Wednesday, April 22, 2009 AM–May 3, 2009 11 PM
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Walk in the footsteps of Jesus in the sacred land of the three Abrahamic faiths as Canon John Peterson leads a pilgrimage to the Holy land in Spring 2009. Peterson, who served as dean of St. George’s College in Jerusalem for twelve years, provides an insiders’ view of the sites and rich cultural history of the region.
On this trip you will visit the biblical places that inform our faith and experience firsthand the ancient practices that have enriched pilgrims throughout the centuries by worshiping at the great sites of Christianity, such as Bethlehem, Nazareth, the Mount of the Beatitudes, and Jerusalem. Experience the culture and history of the region through lectures, local cuisine and contemplative walks in sacred spaces, worship services, evening events, and hospitality of the many different peoples in the Holy Land.
Situated in the heart of Jerusalem, accommodations at St. George’s College provide guests with a perfect haven for reflection and rest in the center of town. Modest, recently renovated double occupancy rooms, each with a private bath and individually controlled heat and air conditioning, are provided.
The pilgrimage cost of $3300 per person includes accommodations, all-inclusive of meals, lodging, activities and transportation during the stay. Also transportation to and from the airport for those who meet the group flight in Tel Aviv. Airfare and insurance is additional. Group rates for air travel are available through Peter’s Way Tours by calling 1 (800) 225-7662.
View or download Pilgrimage to the Holy Land brochure (PDF). For more information please contact Kathy Spaar at kspaar@cathedral.org or (202) 537-2373.
The Rev. Canon John L. Peterson is the Cathedral’s first canon for global justice and reconciliation. Before coming to the Cathedral, Canon Peterson served as the secretary general of the worldwide Anglican Communion, headquartered in London. The Anglican Communion Office is organized to provide support and counsel to the Anglican Consultative Council, the Primates Meeting, the Lambeth Conference, and the role and person of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Before his appointment as secretary general, Canon Peterson was the dean of St. George’s College, Jerusalem, for 12 years.