A pilgrim is not a pious tourist. A pilgrim and a tourist may follow the same itinerary, but the pilgrim is on a sacred journey in which God is encountered through places, people and situations. The tourist sees sights, discovers new places, learns interesting facts, takes photographs and accumulates souvenirs. The tourist returns home the same person as the one who left, save perhaps for a broadened mind. The pilgrim gains insights and discerns new truths about oneself. The pilgrim travels with the expectation that the one who returns will not be the same person as the one who set out.

The pilgrim has his or her mind on ultimate things. He or she will not become a slave to a timetable or be distracted by gift shops. Time will be allowed for “holy idleness”. The pilgrim sets out open to the possibility of having identity and faith challenged. The outcome of the pilgrimage will be the transformation that has taken place inside the person. The pilgrim will return with an impression imprinted on the soul, rather than in the memory of a digital camera.

Consider joining Pastor Dave on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land this October, 2013. Click here to find out how to register.

October 14-25, 2013

Modern day Israel is a living museum full of stories.

Join Pastor Dave as he leads a group to the Holy Land this Fall - with the added bonus of returning home through Rome!  As you retrace the steps of Jesus during his ministry, Pastor Dave will provide you with an understanding of the significance of this land.

The itinerary traverses the country from Nazareth to Bethlehem to the old city of Jerusalem, and completes the experience by exploring the Christian experience of first century Rome and its lasting beauty.

Cost: $4199, including flights, hotel, breakfast, dinner, and entrance-fees. Price is based on dual occupancy.  $500 deposit required to register, balance due by July 3.  E-check, debit, and credit cards accepted online. 

Register online now - don't wait, space is limited!

Contact: Hank Paz, hankp@archertravel.com

Note: Montrose Church is handling the initial registration for this trip.  Trip arrangements, ticketing, cancellation/refund policies, etc. are the responsibility of Archer Travel and, as such, are subject to their policies and procedures.