Israel

After a full day of travel, our group has arrived in Israel! We are in a hotel near the dead sea, and will journey up the coast tomorrow on our way to Tiberius. During this trip we will get to swim in the sea, and see Jericho among other sites.

Thus far, our group has seen immense wonders. We have been blown away by experiencing the remains of cultures long since past and how evidences of two or more cultures are found in one location. Yesterday, we wandered through the ancient city of Petra, gazing in wonder at the tombs that had been carved out. We also witnessed Roman roads and ruins among the city of ancient tombs. In case you aren't familiar with Petra, the 'treasury' of Petra, a carved out tomb near the entrance of the city, is featured in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

Again, I apologize we haven't been able to write much. We've been busy enough only to really contact family and friends with general information, even less to write long reflections on our trip. I imagine these will come in time, especially when we've been able to relax and reflect on our experiences.

God has been keeping us safe and continually in wonder in our trip thus far. I know you will all hear plenty of stories of how God has worked in this world and continues to work in our group and the cultures we have come into contact with.

Again we appreciate your thoughts and prayers!