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Research Project Newsletter - November 2000
INTRODUCTION
The last Ark Research Project newsletter was published on February 2000. Many have asked
when is the next newsletter coming out? We will publish the newsletters as new or
important issues become available. A few such significant issues are now presented:
In July, ARP team members: Tim Mills, Zach Smith, Glenn Pinson, Edith Pinson, Tom Englman,
Matthew Kneisler and team Director, Jim Hall trekked through the fabulous mountains of the
Sierra-Nevada. The goal was to hone skills in mountaineering and learn new
techniques under the superb direction of Glenn Pinson. The training exercise was capped
with a ten-pitch summit climb of Mount
Sill, 14,135 feet. If you want a real taste for
this adventure then click here.
This training climb was a direct result of the many contributions from so many kind people
and the generous from several mountaineering companies such as: Mountain Hardwear
(climbing gear), Camel
Back (hydration systems), Suunto (wrist computers),
and Lowa (boots). Many thanks to all who
helped.
Matthew Kneisler
YOUR THOUGHTS
Words of encouragement, shared interest and enthusiasm are great ways to share your
thoughts with us. However, due to the volume of email, it is nearly impossible to
"personally" respond to all letters. If you would like a response from
your email, please let us know and we will try our best to do so accordingly. Here
are a few letters straight and mostly unedited from you:
I do hope you all find the ark as this would give many millions of
Christians another viable physical proof of just how real the Bible is!! It all must be in
our Lord's hands if it is his will just now at this time however,......I believe that an
eye opening Biblical artifact like this will be another strong witness for our Soon Coming
Saviour. I will pray that God may guide your path as you all make this journey. In
Jesus' name I pray that you may find the Ark for His Glory. Amen. A.W.
hi this is one of the most interesting sights i've found. i
would like to get your newsletter or updates on noah's ark. thank you G.H. south
dakota
I would like to follow the development of the research
and would appreciate very much if you could send me the latest newsletter until with
Allah's grace the ark is found as stated in the Final Scripture ( the Holy Quran) A.
I WOULD VERY MUCH LIKE TO RECEIVE YOUR NEWS LETTER.I HAVE
ALWAYS BEEN INTERESTED IN THE ARK. I PRAY THAT YOU WILL FIND IT IN MY LIFETIME. R.H.
I would really be interested in receiving your newsletter. Your research
has astounded me! R.K.
I had been following your progress and your newsletters for some time. Recently I
noticed that I had stopped receiving them. Would you please start sending me the
newsletter again. I have used your information to share in our ministry in the Juvenile
Deliquent Center for several years. The Children are facinated by the fact that the
Ark is real. And it strongly impresses them that the Lord is REAL! HE is using your
ministry even now in more ways than you know! Our prayers are with you in your endeavor,
and that you receive "Divine Direction" every step of the way! D.W.
I am very interested in your research and will be sending all your information to my
sons class at the Seven Day Adventist School in Roanoke Va, the class will be praying for
you. Please add us to your mailing list, this is soooo.... exciting. >>>J.
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FROM THE DIRECTOR
I just returned from a 10 day trip to Turkey that was
filled with blessings beyond description. As you know, our two main obstacles were permits
and finances. I signed a tentative agreement with Ataturk University in Erzurum, Turkey to
work with the Archaeology Department on a cooperative expedition to explore for Noah's
Ark.
This was a historic agreement because it will be a model
for all future Ark research in that all groups applying for an expedition will have to
agree to the terms of the contract. If my work ended here, I felt like this was a
tremendous step forward. Nothing like this was ever done before in the history of Ark
research.
There was another group also present and aiding in
compiling this agreement which took over 7 hours to develop and notarize. The university
has been given the authority by the Turkish government to handle all permit applications.
All groups wishing to do research are then asked to present their proposals for selection.
Your prayers were definitely evident for the Lord gave our group extreme favor with the
University administration. It looks as if we have the inside track because of the way they
treated us over the others. ( based on previous experiences, I remain cautiously
optimistic).
We have also identified a sponsor for our financial support
and possibly another group also. The sponsoring foundation was the sponsor of my trip to
Turkey and I will give them a report in the early part of December. I believe when they
see the agreement plus other information they will be come the sponsor of the expedition
which is slated for next August-September.
While there, I visited the mountain, possible target sites
for the Ark on the mountain, and ancient areas where we think are the first habitations of
Noah and his family. The Lord gave us also wonderful contacts with the military as I had
lunch with a General and his staff. The military will also need to grant permits into the
area..
I cannot tell you everything that happened on this trip but
it was beyond all description and I want to thank each of you for your support and prayer.
Continue to pray as I prepare the proposal for the university's consideration.
Remember, what the Lord laid on my heart. We wish to use
the Ark discovery and documentation for a witness of the soon return of the Lord. I feel
the excitement over the possibility of bringing this project to a successful conclusion as
it has been a 9 year long journey filled with trials and tribulations.
Those of you in the Lynchburg area, I will be bringing a
slide program and report on the Search for the Ark with all of the latest information and
pictures at Forest Alliance Church, December 3, Sunday evening with the time to be
announced. There will be an ad in the paper
Again, I wish to thank each of you and especially the
Pastors of the churches who so graciously supported my effort by having me in their church
and taking an offering for the project. Those of you who prayed so diligently, I thank
each of you. We still need your prayers as Satan will continue to thwart our efforts but
we are the victors.
In Christ,
Jim Hall, Director
Ark Research Project
OTHER NEWS
If you are interested in becoming one of our Prayer Partners, please email John McIntosh and express your interest in
helping us through prayer.
THE WEB
Ark Research Project
The Search For Noah's Ark : Matthew Kneisler
Noah's Ark Research : BJ Corbin
Mission
Noah : Michael Holt
The Genesis Flood : Tom Pickett
ArcImaging
The Noah's Ark Project : Douglas Peterson
Noah's Ark Website And Shipyard : David O'Neil
Detailed Research on the Logistics
of Noah's Ark : John Woodmorappe
THE PURPOSE
Ark Research Project was an officially recognized United States organization in February
1998, when it received non-profit tax-exempt status from the IRS. The organizational
purpose is to, "conduct research into locating the legendary Noah's Ark of the
Bible. The revelation of the existence of such an archaeological and religious
object would be of utmost scientific, religious, and educational value to the people of
the United States and the World."
The Ark Research Project team is planning an expedition to Mount Ararat in northeastern
Turkey in 2001. Ark Research Team members
are listed below.
1. James Hall : Director
2. Tim Mills : Mountaineer & Financial Consultant
3. Tom Engleman : Director Media and Video
4. Michael Holt : Mountaineer
5. Troy Thomas : Media and Video
6. John T. McIntosh : Director Mountain Research
7. Matthew Kneisler : Remote Sensing Coordinator & Mountaineer
8. James Lee : Business Manager
9. Rick Hatch : Director of Photography Operations
10. John Bradley : Consultant
11. Orhan Baser : Consultant & Mountaineer
12. Ian Shirey : Mountaineer
13-14. Glen and Edith Pinson : Director of Mountaineering Team
15. Olcay Balitatli : Permit Coordinator
16. Zachary Smith: Mountaineer
17. Yavuz Konca: Codirector of Mountain Research
There are others who have contributed as consultants. Their invaluable help and
service are greatly appreciated. Special thanks to: Dr. John Morris (Geologist), Rex
Geissler (Publisher), Ray Anderson (Researcher), Dr. Salih Baraktutan (Geologist), BJ
Corbin (Researcher), and others.
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