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  May Newsletter #25. download

  A GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY

  As friends, especially travelers with me over the years, I want to give you advance notice of my plans to celebrate in the coming year 50 Years of Parish & Tourism Ministry in the World & the Local Church of Saskatoon.

  The celebrations will begin during the “Year of Faith” recently announced by Benedict XVI. It begins this fall, Oct. 11th, on the 50th anniversary II Vatican Council and concludes with the end of the liturgical year of St. Luke, Nov. 24, 2013. During this time I will be inviting you to join me in one or more of my favorite travel destinations with exclusive designs. All will have special anniversary features as well as a Liturgical Celebration of Thanksgiving.

  Therefore, it will all begin this November with one of my signature Pilgrim Journeys to Biblical Lands. (It is almost sold out!) You will be informed in the next few months of the other programs.

  However, I am delighted to inform you that Crystal Cruises, the World’s best cruise Line, has designated me as the Guest Cruise Priest on a number of sailings during my anniversary year. I am inviting you to “join my table” as I serve on a cruise of your choice. I will be on board for most of the “Grand Australasia Voyage” during winter 2013. Why not choose to join me for an exotic cruise itinerary on the Pacific Rim?

  This winter program will actually begin January 25, 2013 with an exclusive “Awesome Australia” presentation using the classic Indian Pacific train across this continent from Perth (West Australia) to Sydney with extraordinary visits en route. This exclusive Australian exploration will conclude with an optional cruise from Sydney to the “Reefs & Rainforests” of the northern states ending in Bali, Indonesia, Feb. 23, 2013.

  During summer (May/June) of 2013 I hope to cruise the Viking’s route from the “New World to Newfoundland, Iceland, Norway, and on to London, France & Rome”. Wonderful destinations to complete the anniversary travel program.

  You should know that in order to make these programs more accessible to you Crystal Cruises is offering $1000.00-$2000.00 discount on outside minimum rate staterooms if booked by June 30, 2012. For example, the 12 Day cruise Sydney to Bali, Feb. 11-23, 2013 the fare is $4890.00. For the “Book Now” fare please deduct $2000.00 for an extraordinary all inclusive value of $2890.00 per person sharing. I know most of you are sensitive to costs in travel today and so here is your chance!

  For details on the cruises please visit www.crystalcruises.com and my website www.pilgrimjourneys.ca which will include full details of the Golden Anniversary celebration program as they become available.

  I hope to hear from you……I might still be able to incorporate some of your preferences.
  Ralph
  Fr. Ralph Kleiter, 314-619 Saskatchewan Cres., W, Saskatoon SK S7M 0A5
  Tel. 306-244-3747, kleiter@shaw.ca ; www.pilgrimjourneys.ca

  April News Letter #24. download

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  TO ROME IN OCTOBER 2012 TO CELEBRATE
  VATICAN II 50TH ANNIVERSARY
  & CANONIZATIONS

  Christians of a certain age along with people around the world will remember the excitement that came with the visionary reign of Blessed John XXIII and especially with the opening of the Second Vatican Council Oct. 11, 1962,

  Even those who have no memory of this historic event realize that the church on the local and universal levels has been enriched because of this Council----the liturgical renewal, scriptural awareness, ecumenical stance and our call to be truly “People of God”---to mention only a few riches enabled by this Council. We need to celebrate with a renewed commitment the challenges Blessed John XXIII and the Fathers of the Council offered us fifty years ago.

  Personally, in my almost fifty years of ministry, I have been privileged to belong in this era. I have been approached and encouraged to enable this celebration with the universal church by designing a Pilgrim Journey to Italy, Oct. 9-23, 2012. I need to know immediately if you are interested in joining us.

  Please accept this invitation to stand in the light of this great council, “the greatest religious event of the twentieth century” (Bl. John Paul II). We will follow in the footsteps of Blessed John XXIII as Benedict XVI begins this celebration with the opening of a “Year of Faith”. We will begin in Rome Oct. 11, 2012 with the 50th Anniversary celebrations, visit Angelo Roncalli’s (John XXIII) humble beginnings in northern Italy---Scotto il Monte, Bergamo, Venice, Padua, Ravenna, Assisi etc----and culminate our Pilgrim Journey in joining the church, especially with our First Nations people in Canada, at the Oct. 21st canonizations. Blessed Kateri Tekawitha, first North American Indian to be so recognized, and Blessed Marianne Cope, close associate of St.Damien, Priest & Leper from Molokai (Hawaii), will be proclaimed Saints of the Church.

  I estimate the all inclusive cost per person sharing to be in the $3600.00-$4000.00 bracket for an exclusive two week program, Oct. 9-23, 2012. At this very late date, I need to know if you are interested. If at least a small group of 10-15 persons are prepared to make a commitment by Monday, May 28th I will immediately begin the process.
  Blessings,
  Ralph Kleiter

  ALERT!

  Comprehensive Holy Land Pilgrim Journey (Nov. 5-24, 2012) The presentation last Sunday of my 21st Holy Land program resulted in an overwhelming response. Only a few seats remain! The post Holy Land Option to Portugal (including Fatima) is also popular. Act today! Details: www.pilgrimjourneys.ca

  Just Announced! New Lower Limited-time Fares on remaining 2012 Crystal Cruises.
  Book an all-inclusive journey on Crystal Cruises (Serenity) by April 30 if you wish to “join the Chaplain’s table” and receive:
  Book Now Cruise-Only Fares from just US$2,620 All inclusive fares includes…..
  *Gratuities for bar, dining and housekeeping staff
  *Complimentary specialty dining, fine wines, champagne, premium spirits, beer and non-alcoholic
  beverages including bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees
  *Up to $400 shipboard creditfor every new-to-Crystal guest you bring on board
  *$1,000 per person additional Penthouse deck savings. Optional Air Add-Ons

  WHERE TO IN 2012?

  -Canary Islands Cruise, Nov.28-Dec.9, Lisbon to Barcelona from $3295.00

  -Atlantic Explorer, Dec. 9-21, Barcelona to Miami from $2620.00

  -Christmas Caribbean Cruise, Dec. 21-Jan.4/13, Miami Return Details: www.crystalcruises.com

  **Special fares & benefits when including the Trans Atlantic Passage ( only Crystal Serenity makes it an exceptional joy). There is simply no better time to experience the award-winning luxury and value of the World’s Best. Book your cruise before fares increase!

  PLANNING TO TRAVEL IN 2013? Let me know your preferred land and/or sea destinations. I will try to include them in my 2013 Programs.Rev. Ralph Kleiter, Ministry to Tourism 306-244-3747 kleiter@shaw.ca

  By Popular Demand

  Fr. Ralph Kleiter, Ministry to Tourism, has announced his 21st Pilgrim Journey to Biblical Lands for November, 2012.
  Those seriously interested in this exclusively designed (not off the rack) Pilgrim Journey to the Holy Land (including Jordan, Galilee, Jerusalem and Mt. Sinai areas) followed by an optional Portugal, Fatima and Canary Island cruise are invited to an informational meeting on Sunday, April 15 , 2:30 PM at St. Paul’s Co-Cathedral Meeting Room.
  Registration will follow shortly thereafter for the small group and no other extensive promotion is envisioned. Please call Lois at the Diocesan Pastoral Centre at 306-659-5837 to confirm your attendance.
  “Don’t delay in planning to experience Biblical Lands .The only regret will be…why did I wait so long?”

  Diocesan Delegation heads for Dublin

  The 50th International Eucharistic Congress will be held in Dublin, Ireland, June 10-17, 2012 with the theme “The Eucharist-Communion with Christ & with one another”. The Saskatoon Diocesan official delegation will be led by Bishop Don Bolen along with Fr. Ralph Kleiter, Ministry to Tourism.

  The general theme of the Congress will be explored each day with a special focus on some aspect of the theme. Each day will offer “teaching” moments (Catechesis) usually presented by a bishop. Words of encouragement and inspiration from a lay-person with a story of faith will follow. Wonderful celebrations of the Eucharist will also highlight each day’s theme and its challenges. Ample opportunities for meeting the universal church and cultural events have been worked into the week by the Irish hosts.

  After the Congress Week most of the twelve member Saskatoon delegation will continue to discover the “Emerald Isle”. It is hoped that there will also be opportunities during the Congress Week for independent travelers to Dublin from the diocese to meet with the Saskatoon delegation.

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  Final S. America Ejournal MARCH 2012 Buenos Aries

  On March 2 we began our visit to Argentina. Undoubtedly, a guided tour of the Evita Peron Museum set the theme of our visit. Most interesting is that Evita(1919-1952) still remains a controversial figure but one who has put Argentina on the international map. The fine museum presented her life and work in a fairly objective manner. A visit to the “Casa Rosada” (Pink House, AR White House) enabled us to stand on the balcony where Evita addressed (not sung) the Argentinos shortly before her death from Cancer at the early age of 33 years. We also attended a classic Tango/Folkloric Dinner Show where it was a joy to hear Andrew Lloyd Webber”s –Don’t cry for me Argentina-sung in Spanish. Argentinos also love the music.

  Salta, NW Argentina
  

  We opted to fly from area to area in this vast country. Salta is situated in the lush fertile Lerma Valley in the foothills of the Andes. The pace is slower and many wonderful Colonial structures exist. We drove westward to Cachi and a National Park Area. This was followed by an adventuresome drive over roads beyond description. It took most of the day to make the 200 + Kms. Rains were heavy last month and washouts everywhere. It was rather exciting before our destination at Cafayate to be faced with roaring rivers of water hindering our progress until finally a maintenance crew arrived to smooth the way for our Van to safely cross! There were prayers to St. Christopher and St. Raphael, patron of travellers! We were finally relieved to arrive at the Wine Lodge in Candle light as there had been a power outage due to the rainstorm. In short, it was a most memorable experience in Argentina. Iguazu Falls We spent 3 nights in this tropical UNESCO Heritage Site on the borders of Brazil, Paraquay and Argentina.It can best be summed up with the words-“endless falling waters”. We walked countless Kms. during our two days at the Falls visiting both the Brazil and Argentina sides and never ceased to be left in awe. A trip to South America simply cannot ignore this Wonder of the Natural World.

  Ruins of the Jesuit Missions
  Three hours south of Iguazu in the province of Misiones were found the sites of the Jesuit Missions of San Ignacio and Santa Ana. Fortunately, before leaving home we watched the movie, “The Missions” with Peter de Nero. To walk the area where the Jesuits did some amazing evangelization—rather controversial in its day—but one which the politics of the day found them ousted from S. America in the 17th century was most rewarding. It is interesting to compare the Jesuit missions in New France (Midland, ON today). Unfortunately, there are less surviving ruins left in Canada to understand their work. But we know there are still archival material in Jesuit and Vatican Libraries to learn of their approaches to evangelization. This, I believe, is a worthwhile focus during the current “Year of Faith” and the canonization of Bl. Kateri later in October. Mendoza, “Land of the Melbec Red Wine” We brought our South America experience to a close with a four night stay in the Wine Lodge, Finca Adalgisa. This boutique property was located in a small winery south of Mendoza. Indeed, a wonderful place to relax and integrate our Argentina experience while enjoying beautiful gardens in the foot Hills of the Andes. Unfortunately, the first days were overcast but pleasant. A highlight was a full day “Wine Experience” visiting three wineries for tastings and a great luncheon at the impressive Norton Winery. Expensive? Was Argentina expensive? Generally, it seems that things were quite reasonably priced, sometimes a lot cheaper than at home. However, I always advise good travellers not to pre-occupy themselves with always making comparisons with our dollar. Enjoy and support the local economy! Over the Andes by Bus to Santiago, Chile & flight home March 18/12 To experience this day ride with the highest mountain in the Americas before us brought our South America journey to a conclusion......but we have a couple of days to enjoy Chile’s wine and the city of Santiago. We all enjoyed the ride on the public bus to Santiago. The long haul buses in S. America are really quite luxurious. Seats are more like Business Class on airlines. Food is offered and the seats turn into beds. We had the lower level for just ourselves. Maybe if Canada offered good buses public transport might become more acceptable.

  Future Travel Plans
  Ireland and the Dublin Eucharistic Congress, June 8-27
  Upon my return I will have to see that all registrants have made their final payments for land and the Air Canada ticket. It should be another splendid experience for the small group. Parishes throughout the world are invited to “Ring out their bells” on March 17, St. Patrick’s Feast. Pilgrim Journey to Biblical Lands, Nov. 5-23, 2012
  I have called a meeting for SUNDAY, APRIL 15 AT 2:30 PM (St. Paul’s Co-Cathedral for those seriously interested in an exceptional design. Sr. Anna Aulie, formally of Saskatoon and Parish Life Director at Martinsville has agreed to be our guest facilitator. Her vast experience, musical talents and spiritual background will enhance our experience.

  Crystal Cruises Nov./Dec. 2012 I hope to be joining the beautiful Crystal Serenity in Lisbon after the Holy land for a southern Spain and Canary Islands cruise. This will be preceded by a short visit in Portugal including Fatima. Following this cruise segment I will be on the Trans Atlantic Crossing (with great programs and a few island ports of call). In Miami the Christmas/New Years 14 Day cruise begins, Dec. 21-Jan 4/13. A wonderful way to spend the holidays including special treatment for those bringing family/children along. For details visit www.crystalcruises.com I will have lots of “work” with all the holiday liturgies! It has been a joy to share these ejournals with you. I appreciate the feedback and any suggestions for my special year 2013. Please indicate any destinations that might interest you in 2013. I hope to finalize these plans in the next couple of months.

  Blessings, Ralph, Santiago, Chile

  Previous eJournals:
  Ejournal VI
  Ejournal V
  Ejournal IV
  Ejournal III
  Ejournal II
  Ejournal I

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