EXPLORING THE NORTHERN SAINTS

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1 EXPLORING THE NORTHERN SAINTS Visiting Lindisfarne, Whitby, Durham, Lastingham and Jarrow Led by The Revd John McManners A choice of two departures: July 2016 & 8-12 August 2016 Operated by Lightline Pilgrimages Ltd Coopersale Hall Farm, Epping, CM16 7PE Tel: info@livingthegospel.co.uk website:

2 Pilgrimage Celtic Christianity & the Great Northern Saints You are invited to join us on this Pilgrimage following in the footsteps of the Great Northern Saints who are associated with the north east of England and continue to inspire and encourage Christians into the 21st century. The writings of the Venerable Bede, one of England s greatest scholars, who tells of the lives of Aidan, Cuthbert, Hilda and Cedd - and all of their contemporaries - form the backdrop to a remarkable few days of journey and discovery. During our pilgrimage, we will visit places connected with these great Saints and other sites enriched with Celtic meaning and Christian history such as Durham, Holy Island, Whitby, Lastingham and Monkwearmouth. Thus we will discover something of the obedience of Aidan, the wisdom of Hild, the scholarship of Bede, the commitment to the church of Wilfrid, and the holiness and humility of Cuthbert all of them offering us, from centuries in the past, insights that are just as relevant to us as Christians of the 21st Century. Pilgrimage brings us into the company of God and heightens are awareness of the Communion of the Saints. I hope that we shall be blessed by your company, and I invite you to travel with us. who, when the night of this world is past, gives to his saints the promise of the light of life, Venerable Bede The Revd John McManners An expert on Celtic Christianity and the Northern Saints. A Priest, an author and a lecturer. Studied at Cranmer Hall and has written books on the Celtic Christianity and the Great Northern Saints. Spent all of his priesthood ministering in the North East and has led many Celtic pilgrimages for Living the Gospel.

3 Our Itinerary Day 1, Monday Starting our Pilgrimage We make our own way to Durham where we meet around 1pm. There will be an opportunity to put our suitcase on the coach which will collect us near to Durham Railway Station and then we proceed to Durham Cathedral for a guided tour followed by Choral Evensong. In the evening we check-in and have dinner at the George Washington hotel on the outskirts of Durham, which will be our base for the next four nights.

4 Day 2, Tuesday Whitby and Lastingham We leave our hotel after breakfast and drive to the famous seaside town of Whitby. At Whitby Abbey we learn about the life and witness of St Hilda. We will break for lunch in the town and have some free time to explore this quaint seaside town. In the afternoon we drive to the village of Lastingham to celebrate the Eucharist in the Crypt - a spiritual highlight for many. Return to our hotel in good time for dinner and overnight stay.

5 Day 3, Wednesday Bede s World & Monkwearmouth After breakfast we drive to Bede s World - a highly imaginative museum set in the grounds of St Paul s Monastery in Jarrow. We then continue to Monkwearmouth to visit St Peter s Church, a section of which dates back to the time of Bede and where we will celebrate the Eucharist. Late afternoon we return to our hotel arriving in good time to freshen up before dinner.

6 Day 4, Thursday Holy Island After an early breakfast we leave for our pilgrimage to Holy Island. We visit the English Heritage site of Lindisfarne Abbey and St Mary s Church where we celebrate the Eucharist. Weather permitting we may have an opportunity of a cruise from Seahouses to the Farne Islands. Return to our hotel in good time for dinner and overnight stay. Day 5, Friday Tour end & Journey home After breakfast transfers are provided from the hotel to Durham Station where we say goodbye to our fellow pilgrims and make our own way home. Please note this complex touring programme may be subject to minor local amendments

7 INCLUSIVE COST All Living the Gospel tours are carefully calculated to include all Items necessary to complete your tour at the advertised price. 4 nights at the 3-star Mercure George Washington Spa Hotel Board basis - B&B (Dinner supplement available) All entrance fees All lectures and visits The only items not included: Optional dinner supplement (highly recommended) - 79, Single room supplement (limited availability) - 159, Gratuities & gifts to churches - 20, Snack lunches, drinks, any items of a personal nature and travel from home to Durham and return **. Accommodation Four nights accommodation at the Mercure George Washington Hotel Golf and Spa. All rooms are ensuite with Flat screen TV, Coffee/Tea making facilities, Hair dryer, free wi-fi and Iron and ironing board. Accommodation is on a bed and breakfast basis with the option of a subsidised dinner supplement, which we recommend ( 79 for four dinners). Getting to Durham ** Please note that advance cheap fares to Durham are widely available three months prior to departure and you are strongly advised to visit your local station or check on the National Rail website to purchase your ticket in good time. When booking your return travel please make sure you book it for departure after 11:30 am. Booking your place To book your place on this tour please send a non-refundable deposit of 100 together with the completed booking form to:- Lightline Pilgrimages Ltd Coopersale Hall Farm, Fluxs Lane, Epping, CM16 7PE info@livingthegospel.co.uk Please make your cheques payable to: Lightline Pilgrimages Ltd

8 Living The Gospel For your protection & peace of mind LTG tours are operated by Lightline Pilgrimages Ltd. All monies paid for the holiday package are protected by a ABTOT policy. UK customers prepayments for non flight inclusive packages will be reimbursed, in the unlikely event of financial failure.