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206 Tours Proudly Presents… The Holy Land “Where Jesus Walked” with Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn Under the Spiritual Direction of... Fr. John Amsberry, Rev. Msgr. James P. Swiader, Fr. Jeff Woolnough & Fr. Carlos Rodrigues January 4-14, 2013

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Holy Land with Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn January 4 -14, 2013

206 Tours Proudly Presents…

The Holy Land “Where Jesus Walked”

with

Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn

Under the Spiritual Direction of...

Fr. John Amsberry, Rev. Msgr. James P. Swiader,

Fr. Jeff Woolnough & Fr. Carlos Rodrigues

January 4-14, 2013

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“The ‘door of faith’ ( Acts 14:27) is always

open for us, ushering us into the life of communion with God and offering entry into

his Church “

Pope Benedict XVI,

Apostolic Letter Porta Fidei

for the Indication of the Year

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Holy Land with Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn January 4 -14, 2013

Table of Contents

Plenary Indulgence for the Year of Faith ........................... 4

About Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn ..................................... 6

Your Spiritual Directors .................................................... 7

Contact & Emergency Details ........................................... 8

Your Hotel Information .................................................... 9

Sample Daily Itinerary .............................................. 10-15

About Your Flights & Foreign Travel .......................... 16-17

Airport Screening & Security in Israel ............................. 18

Luggage & What to Pack ................................................ 19

Liquids in your Carry-On Bags ........................................ 22

Airline Regulations for Baggage...................................... 23

Clothing & Suggested Packing List .............................. 2-23

About the Holy Land and Travel Abroad .................... 24-26

Currency and Money ..................................................... 27

VAT Tax and Tipping .......................................... …......28-29

What is a Pilgrimage and How to Prepare….………………..…..30

206 Tours Pilgrim Prayer…………………………………………………31

3 “The world is a book, those who do not travel read only a page.” - St. Augustine

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The Vatican has decreed a PLENARY INDULGENCE for the Year of Faith:

During the Year of Faith, proclaimed from October 11, 2012 to No-vember 24, 2013, all individuals who are faithful, truly repentant, duly confessed, communing sacramentally, and who pray according to the intentions of the Supreme Pontiff will be able to acquire a Plenary In-dulgence from the temporal punishment for their sins imparted by God’s mercy, applicable in suffrage to the souls of the deceased faith-ful. A.- Every time they take part in at least three instances of preaching during the Sacred Missions, or at least three lessons on the Acts of Vatican Council II and on the Articles of the Catechism of the Catholic Church in any church or ideal place B- Every time they visit by way of pilgrimage a Papal Basilica, a Christian catacomb, a Cathedral; Church, a sacred place designated by the Ordinary of the place for the Year of Faith (for example between the Minor Basilicas and the Shrines dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, to the Holy Apostles and to Patron Saints) and take part there in some sacred function or at least pause for an apt time of recollection with pious meditations, concluding with the recitation of the Our Father, the Profession of Faith in any legitimate form, invocations to the Blessed Virgin Mary and, according to the case, to Holy Apostles or Patrons C-Every time, in days determined by the Ordinary of the place for the Year of Faith (for example on the solemnities of the Lord, of the Blessed Virgin Mary, on the feasts of the Holy Apostles and Patrons, on the Chair of Saint Peter), in any sacred place they participate in a solemn Eucharistic celebration or the Liturgy of the Hours, adding the Profession of Faith in any legitimate form D- A day freely chosen, during the Year of Faith, for the pious visit of the baptistery or other place, in which they received the sacrament of Baptism,

renewing the baptismal promises in any legitimate formula.

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About Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn... Dr. Scott Hahn: Dr. Scott Hahn has accomplished so much: Contemporary Author, Theologian, Public Speaker, President of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, Friend, Husband, Father, and Grandfather. We are so blessed to have both Dr. Hahn, and Kimberly on the this Pilgrimage to the Holy Land.

Much of Dr. Hahn’s work has been derived from his conversion to Catholicism in 1986, which gave him content for his highly acclaimed, “Rome Sweet Home”. Scott has been quoted in saying: “My work is about reading the bible, reading it with you, and reading it “from the heart of the Church”. If you read the Bible the way it was written, you will read it from the heart of the church, which ulti-mately is the “heart of Jesus”. His studies have lead him to realize that we are all privileged to read the sacred page within an unfathomable community: the communion of saints, and the voices of Catholic Tradition. Dr. Hahn went on to say “The Bible and the liturgy were made for one another. In the Old Testament and the New Testament: the Scriptures presume, prescribe, and describe the ritual life of God’s people… of us… for us!” As Dr. Hahn invites you to dig into Scripture, we join St. Paul in his prayer:

“May the eyes of your hearts be enlightened, that you may know what is the hope that belongs to his call, what are the riches of glory in his inheritance

among the holy ones, and what is the surpassing greatness of his power for us who believe… “ - Ephesians 1:18 - 19

Kimberly Hahn: Having a similar conversion story, Kimberly is also an accomplished Author, Pub-lic Speaker, Friend, Wife, Mother and most notably, a Grandmother. We are blessed that she has been able to join us on this Pilgrimage straight off a Speak-ing Engagement in Ireland.

Kimberly joined forces with Scott to put out what would become one of their biggest selling books, Rome Sweet Home. It would be the book that would open their story about conversion to the Catholic faith, to the world. Since then, it has been translated in eight different languages throughout the world. Since then, Kimberly has written many more books focusing on Life and Marriage. Over the last few years, she has split her time between home schooling her younger chil-dren, speaking engagements with Scott, and leading a weekly Bible Study group at the Franciscan University. She is certainly an inspiration to us all, and will only heighten our Pilgrimage!

Visit: www.ScottHahn.com for Books – Scholarly Articles The Letter and

Spiritual Journal – Readings from Dr. Hahn’s Courses – Ignatius Study Bible – Magazine Articles – Book Translations – Audio Books and DVD’s

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Meet Your Spiritual Directors...

Fr. John Amsberry - Red Bus

God has used him to spread the saving message of the Gospel across the USA and beyond. After graduating at the top of his class in Business at Franciscan University, Fr. John went on to law school. Then, God captured his heart and called him to be a priest. Fr. John enrolled at Mt. Angel Seminary and was ordained to the priesthood in 1997. Upon graduating from both college and seminary as Summa Cum Laude, Father John also holds three Masters’ degrees: a Mas-ters in Business, a Masters in Divinity, and a Master of Arts in Theology. Fr. John has shared the love of God in every state, Canada, Mexico, Europe and other countries through retreats, conferences and his writings. Currently the pastor at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Portland, Oregon, he can be reached through his website at www.uareloved.com. You can also pick up copies of his bestselling book: “More Of You Through Prayer” and “Reaching Out To JOY: Jesus Over You”

"The attentive ear is the JOY of the wise" Sirach 3:28

Rev. Msgr. James P. Swiader - Blue Bus

A native Long Islander, who studied at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, in Huntington, NY, and was or-dained for the Diocese of Rockville Centre in 1975. He first served at St. Joseph’s as associate pastor. He has since served in parish ministry for the last 27 years, 14 of which as a pastor. His portfolio also includes work in seminary forma-tion, in both the diocesan minor seminary as Dean of Stu-dents, and the Chair of the English Department. Later, in the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, located in Hunting-ton, he was appointed to Dean of Seminarians, Director of Pastoral Forma-tion, and Vice-Rector. In his earlier years, he was a faculty member of Molloy College, located in Rockville Centre. It was there he taught philoso-phy from 1984-92. In 1996, he was named a Prelate of Honor by the Pope John Paul II , and was inducted into the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepul-chre of Jerusalem in 2011. He is currently the pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Garden City, NY, as well as the director of on-going priestly formation for the Diocese of Rockville Centre in the Office of Priestly Life and Ministry.

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Fr. Jeff Woolnough - Yellow Bus

Father Jeff developed a love of Choral Music, singing in the Parish Choir and gaining a place at Westminster Abbey Spe-cial Choir School. Singing at Anglo- Catholic liturgies, height-ened his sense of calling to the priesthood. In 1981, Jeff met his future wife Julie and they were married in 1984 and have two teenage children. Ordained in 2002, he served Parishes in East London and Essex. In 2009 due to the gen-

erosity displayed by the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI in the Apostolic Constitution, Anglicanorum Coetibus (Groups of Anglicans), he, along with many others responded to the invitation to join the Catholic Church and was received after instruction, with all of his family and 80 members of his former Anglican Parish on Holy Thursday 2011. Shortly after, Jeff was Or-dained Deacon in May, and priest at Pentecost, after receiving a dispensa-tion from clerical celibacy under the Pastoral provision. He currently studies a Master’s program of theology at Allen Hall RC Seminary in Chelsea, Lon-don, arranged by the Maryvale Institute. Fr Jeff is Parish Priest of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Eastwood in the Diocese of Brentwood, and Pastor to the Hockley Ordinariate Mission, nearby.

Fr. Carlos Rodgrigues - Green Bus

After graduating from college I worked for seven years in a commercial bank. It was during that time that I had a yearning for some type of ministry in the Church, so I re-signed and joined a religious missionary order. In my stint as a missionary, I was drawn to the priesthood. So I left the religious order and began studies for the priesthood. Upon completion of my studies I was ordained a priest in the Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut. Since then, I have been ministering there for the last 17 years. At the present time, I am a chaplain at a nursing home in Stamford, Connecticut. After five successful pilgrimages in the past, I am happy to say that this will be the sixth pilgirmage that I will be serving as a Spiritual Director for 206 Tours.

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206 Tours Contact Details

Emergency Contact: [email protected] In the USA: If you have questions regarding your tour or flight schedule please contact 800-206-TOUR (8687) during normal business hours (Mon-Fri 9:00 am—6:00 pm EST)

Sandra & Yaritza 206 Tours, 333 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, NY 11788 Office: (800) 206-8687 E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.pilgrimages.com/scotthahn

24 hour Emergency Response Team in the USA

Cell: (631) 468-6630 E-mail: [email protected] (Only contact this number in case of an emergency)

Your Tour Guide while in Israel: Rimon - Red Bus Usama - Blue Bus Jack - Yellow Bus Giovanni - Green Bus Tour Guide Contact Numbers:

Rimon - + 052-348-0868 Usama - + 054-622-7971 Jack - + 054-568-3874 Giovanni - + 054-446-2596

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Your Hotel Information

TEL AVIV Dan Panorama January 5-6 Charles Clore Park (1 night) Tel Aviv, Israel Tel #: + 972 (2) 5202 552 WiFi Available

TIBERIAS Leonardo Plaza January 6-8 Habanim Street 1 (2 nights) Tiberias, Israel Tel #: + 972 (4) 6713 333 WiFi Available

JERUSALEM Inbal Hotel January 8-13 Liberty Bell Park, 3 (5 nights) Jerusalem, Israel Tel #: + 972 (2) 6756 666 WiFi Available

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Day to Day Itinerary

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Day 1|Friday, January 4:

Depart to Tel Aviv Our journey begins as we depart the USA for our flight to Tel Aviv. Meals are served in-flight.

Day 2|Saturday, January 5:

Arrive Tel Aviv On arrival in Tel Aviv you will be met and transferred to the Dan Panorama hotel on the Mediterranean coast.

Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Welcome Meeting at 6:30 P.M. Short Mass before dinner. Dinner at 8:00 P.M.

Day 3|Sunday, January 6: Stella Maris - Nazareth - Cana Theme: The Annunciation This morning after breakfast leave up the Mediterranean coast to Haifa to

visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Stella Maris. After seeing

the cave where Elijah lived, enjoy lunch at the Carmelite Monastery. Then drive to Nazareth, Mary’s home and the town where Jesus lived as a child. Celebrate Mass in the Basilica

of the Annunciation, and visit the Byzantine Church of St. Joseph and Mary’s Well. End the day at Cana, where Jesus performed His first mira-cle at the request of His mother. See the Franciscan chapel where those

who wish to can perform the renewal

of their wedding vows. Drive to the Leonardo Plaza hotel in Tiberias. Mass: Basilica of Annunciation at 2:00 P.M. Dinner at 6:30 P.M.

Meeting at 7:45 P.M.

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Day to Day Itinerary

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Day 4|Monday, January 7:

Tiberias: Sea of Galilee

Theme: The Ministry of Christ in the Galilee The day starts with a boat ride on the

Sea of Galilee to take the beautiful set-ting of the landscape that Jesus loved. Then to Capernaum, from where Jesus launched his Ministry; see the syna-gogue that dates to the time of Jesus and the church built over the site of Pe-ter’s home. Celebrate Mass in this spe-

cial place. Enjoy a lunch of St Peter Fish.

In the afternoon visit the site known as “Peter’s Primacy”. Here, after His resur-rection, Jesus met with His disciples and told Peter to “feed my lambs; feed my

sheep”, confirming him to be the first Pope. Nearby is Tabgha, where Jesus fed the crowd of 5,000. End the day at Mt Beatitudes, where Jesus gave His great sermon. Mass: Church of St. Peter’s House

at 11:00 A.M. Dinner at 6:30 P.M.

Meeting at 7:45 P.M.

Day 5|Tuesday, January 8:

Mt. Tabor - Caesarea - Jerusalem Theme: The Transfiguration Today, after breakfast, start the day by then drive to Mount Tabor, the site of

the Transfiguration, with time to reflect on Christ’s Humanity and Divinity, good preparation for the journey to Jerusalem

where Jesus was to suffer the crucifixion and resurrection. Mass here will be at the Basilica. After lunch drive to Caesarea, which was

once the ancient capital of the Roman province. Here you view the impressive archaeological remains of the Roman and Byzantine city that once dominated the region.

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It was at Caesarea that Peter came to understand that the Good News

was not for Jews only, but for the whole world. Here he baptized the

Roman Centurion, Cornelius, and his family. It was from Caesarea that Paul set sail for Rome, an event that eventually brought Christianity to the World.. Check-in to your hotel for dinner and over-night.

Mass in Mt. Tabor at 11:00 A.M. Dinner at 6:30 P.M.

Meeting at 7:45 P.M.

Day 6|Wednesday, January 9: Jerusalem: Ein Karem, & Beth-lehem Theme: The Visitation and Na-tivity

A short drive takes us to the village of Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptist, to visit the church that commemorates his memory. Drive

to the outskirts of Bethlehem to see the cave at the Shepherds’ Field. The caves have soot marks of

the fires that shepherd’s lit to keep warm while watching over their flocks. After lunch in Bethlehem we go up to Manger Square which stands in front of one of the oldest of Christian churches, the Church

of the Nativity. Enter the Church and down to the Grotto of the Na-tivity, which marks the spot of Je-

sus’ birth. Beneath the Altar, there is a silver star with the Latin in-scription: HIC DE VIRGINE MARIA JESUS CHRISTUS NATUS (Here

Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary). After Mass at the Church of St. Catherine return to the hotel in Je-rusalem.

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Mass: St. Catherine’s at 4:00 P.M.

Dinner at 6:30 P.M. Lecture by Dr. Hahn 7:45 P.M.

Day 7|Thursday, January 10:

Bethany - Jordan River - Qumran- Dead Sea Theme: Early Years in Jerusa-

lem, the Wilderness & The Bap-

tism. Start the day with Mass in Bethany, where Lazarus was raised from the dead. Then drive down the Jordan Valley down the Jordan Valley to the River Jordan and the site that marks where John baptized Jesus. Stop at

Jericho, the world’s oldest continu-ously inhabited city, for lunch and to view the Mt of Temptation and see an example of a Sycamore Tree. In

the afternoon visit Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found

and a chance to swim in the Dead Sea for those who wish to. Return to Jerusalem. Mass: Bethany st 9:00 A.M. Dinner at 6:30 P.M. Lecture by Dr. Hahn at 7:45 P.M.

Day 8|Friday, January 11: Jerusalem - Mt. of Olives - Geth-semane - Mt. Zion Theme: Palm Sunday, the Agony

in the Garden & The Way of the

Cross AT 9 am enter the Old City to visit the Latin Patriarchate. At Geth-semane reflect on Jesus’ final night. The Garden contains trees, the roots of which go back to the time of Je-sus.

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Visit the Church of All Nations to pray at the “Rock of Agony,” a sec-

tion of bedrock identified as the place where Jesus prayed alone in

the garden on the night of His arrest. Mass at Gethsemane. From the Mount of Olives, take in the panoramic view of Jerusalem. Then to the Pater Noster shrine, where Jesus taught His disciples The Lord’s Prayer (Luke 11:1-4). Walking down

the Palm Sunday Road stop at the beautiful little church, Dominus Flevit - “The Lord wept.” It was here that

Jesus wept over Jerusalem [Luke 19:41].

In the afternoon after visiting the

Pool of Bethesda, we start the Via Dolorosa (The Way of the Cross) at the Antonia Fortress, where Jesus was condemned to death by Pontius Pilate. From there He was taken through the city to be crucified. The Stations of the Cross lead, through

the markets of the Old City to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Here

is the site of Calvary and the Tomb of Christ.

Mass: Gethsemane at 11:00 A.M. Dinner at 6:30 P.M. Lecture by Dr. Hahn at 7:45 P.M.

Day 9|Saturday, January 12:

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre - Mt. Zion Theme: The Crucifixion We leave the hotel at 5.30 am to go

to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for High Mass at the Tomb of Christ.

We return to the hotel for breakfast then visit Mt Zion overlooking the Kidron Valley along which Jesus was taken as a prisoner to the house of the High Priest Caiaphas where He

was interrogated and imprisoned. Now called Peter in Gallicantu (“crowing rooster”), this beautiful Church also commemorates Peter’s

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Denial of Christ, his repentance and

then being forgiven by Jesus. On Mt Zion is the Upper Room, commemo-rating the Last Supper. Nearby is the

Benedictine Church of the Dormition.

Mass: Tomb of Christ at 6:30 A.M. Dinner at 6:30 P.M Lecture by Dr. Hahn at 7:45 P.M.

Day 10|Sunday, January 13:

Final Day in Jerusalem - DEPAR-

TURE. Theme: The Resurrection, Eucha-rist in Emmaus and Farewell to

Jerusalem. Start the day with a late and lei-surely breakfast. Check out of your rooms at 11:00 am and board your coach. Start with a visit to the West-ern Wall then to the Israel Museum to see the Second Temple scale

model for an overview of Jerusalem as it was at the time of Jesus. In the

afternoon visit Abu Ghosh, thought by some to be the site of Emmaus, where Christ appeared to the two disciples and gave the first Eucharist

after the Resurrection. We celebrate the closing Mass of the Pilgrimage. At 5.00 pm we return to the hotel for a drinks reception followed by a Farewell Dinner. At 8.30 pm we leave for the airport for the flight home.

Mass: Emmaus @ 3:00 P.M. 5:00pm - Drinks Reception 6:30pm - Dinner 8:30pm - Airport

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About Your Flights & Foreign Travel Please visit www.tsa.gov for the most up to date travel restrictions

Final Documents: Carefully review your flight confirmation to ensure that your name on the tickets are an exact match to that of your passport. Please note that the name field on your tickets is only 19 characters long, therefore names exceeding this length will be cut off (this is not a problem, as your actual reservation contains your full name). Please contact 206 Tours immediately should any discrepancies be found. Please be advised that the color of your lanyard is the same color of the bus that you have been assigned to. Your guide will also have a ”206 Tours” sign with your color which will help you find him/her throughout your pilgrimage. Airline Tickets: Your ticket is an electronic ticket (“e-tickets”). At check-in, you should provide your pass-port to the check-in agent. Be sure to bring a copy of your flight confirmation for reference in case it is needed. Young Travelers: Travelers who are less than 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. If a child will be traveling with adults other than parents or with only one parent, a notarized letter must be written by the parents or non-traveling parent granting authorization, including the dates of travel. We also suggest that you contact the appropriate consulate and airlines because they may have additional requirements. An infant is defined as anyone who is under the age of 24 months, and child is defined as any one between the ages of 24 months and 11 years for the entire duration of their trip. Airline Connections: 206 Tours books your airline reservations based on the rules and routings provided to us by the airlines, including connection time, cities for connections, and partner carriers. Airlines determine the standard for the required minimum connecting time to transfer from one gate to another for each specific airport. We are subject to the availability of the carriers we work with, and also ensure that all reservations correspond so that each participant is able to meet the group transfers to/from the airport. We do all in our power to provide you with the most convenient flight schedule available to us at the time of your booking, how-ever we must still follow all appropriate airline regulations. Codeshare Flights: Airlines may make special agreements to share planes, in order to offer the greatest con-venience to travelers. While your ticket may indicate that you are flying with one carrier (i.e. Lufthansa), you may find that you are actually seated in a plane belonging to another carrier (i.e. United). Please review your airline itinerary carefully to determine which airline is operating your flight as that is the carrier with whom you will check-in. Should the plan be operated by another carrier your itinerary will state "Flight Operated by (Airline)."

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Passports and Visas: All U.S. citizens must have a valid passport to enter Israel. Please note that your passport MUST be valid for 6 months after your scheduled return date. If you have not yet obtained your passport, or just noticed that it will not be valid, urgently contact your local passport office and apply for an expedited passport/passport renewal. A visa is not re-quired for citizens of the USA for entry into Israel. For those who hold a passport from a foreign country, please be advised that it is the passengers responsibility to reconfirm if any visas are required. Health Precautions: No inoculations are necessary. However, please consult with your health care provider before traveling. For the latest overseas travel health information, call the Center for Dis-ease Control at 1-877-394-8747. Or visit www.cdc.gov. For medical information, call the US Public Health service 301-443-2403. Arrival Procedure: After disembarkation from the plane you will clear immigration and proceed to claim your lug-gage. You will exit the baggage claim into the arrival lounge where you will be greeted by a representative displaying a sign which reads “206 Tours.” You will be transferred to your hotel where you will check-in and have time to refresh before meeting the rest of your group later in the evening. Please remember to look for the sign! If your luggage is missing you will proceed to your airline carrier’s baggage office in the airport terminal to complete a miss-ing luggage form, which will include a description of your luggage. Upon locating your bag-gage, the airlines will bring your luggage to your hotel. It is important that you provide them with the correct address and dates that you will be at your hotels. You may also pro-vide the emergency number listed in this booklet. Flight Delays & Arrival Transfers: If you missed your flight, forgot your passport or if you are re-routed you will probably miss the group transfer that is included in your package. In such circumstances you may need to take a taxi at your own expense to the hotel. You may submit a claim with insurance and air-lines for reimbursement upon your return to the USA. Please do not hesitate to call the local contact’s number in Israel or 206 Tours emergency line if you need any assistance. How to Overcome Jet Lag: Rapid travel through multiple time zones can take its toll on your physical and mental well-being. "Jet Lag" is the phrase used to describe the condition when an individual's internal body clock is out of sync with the actual time in the region to which you have traveled. It is important to try to adjust your internal body clock to receive the most out of your tour. Here are some tips on how to adjust your body to local time. On the day of the flight/arrival:

Get out of bed earlier than usual on the day of departure

Drink a lot of water to compensate for the dehydration on long flights

Shortly after your evening meal on your flight, set your watch to the local time

Try to rest and/or sleep as soon as possible on your flight

Try to go to bed around 10:00 PM the night of arrival

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About Airport Screening & Security When Traveling to Israel

The security process for travel to Israel and at Israeli Airports is very thorough. As you may have heard, Israel is known for their strict security at airports to ensure safety. Below please find a brief “walk though” of what your check-in experience at Tel Aviv Airport is like, so you are informed and prepared. You may notice throughout your time at the airport that there are MANY uniformed and un-uniformed security personnel. You will go through a security checkpoint as soon as you arrive and before you reach the ticket counter. There is a line to wait your turn to be interviewed and screened. When you get to the front of the line, you will be interviewed by a security person. Questions will range from: why/where you traveled in Israel, where did you visit, how long was your stay, where are you going

now, etc. Your interview should be very professional and well-trained. Do not hesitate to let them know you were a part of a Catholic Pilgrimage group tour. If asked, you can also show this booklet! You may be asked additional questions about your occu-pation, family, etc. Do not worry or be insulted, this is a part of the interviewer’s job and the process. Interviews are usually brief, but sometimes can last longer and be more in depth. Your baggage will also be sent through an X-ray/chemical analysis machine. Ran-domly, travelers are selected for a more thorough screening of their luggage. If you are selected you will be directed to the inspection area where you will be asked to open your luggage. Do not be surprised if your entire bag is unpacked and electrical devices examined. Again, this is a part of the process. Next you will headed to the ticket counter to get your boarding pass. This step can take quite a while as the airline representative must enter a lot of information prior to printing the boarding passes. Be patient and take the time to reflect on some of the highlights of your trip. After getting your boarding pass, you will go through passport control. Your passport numbers will be entered into a computer that the Israel government uses for security and to track tourism in Israel. Again, you may be asked several questions about your-self, family, travel companion, and the reason for your trip; this is routine procedure. Your passport will be stamped and you will be on your way. Finally, you will go through the actual security gate and personal screening machines. You should follow the directions given by the security personnel (i.e. whether or not to remove your shoes, laptop, etc). Remember to remove everything from your pock-ets, along with your belt and watch. Anyone who beeps at the metal detector will also receive a scan with the hand held detection wand. Further inspections are rare and initiated only if concerns arise. Once through this final security you can proceed to your gate. You can enjoy shopping or snacking before your flight departs! The whole process usually takes approximately 45-60 minutes from the time you ar-rive till you make it to your gate. However, certain times of the year, back-ups can occur and the entire check-in and security process can last longer. The process is very organized and calm. No one will bark orders, yell at any of the passengers, or act unprofessional in any way.

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Luggage and What to Pack Luggage: For your international flight you are permitted a maximum of ONE piece of checked luggage at no additional fee. International air carriers are becoming stricter about the size and weight of baggage and carry-on luggage. Please reconfirm with your air carrier within one week of your depar-ture for specific information as to size and weight limitations (in case of changes). Most airlines will charge steep fees if your checked luggage is oversized or overweight. Keep in mind that your scale at home may not match exactly with the scale at the airport, so be sure to leave a few extra pounds of leeway! Portage of luggage per person at your hotels is included in your trip costs. The porters

will do their best to bring your bag to you in a timely fashion upon checking into the hotel, however at times there can be short delays due to the size of the group arriving. To make it easier for porters to identify your luggage, please be sure to use the enclosed luggage tag and clearly complete your name and contact details. If you prefer to have your bag with you immediately upon checking in to your hotel room please wait near the bus as the driver and porters unload the luggage so you can identify your baggage and bring it with you to your room. For health reasons, porters may refuse to carry very heavy suitcases. Size allowances for Checked Bags: Dimensions: Length + Width + Height = 158cm./62in. Economy Class: 1 piece at 23kg. / 50lb. Business Class: 2 pieces at 32kg. / 70lb. each First Class: 3 pieces at 32kg. / 70lb. each Size allowances for Carry-on Bags: Dimensions: Length + Width + Height = 106cm./42in. Weight : 1 piece at 13kg./30Ibs. Important Items & Valuables Carry your passport, trip documents and money on your purse but not all in the same place to limit the inconvenience in case of loss. Do not keep money, important docu-ments, medicines or jewelry in your suitcase. Please leave valuable jewelry at home. We recommend a “neck safe” worn inside your clothes while touring. At all times please be as vigilant as you would in any major city, especially in crowded places. Never leave your bag unattended or out of sight in public areas, including airports, hotel lobbies, or dining rooms. Be sure to keep ALL medications in your carry-on bag during your trip in case your suit case should be lost. Keep a separate list of important numbers (i.e. credit cards) in your luggage, together with a photo copies of your passport/visas.

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Clothing:

It is important to respect local customs to ensure that your shoulders and chest are covered for entrance at religious sites which will be visited daily. You must also en-sure that your legs are covered at least two inches below your knees. It is not neces-sary for women to cover their heads or faces. There is no need for formal attire for men or woman at any time during the course of the tour. Comfort and adaptability are the most important factors in determining what to pack. Be sure to pack at least one change of clothes, socks and undergar-ments in your carry on luggage incase your baggage is delayed or lost! General Clothing for Men: Jeans, casual slacks, short and/or long sleeve shirts, socks, undergarments, and light jacket or coat. General Clothing for Women: Jeans, long skirts, casual dresses, casual slacks, short and/or long sleeve, socks, stockings, undergarments, and a light jacket or sweater is suggested. We recommend that women bring a shall or sarong which can be placed conven-iently in their day bag, so that they may drape their shoulders, or tie around their waists in the more religious sites.

Recommended Items Clothes

* 6 shirts * 4 pairs of jeans/pants * 7 long sleeved shirts * 3 sweaters or sweatshirts * 1-3 long skirt (women) / nice khakis (men) * 1-2 nicer blouse or shirt * 1 mid weight jacket or sweatshirt w/hood * 1 heavy jacket, hat, scarf, gloves (carry on plane) * Sleepwear * 9 pairs of underwear * 9 pairs of socks * 1 pair of hiking boots (and/or rain shoes) * 1 pair of sneakers

* 1 pair of nice shoes * 1 towel * 1 hat or scarf * 1 wristwatch

We also recommend casual cocktail attire for the farewell dinner on Day 10, Sunday, January 13 at 6:30

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Miscellaneous Items

* Passport* must be valid 6 months after return date (no visa for: US, Australia, Can-ada, European Union) * All medicines (including copies of prescriptions) * Prescription glasses/contact lens supplies * Cash/ ATM Card/Credit Card

Suggested Items

* Adapter for electrical appliances (Western European, two round prongs) * Bible/ Books/reading material * Camera, charger/batteries * Journal/address book * Mini flashlight or penlight * Inflatable head & neck rest, eye mask, foam earplugs (for flight) * Plastic bags for wet or dirty clothes * Sunglasses * Sunscreen * Toiletries (Soap-small bar travel size, Shampoo-travel size or put some in a small container (don't carry big bottle!) , Toothbrush & Toothpaste-travel size, Deodorant-travel size, Chap stick, Comb/Brush , Aspirin/Advil, Etc. Feminine protection, Laxa-tive/Imodium, several band-aids, Dramamine or Bonine - if subject to motion sick-ness, Pepto Bismol- tablets, Sominex, Allergy/cold medicine; tablets (put medicines in a Ziploc sandwich bag) * if you don't have a cell phone, i-Phone, Blackberry- bring an alarm clock

* Umbrella/rain coat * Waist pack/day pack

A good hint: If you can't lift it yourself, then you've got too much stuff in your bag. Remember -- it will only get heavier once you buy gifts and souvenirs! Note that it is unlikely you will be able to do laundry while on the trip. Also, although luggage handling is included you will be responsible for packing and moving your bags within room and repacking, between luggage belt at the airports and customs.

And if you forget anything, don't panic. You can purchase

whatever you might need in Israel!

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Bringing Liquids in your Carry-on Bags For additional information or clarification please visit: www.faa.gov

About the 3 - 1 - 1 Rule for Liquids in your Carry-on Bag

3 ounce bottle or less 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag 1 bag per passenger screened on its own Consolidate bottles into one bag and X-ray sepa-rately from your carry-on bags to speed screen-ing. Be prepared; each time the TSA must search a carry-on to locate liquids it slows down the line. Practicing 3 - 1 - 1 will ensure a faster and easier checkpoint experience. **Remember, you can put liquids of any size in your checked baggage. Important to Note about the 3-1-1 Rule... Larger containers that are partially-full are not allowed, Gallon size bags or bags that are not zip-top, such as fold-over sandwich bags are not allowed. To ensure the health and welfare of certain air travelers, items greater than 3 ounces of the fol-lowing are permitted through the security checkpoint in reasonable quantities:

Baby formula, breast milk, and juice for infants and toddlers

All prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, and aerosols)

including eye drops and saline solution for medical purposes Liquids including water, juice, or liquid nutrition or gels for passengers with a

disability or medical condition (a doctor’s note is required) Items used to augment the body for medical/cosmetic reasons such as mastec-

tomy products, prosthetic breasts, bras containing gels, or other liquids Gels or frozen liquids needed to cool medically related items, such as medicines,

used by persons with disabilities or medical conditions You are allowed reasonable amounts over 3 ounces of the above items in your carry-on baggage, but you will need to perform the following:

Separate these items from the liquids, gels, and aerosols in your zip-top bag

Declare you have the items to one of the Security Officers at security checkpoint

Present these items for additional inspection once reaching the X-ray. Any liquid, gel or aerosol, such as coffee or soda, purchased in the secure area be-yond the security checkpoint is allowed aboard your plane. Please note that if you have a layover and are re-screened at your connecting airport, the above rules will be applied.

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Item Personal Items Carry-on

All Make-up - You are allowed to carry any liquid/gel/cream make-up item provided that the container is up to 3 oz., as per the 3-1-1 rule. *mascara, chap stick, lip gloss, etc are all considered liquids.

Yes

Safety Razors - includes disposable razors. Yes

Saline solution - You are allowed to carry up to 3 oz., as per the 3-1-1 rule. Volumes greater must be declared to the Security Officer.

Yes

Tweezers & Scissors - plastic or metal with blunt tips or metal with pointed tips and blades shorter than four inches in length.

Yes

Shampoos & Conditioners - must be in 3 oz. or smaller container inside your 1 qt Ziploc bag

Yes

Toothpaste - 3 oz. or smaller container inside your 1 qt Ziploc bag Yes

Umbrellas- allowed in carry-on baggage once they have been inspected to ensure that prohibited items are not concealed.

Yes

Walking Canes - allowed in carry-on baggage once they have been inspected to ensure that prohibited items are not concealed.

Yes

Item Electronics Carry-on

Camcorders & Camera Equipment - the checked baggage screening equip-ment will damage undeveloped film in camera equipment. We recommend that you pack undeveloped film in your carry-on baggage.

Yes

Laptop Computers, Mobile Phones, Pagers, PDA Yes

Item Food & Drinks Carry-on

Beverages - from home or purchased before reaching the security checkpoint in containers LARGER than 3 oz.

No

Beverages - from home or purchased before reaching the security checkpoint in a 3 oz. or smaller container and in your quart-size bag.

Yes

Beverages - purchased after security screening Yes

Medications, baby formula/food, breast milk, & juice - allowed in rea-sonable quantities exceeding 3 oz and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint.

Yes

Canned or jarred goods - such as soup, sauces, peanut butter, fruits, vegeta-bles and jellies (3 oz. or smaller container)

Yes

Cheese - in pressurized containers (3 oz. or smaller container) Yes

Duty free alcohol and other items (some restrictions apply) Yes

Airline Regulations for Baggage

For additional information or clarification please visit: www.faa.gov

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About The Holy Land & Travel Abroad

Language: The official language of Israel is Hebrew and Arabic. However English is widely spo-ken and most signs appear in English as well. Average Temperatures: During January the averages are as followed: Daytime Average: 61 oF Nighttime Average: 47 oF Israel has a Mediterranean climate characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters.

Hotels Accommodations: We using Deluxe Five Star hotels. Mini-bar items and access to pay TV channels are at your own expense. In some hotels, key cards operate the room’s lighting system and/or the elevator. All hotels offer a hair dryer in the bathroom. Most hotels provide toiletries (shampoo, soap, lotion), and we recommend that you bring an adequate supply of con-ditioner with you. Electricity: The voltage used is 220 volts AC, single phase 50 cycles (the U.S. uses 110/120 volts). Unless you use a high quality electric current converter, the heavier voltage will burn out electrical equipment you wish to use abroad. Before leaving home, purchase an international adapter so your two-prong plug will connect to the various local electri-cal supply outlets (check that it is sufficiently powerful for your appliance ), and a con-verter to convert the 220 volts purchased at better electrical supply stores. Stores such

as Radio Shack, Walmart, K-Mart, Target sell adaptor/converter kits readily. Buying elec-trical devices in foreign places is not recommended unless you are sure that the current they use is compatible with the current at home. It will likely cost you more than the original price to have an appliance converted. Telephone: Bring your cellular phone, but make sure to contact your wireless phone provider and inform them that you will be traveling overseas. Most have an "international plan" that you should sign up for. This will allow you to make calls to the United States while you are out of the country using your wireless phone. You can also check with your carrier for the exact rates in the countries where you'll be traveling. Travelers need to be especially careful of cell phone data charges. The rates for data are far

more expensive than for roaming voice calls and text messages. If your cell phone has a data plan, be sure to turn data roaming "OFF" to avoid these potentially high fees. A Magnificat book has been provided to you for daily prayer and reflection. Please note you can now download the Magnificat App to your smartphone. However it will require international data consumption so make sure you have an international data plan prior to departure with your provider. This will be at your additional cost with your mobile provider.

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Calling Israel from the USA: If your family wishes to call you during the pilgrimage

from within the US, you must first dial 011, then then the country code of 972, which is then followed by the area code, followed by the telephone number. Calling the USA from Israel: To make a direct international call, first dial 00, lis-ten for the tone, and then slowly dial the country code (1 for the US and Canada, just like at home), the area code, and the local number. Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi): The motor coach bus, which will provide all your ground transportation during the pilgrimage, is equipped with FREE Wi-Fi access. Depending on your mobile device, you may have to configure it to connect to the network, but you will be able to send/receive emails while on the bus; this can save you potentially $15-20 a day in hotel

Internet access fees (depending on the hotel). Terrain: Israel is based on a myriad of old buildings. There are split-levels and uneven surfaces everywhere; please watch your step! Due to the structure of old buildings, access to some establishments may not be convenient for wheelchair use and facilities for the disabled in general may be limited. Many areas are pedestrian only and have cobble-stones. High-heeled shoes are not suitable for cobblestone streets, instead rubber-soled walking shoes are recommended. Many streets are narrow, and due to strict traffic regulations the buses are not always permitted to drop groups off directly in front for their destination. Please be prepared to walk. Photography:

If using a digital camera, we recommend you bring an extra memory card (just in case). Be sure to also bring extra batteries or a charger for your camera. Photogra-phy is not allowed in some churches, museums and in some security conscious facili-ties. Taxis: All transportation is included, but should you wish to venture on your own, be wary of any person approaching you offering unofficial taxi services. Choose only those vehicles with a meter and a taxi sign. Local Customs / Social Conventions: A different way of life in some countries may take you by surprise, but if you travel with an open mind and respect local customs, you should find it easy to adapt to and enjoy your new surroundings. Standards of living may not be quite what you are used to, but there are compensations – a closer sense of reality and an authentic feeling of locale. Due to cultural differences you may not be greeted quite as cheerfully as back home; smiling is generally reserved for intimate friends. Be wary of people presenting them-selves as “instant friends.”

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Meals:

Breakfast, lunch and dinners are included throughout your stay beginning with your welcome dinner on January 5 to your dinner on January 13. Breakfast and dinner will be served in our hotel’s main dining room and will be buffet style. Lunches will be at local restaurants and do not include drinks. Breakfast and dinner include mineral water and wine. Please plan to enjoy your dinners around 7:00pm each day. During the drinks reception at Inbal Hotel on Sunday, January 13, soft drinks and wine are in-cluded. There will also be refreshments served during the meetings with Dr. Scott Hahn. Unlike in the US, it is frowned upon to take food out of the room. While some restaurants may be able to provide for a special diet, such as vegetarian or sodium-free, there is no way for us to guarantee this. Tap Water: While most local tap water will not hurt you, due to differences in mineral and micro-biotic levels, we recommend that you avoid consuming local tap water, as it may upset your stomach. Shopping: Most stores and businesses are closed on Saturdays throughout the Israel. Stores are open daily Sunday to Friday. Throughout the year, other than on holidays, most businesses/offices are open on the following days: Stores: Sundays - Thursdays 08:00 - 19:00 Fridays - 08:00 - 14:00 (some stores close in the afternoon between the hours 13:00 - 16:00)

Israel provides magnificent opportunities to the shoppers with its state of the art shopping mall along with the local market to catch up with some of the local artifact as the souvenirs. The problem is that we really do not have much time allocated for “ shopping” Israel offers a wide choice of shopping to shoppers with an array of shops especially at the Arab markets where one can hit a bargain. Tourist buying leather goods from the shops enlisted to the Ministry of Tourism and are paying in foreign currency get exemption from VAT ( see VAT notes) and can also enjoy a discount. The Israeli market is best to buy the jewelry , diamonds and other pre-cious stones along with ceramics, embroidery, glassware items and Christian reli-gious articles handmade olive wood statues. Some malls close later in the day and are open Saturdays after sundown. Ask your tour escort for regional specialties products which the countries/cities in your itinerary are known for small, light items that you can easily carry home make splendid and festive gifts. Don’t forget to buy something nice for yourself too, to evoke pleasant memories of your vacation abroad once you return home. Whenever traveling abroad, be aware of your personal belongings when shopping in crowded areas. If you purchase a video or DVD, please check very carefully that it is compati-ble with your home viewing system.

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Currency and Money Currency Exchange: The SHEKEL(ILS) is the currency of Israel. As of December 4, 2012:

$1.00 (USD) = 3.81 (ILS) // 1.00 (ILS) = $0.26 (USD)

Keep in mind that this is the "pure" exchange rate and any form of currency ex-change has some fees associated. For up to date currency exchange rates please visit www.xe.com. It is hardly necessary to change currency during your Holy Land journey as most shops will take US dollar.

Money: Make sure to bring along a credit card for convenience and security. Visa or Master-Card are the best options, as American Express is not accepted in many stores. Please be aware that Discover Card is not accepted in almost all of Israel. You may also choose to bring traveler's checks, however not all shops/restaurants accept them due to the devaluation of the US dollar. If you would like to carry cash, we recommend that you exchange USD at your local bank prior to departure in or-der to obtain the best exchange rate. It is also practical and cost effective to with-draw local currency using your ATM/Debit card during your trip. Be advised that exchanging money at airports, your hotel or local change booths will result in fees that are extremely high. Most banks in Israel are open Monday through Friday from 9am to 4:30pm, and a few are open Sunday Saturday; ask at your guide or hotel staff for the location of the one nearest you. USD dollars can be used throughout your trip, make sure to bring lots of $1, $5, $10 bills. Currency exchanges are also at most air-

ports and train stations and along most of the major boulevards. They charge a small commission. Make sure to bring along a credit card for convenience and secu-rity. **It is recommended that you contact your local bank/credit card companies before departing to advise them you will be traveling so that they do not put a hold on your cards when an international transaction is made.**

We are frequently asked, "How much money should I bring with me?" Each person is different. The type of snacks you prefer for example, can make a big difference (restaurant vs. cafe). Are you planning on purchasing mementos for yourself or loved ones? We recommend that the minimum spending money you should bring with you/budget for, in addition to the suggested tips, is the equivalent of $30.00 per person per day. Remember, you can always spend less, or bring money home! Credit Cards & ATMs: ATMs can be found just about everywhere in Israel and are accessible 24 hrs a day; most offer English as a language option. Be sure to find out your daily withdrawal limit before you depart. Also keep in mind that many banks impose a fee every time a card is used at a different bank's ATM, and that fee can be higher for international transactions (up to $5 or more). On top of this, the bank from which you withdraw cash may charge its own fee. For international withdrawal fees, ask your bank be-fore you go. You can also get cash advances on your credit card at an ATM.

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Value Added Tax (VAT) Refund: All prices in Israel include 16.5% VAT. On each purchase exceeding $200 (including V.A.T.), the V.A.T. will be refunded upon presentation of the special invoice at the port of departure. In order to acquire the refund, the following procedure must be obtained: 1.Look for the “tax refund” sticker on the business door or publications 2.Ask for a VAT refund invoice – the invoice must be an official ChangePalce docu-ment, which Is the official VAT refund broker in Israel. 3.At the airport VAT desk, show the original invoice, the green VAT tax form, and the goods you have purchased. 4.At the end of the procedure, you will receive a check drawn in your favor which may be cached at the same day. For additional information on the VAT refund http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VAT U.S. Customs: U.S. citizens who have been abroad for more than two days may return to the US with up to $800 worth of merchandise duty-free. For those who wish to bring more home, a flat rate of 3% duty is levied on the next $1,000 worth of purchases. It's a good idea to retain the receipts from your purchases should they be requested by a Cus-toms Inspector upon your return to the US. For details visit the U.S. Customs and Bor-der Protection website: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel

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Tipping: Tipping of your Guide & Driver: Although tips are an important part of guides’ and drivers’ earnings, we do ask that you tip them according to your discretion and satisfaction. We rec-ommended the following tipping schedule (per each person). Tip envelopes are enclosed for your convenience. Please bring a total of $110. (USD) per person and place in enclosed “tip en-velopes” as follows: • Guide: Total $80-$100 (approximately $8-10 per day) • Driver: Total $30-$40 (approximately $3-4. per day) It is suggested to provide the tour escort and the bus driver their tip money day prior your return. Spiritual Director / Your Priest: Gift or donation to Spiritual Director is at your own discretion. Tips to restaurants, hotel staff, luggage handlers and bell boys are included in your package price. No additional tips should be given.

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What is a Pilgrimage?

A Pilgrimage differs from a tour in several important ways. It is a personal invitation from God, comprised of His offer and dependent upon the pilgrim's acceptance. God's call may vary but the purpose remains consistent– it is an individual summons to know God more fully. A pilgrimage is a spiritual journey to which the pilgrim joyfully re-sponds "yes" to God's invitation. Although in previous centuries many trials were intrinsic to a pilgrimage, the modern pilgrim has an abundance of affordable travel options. Yet the purpose is still a jour-ney to a holy, sacred place to usher the pilgrim into the presence of God. The pilgrim must embark on this journey with joyful anticipation, being willing tempo-rarily to separate himself from the world and to offer him/herself in humble service to another. A successful pilgrimage involves a commitment to leave behind one's prob-lems and to focus instead on seeking to learn more about our heavenly Father, mak-ing one's heart full of desire for special graces, praises, petitions, and thanksgiving, returning home transformed, renewed and restored by the abundant blessings re-ceived. A pilgrimage is a time of prayer and to witness the miraculous signposts God has left for our return to Him. Ask God to bless you with a heart that will be receptive to the treasure chest of graces He desires to shower upon your pilgrimage. The success of your spiritual journey will depend upon your openness, faith, flexibility, and love. Pilgrimages, journeys to sacred places for religious motives, are as old as civilization.

Since the earliest times such journeys have been made as acts of devotion, penance, or thanksgiving or in search of blessings or miracles.

How to Prepare for Your Pilgrimage

Our pilgrimage is packed full of spiritual activities and sightseeing. We do not include much free time for recreation, such as shopping, because our desire is to offer you the most comprehensive pilgrimage possible. However, all tours/activities are optional, and if you feel you are unable to keep up with the pace of the tour, manage the ter-rain, or would like free time for your own interests, you are welcome to refrain from participating in any aspects of the program you desire (no refund can be issued for any part of the tour you choose not to participate in). It is important to note that the amount of walking is significant, and the terrain varies greatly throughout the tour. For this reason, we would like to offer you some recommendations, and we ask you sincerely to read them carefully. Before your pilgrimage, you should begin preparing physically and spiritually. Those not accustomed to physical activity begin walking briskly once per day and try to build up to 2-3 miles with no discomfort. Pray for Jesus and His Blessed Mother to open your heart and mind to be responsive to new perspectives, ideas, cultures, etc.

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Holy Land with Dr. Scott & Kimberly Hahn January 4 -14, 2013

31 “The world is a book, those who do not travel read only a page.” - St. Augustine

206 TOURS PILGRIMS PRAYER Dear God, We are Your pilgrims, and are on our way to You. Anoint us to do Your will as we travel on this journey. Help us give a hand of friendship and love to fellow pilgrims. May the joy of your dwelling in us draw us closer to each other and to You. Give us strength to persevere when we get too tired. Give us understanding of different nationalities, cultures, wealth, poverty and mentalities. Give us patience and grace to accept diversity in food, services and people that we encounter. Remind us to offer gratitude, to our hosts, tour guides, hotel and airline personnel Expand our vision to recognize Your plan. Warm our hearts by the flame of Your love, so that we may share it with others too. Open our lips so that we can speak Your Word and words of love. Expand our arms so that we can embrace each other and all who need hugs Speak to us so that we may discern the role that You have for us. Send us breeze when it gets too hot, and sunshine when it’s raining hard. Help us to love, pray, forgive, embrace, see and discover. Help us to remember: We responded to Your calling to make this journey, we are Your pilgrims, going towards You and for You. If we feel lonely, we will remember, that we are not alone, as with each step we take You are right alongside of us. And if at times, the road is too rocky, if the weather gets too stormy, if it gets dark, if our hearts grow numb, heavy, empty, shivering, broken, then, especially then, help us to remember- how much You love us. We promise to remember, that You hold our souls. And always, God, help us to live according to your will. Amen We at 206 Tours promise to keep you in our prayers, please keep us and all of our pilgrims in yours. Please encourage others to be a pilgrim, regardless if pilgrimage is around the block or around the world. God Bless! 206 Tours

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