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13 NARRE WARREN PARISH DAYS Holy Land WITH OPTIONAL OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY EXTENSION Watch the come alive on this most authentic journey live on location in the Holy Land of . Take the chronological road of ’ life from Bethlehem to Nazareth and Galilee to as we prepare for a powerful encounter into the heart of His passion. will then have the once-in-a-decade opportunity to attend the world-renowned Passion Play in the heart of Bavaria.

Accompanied by 10 NIGHTS / 13 DAYS MON 25 MAY - SAT 06 JUNE 2020 FR BRENDAN HOGAN Dead Sea (1 Night) • Bethlehem (2) • Nazareth • Cana • Sea of Galilee (3) • Mt Tabor • Mt Carmel • • • Jerusalem (4)

Optional post-pilgrimage extension: Oberammergau Passion Play - 2 nights - Munich (1) • Oberammergau (1) Shepherd’s Field , Bethlehem

Lake Galilee

MEAL CODES mystery of the Rosary here as we walk up to this Back in Nazareth township, enter inside (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = Dinner church dedicated to ‘The Magnificat’ – ‘My soul the of the Annunciation where a proclaims the greatness of the Lord’ (Lk 1:46). traditional cave becomes the focal point as DAY 1: MONDAY 25TH MAY – DEPART From here we come to the Church of St John we ponder Mary’s response “Let it be done to AUSTRALIA the Baptist, built over a natural grotto identified me according to thy word” (Luke 1:38). After DAY 2: TUESDAY 26TH MAY – VIA MT NEBO as the saint’s actual birthplace. celebrating Mass, we will visit the nearby TO DEAD SEA (D) Returning to Bethlehem, we enjoy a fascinating Church of St before entering the Arrive today into ’s capital Amman. We visit to Bethlehem University to engage with nearby Church, a Crusader travel out to ascend Biblical Mt Nebo for a local students in discussion before visiting the structure said to be built on the site of the spectacular Mass. Here, at the site where the beautiful chapel and Cultural Heritage Centre synagogue where Jesus read the Messianic Old Testament opened its door to the land of within the grounds. To cap off our visit, the passage in Isaiah 61 “The Spirit of the Lord is the New, looked over into the Promised students from the Hotel Management Institute upon me” ... Land and blessed who was to lead will prepare and host a special home cooked Travel on to the village of Cana this afternoon the under ’s protection (Joshua meal for lunch. where Jesus, at the request of His Mother, 1:6-9). It has been possible for archaeologists Continue to Shepherd’s Field to celebrate Mass performed his first miracle transforming to identify this sanctuary, thanks to the records in a local cave to commemorate the appearance the water into wine at the wedding feast (Jn left by two -visitors of the 4th & 5th of the to the shepherds on that first 2:1-11). Here, married couples may take the centuries of their travels in this region. One of Christmas night (Lk 2:8–16). opportunity to renew their wedding vows, these was , the pilgrim nun. and single and widowed pilgrims will receive a Our day will culminate at the Church of the His Holiness Benedict XVI, on his pilgrimage to special blessing. Nativity, the oldest complete church in the the Holy Land in 2009, said this while here on Christian world (6th century) and birthplace of Journey east to on the shores of Lake Mt Nebo: “Here, on the heights of Mount Nebo, Jesus. Bow low and enter the grotto through Galilee … “Go to Galilee and you will find him the memory of Moses invites us to ‘lift up our eyes’ the Door of Humility as we descend to the Holy there” (Mt 28:7). to embrace with gratitude not only God's mighty Manger where a silver star in the floor marks Sea of Galilee overnight works in the past, but also to look with faith and the actual spot where Jesus was born. The hope to the future which he holds out to us and DAY 6: SATURDAY 30TH MAY – SEA OF star’s inscription reads in Latin: Hic de Virgine to our world.” We too can seize this opportunity GALILEE (BLD) Maria Jesus Christus Natus Est (Here of the Virgin to thank God for our journey thus far and Mary Jesus Christ was born). Finally, we come Theme: The Public anticipate the blessings that are to come. to St ’s Cave where in 386 AD the saint Arise and set out on a spectacular day of We then travel nearby to our hotel on the spent 30 years translating the scriptures from pilgrimage as we set off toCapernaum , the shores of the Dead Sea. Here we will unwind Hebrew into Greek and Latin producing the first once fishing village of the first apostles Peter, and take the optional opportunity to float in vernacular version of the Bible! Andrew, James & John which also became the the salty waters said to have healing qualities. We will then visit the Milk Grotto, under the home town of Jesus and the scene of many of The experience is quite uplifting!! custody of the Franciscans in the Holy Land. The his miracles. Here he worshipped and taught Dead Sea overnight legend recalls how Mary spilt some milk while in the synagogue where he promised the Eucharist by saying: ‘I am the bread of life … DAY 3: WEDNESDAY 27TH MAY – DEAD breast feeding baby Jesus in the cave and this unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and SEA / BETHANY BEYOND THE JORDAN / is the reason for the “white” stone of the cave. drink his blood, you have no life in you’ (John BETHLEHEM (BD) Tradition also tells us that this site is the burial place of the innocent victims killed by Herod the 6:48-53). We make a visit to Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Great after the birth of Jesus. Continue on to Nof Ginosar Kibbutz, within one of the most recent archaeological and which is preserved the 1st century ‘Jesus boat’ religious discoveries. The five springs here form Bethlehem overnight painstakingly raised and restored from the a tributary of the , believed to be DAY 5: FRIDAY 29TH MAY – VIA NAZARETH muddy lakebed in 1986. the Baptismal site of Jesus by . TO THE SEA OF GALILEE (BLD) Set off from here on a traditional sailing vessel for We then cross the border into the Holy Land of Theme: The Formative Years of Jesus a spectacular Harvest highlight – a Private Mass Israel known as the land of the “fifth ”. We farewell Bethlehem this morning and in the centre of Lake Galilee. Here we will float Continue to Bethlehem, the City of . journey directly north to Nazareth, the town in quiet tranquillity and reflect upon the miracles Bethlehem overnight of Jesus’ childhood. Firstly, come to nearby of Jesus calming the storm and appearing to the DAY 4: THURSDAY 28TH MAY – MONDAY - Nazareth Village, an authentic non-profit apostles walking on this very water. BETHLEHEM & SURROUNDS (BLD) re-creation of the village life of Nazareth as in Continue back to the shore to enjoy the days of Jesus. Here we will take a parable- Theme: The Birth of Jesus a traditional ‘St Peter’s ’ lunch to rich walk back in time along the path which commemorate our Galilee experience. We firstly travel out toEin Karem, the birthplace brings to life the environment and atmosphere Journey north around the lake to remember of St John the Baptist and Church of the which shaped Jesus’ early years and ministry. the Galilean cities of Bethsaida and Korazim Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth “Why should I be Complete our memorable visit with a cursed by Jesus. These two cities along with honoured with a visit from the mother of my fascinating first-century meal in a stone-dining Capernaum became known as the ‘evangelical Lord?” (Lk 1:43). Pilgrims may choose to pray a area typical of the days of Christ. Mount of Beatitudes Cana Haifa Nazareth 3 Sea of Galilee Mt Carmel Mt Tabor ISRAEL ORAN

Jericho Amman

4 Jerusalem 1 Dead Sea Bethlehem 2

triangle’ because most of Jesus’ teachings and celebrate Mass by the shore before a picnic of the Jewish heritage, we will partake tonight miracles occurred there. In Korazim we will breakfast. in a Experience Meal (Erev ) rd enter the 3 century synagogue constructed of We journey south along the Jordan Valley to in a local Jewish home. Here we will ‘Taste & local black basalt stone. Jericho the ‘City of Palms’ and said to be the See’ the Jewish culture and how it relates to Visit Tabgha, site of the multiplication of the oldest inhabited city in the world dating back Christian faith while joining in with traditional loaves and (Mt 14:20) and pray within to the first hunter-gatherers around 9000 BC. prayers, blessings and songs with locals prior th to a delicious Middle Eastern Sabbath Meal. the 4 century church displaying Byzantine Stop by the famous Sycamore tree used to Jerusalem overnight considered to be some of the best in commemorate the story of the tax collector the Holy Land. Beneath the altar is the rock Zacchaeus who climbed the tree to see Jesus, DAY 10: WEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE – JERUSALEM (BD) believed to be where Jesus placed the loaves only to be singled out above the crowds. (Lk Theme: The Passion of Jesus and fish before blessing them. Finally, we 19:1-10). come to the Church of the Primacy of Peter Set out by coach to the Israel Museum. Across the valley we view the Mt of down by the shores of the lake. Here Jesus Embark on a fascinating outdoor orientation Temptation, where Christ was tempted by the challenged Peter and each one of us ‘Do you viewing of the Second Temple Scale Model of during his 40 day fast. really love me, feed my sheep’. Jerusalem as it was in the time of Jesus. In the Travelling west through the dry rocky adjacent Shrine of the Book Museum we view Sea of Galilee overnight landscape of the Judean Desert there are the Dead Sea Scrolls with our own eyes. DAY 7: SUNDAY 31ST MAY – MT BEATITUDES enough stones to illustrate ’s words “If We then come to Mt , described by / HAIFA / MT TABOR (BLD) you are the son of God, tell these stones to the psalmist as ‘holy mountain, beautiful in Theme: Mountains of Grace turn into loaves” (Mt 4:3). elevation, the joy of all the earth’ (Ps 48). We We begin our day at the Mount of Beatitudes Ascend to the spectacular lookout as we view firstly enter theCenacle room of the Last th for Mass as we take time in this special place the St George’s - a cliff hanging 5 Supper (Upper Room) where we commemorate to ponder Jesus’ message of happiness – the century complex carved into a sheer rock wall the institution of the Eucharist and the later on the Mount (Mt 5:1–12). Surrounded and still occupied today. descent of the at Pentecost. After by prayerful gardens overlooking the north Travel along the Jericho Road as we remember time here to sit and reflect we will continue to western shore of Lake Galilee, the eight sides the parable of the Good Samaritan and the Church of the Dormition identified as the of the Church represent the eight beatitudes journey through desert hills. place where the Virgin Mary died or ‘fell asleep’ as the name suggests. given by Jesus. Finally, we journey south on and up to Travel west to Haifa, the largest city in Northern Jerusalem – the City of our God. We then come to the vicinity of the to view the Dome of the Rock, El Aqsa Israel. Here the wraps Jerusalem overnight around three sides of Haifa with intoxicating and the (once known as blue and gold beaches. In this region we come DAY 9: TUESDAY 2ND JUNE – JERUSALEM (BD) the Wailing Wall). to the at Theme: The Passion of Jesus Enjoy some free time this afternoon to rest, where in the lower cave, was said to pray or explore the Old City at your own pace. Begin our Jerusalem pilgrimage as we have meditated on his victory over the false Pilgrims may elect to consider a sobering visit to proceed up to the Mt of Olives to visit the prophets of (1 Kings 18:1-40). the Yad Vashem (Holocaust History Museum) ‘Pater Noster’ Church where Jesus taught His to learn about the tragic events where six Finally, we come to the foot of Mt Tabor disciples the Lord’s Prayer (Mt 6:7–15). Enjoy a million Jewish victims lost their lives during the before ascending by taxis up the narrow panoramic view and photographic opportunity atrocities of World War II. winding road leading to the majestic summit. over the city. Walk down the Palm Sunday Here Our Lord’s divinity shone forth in the Road as pilgrims to the Dominus Flevit Church Before dinner we will meet with representatives Transfiguration (Mt 17:1-2). After some time for Mass, built on the site where Jesus wept from the Bereaved Families Forum in our to reflect in this breathtaking setting we will over Jerusalem (Lk 19:41–44). hotel meeting room. Here we will take the better understand Peter’s words ‘Lord it is good opportunity to listen to the courageous stories We then come down to the Garden of for us to be here’. of bereaved Israeli and Palestinian family Gethsemane, where we will enter the Church members as they share their extraordinary Return to Tiberias for rest before dinner. of the Agony containing the rock upon which journey of loss on the path of true Sea of Galilee overnight Jesus is said to have prayed before his arrest. reconciliation. Prepare then for a memorable pilgrim DAY 8: MONDAY 1ST JUNE – VIA JERICHO TO highlight as we move to the private garden Jerusalem overnight JERUSALEM (BD) for a secluded time of prayer and reflection DAY 11: THURSDAY 4TH JUNE – JERUSALEM (BD) Theme: Desert Encounters surrounded by ancient olive trees. Theme: The Death & Prepare for yet another pilgrim highlight this We then visit the commemorating Peter’s morning as we set off to a secret location triple denial of Jesus. On its roof rises a golden Arise very early this morning as we return to down by the shores of Lake Galilee to enjoy rooster atop a black cross recalling Christ’s the Old City of Jerusalem to commence our Breakfast with Jesus in the spirit of John 21:12 prophecy that Peter would deny him three , beginning from the when Jesus said to his disciples “Come and have times ‘before the cock crows’. Antonia Fortress where Jesus was condemned to death. We pray and follow in Our Lord’s breakfast”. In this picturesque setting, we will To deepen our experience and understanding footsteps along the actual to Every ten years affords pilgrims the great privilege culminate at the site of where we will INCLUSIONS of witnessing the world-renowned Passion Play celebrate Mass here in the Church of the Holy of Oberammergau. For over 300 years this Sepulchre. picturesque village in the Bavarian Alps has AIRFARES re-enacted the passion of Jesus, and people of Walk the stairway climbing to the actual site Economy Class return airfare from where the Cross of Jesus once stood. The glass every religious denomination have been drawn to Melbourne • (N.B. Airlines taxes are this cherished spectacle. panels reveal the natural rock below which we included on standard itinerary and may come to touch with our pilgrim hands. The history of the Oberammergau Passion Play subject to fluctuations) Also enter the Tomb of Christ, the site believed begins in 1633. During the Thirty Years’ War, to be where Our Lord lay buried for three days ACCOMMODATION & MEALS after much suffering and also many deaths before rising from the dead. Based on moderate standard hotel caused by the plague, the surviving population After breakfast back at our hotel we re-enter accommodation throughout with of Oberammergau vowed that they would the Old City precinct to the Church of St breakfast and dinner daily • Some perform the “play of the suffering, death and Anne, said to be built over the birthplace of lunches resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ” every ten the Virgin Mary. Continue to the adjacent TOURING & TRANSPORTATION years if they were spared from extinction. At Whitsun in 1634 they kept their promise for Pool of Bethesda where Jesus healed the Deluxe Air Conditioned Coach with driver the first time. As early as the middle of the 18th paralysed man (Jn 5:2–9). See the Lithostrotos • Professional Pilgrimage Escort / Local (pavement) in the Ecce Homo convent and Century spectators came to Oberammergau Guides • Sightseeing and Entrance Fees from all parts of Germany, attracted by the the Flagellation and Condemnation Chapels throughout itinerary • Porterage at hotels which so vividly commemorate the last hours great power and mystique of the play. In 2020 • Harvest Backpack, Pilgrims Journal and nd of Jesus’ life. the village will perform the play for the 42 Tour Wallet time, maintaining the continuity of this unique Continue this morning to Emmaus (Abu Gosh) world-famous event. where the Disciples recognised the risen Jesus NOT INCLUDED at the breaking of bread and exclaimed “Did Passport and visa costs (if applicable) • Over 2000 participants bring the story of not our hearts burn within us as he spoke to Tipping • Other meals not stated • Items Jesus of Nazareth to the ears and eyes of the us on the road?” (Lk 24:13-35). We enter here of a personal nature • Travel Insurance audience in a five-hour presentation on the through the gardens of this Benedictine church imposing open-air stage. Almost half of the built by the Crusaders and take time to reflect inhabitants of Oberammergau enact with great with gratitude on the Lord’s companionship devotion the story of Jesus, whose message with us along the road of our past days of gives billions of people hope and strength. pilgrimage. The play covers the period of Jesus entering Jerusalem and continues up to his death on Time for rest mid-afternoon before we the Cross and his resurrection. experience the spectacular Holy Shroud Exhibit in the Notre Dame Centre where Today is the highlight of our pilgrimage when pilgrims will gain a deeper understanding we attend the Passion Play. of Christ’s suffering and resurrection, while Oberammergau Region overnight viewing a full-size replica of the Holy Shroud DAY 14: SUNDAY 7TH JUNE – DEPART housed in Turin. GERMANY (B) For our final night together, we will enjoy a DAY 15: MONDAY 8TH JUNE – IN TRANSIT Special Celebration Dinner with spectacular views over all of Jerusalem. DAY 16: TUESDAY 9TH JUNE – ARRIVE AUSTRALIA Jerusalem overnight DAY 12: FRIDAY 5TH JUNE – DEPART FOR AUSTRALIA (B) POST-TOUR PRICING DAY 13: SATURDAY 6TH JUNE – ARRIVE AUSTRALIA AIR & TOUR $2,390* Twin Share

SINGLE ROOM TIPPING MADE EASY $690 $45 per person (includes flight Tel Aviv - Munich) INDICATIVE PRICING OBERAMMERGAU PASSION * Prices are based on a minimum group size of 15 TOUR CODE PV3020 PLAY - 2 NIGHTS OPTIONAL paying pilgrims, calculated as at April 2019. Prices EXTENSION remain subject to possible changes in the unlikely DATES Mon 25 May – Sat 06 June event of significant exchange rate variations, airfare Munich (1) • Oberammergau (1) increases or minimum group size contingencies. AIR & TOUR $6,890* Twin Share per person Single Rooms in Oberammergau are limited, further DAY 12: FRIDAY 5TH JUNE – FLY TO supplement may apply if single room allocation SINGLE ROOM $1,790 Supplement GERMANY FOR OBERAMMERGAU 2-NIGHT exceeded. PROGRAM (BD) TIPPING $220 per person Transfer to Tel Aviv airport for flight connections to Munich where we will transfer BOOK NOW * Prices are based on a minimum group size of 25 to our hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. paying pilgrims, calculated as at April 2019. Prices 1800 819 156 remain subject to possible changes in the unlikely Munich overnight event of significant exchange rate variations, airfare increases or minimum group size contingencies. DAY 13: SATURDAY 6TH JUNE – harvestjourneys.com/pv3020 OBERAMMERGAU - THE PASSION PLAY (BD) Today we travel to the village of Oberammergau, home to the world-renowned Passion Play.

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