Footsteps to Freedom
Our Religious Heritage in Early America
September 5-12, 2015
A Tour from Boston to Philadelphia
“It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the
Providence of Almighty God, to obey His will,
to be grateful for His benefits, and to humbly
implore His protection and favor."
~ George Washington
October 3, 1789 ~ Proclaiming a National Day of Prayer
and Thanksgiving
“Footsteps to Freedom”
Come retrace the steps of those who sacrificed much to serve the
Church and her development of early America. We will also
capitalize on the significant sacrifices made by our historical
Founding Fathers. Our tour will focus on the story of Christianity and
how it influenced early American history from the 1600’s to the
1800’s. In so doing, our journey will take us from Boston to
Philadelphia as we examine numerous denominations, such as the
Puritans, the Dutch Reformed, and the Baptists. We will observe
several key developments within the Church, including the early
mission’s movement and the Great Awakening. You will not want to
miss this incredible opportunity to “walk in their shoes” as we
recount, appreciate, and are challenged by the rich spiritual heritage
the Lord has graciously given to our country!
• A visit to key sites in Massachusetts,
Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey,
and Pennsylvania.
ThM, ABD
A native of the New England States, Jim is a
professor of historical theology and is well-versed
in early American Church history.
Rich Blumenstock,
ThM, DMin
A native of the New England States and codirector of Ancient Tours, Rich has led numerous
tours to this region of the USA.
Pastor Dustin Crowe,
BA
Dustin serves at College Park Church as the Local
Outreach Coordinator. He earned a Historical
Theology degree at Moody Bible Institute.
David M. Hoffeditz, ThM, PhD
Co-director of Ancient Tours, David serves as an
adjunct professor for Trinity Evangelical Divinity
School (TEDS).
Pastor Randy Worland,
• A premier 8-day tour with choice hotels
with all breakfasts and dinners and one
lunch included!
• Travel with experienced tour hosts and
on-site guides!
Tour Hosts:
Jim Bjornstad,
Highlights Include:
MDiv
Senior Pastor at The Chapel in Indianapolis since
1997, Randy is well-versed in the history of the
Founding Fathers.
• An opportunity to rehearse how the
Lord used such individuals as William
Bradford, Isaac Backus, Increase
Mather, John Cotton, George
Whitefield, Ann Hutchinson, Roger
Williams, John Frelinghuysen, William
Penn, and Jonathan Edwards.
• A chance to retrace the steps of key
early American leaders (e.g., George
Washington, Ben Franklin, John
Adams).
• An opportunity to visit the Jonathan
Edwards Center at Yale University and
view first-hand several of his writings,
including a manuscript of his famous
sermon: “Sinners in the Hands of an
Angry God.”
• A wonderful sunset dinner cruise,
enjoying Boston’s amazing skyline.
• Dinner at the Union Oyster House—
the oldest restaurant in America.
Daniel Webster was a constant
customer at this eating establishment!
• A farewell dinner at the historic City
Tavern in Philadelphia. This restaurant
was a favorite meeting place for many
of the Founding Fathers and was the
unofficial site of the First Continental
Congress.
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Itinerary - 8 Day Tour
Plymouth Plantation
Saturday, September 5
Depart from the Indianapolis Int’l Airport
Boston - State House, Quincy Market, and
Faneuil Hall
Salem & Increase Mather
Dinner at the Union Oyster House - America’s
Oldest Restaurant!
Sunday, September 6
Plymouth & William Bradford and William Brewster
First Baptist Church of Middleboro & Isaac Backus
Providence, Rhode Island & Roger Williams
Monday, September 7
Boston City Tour - Freedom Trail, Park Street
Church, Paul Revere’s House, North Church,
Copp’s Burial Ground, Old Corner Bookstore,
Kings’ Chapel
Massachusetts Bay Colony & the Mathers and
John Cotton
Cambridge and Harvard University
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Jonathan Edwards
Thursday, September 10
Princeton and Nassau Hall & the grave of Jonathan
Edwards
Titusville and the Washington Crossing State Park
Bucks County and the Quakers & William Penn
Friday, September 11
Philadelphia City Tour - Independence Hall,
Liberty Bell, Carpenter’s Hall, Old Supreme
Court, the Old Congress Hall, Elfreth’s Alley,
Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Gloria
Dei Church & Benjamin Franklin, John Adams,
James Madison, and Thomas Jefferson
Dinner at the City Tavern - the favorite meeting
place of the Founding Fathers
Tuesday, September 8
Newburyport & George Whitfield
Williamstown - Williams College
Saturday, September 12
and the Haystack
Baltimore - Fort McHenry & Francis Scott Key
Revival
Fly Home
Northampton & Solomon
Stoddard and Jonathan Edwards
Providence Plantations &
Roger Williams and
Ann Hutchinson
Salem, Massachusetts
Wednesday, September 9
Enfield & Jonathan Edwards
New Haven and Yale University - the Jonathan Edwards
Center
Somervile, New Jersey and the Dutch Reformed
Movement & John Frelinghuysen
Morristown, Green Brook and the Washington Rock Park
& George Washington
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Pricing:
The total cost of this eight-day “Footsteps to Freedom” Tour is $2,995.00 (This price
is based on a double occupancy. Single occupancy will cost an additional $700.00.). This price includes:
• Airfare. Round-trip air transportation originating from Indianapolis, Indiana.
• Excellent accommodations. You will be staying at strategic locations so you can
make the most of your time.
• All breakfasts and dinners and one lunch. This includes a dinner at the historic
Union Oyster House in Boston and the City Tavern in Philadelphia.
• A sunset dinner cruise in Boston
• All ground transportation, transfers, and luggage handling.
• Seasoned teachers, guides, and escorts.
• All tips for guides, escorts, and luggage.
• Admission fees and taxes.
Princeton University
*The total cost does not include souvenirs, transportation to and from the Indianapolis
International Airport, meal tips, fines, tickets, bail, gas surcharges, etc., health or trip
insurance, medical attention if needed, personal traveling or excursions, and personal
spending money.
**All tour prices are based on costs, charges, and taxes known at the time of booking. We
regret should any of these costs change, a surcharge may be added to the cost of your
tour. You would be notified prior to travel.
Payment Options:
All payments are made by credit card through Ancient Tours’ website or by check via US
mail. You will be directed to “payment options” when you register on our website.
Option A: Full payment of $2,995.00 per person with a completed
registration form by May 5, 2015.
Old State House, Boston
Ancient T!rs,
LLC
Option B: Full payment of $3,225.00 per person with a
completed registration form after May 5 and prior to July 5,
2015.
Deadline for
Option A
extended until
June 5, 2015
Option C: Installment Payment Plan. Three payments: a
deposit of $1,075.00 per person with a completed registration
form by May 5, 2015, a second payment of $1,075.00 per person
by June 5, 2015, and a final payment of $1,075.00 per person by July 5, 2015. A late fee of
$50 will be added per person for each payment made after the installment deadline.
Option D: Full payment of $3,495.00 per person with a completed registration form after
July 5, 2015.
For more information
concerning this trip, visit:
www.ancienttours.org
Or contact:
Ancient Tours, LLC
12896 Reedy Court
Carmel, IN 46032
Tel: 937-545-1856
Email:
[email protected]
**A minimum deposit of $1,075.00 per person and a completed registration form is
necessary to secure a place on this tour. There are only a limited number of seats
available for this tour.
***Before May 5, 2015, all monies are refundable. After May 5 and prior to July 5, 2015, all
but $2,150.00 per person is refundable. After July 5, 2015, no refund will be given. All
cancellations must be received in writing. No monies are transferable. Cancellation fees
apply regardless of the reason, including medical and family emergencies. Deviation from
group accommodations and air flights incur additional costs and will be charged to the
passenger. All monies are refunded by check only.
Travel Insurance:
Available through Travel Guard. Please see Ancient Tours’ website for further details.
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