Visit the HOLY MONASTERY OF VARLAAM, the second-largest of the monasteries, and the HOLY MONASTERY OF ST. Situated atop soaring cliffs and rock faces, the Meteora monasteriesĬreate one of the most inspirational sites in the world. Visit the BEMA OF APOSTLE PAUL, where he preached the gospel to the local community, then continue to Kalambaka, home to the awe-inspiring Meteora monasteries.Ī real highlight is in store today. This morning, stop in Veria (called Berea in the New Testament), where Paul and Silas were sent byįriends after being accused of treason in Thessalonika. Continue to Kavala, ancient port of Neapolis. It was here that Paul preached and established the first church in Europe, and to whom he wrote his Philippians epistle while imprisoned in Rome, in which he expressed great fondness for that community. Roman colony with an impressive library and theater. Number of Christian churches were built in the 5th and 6th centuries. Today begins along Paul’s route via Amphipolis, a wealthy city in ancient Macedonia, where a large He died in Rome, beheaded by order of Emperor Nero, in 67 AD.ĭay 3 THESSALONIKA.
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Paul wrote a series of letters, known as the epistles, that are an integral part of the New Testament giving advice on how Christians should live. He then started traveling through Macedonia, Greece, Italy, the Holy Land, and Spain to spread the Word and led a very adventurous life. He experienced a powerful vision that caused him to convert to Christianity while on the road to Damascus, and he was baptized with the name of Paul. Paul, whose name was originally Saul, was a Roman citizen and a Pharisee. This city was the center of Apostle Paul’s activities in northern Greece-where he preached, founded a church, and to whom he wrote his two Thessalonian epistles. Sister, it figures prominently in the New Testament. Head north to Thessalonika this morning for guided sightseeing. Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions, then enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel to celebrate the start of your upcoming spiritual journey. From the iconic religious sites retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul to historic wonders like the Acropolis in Athens and a final touch of relaxation as you cruise on the Aegean, this is a truly inspirational vacation. Footsteps of Apostle Paul – Faith-Based TravelĮxperience Greek history and culture and learn more about early Christianity as you visit some of the places associated with the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul and the New Testament.
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