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Update<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThe edition of the Priestly Renewal Course in the Holy Land scheduled for July 2026<\/strong> is currently suspended<\/strong> due to logistical difficulties related to organizing pilgrimages in the Holy Land.\r\nAs an alternative<\/strong>, the Sacerdos Institute proposes the Priestly Renewal Course \u201cIn the Footsteps of Saint Paul\u201d in Turkey (September 14\u201328, 2026).<\/strong>\r\nMore information about the course is available at this link<\/a><\/strong>.","paragraph_title_size":"small"},{"paragraph_title":"","paragraph_description":"

Course Description<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThe course takes place in Jerusalem at the Pontifical Institute Notre Dame and at the Magdala Center in Galilee. The program is structured with guided visits, lectures, spiritual retreats focused on renewing baptismal and priestly promises, daily Eucharistic adoration, ecumenical encounters, and the opportunity to visit the places of Christ\u2019s life.\r\n\r\nThe goal of the course is to help each priest renew the meaning and purpose of their priesthood by following in the footsteps and mysteries of Our Lord\u2019s life.\r\n\r\nHeld twice a year, the course lasts three weeks and includes stays in Jerusalem and Galilee, with daily excursions to other significant areas of Christ\u2019s life. Each site is explained with precision and spiritual depth, also providing a historical context of the Holy Land, thanks to the guidance of experienced priests authorized by the Episcopal Commission for Christian Pilgrimages.\r\n\r\n \r\n

Program<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThe course itinerary covers the main places of Christ\u2019s life:\r\n
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  • Jerusalem:<\/b> Temple of Jerusalem, Via Dolorosa, Mount of Olives, Mount Zion<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Galilee:<\/b> Nazareth, Cana, Sea of Galilee<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Judean Desert and Dead Sea<\/b><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Bethlehem and the Franciscan Convent<\/b><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Other significant sites:<\/b> Emmaus, Caesarea Maritima, Mount Carmel<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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    Details<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n
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    • Dates:<\/b> July 6 \u2013 July 25, 2026<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Location:<\/b> Pontifical Institute Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center, Jerusalem<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Languages:<\/b> Spanish and English<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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      Costs and Registration<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n
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      • Participation fee:<\/b> \u20ac3,000.00 (includes accommodation in a double room, full board, and medical insurance)<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Single room supplement:<\/b> \u20ac500.00<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Not included:<\/b> Travel expenses, extra days, laundry service, personal expenses.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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        Admission<\/h4>\r\nFilling in the contact form\r\n
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        • A passport photograph<\/li>\r\n \t
        • A copy of your \"celebret\u201d (the document must show the expiry date);<\/li>\r\n \t
        • A copy of your passport (photo and personal details), NB: the passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the course;<\/li>\r\n \t
        • A copy of your Curriculum Vitae.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

          Scholarships and Financial Aid<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThanks to the generosity of benefactors, the Perpetual Succour Scholarship Fund is available to provide scholarships to facilitate participation in the course.\u00a0Only priests who have been ordained for at least five years and who book double room accommodation are eligible to apply.<\/strong>\r\n
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          • Please follow the instructions below on the application form to apply for the scholarship:<\/li>\r\n \t
          • Select the double room accommodation option.<\/li>\r\n \t
          • Select the 'Scholarship Application' option.<\/li>\r\n \t
          • Upload a letter of support for the scholarship application from your bishop or superior.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nThe scholarship application will be reviewed and the amount awarded will be communicated.\r\n

            Speakers<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nAmong the distinguished speakers leading the course:\r\n
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            • H.E. Mons. Pierbattista Pizzaballa<\/b> \u2013 Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem<\/li>\r\n \t
            • Fr. Francesco Patton, OFM<\/b> \u2013 Custos of the Holy Land<\/li>\r\n \t
            • Fr. Artemio Vitores, OFM<\/b> \u2013 Former Custos of the Holy Land<\/li>\r\n \t
            • Fr. Luis Enrique Segovia, OFM<\/b> \u2013 Custos of the Franciscan Convent of Bethlehem<\/li>\r\n \t
            • David Steffy, LC<\/b> \u2013 Director of Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","paragraph_title_size":"small"}],"zoho_resource_id":"CV-RST-A","zoho_resource_id_original":"CV-RST-25A"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_degrees\/7457","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_degrees"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/courses_degrees"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7457"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"courses_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_tag?post=7457"},{"taxonomy":"courses_levels","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_levels?post=7457"},{"taxonomy":"courses_types","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_types?post=7457"},{"taxonomy":"courses_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_category?post=7457"},{"taxonomy":"courses_years","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/courses_years?post=7457"},{"taxonomy":"departments","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.upra.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/departments?post=7457"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}