive to the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of Jerusalem. We visit the Church of the Pater Noster (the Lord's Prayer), and then we walk down the hill to Dominus Flevit Chapel, where Jesus wept over Jerusalem. We proceed to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations where Jesus endured his agony.

We will enter the Old City and visit the pools of Bethesda where Jesus cured the cripple. We visit Pilate’s Judgment Hall, the Chapel of Flagellation, the Arch of Ecce Homo (“Behold

the Man”) and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion located at the site of the Antonia Fortress and the Lithostratus. We will walk the Via Dolorosa (the Way of Sorrows) while praying the Stations of the Cross liturgy culminating at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 12: Sunday, Nov. 28

JERUSALEM

Early in the morning gather in the Garden Tomb to share Holy Communion in the beautiful garden setting that visualizes the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.

We then follow the pilgrim route and arrive at the large southern wall archaeological park, visit the Davidson Center, and see the large staircase leading to the Temple Courtyard. We arrive at the Western Wall and visit the famous tunnels that take us near the most sacred place at the Temple.

Optional: At the city of David we visit the pool of Siloam where Jesus cured the blind, walk through the Hezekiah Tunnel, and see the shaft used by King David to defeat the Jebusites. Or, choose free time for shopping and relaxing. Farewell dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 13: Monday, Nov. 29

DEPARTURE

Transfer to the airport for your departing flight. We will arrive home with memories of a truly inspiring and unforgettable pilgrimage to the Holy Land, knowing we have walked in the footsteps of Jesus and the early Christians. Such a memorable journey will bring new meaning to our Christian life.



Tour Price: $4,985 per person

The price is based on Double Occupancy (additional $2,010 for Single Occupancy).

Tour Price Includes:• Luxury Hotel Accommodations

• Luxury Motorcoach Transportation

• Registered Expert Guide in Biblical Archaeology

• Printed Pilgrim Journal, Maps, and Other Extras

• All Breakfasts and Dinners with Lunch Pro-vided Most Days

• Sightseeing Tours Including Entrance Fees

• Pilgrim Certificate Signed by the Mayor of Jerusalem

• All Gratuities

• Luggage Handling at Hotels

• Departure Taxes

• All Foreign Taxes

• Airfare

• Items of Personal Nature

• Insurance

• Alcoholic Beverages

Tour Conditions and InformationARRIVAL/DEPARTURE

All pilgrims should be assembled at Tel Aviv Airport on Thursday November 18, 2021 no later than 5:00 p.m. local time where we will be met by our Israeli tour operator (Kenes Tours) and our local guide.

Unless alternate travel arrangements are made, pilgrims will be transported to Tel Aviv Airport on Monday, November 29 at approx-imately 8:30 a.m. Departure flights should not be scheduled earlier than 11:00 a.m.

RESERVATION DEPOSIT

A deposit of $500 per person is required to make a reservation for this pilgrimage. Please fill out the booking form and return to Nanci Cain Travel, LLC. A confirmation of your reservation will be sent to you after the deposit is received.

FINAL PAYMENT

The final payment is due no later than October 1, 2021. If you are joining the pilgrimage after October 1, 2021, full payment is required at the time of your reservation. Payments are due per the following schedule:

Sign-up ...............................................$500

June 1, 2021 .....................................$1,500

August 1, 2021 .................................$1,500

October 1, 2021................................$1,485

SHARED AND SINGLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Passengers must indicate at the time of book-ing whether they want to share a room or if they prefer a single for an additional $2,010 per room. Your roommate, if known, should also be indicated. If you do not have a room-mate, we will attempt to find a suitable travel companion to share a room with you. If you join the tour after June 1, 2021 and we are not able to find you a roommate, you will be charged the full single supplement.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Tour Price Does Not Include:



CANCELL ATIONS:

All cancellations must be advised in writing. No refunds will be made for unused or pre-purchased events. $200.00 of your deposit is refundable for any reason up to June 1, 2021.

Cancellations after June 1, 2021 are subject to the following maximum cancellation charges:

After June 1..................... loss of $700/personAfter July 1 .................... loss of $800/person

After August 1 ............... loss of $900/person

After September 1 .......loss of $1,500/person

After October 1 ............................$0 refund

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

We recommend that passengers buy insurance to protect themselves against any possible cancellation charges or out of country medical expenses. Optional travel protection plans are available to cover the full $4,985 (plus single supplement, if applicable) if desired with some limitations and exceptions. Please contact Nanci Cain for additional information.

PASSPORT S AND VISAS:

A passport is required and should be valid for at least six months past your scheduled return date. If you do not already have a passport, please apply for one without delay. If your present passport expires prior to June 2022, you must renew it before the tour.

TOUR DOCUMENTS:

Tour documents (hotel list, pilgrimage journal, name tag, etc.) will be sent approximately thirty (30) days prior to departure.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:

Israel is expected to open up for incoming tourism in May 2021. Details are to be finalized between the Israeli Ministry of Health and The Ministry of Tourism and we will keep you updated as new information is available.

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE:

Pilgrims are allowed 1 suitcase (not to exceed 50 pounds) and 1 carry-on luggage per person. Your suitcase will be portered at all hotels, but tour members are responsible for their flight bags/carry-on luggage at all times. Nanci Cain Travel, LLC and our Israeli tour operator, Kenes Tours, accept no responsibility for the loss of, or damage to, any baggage or any tour member’s personal belongings.

ITINERARY VARIATIONS:

Nanci Cain Travel, LLC and Kenes Tours reserve the right to change the itinerary of the pilgrimage due to airline schedule changes or any other circumstances beyond our control. Every effort will be made to keep the pilgrimage as close as possible to the original itinerary.

SMOKING:

Pilgrims are not permitted to smoke on motor coaches.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Nanci Cain Travel, LLC and Kenes Tours act as agents for the various owners/contractors providing hotels, means of transportation or other services, and the issuance and acceptance of such tickets shall be deemed to be consent to the further conditions that Nanci Cain Travel, LLC and Kenes Tours shall not become liable or responsible in any way for any personal or property loss, damage or injury howsoever caused or arising.

QUESTIONS?Contact Nanci Cain:

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