Turkey and Greece Bible Trips: Explore the Footsteps of Paul and the Early Church
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Turkey and TRAVEL TO WITH MVNU Greece Learn more or register today! www.mvnu.edu/bibletrips
So…Where Are We Going? mvnu.edu/bibletrips
So…Where Are We Going? mvnu.edu/bibletrips
Republic of Turkey • Modern Turkey established in 1923 • 81 million inhabitants • Largest city – Istanbul (15 million) • Capital – Ankara (5.4 million) • Inhabitants since 10,000 BC! • Rich in art, music, literature, history, religion, and… food mvnu.edu/bibletrips
Istanbul Troy Pergamum Ephesus
Republic of Greece • 11 million inhabitants • Largest city & capital – Athens • Unitary parliamentary republic • Modern Greece established in 1821 • Cradle of Western Civilization • Earliest evidence of humans 270,000 BC • Rich in archaeology, music, tourism, history, philosophy, and… food mvnu.edu/bibletrips
Delphi Athens Corinth Mars Hill
What kind of trip is this? An academic trip, offering undergraduate and graduate credit through MVNU.Great opportunity to take multiple classes. • Who can go? MVNU Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni,Pastors, Friends • When does it take place? February 21-March 7,2020;classes take place during spring semester 2020. • Why? Follow the footsteps of Paul and the Early Church; explore the land, culture, food, and history of the Bible;consider the cross-cultural issues and differences between Middle East, Europe and the USA. mvnu.edu/bibletrips
ClassesOffered: • BIB1014 – Narrative of Scripture OR BIB1013 – NT History and LiteratureDr. C. Jeanne Serrao • BIB3043 – Life and Letters of Paul - Dr. C. Jeanne Serrao • BIB2084 – History & Geography of the Biblical Lands - Dr. C. Jeanne Serrao • THE3003 - Christian Beliefs and Convictions - Dr. Eric Vail • THE4093 – Seminar in Theology: Eastern Theological Tradition - Dr. Eric Vail • CHH3013 - Christian Heritage I - Dr. Hank Spaulding • ITD1009 - Crossing Cultures Training and Experience (0-1)Dr. C. Jeanne Serrao • ICS2042 - Global Diversity and Intercultural Understanding Dr. C. Jeanne Serrao • ITD5013 - Contemporary Concerns - Prof. Carlos M. Serrao • Other classes may be added if demand arises mvnu.edu/bibletrips
How Much? Due Dates… • Total all-inclusive* cost = $4,550 (+ $20 Turkish visa) • Scholarships available; fundraising letter on website • Now – Register online and talk to advisor • April 1, 2019: $100 deposit due (refundable) • October 1,2019: 50% of payment due: approx. $2,195 • November 1, 2019: final payment due: approx. $ 2,195+ any single room supplements of $675 * Visit website for inclusions/exclusions mvnu.edu/bibletrips
What do I do next? Register online at mvnu.edu/bibletrips • Sign up for one (or more) class/es during spring registration; for independent studies see Dr. Jeanne Serrao • Secure your spot by depositing $100 by April 1 • Ask parents, relatives, and friends for donations in place of Christmas and birthday presents! There are Parent Plus Loans, etc. to help you pay for the trip. • What are your questions? Questions? mvnu.edu/bibletrips