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Greece Pilgrimage

In the Footsteps of St. Paul with Greek Isle Cruise

March 29 - April 8, 2027

with Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR ’89 and Dr. Ralph Martin

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11 Day Pilgrimage

For eleven days you will follow the footsteps of St. Paul and experience beautiful sites throughout Greece. Visit Philippi where Paul the Apostle delivered his first sermon and established the first Church in Europe, Mars Hill in Athens where he spoke to the Athenians, Corinth and the site of St. Paul’s trial by Gallio, and more! You will even visit the House of the Virgin Mary in Ephesus in Turkey where she lived until her Assumption according to Catholic Doctrine. A popular Pilgrimage site, this Shrine has even received several papal visits and blessings. On your 3-day cruise you will discover the captivating and beautiful Greek Islands like Mykonos, Crete, and Santorini.

Experience the holy sites of:

Thessaloniki • Philippi • Kavala • Kalambaka • Meteora • Athens • Corinth • Cruise (Celestyal Cruises) • Mykonos • Kusadasi • Ephesus (Mary's House) • Patmos • Heraklion • Santorini

March 29 - April 8, 2027

Greece Pilgrimage

Estimated Package Price

(Including air fare)

$7,594-8,479

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$500 deposit due at time of registration

Enrollment Deadline: LIMITED CAPACITY - RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

Itinerary for Greece Pilgrimage

Subject to change

1

Monday, March 29

Day 1

  • Depart for Greece
2

Tuesday, March 30

Day 2

  • Arrive in Athens
3

Wednesday, March 31

Day 3

  • Athens
4

Thursday, April 1

Day 4

  • Excursion to Corinth
5

Friday, April 2

Day 5

  • Athens
  • Start 3-day Cruise
  • Celestyal Cruises to Mykonos
6

Saturday, April 3

Day 6

  • Kusadasi
  • Ephesus (Mary's House)
  • Patmos
7

Sunday, April 4

Day 7

  • Heraklion
  • Santorini
8

Monday, April 5

Day 8

  • Meteora
9

Tuesday, April 6

Day 9

  • Veria
  • Thessaloniki
10

Wednesday, April 7

Day 10

  • Thessaloniki: Excursion to Philippi and Kavala
11

Thursday, April 8

Day 11

  • Return Home
Franciscan Univeristy has partnered with 206 Tours to journey with you on this pilgrimage.

Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR ’89

Spiritual Leader

Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, became president of Franciscan University of Steubenville on May 21, 2019. The well-known Catholic speaker and author graduated from Franciscan University with his BA in theology in 1989, then earned an MDiv, MA in theology, doctorate in education, and executive juris doctorate. A solemnly professed member of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Province of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis of Penance, Father Pivonka was ordained to the priesthood in 1996. Father Pivonka held leadership positions at Franciscan University from 1996-2008 including as vice president for Mission and Planning. For his province, he directed Post-Novitiate Formation (2008-2012) and Franciscan Pathways ministry (2012-2019). He has hosted multiple video series including The Wild Goose on the Holy Spirit, Sign of Contradiction on St. Francis of Assisi, Metanoia on conversion, and in 2024, 10th Hour Production’s My father’s Father on God the Father. He has written seven books, including Living Metanoia: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in Christ (OSV, 2021) and his most recent, Joyful Sons and Daughters: Embracing the Father’s Love (Word Among Us, 2024). Father Pivonka also hosts Franciscan University Presents on EWTN and the In Person, In Focus, and the My father's Father series on Faith and Reason.

Dr. Ralph Martin

Ralph is the president of Renewal Ministries (www.renewalministries.net), an organization devoted to Catholic renewal and evangelization. Renewal Ministries is the sponsor of “The Choices We Face” a widely viewed weekly Catholic television and radio program distributed throughout the world and engages in a wide variety of mission work in more than 30 countries. He holds a doctorate in theology from the Angelicum University in Rome. Pope Benedict XVI appointed Ralph as a Consultor to the Pontifical Council for the New Evangelization where he served a 12-year term. He was also appointed as a theological expert for the Synod on the New Evangelization. He is the author of the widely read The Fulfillment of All Desire: A Guidebook for the Journey to God Based on the Wisdom of the Saints, and many books on spirituality and evangelization as well as many articles in scholarly and popular publications.. His latest books are A Church in Crisis: Pathways Forward, and A Life in the Spirit: A Memoir. He and his wife Anne reside in Ann Arbor, Michigan and are parents of six and grandparents of nineteen.

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About the Greece and Saint Paul

The important role that Greece has played in history is widely known; philosophy, the arts, medicine, democracy. But there is also a great page in the history of Christianity: early days of Christianity and the ministry of the Apostle Paul! This amazing man, moved by the Holy Spirit preached “good news” to Jews and Gentiles. Traveling along the major trade routes of the Roman empire and visiting large thriving communities of Asia Minor and Greece his mission was accomplished; Christianity became the biggest religion in the world. Our tours are not just tours; they are an inspiring journey to the actual places where the Apostle Paul lived and preached God’s word. Travel with our bible-oriented guides down timeless roads; take time to pray and rejoice in the ancient biblical sites; visit thousand-year-old Churches and temples; and encounter a unique spiritual experience that will help you to better understand “The Steps of Paul” selecting bible-oriented guides, incorporating lectures and providing printed material, for people to achieve a deeper understanding of the Apostle Paul and his work.

Why should you go on a Catholic pilgrimage?

Our lives can become very busy. That busyness can overwhelm us, and often times, we need to intentionally set aside time to quiet our hearts and turn our attention to God.

On a Catholic pilgrimage, you will not only experience a silence and atmosphere helpful for prayer, but you will travel in community, guided by spiritual leaders and supported by fellow pilgrims.

We invite you to join the Franciscan University community as we embark on a pilgrimage of faith!

Questions? Contact us!

740-284-5847

pilgrimages@franciscan.edu

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