Walking with St Paul

Having reflected on Apostle Paul's profound impact on bringing Christianity to the Gentiles, I embarked on a faith journey. I decided to retrace Apostle Paul's final journey from his shipwreck in Malta to his crypt in Rome, from 23rd Nov to 29th Dec 2025. My goal was to find the authentic locations where he walked, stood, and preached – the real deal, not tourist traps. I followed his path from Acts 27:27 – Acts 28.

This 5-week journey drew me closer to God, but it wasn't easy. Satan tested my faith at times, trying to block my path! Despite the challenges, I believe I achieved my mission. I've been encouraged to write a small book about it, and maybe in the future, I'd like to share some key experiences...below are a few snippets and through Faith where the Holy Spirit, is leading me.

Terry Howell (saved at St John's since 20th April 2025)

So, it all started in St Paul’s Bay, Malta.
I don't believe he landed on the island with the tourist statue – that's just a tiny islet, not the main island Acts 28:1-2 NIV
[1] Once safely on shore, we found out that the island was called Malta. [2] The islanders showed us unusual kindness.

In St Paul's Bay, I met Tom, a wonderful Irishman determined to educate me - loved him! I encountered so many beautiful people on the journey, too many to mention.
Some were, for a time, so full of the Spirit - they were surely angels for the day , especially when I faced pitfalls and trials along the way.

The next stop was the Silent City of Mdina, Malta.
Acts 28:7-9 NIV
[7] There was an estate nearby that belonged to Publius, the chief official of the island. He welcomed us to his home and showed us generous hospitality for three days. [8] His father was sick in bed, suffering from fever and dysentery. Paul went in to see him and, after prayer, placed his hands on him and healed him. [9] When this had happened, the rest of the sick on the island came and were cured. The Chapel marks the spot where Paul healed Publius's father and other sick islanders. It's a modest church compared to most of the others I'd visited.

Jumping forward 3 weeks, I found Paul's 2-year house arrest spot where he wrote the Epistles, and the REAL Tre Fountains (outside of the city of Rome) - what a find! The thing is, virtually everyone I'd met on my travels knew nothing about him... just tourist traps. Like it or not, I actually used Meta AI to help me find the true places - I was the ONLY person there. Mind-blowing! Martyrdom of Paul 3-5

After 3.5 weeks, I believe mission accomplished – filling in the gaps along the way. Finding Paul's Crypt was emotional, the end of my journey; I reflected on the trip and sites I had been so blessed to find and visit. From the viper attack on the beach at St Paul’s Bay to his final resting place, Crypt.

St Paul's a hero – he brought Christianity to the Gentiles. Without that Damascus revelation, the world might be a darker place. What a man! Amen.

The whole experience was quite extraordinary, emotionally draining, but so, so uplifting.

During my travels, I built a basic website and created a Facebook group (in English and Italian) to connect with the people I met. I'd love for you to check it out! The website's gallery section's still under construction – the Holy Spirit's leading me to prioritise connecting with those I met and sharing encouragement in Love, Hope, and Faith.

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