Fred has led tours for TourMagination since 2005. He has co-led “Exploring the World of Paul” many times. He has also been to Uzbekistan twice, to learn about the Mennonite presence there. After 30 years of being a pastor in Lancaster and Floradale, Ontario, Fred worked for Mennonite Central Committee Ontario. Fred is now the pastor of Poole Mennonite, where he writes a daily blog for the church. He is married to Shirley Stauffer Redekop, and they live in Elmira, Ontario. They have four children, a daughter-in-law, son-in-law, and two grandsons. His hobbies include cross-stitch, writing, reading, cycling, and cheering for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Join a long history of pilgrimage as you complete the last 100 km of the ancient route to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. The Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St. James, is an ancient pilgrimage trail originating in medieval times. Made up of a vast network of roads and paths, pilgrims have travelled these roads for 12 centuries. On this eight-day trip, walk alongside like-minded travellers on a route filled with the beautiful countryside and rustic villages of Northern Spain. Receive a “compostela” when you reach your destination to prove your accomplishment. Refuel with tasty Spanish food and take the time to stop and smell the flowers on this moderately active, picturesque walking tour.
THIS IS A CUSTOM PROGRAM. Registration by invitation only.
Trace your family and faith story through the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Switzerland! Begin in Amsterdam with a visit to the famous Keukenhof gardens, a leisurely cruise along Amserdam’s canals, and free time in a traditional Dutch village. Connect to the Anabaptist story in the Netherlands with visits to Singel Mennonite Church, Asperen, Witmarsum, and Pingjum. In Münster, see the cages where the bodies of Anabaptist leaders were once displayed—the cages which still hang from the St. Lamberti Church tower today. Relish a cruise along the majestic Rhine River. Browse Mennonite archives in the Weierhof. Learn about Pilgram Marpeck’s story while enjoying the picturesque charm of Strasbourg. Immerse yourself in the captivating landscapes of the Emmental and visit homesteads, churches, and castles connected to the Swiss Anabaptists. Ascend Schilthorn Mountain for breathtaking views and uncover the origins of the Anabaptist movement on a Zürich walking tour. Conclude the tour with a meaningful time of worship and reflection in the most unique setting: the Anabaptist Cave at Bäretswil, where Anabaptists once worshipped in secret.
