A Special Educational Program of The Division of Ordained Ministry, at the 
The Board of Higher Education and Ministry

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Bert Gary
bertgary@netdoor.com 

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Cokesbury - Jackson, Mississippi
Cokesbury Bookstore - Jackson CENTER PARK SHOPPING CENTER 1060 E. COUNTY LINE ROAD RIDGELAND , MS  39157	Phone: 601/978-3827    Fax: 601/978-3724 Alicia Beam Ingram, Manager

 

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 The fastest way to order your books is to call the Jackson Cokesbury Bookstore:

 

Cokesbury - Jackson, Mississippi
Cokesbury Bookstore - Jackson CENTER PARK SHOPPING CENTER 1060 E. COUNTY LINE ROAD RIDGELAND , MS  39157	Phone: 601/978-3827    Fax: 601/978-3724 Alicia Beam Ingram, Manager

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

ITINERARY 2002-2003

Under development.
 
 
 
 
 
 

PRE-COURSE WORK
Pre-course assignments will be mailed  September 1, 2002, the registration deadline. The assignment page will give complete instructions and deadlines. Additionally, the course syllabus (syllabi) and a detailed itinerary of the trip will be provided in this mailing. A letter outlining all procedures and deadlines will also be included. SYLLABI
 

QUOTES
"I'm a professional world traveler. As a result, after 46 years, I'm a bit jaded in travel. However, this trip was superior: In-country travel, driver, hotel accommodations, mentors, food for body, food for soul, & site selection."
–Ray Thrower
Local pastor from Texas

"A completely new look at the Bible & its meaning. I have learned so much, I'm going to have to sort it out once I return home! I highly recommend this class to any & all, & I hope I can figure a way to return in the near future."
–Edith Greer
Local pastor in Alaska
 

CEUs
 Continuing Education Units will be available to pastors who do not take the courses for COS credit.
 

PURPOSE
Part-time & full-time local pastors will experience the Holy Land firsthand. They will receive on-site instruction, experiencing the land where the stories of our faith were lived. This is a spiritual & an academic journey designed for Course of Study credit. Spouses & others interested may also register.
 

THIRD YEAR BOOKS
 
 

ADVANCED COURSE BOOKS
 

TRAVEL TIPS
Travelers will be limited to one suitcase and one. January's average low and high temperature in Jerusalem is 43-53, in the south is 50-70. January is part of their cooler rainy season; rain gear and waterproof shoes may be needed, especially north. But do not be surprised if it is warm and sunny. When you register you will get detailed information on what to pack. We recommend strongly going to our web site! WEATHER
 

MEDICAL/ HEALTH
Participants need to be in good health to handle significant walking and some hiking. Consider a gamma globulin shot as a precaution, but no shots are required to travel to Israel. The water in Israel is safe to drink, but its high mineral content might irritate your system. Bottled water is readily available. Washed produce is safe. Pack all medicines in your carry-on. BERT'S TRAVEL TIPS
 

PASSPORT
All U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Israel. Local county courthouses, many state and probate courts, and some post offices accept passport applications. You may contact the Department of State Office of Passport Services for the most convenient location to apply; call 1-900-225-5674 for specifics. It takes time for the passport to be issued, so apply soon. When in Israel, you should keep your passport with you at all times. PASSPORT
 

REGISTRATION
Registration Deadline is September 1, 2002:
     1. Request the approved Registration Form by contacting Bert Gary (phone, address, & E-mail within).
     2. Complete the Form & enclose a check for $250.00 made out to The Division of Ordained Ministry for COS in Israel. ($200.00 is your registration fee applied to the cost of the trip. $50.00 is a non-refundable administration fee not applied to the cost of the trip.)
     3. Mail the Form Bert Gary
ON LINE FORM
 

COST
 The cost for the trip is TBA (subject to minor adjustment). This includes international airfare, lodging, meals, & tuition. Remember that your BOM scholarship will be $500.00. Therefore, the trip cost for all COS students is TBA minus your $500.00 Board of Ordained Ministry scholarship, which comes to TBA. Transportation to Chicago is not included. Scholarships may be available. $$$
 

COURSES
You may register for either of the following:
     1. Advanced Course
     2. Two Third Year Courses