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CAPERNAUM, Kefar Nahum (“town of Nahum”)

We honor the CHRISTmas season with our December sites of the week.

This week the famous city of New Testament times, Capernaum.  More of Christ’s miracles were performed here than in any other city.  Capernaum possibly had a population of 10,000.  Located on Galilee ten miles north of Tiberias.  Just 2.5 miles west from where the Jordan River enters Galilee.  Center of Christ’s activities for 18-20 months after he left Nazareth.  Home of Peter.  Jesus lived here most of the time during His ministry, beginning 30 AD.  He made it his home, “his own city” (Matt 4:13-15; 9:1; Luke 4:31; John 2:12; Mark 1:21).  Remains of Synagogue where the Lord preached (Mark 1:21; Luke 4:31-33) and healed are still there.  Archaeologists believe the foundation of the building (note the line along the outside of the foundation) date to Christ’s time.  The Synagogue now standing was built in 400 AD and was built by Jews, not by Arabs.  Impressive ruin, many artifacts, carvings recovered and on display.  Here Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James, John and Matthew.

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December 2, 1827 - Owing to persecutions Joseph Smith, jun., removed from Manchester, N. Y., to Harmony, Susquehanna Co., Pa., but there also persecution awaited him. During this and the following month he translated some of the characters of the plates.

December 3, 1843 - In the assembly room above the Red Brick Store, Joseph Smith and the others present prayed for his brother Hyrum Smith, who had injured his leg.

December 1, 1844 (Sunday) - Apostle Parley P. Pratt was appointed to go to the city of New York to regulate and counsel the emigration from Europe and preside over all the eastern branches of the Church.

December 4, 1842 (Sunday) - The city of Nauvoo was divided into ten Bishop’s wards.

December 7, 1842 (Wednesday) - Apostle Orson Hyde returned to Nauvoo from his mission to Jerusalem.

Early in his ministry, Jesus and his disciples traveled to Nain, a small town south of Nazareth and very near to Shunem.  When they arrived, they saw a funeral procession for a young man who was the only son of a widow. “And he came and touched the bier and they that bare him stood still.  And he said, Young Man, I say unto thee, Arise.  And he that was dead sat up and began to speak.  And he delivered him to his mother!” Luke 7:14-15.  Elisha was very highly revered in Nain because he had raised an only son from death centuries before and delivered him to his grieving mother.  This was in Shuneum, less than two miles away.

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That’s right.  MHA offers bottom-line, all-inclusive, up-front tour pricing.  NO hidden extras or ridiculous fees!  Yes, it’s typical in the travel business to offer a low initial price only to add charges like: registration fees, airline taxes, port charges, government fees, guide fees and gratuities, etc., etc.  BUT NOT AT MHA!  We are not the “typical” tour experience.  We are so much more!  Our tours are complete, accurate, affordable, and just what you’re seeking.  People ask us all the time what “the real tour price” will be and they are happy and grateful to learn that the advertised price is the total price.

Perhaps fees and add-ons are expected elsewhere, but that’s not our way of doing business.  We believe in stating a price and sticking to it!  You can travel with confidence that you won’t be inundated with or even faced with nonsensical, expensive fees/taxes/surcharges/etc.

WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET–AND IT’S A LOT!

We offer “the very best church history tours” (as stated by our returning tour members) at the most affordable price.  DATE TO COMPARE!  KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GETTING!

It’s not too late to take part in our incredibly inspiring Fall Tours!  It is a wonderful time of year to travel: pleasant temperatures, low/no crowds, relaxed days–who could ask for anything more?

Sept 2-7 Palmyra to Kirtland (with Niagara Falls Canada visit and overnight)
Sept 26-Oct 1 Missouri to NAUVOO to Winter Quarters (Nauvoo Temple session!)
Oct 9-16 Sharon to Palmyra to Kirtland (with the one and only KARL RICKS ANDERSON and spectacular Autumn leaf color in New England!)
Nov 26-Dec 7 AWESOME ISRAEL!  (what more is there to say here?  The Holy Land beckons…)

Details of each tour are listed on this webpage, on the HOME page, click on the specific tour box to read more about where we go and why we go there.  You won’t want to miss out!

Space is limited, don’t delay!  Call 801-272-5601 for current availability.

Summer travel is upon us–we have just a few seats remaining on our June and July tours!  Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the sites with expert hosts who love this history and share it in a most wonderful way!
June 13-19 Missouri to Nauvoo to Winter Quarters
June 21-26 Palmyra to Kirtland (with Niagara Falls Canada overnight)
July 13-19 Missouri to Nauvoo to Winter Quarters (with the new NAUVOO PAGEANT!)

We hope you can join us for the Very Best Church History Tours!

Mormon Heritage Association is pleased to offer two incredible tours with Church history expert KARL RICKS ANDERSON:  “A Week in Kirtland” & “Sharon to Palmyra to Kirtland!”  As a special promotional offer, those who REGISTER & DEPOSIT BETWEEN APRIL 29 AND MAY 30, 2010 will receive a personalized, autographed copy of Karl’s book: Joseph Smith’s Kirtland!  Karl Anderson is THE world’s leading authority on Kirtland’s spiritual history, Joseph Smith, and Doctrine & Covenants revelations received in these areas.  In fact, in Kirtland, he is known as “Mr. Kirtland,”–but shouldn’t it be “Brother Kirtland,” instead?  Regardless, these tours are definitely worth every effort it takes to attend.  More information is available on this website or by calling MHA 801-272-5601. 
A Week in Kirtland: September 21-26, 2010, MHA tour id KA07
Sharon to Palmyra to Kirtland:  October 9-16, 2010, MHA tour id KA08
(Promotional offer extended to new registrants only.  Free book will be delivered upon final payment of tour balance.) 

Mormon Heritage Association is hosting a booth at the shopping extravaganza “What a Woman Wants” show at the Southtowne Expo Center in Sandy, Utah, April 16 & 17.  We have a small stack of free tickets to offer our loyal MHA followers.  (See, it pays to keep checking our blog!)  Anyway, if you would like a few tickets, please email info@mormonheritage.com with your name, address, and number of tickets (that you will REALLY use).  Tickets will be mailed to you and are available “first come, first served.”  Be sure to visit us in booth 307–we’ll have treats!

Sharon Vermont

We Thank Thee O God For Prophets!

This tour celebrates and honors 3 great prophets of the restoration:  Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, and Wilford Woodruff.  Discover their incredible history and birthplaces in the New England area and share amazing stories and events of their youths that helped form these men into great leaders and faithful prophets.  Learn of the roles their parents and other ancestors played as these men and their families were prepared for their great work ahead.  Visit Sharon Vermont, Whitingham Vermont, and Farmington Connecticut (Hartford area).  We fly round-trip Boston and of course will begin the tour visiting exciting & famous US historic sites in the area.   We have also scheduled a session at the beautiful Boston Temple as the perfect finish to an inspiring tour.

You will be encouraged and inspired by the experiences of these early prophets and their families.  Magnificent monuments have been placed in their honor; we are truly thankful for these great prophets!

Tour Dates:  August 3-8, 2010

Tour Guides:  Jay McCarthy (Boston native and history expert) & Janelle Thomas (New England returned missionary and inspiring person)

All-Inclusive Price:  $1394 per person, double occupancy

Big Ben London

Time is Running Out to secure group airfare savings and join with Mormon Heritage Association for two unique tours this May!  Our one-of-a-kind England & Wales tour and our Awesome Israel tour are sure to inspire and satisfy. 

Register by Feb 1 for the England & Wales tour to secure your group airfare savings!  Register by April 19 for best availability for our Awesome Israel tour.  Visit our tour pages or call 801-272-5601 or toll free 1-866-335-5601 for more information on these amazing opportunities.  After Feb 1, prices subject to air seat availability and likely higher prices as offered by the airlines.