Have you loved the Rise of Bonhoeffer audio docuseries or online class? This is a once in a lifetime opportunity perfect for anyone seeking to have a deep encounter with Bonhoeffer and wrestle with his piercing insights about faith for the modern world by exploring the Bonhoeffer family home as well as various museums and sites all around the historic and vibrant city of Berlin.


Walk in the Footsteps of Bonhoeffer

Historic Bonhoeffer Haus

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the streets of Berlin as we explore theology, culture, and Christianity through the remarkable life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. This once-in-a-lifetime travel-learning experience, led by theologians Dr. Andrew Root and Dr. Tripp Fuller, offers a profound opportunity to engage with Bonhoeffer's legacy and his challenging insights into faith and resistance in the modern world.

  • Exclusive Access to the Historic Bonhoeffer Haus
    Immerse yourself in the space where Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his family plotted resistance against the Nazi regime. Stand in the very rooms where Bonhoeffer’s commitment to faith and justice took concrete form, and where he was ultimately arrested by the Gestapo in 1943.
  • Expert Guidance from Leading Bonhoeffer Scholars
    Dr. Andrew Root, author of Bonhoeffer as Youth Worker: A Theological Vision for Discipleship and Life Together, will guide us through Bonhoeffer’s groundbreaking theology of "place-sharing." Dr. Tripp Fuller, creator of The Rise of Bonhoeffer audio documentary, will lead us through Bonhoeffer’s spiritual journey as he confronted the moral and theological crises of his time.
  • Integrative Learning Experiences
    Dive deep into Bonhoeffer’s story through a dynamic mix of lectures, discussions, and tours. You will not only learn about Bonhoeffer’s theology, but also wrestle with its relevance for today’s world. Explore key moments in his life and reflect on his powerful challenge to live a faith that responds to the crises of modern society.
  • Explore Berlin's Rich Historical and Cultural Landscape
    Our experience extends beyond the Bonhoeffer Haus. You will explore Berlin’s landmarks, from the infamous Berlin Wall to the museums and churches connected to the Confessing Church movement that defied Nazi ideology. Experience the city where much of 20th-century history was written and see how Bonhoeffer’s legacy continues to echo today.
REGISTER FOR THE TRIP

This immersive experience is designed for anyone seeking a deeper encounter with Bonhoeffer and an opportunity to engage with questions of faith, justice, and courage. It’s a journey into history, but also a journey into how we live out our own faith in an increasingly complex and troubled world.


What Does the Trip Include?

EARLY BIRD PRICING
$2,950 - Private Room ($3,450 after January 31st)

$2,450 - Shared Room ($2,950 after January 31st)

OPTION ADD-ONS

$950 - Travel Partner in Shared Room
You are welcome to bring travel partner who will share your room, join the tours and meals, but will not participate in the class.

The following is included in the trip cost:

  • Hotel accommodations for six nights.
  • Daily breakfast and two group dinners.
  • All tours, admission fees, and gratuities.
  • Use of Bonhoeffer Haus.
  • Berlin Welcome Pass for all Berlin train transportation.
  • All instruction by Dr. Andrew Root and Dr. Tripp Fuller.
  • You are responsible for your flights, lunches, four dinners, and any additional taxis you choose to take instead of walking during a portion of the tours.

Our Itinerary

Saturday, June 21st - Travel Day
Check in at Hampton by Hilton – Berlin City West

Uhlandstraße 188-189, 10623 Berlin

Sunday, June 22nd

10:00 AM - Worship Options

  • Berliner Dom: Berliner Dom Address: Am Lustgarten, 10178 Berlin
  • Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church: Kaiser Wilhelm Church Address: Breitscheidplatz, 10789

Flea Market and Lunch – on your own
10623 Berlin directly at the Tiergarten S-Bahn station

3:30 - 5:30 PM – Andy Root Tour of Berlin (approximately 2 miles over 2 hours)

Location: Gather at Potsdamer Platz

5:30 – 6:45 PMTopography of Terror Museum - Audio Tour (Open from 10 am - 8 pm)

Niederkirchnerstraße 8, 10963 Berlin (Bring ear buds and smartphone)

7:15 PMGroup Dinner at Paulaner Wirtshaus 

Address: Alter Potsdamer Strasse 1, 10785 Berlin

Monday, June 23rd

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Teaching Time - Bonhoeffer Haus 

Marienburger Allee 43 | 14055 Berlin

TRAIN Info: Savignyplatz – take the S3 or S9 towards Spandau. Get off at Heerstrasse.

3:00 – 5:00 PM Walking & Story Tour of Grunewald (2 miles)

Tuesday, June 24th

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Teaching Time - Bonhoeffer Haus

Marienburger Allee 43 | 14055 Berlin

Train Info: Savignyplatz – take the S3 or S9 towards Spandau. Get off at Heerstrasse.

Evening Open

Wednesday, June 25th

10:00 - 10:30 AM - Humbolt University/Book Burning Memorial

Bebelpl. 1, 10117 Berlin, Germany (directly across the street from the library.

10:30 - 11:30 AM - State Library Visit - Bonhoeffer Collection with Dr. Monika Linder

Unter den Linden 8. 10117 Berlin

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM - Library Exhibit (optional) 

Unter den Linden 8. 10117 Berlin

1:00 - 4:00 PM - Lunch, Museum Island, Resistance Museum, etc..)

German Resistance Museum Tour (Open from 9 am - 6 pm): 

Stauffenbergstraße 13 - 14|Entrance through the commemorative courtyard|10785 Berlin-Mitte

4:00 - 5:00 PM - Zion Church 

Zionskirchplatz, 10119 Berlin.

5:30 - 6:30 PM - Tour of Sophieneck with SchoenebeckKulturarrangements(Confessing Church and East Berlin neighborhood)

Tobias v. Schoenebeck: Meet at Hackesche Hof, Rosenthaler Str. 40/41 in 10178 Berlin.

6:30 - 8:30 PM - Group Dinner at Sophieneck Restaurant

Große Hamburger Str. 37, 10115 Berlin

Thursday, June 26th

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Teaching Time - Bonhoeffer Haus

Marienburger Allee 43 | 14055 Berlin

Train Info: Savignyplatz – take the S3 or S9 towards Spandau. Get off at Heerstrasse.

Class Finishes at Noon

Meet Our Instructors

Dr. Tripp Fuller

Luther Theological Seminary, Hombrewed Christianity, Theology Class

Tripp recently moved back to North Carolina and started as Visiting Professor of Theology at Luther Theological Seminary after three years as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Theology & Science at the University of Edinburgh. He recently released Divine Self-Investment: a Constructive Open and Relational Christology, the first book in the Studies in Open and Relational Theology series. For over 15 years Tripp has been doing the Homebrewed Christianity podcast (think on-demand internet radio) where he interviews different scholars about their work so you can get nerdy in traffic, on the treadmill, or doing the dishes. Last year it had over 4 million downloads. It also inspired a book series with Fortress Press called the Homebrewed Christianity Guides to... topics like God, Jesus, Spirit, Church History, etc. Tripp is a very committed and (some of his friends think overly) engaged Lakers fan and takes Star Wars and Lord of the Rings very seriously.

Dr. Andrew Root

Luther Theological Seminary

Andrew Root (PhD, Princeton Theological Seminary) is Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is the author of more than twenty books, including Bonhoeffer as Youth Worker: A Theological Vision for Discipleship and Life Together, Faith Formation in a Secular Age, The Pastor in a Secular Age, The Congregation in a Secular Age, Churches and the Crisis of Decline, The Church after Innovation, and The End of Youth Ministry? Root is also the coauthor (with Kenda Creasy Dean) of The Theological Turn in Youth Ministry. He is a frequent speaker and hosts the popular and influential When Church Stops Working podcast.

Who Should Join the Trip?

Join us on this unique and transformative journey to Berlin, where faith meets history, and where Bonhoeffer’s courageous stand against evil continues to inspire generations.

  • Those passionate about theology, history, and Christian faith.
  • Individuals seeking to engage deeply with Bonhoeffer’s legacy.
  • Pastors, educators, and leaders looking for inspiration and challenge in their spiritual journey.
  • Anyone longing for an integrative and transformative travel experience.

Secure your spot today for this powerful exploration of faith, resistance, and Christian courage.
Spaces are limited. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exclusive travel-learning experience!