Seven Churches Research Tour
An all-inclusive research study trip to Asia Minor
Reserve your seat by October 16 for the March 17-28, 2025 tour
The research study trip is limited to 15 people. A $200 deposit by October 16 ensures you have a seat.
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Join us for an immersive experience
A research trip to the Seven Churches of Asia Minor
The research trip offers a captivating journey into the rich historical and cultural heritage of a region deeply intertwined with the New Testament and ancient civilizations. Participants embark on a immersive exploration of archaeological sites, ancient cities, and religious artifacts, gaining valuable insights into the historical context of the New Testament mission, the adaptive nature of the early church, and the dedication of early Christ-followers.
In a learning community, you will situate first, second, and third century missions in their cultural milieu while discovering the early church's Christological commitment to live as Jesus' body, dedicated to more and more people worshiping Him. Then, you'll engage with a learning community to think, innovate, and create ideas about what it all means for today.
In a learning community, you will situate first, second, and third century missions in their cultural milieu while discovering the early church's Christological commitment to live as Jesus' body, dedicated to more and more people worshiping Him. Then, you'll engage with a learning community to think, innovate, and create ideas about what it all means for today.
Our Travel Partner
More than 30 years experience in educational travel
TUTKU’s excellent service combined with affordable prices make it the agency of choice for colleges, universities, churches and seminaries.
Trip Includes
- 2 Nights at Kordon Cankaya Hotel in Izmir
- 2 Nights at Doga Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale
- 4 Nights at Korumar Hotel in Kusadasi
- 2 Nights at Kordon Cankaya Hotel in Izmir
- Daily breakfasts
- 10 Dinners
- All airport-hotel-airport transfers
- English Speaking tour guide
- All entry fees to the sites and museums
- All transportation by private Van or Midibus
- All service charges and local taxes
- Tips to tour guide ($50) and driver ($20)
- Research resources including preparatory learning experiences
Exploring Ancient Faith, Inspiring Modern Missions
Throughout the tour, participants engage in community learning, guided discussions and lectures, as well as personal reflections. They deepen their understanding of New Testament history and missions, as well as the archaeological and cultural context of Asia Minor. The tour fosters a nuanced appreciation for the interplay between religion, history, and culture including their intersection with Christology, missiology, and ecclesiology making the experience a profoundly enriching educational and spiritual journey.
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Explore the well-preserved ruins of Ephesus and glimpse into the early Christian community.
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Experience Laodicea and its rich history including an early house church and theater where Christians gathered
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Imagine the Christian life in Pergamum while walking among the ruins of the Throne of Satan
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Place yourself in the shoes of early missionaries and church leaders like Paul, Timothy, Polycarp, and Ignatius
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Enjoy moving from missionary principles of ancient history to application in modern times
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And appreciate learning in a community
In the Footsteps of Faith
Walk the marble roads, sit in remarkable theaters, explores ancient homes, and experience the life of early Christianity
The research study includes three optional learning experiences
Make the most of the trip with learning experiences that will bring early Christianity to life
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The Study of the Ephesian Movement
CourseAre you passionate about learning how the New Testament Church grew? And how you might catalyze those lessons in your ministry? We are too!
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Doing Theology with Revelation
CourseThis introductory course on The Revelation of Jesus Christ will explore the primary themes which are key to understanding the message of this final book of the Christian Scriptures.
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Practices of the Ancient Church
CoursePractices of the Ancient Church explores the beliefs about Jesus Christ that led to a deep appreciation for belonging to the body of Christ and resulted in a behavior that established Christianity's good reputation in the community.
Go deeper in your study of the early church
Apply what you learn on the tour to one of our graduate programs with Kairos University
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Master of Divinity
CourseThe Master of Divinity is a degree designed to equip those who sense God’s leading into the challenging ministry of starting new churches and revitalizing existing churches.
$300 / month
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Doctor of Ministry
CourseThe Doctor of Ministry degree is designed to help you reflect critically about ministry and engage rigorously in theological and missiological dialogue in an advanced learning environment.
$300 / month
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Doctor of Philosophy
CourseThe Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is an academic degree focused on producing original thought and research in language that is accessible to the church.
$600 / month
