Interfaith Pilgrimage to Israel and Palestine - Spiritual Directors International

Date: October 27th - November 5th, 2010
Where: Israel & Palestine
Theme: A Journey to the Heart: Inner Paths to Compassion, Connection, and Peace
Guides: Pastor Don Mackenzie, Rabbi Ted Falcon, Sheikh Jamal Rahman (The Interfaith Amigos)
Spiritual Directors International Host: Rev. Terry Moran
Local Host: Canon Iyad Qumri, Christian Palestinian Guide
Group: Spiritual Directors International

Event Description: Together, we will learn about each others heritage of spiritual companionship. Together we will co-create a pilgrimage community of interfaith compassion, connection, and peace. Together we will discover, grow, and be transformed by the sacred history and current culture of Israel and Palestine. Together we will contribute contemplative gifts of peace to Israel and Palestine with our prayers and presence.

Basic Schedule: Each day begins and ends with group meditation, prayer, and includes time for sharing. With few exceptions, each morning will combine a walking tour and teaching. Most afternoons will be unstructured, allowing time for exploration, rest, sketching, journaling, and usually with a group meditation before dinner. Our schedule will be flexible to accommodate our needs as we journey together in outer and inner realms of the sacred. We will not only grow in awareness of the ancient heritage of spiritual companionship, but also become spiritual companions for each other as fellow pilgrims during each day.

Registration: Registration and Forms - Spiritual Directors International