Testimonials - Pilgrimage 2008
October
22 – November 5, 2008 Holy Land Pilgrimage
Wow!
What an amazing trip!
We had such a diverse experience, from ancient ruins to modern museums,
from the dry, dusty desert to the lush greenness surrounding Jerusalem, from
country to city.
Isaac was the best guide ever.
We learned so much from him!
Thank you, Woody and Sharon, for leading us in this very spiritually
uplifting experience.
“I’ll never be the same again.”
God bless you both. A Broekema, Brampton ON
I
was impressed by the diversity of sites in Israel’s ancient capital and
elsewhere to witness where followers of the three monotheistic faiths have
prayed over the millennia.
There is a lot I didn’t understand, but I will follow up at home.
Warm hospitality and I look forward to travelling with you again.
God’s blessing on your ministry Woody & Sharon.
A Johnston, Edmonton AB
Moses
– the Exodus; David – Bethlehem; Jesus – Nazareth; and so much more.
It’s not possible to condense two awesome weeks into a few sentences.
All I can say is:
Thank you God!
T Bollinger, Red Deer AB
Thank
you for planning the great tour of the Holy Land.
I have enjoyed every bit of our travel and the spiritual knowledge
acquired.
You have a great tour guide, Isaac, and Armon, our “all smile”
driver.
It was a beautiful experience in the garden tomb and the garden of
Gethsemane! "I will never be the same again". The hotels were great
including the food! Thank you and blessings.
G Jayaratnum, Toronto ON
There
were a few truly memorable/unforgettable experiences: our service on the Sea of
Galilee, Nazareth Village, Beit She’an, Masada, seeing Mt Sinai, the Dead Sea,
service at Gethsemane, and service at the Garden Tomb.
Thanks for the experiences.
H & R Smith, Peterborough ON
Our
trip to Israel was an amazing experience from start to finish.
A well-organized tour of the Holy Land that we heartily recommend to all!
Fear not!!
Thanks again for organizing these tours.
It is definitely a ministry that is rewarding mentally, socially and
spiritually.
It was so nice to get to know both of you. L
& S Purdy, Paradise NL
Thanks
for everything.
It’s impossible to put into words this journey I will never forget.
I have been touched, blessed and filled.
When I read the scripture, it will come alive and be more meaningful.
The chorus we sang said it all: “Since I walked where Jesus walked,
I’ll never be the same again.”
E
Compton, Prince Albert SK
Many
thanks to you both for every courtesy shown to us on this trip.
It’s been the highlight of my life and a confirmation to my call to
ministry. What I have preached and believed all these years has been given legs,
arms and everything else.
“An absolute wonder!”
H Compton, Prince Albert SK
Thank
you so much for your helping me fulfill my trip of a lifetime.
You couldn’t have done more for us.
I had a wonderful time.
E Stadel, St Albert AB
History
and the Bible brought to life.
Amazing!
Thank you for all your hard work.
Isaac and Armon were great.
They were extremely capable and competent and I never worried about our
safety.
L McKenzie, St Albert AB
We really felt spiritually one with our tour group. Isaac did a wonderful job with his commentaries and especially with the holocaust, telling it how it happened. T Miedema, Townsend ON
Thank
you so much for this incredible experience.
Your leadership throughout the entire pilgrimage was truly professional.
I look forward to coming back some day!
Both of you did tremendous work with organizing and looking
after everyones needs. It's not an easy task but you did an excellent job.
I've been recommending your tour since I returned and will continue to do
so.
Again thanks so much and please keep us up to date with your future
tours.
G Peddle, Mt Pearl NL
I
appreciate how hard you’ve worked to put this tour together and to include as
many places as possible.
The trip to Petra was a highlight – also the lower part of Egypt was
interesting – just to see the buildings there.
The “village” of Nazareth I particularly liked.
E
Price, Chilliwack BC
For
me, it was a spiritual pilgrimage!
To walk where Jesus walked did bring the Bible alive to me!
It was awesome, “I will never be the same again!”
I am so glad my dream finally became reality. S
Vardy, Paradise NL
Thank
you so much for showing us the Holy Land that you both love so much.
During these two weeks, I have developed a greater sense of appreciation
and understanding of this special place.
Now when I study the Bible, I will be able to have images and memories in
my mind.
N Tannis, Toronto ON
I
am very blessed to be part of 2008 Pilgrimage journey to the Holy Land.
Now that I have visited some of the places of the Bible, I have a deeper
desire to study and Old and New Testaments more and as the song said, “Since I
walked where Jesus walked, I’ll never be the same again.”
B
Tannis, Toronto ON
Visiting
this great land, walking in areas where Jesus walked has strengthened my faith.
I feel privileged to have had this opportunity.
Thanks again for your hard work and dedication.
God bless you both.
E Peddle, Mt Pearl NL
A
tour through the Holy Land was a long time dream come true.
We can relate so much better to everything we read in God’s Word.
It became alive and strengthened our faith.
Special highlights were the re-enacting of life in Nazareth where Jesus
lived, walked and talked, the services on the Sea of Galilee and the Garden of
Gethsemane.
During the whole tour we felt well cared for, safe and loved.
Special thanks to Sharon and Woody, to our excellent driver Armon, and
our #1 guide, Isaac.
May our Lord continue to bless you!
May our gracious God bring peace to His chosen people.
R & C Gruenhage, Port Alberni BC
Israel
in depth.
Every part of the country was shown.
It is going to take a lot of reading and studying to appreciate the
extent of this tour.
It could have been appreciated more if I could have understood some of
the talking.
Planning, lodgings, food and transportation excellent.
Security – no problem in Israel, Jordan or Egypt.
E Gidney, Victoria BC
A
great, very full tour.
I need to reread my notes to sort out my thoughts and remembrance of the
places visited.
Full days, but worth every minute.
An excellent driver, very gracious and pleasant.
The guide knows his stuff.
G Fisher, Montreal QC
Every
day a revelation as we walked in Jesus’ footsteps.
A beautiful, safe and memorable holiday – a lifetime of unbelievable
and beautiful memories.
Be aware however of “sore” feet.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Woody and Sharon.
P Gabel, Newmarket ON
I’m
glad I came on this trip.
I learned so much, especially with reference to the Roman times.
Spiritually there were high moments.
Historically it was amazing.
The friends I made make me happy.
Personally I would rather more time at fewer places.
R Poirier, Lewisport NL
My
journey to the Holy Land was amazing, just to walk where Jesus walked, I’ll
never be the same again.
The Bible became real to me.
The fellowship was great.
Sharon and Woody, thank you for a wonderful tour.
We felt very safe.
Thanks to our guide Isaac.
God is using him to spread the Word.
Thanks to Armon, our bus driver.
He’s great. …..…A
mountaintop experience that every Christian should experience at least once in a
lifetime.
One of my highlights was when I visited the Garden Tomb where Jesus lay,
and to know He’s no longer there.
“He is Risen” and is coming again in power and glory.
E & E Coles, Georgetown ON
This
Pilgrim’s Journey has been an awesome experience.
We have had time to pray, to sing, to laugh and to cry.
I have been inspired and encouraged to pray for the “Peace of
Israel.”
…B Borden…Since coming to Israel, God’s Holy Spirit has impressed
upon my heart and mind the urgency to pray for the peace and salvation of His
people.
I count this Holy Land pilgrimage as a sacred and awesome privilege.
“A must for Christians.”
Bern
& I are really glad that we chose to go on the 2008 Holy Land Journey.
We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and have beautiful memories to last a lifetime.
A Borden, Lake Echo NS
Thank
you both for being such gracious hosts.
I will always remember this wonderful pilgrimage to the Holy Land and
most of all the impact it has made in my growth with the Lord Jesus Christ.
I Eddy, Mississauga ON
The
many experiences I had while in the Holy Land were ones I will never forget.
Floating in the Dead Sea, St Anne’s Church, Solomon’s Tabernacle town
of Nazareth, riding on a camel and walking where Jesus walked.
The time spent here was an amazing experience and meeting new friends.
Thanks Woody and Sharon.
It was such much fun.
Blessings.
L
McKee, Peterborough ON
We
are grateful for having such an unimaginable and unforgettable experience of our
recent tour to the Holy Lands under both of your knowledgeable and effective
guidance.
All of the historical and Christian highlights will remain with us
forever.
We thank you and others, (especially all of the tour group) for a
wonderful and exhilarating experience together.
We recommend to others to avail of the opportunity to visit the Holy
Lands under the guidance of Sharon and Woody.
May God continue to bless you in your ministry. H
& M Burt, St John’s NL
Great!
Great indeed!
It was a tour of our dreams.
Woody and Sharon were very caring and responsible.
With an efficient driver and a knowledgeable guide, made it a great
success.
G & P Richardson, Scarborough ON
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