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1 ]ÉâÜÇxç àé à{x _tçw Éy à{x U uäx I J H C I J 3 15, 2013 T C : $5,575 P P Dear Friends, Our church provides beautiful worship, enriching Bible studies, meaningful mission opportunities and delightful fellowship. In June, 2013, The Church of the Incarnation will offer a life-changing experience to journey to and through the Holy Land. Jerome, who translated an early version of the Bible into Latin, referred to Israel as the ifth gospel. His experience studying and writing there gave him so many new insights and experiences with our Lord that it felt as though he were meeting Jesus anew. Working closely with Morning Star Tours, we have carefully selected travel arrangements and accommodations that are safe, comfortable and memorable. In addition to an outstanding itinerary, we will also be joined on our trip by Dr. Carl Anderson, noted pastor, teacher and Old Testament scholar. Many of you have enjoyed his Tuesday Bible Studies offered last school year at our church. He has traveled to Israel numerous times and will share his knowledge and insights as we go. I m especially looking forward to joining you on our spiritual pilgrimage. My trip to Israel stays fresh on my mind, and gives me a deeper appreciation and insight into the Holy Scriptures and my relationship with God. We will renew our baptismal vows at the Jordan River, and share Holy Communion where Jesus called and cultivated friendships with his irst followers. We will offer prayers of healing where Jesus powerfully healed the sick, distressed and burdened. I m delighted to invite you to prayerfully consider joining me and Dr. Carl Anderson on this faith adventure. In Christ, Fr. Greg Methvin Vice-Rector

2 Be exalted, O God above the heavens; let your glory be over all the earth. ~ Psalm 57:5 M, J 3 D \à ÇxÜtÜç Our spiritual adventure begins as we depart from the U.S. for Israel! T, J 4 S W T A A C J We will be met and assisted through customs and introduced to our guide and driver. Wander the streets of old Joppa where Jonah set sail; see its port and the artists colony that has grown up around it. W, J 5 C C M C M A Explore the Roman theater, harbor, newly excavated hippodrome, and palace all built by Herod the Great in the days of Jesus. View the western end of the Jezreel Valley from atop Mount Carmel where Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal. Experience from these spectacular cliffs a sweeping overview of the Sea of Galilee and the biblical sites of Jesus public ministry. T, J 6 A S G S G A G B M B C C P B J R Climb aboard a replica of an ancient boat from Jesus time for a worship service on this famous freshwater lake. See irsthand the discovered remains of an ancient ishing boat dating back to the time of Jesus. Re lect on the powerful Beatitudes in a serene setting overlooking the sea. Walk the adopted hometown streets of Jesus, passing the remains of Peter s house and the synagogue where He preached. Stand in the pagan Roman worship center where Peter made his famous profession, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. Take this opportunity to be baptized in the waters where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. F, J 7 O G N M S H B S Visit a church built near the place Mary received the angel s visit and experience a village similar to the Nazareth where Jesus grew up. Explore excavations at this chariot city of King Solomon, including a view of the gathering place of the nations at Armageddon. Stand at the site where Gideon chose his 300 men for a battle that only God could win for them. Walk through the city seated in the shadow of the hill where the Philistines once displayed the slain bodies of King Saul and his sons.

3 S, J 8 T W" J153:3, Cross into Jordan to discover more biblical sites. B15:'5 J'534= Explore this ancient Decapolis city, one of the most incredible archaeological sites in the Middle East. P',+'( / Drive through the Jordan River Valley as we discuss the Samarian M3=3,3 +7 hill country of the Palestinian West Bank, and the State of Jordan. D1E,.1.=' Descend by bus to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the face of D'3: S'3 the earth. SE+7 +,.=' Lay back in the most.loatable body of water in the world and enjoy D'3: S'3 the special amenities this unique place offers. S, J 9 T P " L B'.=3,0 Visit the traditional baptismal site of Jesus, located on the Plains of 8'01,:.=' Moab where Moses spoke to the Israelites for the.inal time before J15:3, crossing the Jordan into the Promised Land. M16,. N'81 Stand on the mountain from which Moses saw the Promised Land before he died. M3:383 View the oldest mosaic map of the ancient Holy Land. A5,1, R+*'5 See the magni.icent canyon known in Arabic as the Wadi Mujab. D1E,.1 P'.53 Travel to Petra, a world wonder and without a doubt Jordan's most valuable treasure. M, J 10 P P'.53 Explore this city, carved out of rock more than 2,000 years ago and hidden amid the dramatic rock formations of Wadi Musa in Jordan.

4 T, J 11 U J J B T W M E G O Q Cross back into Israel and continue the route of the Israelites through the wilderness. Tracing the footsteps of the Israelites we will visit a replica of the Tabernacle and discover the signi icance of this holy place. Ride a cable car to the heights of Herod s palace and fortress where Jewish zealots made a inal stand against Rome. View the nature reserve with rock badgers and ibex, as well as the caves and waterfall where David encountered King Saul. Visit the site where the most important manuscript discovery of the modern era was made the Dead Sea Scrolls. U J Ascend by bus to the city of Jerusalem, a city like none other! W, J 12 J O J M O D F G G Savor the most famous view of the Old City of Jerusalem in anticipation of the days still ahead of us in the Holy Land. Walk down the paved path of this historic hillside and stop at a small church that remembers where Jesus wept over Jerusalem. Pause for a quiet moment of prayer at the Church of All Nations, nestled among the ancient olive trees where Jesus was betrayed. M J Visualize Herodian Jerusalem as it looked during Jesus time. I M S B Y V C S L S T, J 13 A R B U R H C W S T S C D E Browse highlights of biblical archaeology, the last remnant of Solomon s Temple, and the oldest copy of a biblical passage. Contemplate one of the great tragedies of modern history at Israel s memorial to the six million Jews killed in the Holocaust. Watch as the dramatic story of Jerusalem unfolds upon the walls of the Citadel in a breathtaking event of both sound and light. Come as a pilgrim to the Church of the Nativity, built near the place of Jesus birth in the Little Town of Bethlehem. Imagine the events of the Last Supper at this traditional location on Zion Hill. Wind through the streets and colorful bazaars of the Old City, stopping along the way to discover history that proves our faith. Explore the excavations of the southern steps of the Temple Mount, indeed some of the very steps on which Jesus walked. View the ruins of the original Canaanite city of Jebuse, which David made Jerusalem, the ancient capital of Israel. W S See the water shaft that Joab climbed to capture this city.

5 not My will, but Yours be done. ~Luke 22:42 T, J 13 ( ) P S See where the blind man washed mud off his eyes and received his sight from Jesus. H T Walk through this historic and amazing tunnel dug by Hezekiah to survive the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem. F, J 14 T P C W W W P B S. A C A F V D G C T G T F D A C Pray at the most sacred Jewish site in Jerusalem. See the pool where Jesus healed an in irmed man, and worship at the inest remnant of a Crusader church in the Holy Land. Weep at the place where Jesus was mocked by the soldiers and a crown of thorns was placed upon His head. Journey the Way of the Cross to the traditional site where Jesus gave His life for us. Re lect on Christ s sacri ice at the hill of Golgotha, or Place of the Skull, known as one of the traditional sites of Jesus cruci ixion. Walk into an ancient tomb similar to the one which Christ was buried and then have a communion service celebrating the resurrection of our Savior He is not here! He has risen! Dine at the historic American Colony Hotel, founded by Horatio Spafford who wrote the unforgettable words to It is Well with My Soul. The original manuscript hangs on the lobby wall. S, J 15 H B With heart-changing memories of our walk in the footsteps of history, we arrive back in the United States. He is not here! He has risen! ~Matt 28:26 F M I Marie Walls mwalls@incarnation.org (214) Morning Star Tours (972) tours@morningstartours.com T C $5,575 per person Double Occupancy He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. ~Isaiah 53:5 Single Occupancy: $975 additional P D $750 deposit due with registration $1,500 due by February 5, 2013 Balance due by March 15, 2013

6 INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST Air Transportation Round-trip transatlantic economy class from Dallas (DFW). A limited number of seats will be con irmed. Participants will be given these seats on a irst-come, irst-served basis. Airfare used is based on non-upgradeable economy class effective at date of publication. Airfares and airlines are subject to change should more seats be needed than allocated. Hotels First-class hotels, double occupancy. Hotels are subject to change without notice. Meals Breakfast and dinner daily except where noted on itinerary. NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST Lunches Also beverages at meals, other than coffee and tea with breakfast. Personal Expenses Such as passport fees, visas for non-us citizens, travel insurance, laundry, phone calls, etc. SPECIAL NOTES Reservations A deposit of $750 must accompany the reservation form for each participant enrolling in the tour. An additional partial payment of $1,500 is due by February 5, Final payment is due by March 15, Tour Prices All tour prices are based on costs, charges, taxes and US dollar exchange rates known at the time of booking. We regret should any of these costs change, a surcharge may be added to the cost of your tour. You would be noti ied prior to travel. Deviations & Changes Participant requests for deviations from itinerary are subject to space plus an applicable airfare surcharge, and a $50 deviation fee per person. To enable inalizing of group arrangements, requests and changes are not accepted less than 60 days prior to departure. Insurance Baggage, trip cancellation, and emergency medical insurance is STRONGLY recommended. Forms will be provided upon registration. Important: The exclusion of Pre-Existing Conditions is waived provided the premium is received no later than 21 days after the initial deposit for your trip. Sightseeing As itinerary speci ies, in deluxe motorcoaches with English-speaking guide. All entrance fees included in Israel and Jordan. Transfers All group transfers between airports and hotels. Porterage Porterage of one suitcase (standard size). Tips Tips to guides, drivers, and hotel staff. Taxes Airport departure taxes in the U.S. and Israel; amount is subject to change and is based on tax rates & fuel surcharges at time of ticketing. Jordan Travel Visa Entry visas and departure taxes. Single Room Occupancy A limited number of single rooms are available at an additional cost of $975 per person. Services Not speci ically mentioned above. Passports You must have a valid passport with expiration not less than 6 months after your return to the US. It takes about eight to twelve weeks to secure a passport so don t delay. Non-US passport holders must contact Morning Star Tours to con- irm need for visa. Passport information along with applications can be obtained on the WEB by going to: Cancellations All cancellation notices must be received in writing. Date of Cancellation Prior to February 5, 2013 February 5 to March 15, 2013 March 16, 2013 to departure Baggage Allowance Due to bus size we can only allow one checked piece, not to exceed 62 inches (length plus width plus depth) and 50 lbs. You may also bring one carry-on item. The tour operator reserves the right to make necessary changes to the itinerary. RESPONSIBILITY Morning Star Tours, with their of icers and staff, act only as agents for the various companies whose accommodations are utilized. They assume no responsibility or liability in connection with the services of any train, carriage, automobile, airplane, or other conveyance which will be used either wholly or in part. Neither will they be responsible for any act, error, omission, or any injury, loss, accident, or any delay which may be occasioned by reason of defect in any vehicle or through neglect or default of any company or person engaged in the conveying of passengers. Morning Star Tours accepts no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delays or changes in motorcoach, train, airplane services, or that of any other conveyance, sickness, accident, weather, strikes, war, quarantine, or other causes; and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the passenger. The airlines and/or other transportation companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time the passengers are not aboard their plane or conveyance. The passage contract, as issued by the airlines or other transportation companies involved with the tour, shall constitute the sole contract between the purchaser and the airlines or transportation companies and limit the responsibilities of the tour sponsors concerning the related travel and accommodations. Prices and schedules that appear in any brochure or website are based on current schedules and tariff rates and are subject to change without notice. Payment of deposit for this tour signi ies full understanding and acceptance of the above-mentioned conditions. Refund Policy Full refund less 50% of deposit Penalty of 50% of deposit plus $500 No refund J L B Hosted by Church of the Incarnation June 3 15, 2013 Tour Cost: $5,575 per person (based on double occupancy) Online Registration Available at: To reserve your place on this tour, please complete the reservation form and mail it with your $750 deposit. Additional information will be sent to you upon receipt of your reservation form and deposit. Name (as it will appear on your passport) Badge Name Date of Birth Address City State Zip Home Phone Cell A O : Dallas (DFW) Making Own Air Arrangements ($1,675 credit before February 5, 2013; $1,575 credit between February 5 and March 15, 2013; no credit after March 15, 2013) Is this your irst time to travel with Morning Star Tours? YES No, I traveled with MST in I am enclosing a $750 deposit (for each participant, due with reservation form) and will pay a partial payment of $1,500 per person by February 5, 2013, and the balance by March 15, I desire a single room ($975 extra). F P : C # Check (Make checks payable to Morning Star Tours) MasterCard Visa Discover 3 Digit Validation Code Expiration Date I authorize Morning Star Tours to charge my credit card in the amount of $750 per person and to automatically charge the credit card when payments are due (February 5 & March 15, 2013). The name and billing address are the same as above for this credit card (If not, please provide ) Mail or fax reservation forms to: M S T Tour #682 P.O. Box Dallas, TX Fax: (972) S Payment of deposit for this tour signi ies full understanding & acceptance of the conditions mentioned in the brochure/website.