We have gone 5273.73 miles! Less than 1000 to go!
Well we traveled quite fast from Morocco to Malta, and because the Island is so small we may be off it by now. But I thought I would give you some info on Malta and pretty pics to look at. 
The island, off the southern coast of Italy, has been predominately Christian since Paul lived there. There was a period of Arab rule from AD870 to 1090, but after this reign ended Christianity was re-established. Many have ruled the Island, including the Knights of Malta and Napoleon. It has been a member of the European Union since May 1, 2004.
There are about 408,000 people residing in Malta. Maltese is the main language of the people and is one of two official languages of the island, the other being English.
The island is 98% Roman Catholic (according to CIA World Fact book), of which there are over 360 churches, about one church for every 1000 people. There is a small population of Protestant believers made up mainly of Europeans, not native Maltese. Today there is one Jewish congregation and one Muslim mosque.
Tourism is there main source of income. After looking at these pictures, I would be a tourist there if given the opportunity! How about a missions trip to Malta, anyone?
Look at how they are integrating Church and Health.
Catholic-themed marathon to pass through Malta
Posted on March 28th, 2009
A marathon will link the cities of Jerusalem and Rome between April 23 and May 27 passing through Malta in the process.
The initiative, organized by the John Paul II Foundation for Sports, coincides with Pope Benedict XVI’s May 8-15 visit to Israel as a major event in the pope’s calendar in the Pauline Year.
The 1,300 km route will go through five countries: Israel, Greece, Malta, Italy and Vatican City.
The marathon will take off on April 23 in Bethlehem and end at St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on May 27. http://www.maltamediaonline.com/?p=6454
How cool is that? I wonder if they have to run on water…
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