“Join us on our Holy Land Trip!” says an announcement from the
Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership, which is offering a study
tour to the Middle East in June 2013.
“The dream of a lifetime? A way to undergird ministry and bring
scripture alive? A pilgrimage of devotion to our Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ? Whatever urges you to consider this invitation,
we want you
to know that we will be delighted to have you as a part of this life
changing, educational travel experience!” said the announcement.
Dan Ulrich, professor of New Testament Studies at Bethany Theological
Seminary, and Marilyn Lerch, coordinator of the Training in Ministry
(TRIM) program at the academy, will lend their expertise to that of
top-notch guides the study group will enjoy through Educational
Opportunities, an organization that has been taking groups to the Holy
Land for years.
The theme of the tour is “Journey Through the Bible” and the
itinerary will include many sites that are part of the Christian faith
story, from Bethlehem to Nazareth, including the Dead Sea, Sea of
Galilee, Mount of Olives, and the place where it is said Jesus was
crucified in Jerusalem. Scriptures will be read on location.
Participants also will get a glimpse of the Middle East today. Ulrich
and Lerch will provide additional information and lead devotional
moments along the journey.
The 12-day trip departs from JFK airport in New York on June 3, with
other departure cities also available. Basic cost of the trip is $3,198
and includes, among other expenses, round trip airfare from New York,
all lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, guide sightseeing, and deluxe
motor coaches. An initial deposit is required.
Current students at Bethany Seminary and students in the TRIM and
Education for Shared Ministry (EFSM) programs will earn course credit
(TRIM and EFSM students may apply for financial assistance to take part
in this study tour). Clergy traveling with the group may earn 4
continuing education units. Lay members of the church are welcome to
join the group as well. Participants will receive a suggested reading
list, some of which may be required to earn academic credit or
continuing education units.
All participants must carry a passport that is valid for a minimum of
six months after the tour is complete, and must provide passport
information by Feb. 18, 2013. US citizens do not need a visa for entry
to Israel.
Brochures are available on the Brethren Academy website at www.bethanyseminary/academy/courses. A paper travel brochure is available on request from the Brethren
Academy Office, call 765-983-1824. To register, either fill out the form
in the brochure or register online at www.eotravelwithus.com
by clicking on “Find a Trip” and entering the following codes: HL13 in
the “Tour” box, 060313 in the “Departure date” box and clicking on “B”
in the adjacent drop down menu, and 31970 as the “Group Leader Id #.”
For more information contact: Marilyn Lerch, 814-494-1978 or lerchma@bethanyseminary,edu ; or Dan Ulrich, 765-983-1819 or ulricda@bethanyseminary.edu.
Source: 10/18/2012 Newsline
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