Why is this trip unique for Catholics? Let me tell you why.
Most cruise lines think they know what you want. They plan their itineraries for gambling, touristy sites and beautiful skylines. They are not religious and usually have no regard for the Catholic faith. Because of that their “St. Paul Cruises” offer a mix of religious and secular excursions devoid of Masses and Catholic insights.
In our experience even “St. Paul Cruises” hosted by Catholic organizations, or sponsored by local parish groups are basically tagging along with the Cruise Ship Captain’s choice of ports and are never completely focused on Biblical sites.
We have developed a partnership with an excellent Greek cruise line that allows me to choose the ports-of-call. And what do suspect I did? Every port is a biblical, Catholic and St. Paul site.
We have secured a customized biblical itinerary that takes you to the BEST SITES related to St. Paul, Mary, St. John, the first councils of the Catholic Church, Rome and more. We conduct on-board seminars teaching on St. Paul, apologetics and the expansion of the early Church.
We have Mass at the most amazing sites like Mary’s House in Ephesus, outdoors in Corinth, the Cathedral in Athens and the Cathedral where Pope John XXIII served as priest in Istanbul. We always have holy priests to act as spiritual directors, hear our confessions and celebrate reverent Masses each day.
If Israel is where the Church was born–Turkey, Greece and Rome is where it grew up. Sail and tour the Second Holy Land with us as your escorts and guides You will not find a Saint Paul Cruise like this anywhere else.
Suicide—whatever mental/emotional problems induce some to commit it and which might even mitigate its culpability—is objectively a gravely evil action (CCC 2280-2283) and may never be licitly chosen. When committed in a sacred place such as a church or shrine, suicide effects the “violation” of that space and divine worship (as opposed to personal prayers) may not be offered there until the place is rehabilitated in accord with canon and liturgical law (1983 CIC 1211, olim 1917 CIC 1172; see also 1983 CIC 1376).
When Dominique Venner killed himself with a shotgun blast to the head inside Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral (indeed, it seems, within the sanctuary itself) he desecrated that great church.
If it turns out that Venner killed himself in protest over France’s new “gay marriage” law, then, besides condemning the classical scandal his deed produced, one may further observe that all he really accomplished was to make opponents of “gay marriage” look like kooks, and to deprive, for a time, the faithful of France of a particularly powerful place of worship from which to ask God’s help in preserving the natural and holy institution of marriage in their nation.
Don’t miss one of my more recent Pentecost MP3 recordings where I take you up to the Upper Room in Jerusalem and explain how the Church was born 50 days after Christ rose from the dead!! Let me know what you think of my recent newsletter.
The Last Nightmare A Short and Terrifying Story by Steve Ray Everything went blank for a moment, but that moment seemed like eternity. He felt a motion, not with wind and breeze, but a motion none the less. He was traveling, moving, floating, transcending-he wasn’t really sure. The sudden blackness gave him time to regain [...]
Ignoring U.S. bishops, the Catholic university will honor an abortion-rights supporter on Monday. By ANNE HENDERSHOTT (moving to Franciscan University of Steubenville in the Fall) At Boston College’s commencement ceremony on Monday, Cardinal Sean O’Malley won’t be in attendance. The leader of the Boston archdiocese announced on May 10 that he would not deliver his traditional graduation benediction at the Catholic school [...]
In his homily May 16 Pope Francis preached on the uncomfortable zeal of St. Paul. Zenit.org reports, “St. Paul exhibited a “healthy madness” that made him an effective evangelist, Pope Francis said in his homily at a Mass on May 16. “Paul is a nuisance,” the Pope told the congregation at the Domus Sanctae Marthae. [...]
I was recently asked why Evangelicals cannot see the Eucharist and Real Presence in the Bible. This person said that when they read the Bible it seems so clear — especially John 6 where Jesus says “Unless you eat my Flesh and drink my Blood . . .” and at the Last Supper when he [...]
It was another fun show. Good questions and lively discussion. The discussion turned especially lively when and ex-Catholic, now Southern Baptist pastor came on to show how little he really understood the teaching of the Church (though he thought he was the defined expert.) Here is the link to listen on-line and the MP3 download [...]
The room was pretty full. It was warm but a gentle breeze was blowing—that would change. There was fear in the room. The Roman army was a thing to be feared, they had just crucified Jesus and it was a dangerous thing to associates of an executed criminal. They were also anxious about the promise. [...]
Yes, the first Christians had a difficult time with the technical transition from scrolls to books. You will certainly appreciate the need for the first “tech guys”. Enjoy! I laughed so hard I had tears in my eyes!
Truth & Life just created a sticker encouraging people to “Download Jesus!” It is a easy way for people to get the FREE Truth & Life Bible app. (Endorsed by the Vatican). Click on the image below or scan the QR Reader.
As we all smile at ourselves: CHARISMATICS: Only 1 – Hands are already in the air. PENTECOSTALS: 10 – One to change the bulb, and nine to pray against the spirit of darkness. PRESBYTERIANS: None – Lights will go on and off at predestined times. ROMAN CATHOLICS: None, they only use candles. BAPTISTS: At least [...]
Listen to this letter and you will understand why we were emotional – and you’ll know if it is safe to come to the Holy Land. Comments from our wonderful pilgrims.
He took flesh from the flesh of Mary. He walked here in the same flesh, and gave us the same flesh to be eaten unto salvation. But no one eats that flesh unless first he adores it. … We do sin by not adoring. — St. Augustine (354-430), Explanation of the Psalms
Why is this trip unique for Catholics? Let me tell you why.
In our experience even “St. Paul Cruises” hosted by Catholic organizations, or sponsored by local parish groups are basically tagging along with the Cruise Ship Captain’s choice of ports and are never completely focused on Biblical sites. 
We have secured a customized biblical itinerary that takes you to the BEST SITES related to St. Paul, Mary, St. John, the first councils of the Catholic Church, Rome and more. We conduct on-board seminars teaching on St. Paul, apologetics and the expansion of the early Church.
If Israel is where the Church was born–Turkey, Greece and Rome is where it grew up. Sail and tour the Second Holy Land with us as your escorts and guides You will not find a Saint Paul Cruise like this anywhere else.
