Study Tour of Seven Churches of Revelation in Türkiye and Istanbul
Study Tour
The Seven Churches of Revelation in Türkiye and Istanbul Tour is an exciting opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the Apostle John and to explore the locations of the seven churches mentioned in the opening chapters of Revelation – Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamon, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea (also Colossi). These ancient cities were home to early Christian communities, all receiving significant letters contained in the New Testament. Our visits will include an overview of the archaeology and time to reflect on the biblical material.
Following a short internal flight, we will also visit the wonderful city of Istanbul – ancient Constantinople. We will visit Hagia Sophia (now a mosque but once the major church building of the Eastern Church), the Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, the underground cisterns and the Grand Bazaar. As this was the centre of the Eastern Empire, the city played a significant role in the advancement of Christianity and hosted four of the first seven ecumenical church councils.
Next Dates
16-25 September 2025
Purpose
- To enrich and deepen a personal relationship with God
- To enhance and inform future ministry and preaching
- To journey as pilgrims in body, soul and spirit, engaging afresh with familiar themes
- To give geographical context to the biblical narrative
- To give opportunity for worship at key biblical sites
- To give insight into starting points for further spiritual and/or academic development
Cost
Anyone is welcome to attend at full cost. Nevertheless, all active officers who have served for 20 years or more will be eligible to participate in one organised tour of Türkiye or Israel and the Palestinian Territories at half price.
The full cost is £2,400, which includes the benefit of an experienced guide, transport (including all flights and coach travel), high-quality hotel accommodation, food (breakfast and evening meals), all admissions, and travel insurance (if under 85 years of age). Please note that the cost does not include lunches, personal purchases, and travel costs of getting to and from the departure location (London Heathrow).
Please ask about single supplements.
See attached an information brochure. For more information and booking details, please email [email protected]
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