Sorry about the blog delays...we got back late yesterday & then there was a stream of water flowing down from the ceiling in our room. By the time we finished changing rooms it was 1 am! It's never a dull moment! Bright & early Monday morning, we took off in our car to Kavala - the Ancient Port of Neapolis. Dodging motorcycles & mopeds, we explored the countryside of Northern Greece. The wheat & corn fields reminded us of Indiana & the mountain ranges where like the Smokies. Then we would come around the corner & there was the Mediteranean! Paul came through Neapolis on his way to Philippi (check out Acts 16:11). It remains a busy port city today. Joyce ... read more

After a delicious breakfast of pasteries and fruit, we walked along the Old Beach to the White Tower ( the most recognised monument in the city). Climbing (& be ding!) through the rooms, we learned about the history of Thessaloniki. It is amazing how many people immigrated to Greece throughout the centuries. We hopped on & off the city bus tour. The priest was preparing for a baptim at the Church of Agia Sofia when we arrived. This Byzatine church was built in the 7th century (just after the Council of Nicea). We explored the catacombs under the church. Our next stop was the Church of Agios Dimitrios - one of the most beautiful churches around. Demitious is the patron saint of the city. It is built on the "site" where Paul preached. We saw a ... read more

We have made it to Greece and are waiting for our flight to Thessaloniki.... read more