Bible prof weighs Greece, Turkey study, ministry trip
March 07, 2011
A study trip to Greece and Turkey is open to alumni and friends of Bryan College who want a first-hand look at biblical sites and to interact with Christians in those countries, Dr. David Morgan said.
Dr. Morgan, assistant professor of biblical studies, said he and Dr. Kevin Burris from Toccoa Falls College are exploring the possibility of leading a trip to visit locations significant to biblical history and characters, to meet and share with national believers, and experience contemporary culture. The trip, planned for late December-early January 2011-12, would have an educational component for students, but is open to interested alumni and friends of both colleges.
“The pace will be fast and the sights and sounds will be memorable,” Dr. Morgan said. “We will practice our oratory skills at the Aeropagus where Paul preached to the Athenians. We will also follow John’s encouragement to the seven churches of Asia Minor describing his apocalyptic visions.”
Tentative plans call for the group to visit a number of locations including Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Colossae, Athens, Delphi, and Corinth. There would be informal lecture/discussions at dinner to help process the day’s experiences.
“Friends I have in Turkey and Greece will provide an intimate look at local customs and help us with a ministerial aspect,” Dr. Morgan said. “I want us to spend time encouraging and speaking with believers in those areas to learn what life is like for them as they seek to follow Christ in life contexts that are very different from our own.”
Cost of the trip has not been determined, but is expected to be about $3,000.
Persons interested in participating in the study trip may contact Dr. Morgan for more information.
