God gives peace for Israel and for every Jew in the all world. The peace consists of be always with God.
God blesses us in this year and Shalom for everybody!
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Happy New Year!
God gives peace for Israel and for every Jew in the all world. The peace consists of be always with God.
God blesses us in this year and Shalom for everybody!
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Final Donations For This Year
Donation 1:
Dear Friend,
Do you believe in miracles? I do! We have just three days—72 hours—left in our matching fund challenge. If every Jerusalem Prayer Team member who loves God’s Chosen People will respond today, we will have a miracle.
We have $137,400 in matching funds left to claim. Every gift will be doubled. Why not do something great for God today? Remember that your gift is tax deductible. Please join me right now in praying that the Spirit of God will speak to every heart and this miracle will happen.
Jesus transformed a boy’s little lunch into a feast for “five thousand men, besides women and children” (Matthew 14:21). And I love the details that John added:
God worked a miracle when one poor but generous boy (we know he was poor because only the poor people ate barley loaves) gave what he had…will you do the same today?
Today I’m asking you to be a blessing to God’s Chosen People in a special way. A recently-released study from Israel’s National Insurance Institute revealed that one in five people in Israel cannot afford to buy enough food for good health, and one out of ten is suffering from malnutrition. That’s nearly ¾ of a million Jewish people suffering physical problems because they don’t have enough food! Together we can help meet this urgent need…and we must act right now.
I remember going to bed hungry just before Christmas when I was a child. One Saturday morning I went to the dump to look for food. An elderly man who was also there looking for food gave me a stick because I was scared to death of the rats. My pants had holes in them...my shoes were so small that I had an abscess on my heel. I don't want to close my heart or wallet to the cries of poor children like I was or to the precious elderly Holocaust survivors in Israel who are hidden from sight but whose needs are very real.
Today as you read these words, millions of men, women, and children are at great risk. Their lives could be snuffed out at any moment—simply because they are Jewish. The hatred and anti-Semitism filling the Middle East, and indeed the world, must be countered with the truth and the love of God. I am asking you today to stand with Israel with a special offering to help us prepare the people of Israel for the horrors of the coming war.
When you give today, you can do twice as much to help deliver Israel from destruction and save the lives of thousands of Jews. This is our moment, and I am asking you to be as generous as you can when you send your gift so that this wonderful matching gift challenge can be met.
I have been in Israel during virtually every major battle fought by that nation over the past several decades. I was with the troops during the Hamas and Hezbollah war comforting my people even as missiles flew over our heads to rain down death and destruction on Jewish men, women, and children.
Israeli diplomat friends called me and begged me to leave the war zone—to get out of the line of fire. They warned me, “You could die.” I responded that I planned to die; death would be no shock to me. Until that day comes, I will do everything within my power to obey my Savior and defend my people.
I have seen firsthand that in the south of Israel great numbers of Russian Jewish refugee children do not have bomb shelters in which to seek safety. I can tell you that there will be an enormous need for food, medicine, and blankets.
In Arab countries, Jews will be hanged, shot, and blown up when the war comes. This is especially true in Iran. We must do everything in our power to “blow the trumpet in Zion.”
This is the Word of the Lord for you and me today. Can you imagine what you would do if you knew your children and grandchildren were in harm’s way and a missile would hit their home? I know you would do everything humanly possible to protect your loved ones.
God wants us to do everything humanly possible to protect His loved ones—your brothers and sisters in Israel. Will you stand with me today in support of the Jewish people?
As I prayed about this, I was directed to the Book of Joel: “Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Wake up the mighty men, Let all the men of war draw near, Let them come up” (Joel 3:9). “Blow the trumpet in Zion, And sound an alarm in My holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the land tremble; For the day of the LORD is coming, For it is at hand…” (Joel 2:1). “Blow the trumpet in Zion, Consecrate a fast, Call a sacred assembly; Gather the people, Sanctify the congregation, Assemble the elders, Gather the children and nursing babes; Let the bridegroom go out from his chamber, And the bride from her dressing room. Let the priests, who minister to the LORD, Weep between the porch and the altar…” (Joel 2:15-17).
Iran is on the brink of going nuclear, and Israel has no option but to stop this demon-possessed terror regime whose leader has declared that Israel is a “stinking corpse which will be wiped off the map,” and that the Jews are “evil, greedy thieves and murderers…a cancerous tumor...filthy germs and savage beasts.. a rotted dry tree…a true manifestation of Satan.”
I am asking you today to join with us as we stand in the gap for Israel and blow the trumpet in Zion. When you send your gift today, you will do twice as much to help us
Thank you for being part of the Jerusalem Prayer Team and supporting our work to stand in the gap for Israel at this critical and prophetic moment in history. God bless you for blessing His Chosen People according to the promise of Genesis 12:3 which He gave to Abraham.
Barukh atah Adonai eloheinu melekh ha-olam, ha-notein laiya’eif koach.
Blessed art thou, Lord our God, King of the Universe, Who gives the weary strength
Your ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Source: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/
Source: http://www.maozisrael.org/site/PageServer?pagename=maoz_homepage
Donation 3:
Whether it's rocket attacks, drive-by shootings, suicide bombings or fear of nuclear attack, Israel is alone in a big world of unfriendly nations. The Jewish State is under intense pressure to give away significant parts of its homeland and to divide Jerusalem, its eternal capital.
Israel needs the strong support of its friends throughout the world. To recognize and publicize that Israel is a beacon of democracy, liberty and freedom in a Middle East full of dictators and human rights abusers. To affirm that Israel has been a great blessing to the world and only those who stand with Israel will themselves be blessed. To use the power of the internet and social media and become global advocates for Israel. To speak and spread the TRUTH about Israel.
MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
While the brave young men and women of the IDF protect the Israeli citizens from their enemies on the battlefield, 'United with Israel' is fighting the war of public opinion in homes, cafes, universities, synagogues and churches throughout the world.
The enemies of Israel have spent hundreds of millions of dollars to spread lies and demonize the State of Israel. United with Israel uses the latest 'alternative media' technologies to VIRALLY reach millions of people across the globe and turn them into global advocates for Israel.
United with Israel needs to raise substantial funds to maintain and expand its professional staff and pay for language translation, content development, video production, graphics, programming, advertising, SEO, social media technology, local branch development and much more. Every dollar is stretched to maximize our incredible results.
MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
In the past year, United with Israel has grown to become the world's largest global pro-Israel movement - reaching millions of people via websites, email blasts, videos, Twitter, Facebook posts, 'Likes' and 'Shares'. According to Facebook, our supporters have 180 millions 'friends' who are just one click away - waiting to be reached!
With your support, we can literally empower millions of people around the world to become global advocates for the People, Country and Land of Israel.
MAKE A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
We ask you to kindly forward this email to your family and friends. They too, deserve the opportunity and privilege to make a real difference for Israel.
We thank you in advance for your generous support and look forward to a fabulous New Year of 2012 - United with Israel!.
With Blessings from Israel,
The 'United with Israel' Family
CLICK BELOW TO MAKE A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
Sources: https://www.israelgives.org/ / http://unitedwithisrael.org/
More donation: https://www.israelgives.org/custom/makedonation/cart?MakeDonation=1&AmutaGovId=580432722
Donation 4:
Dear Friend,
Source: http://www.ifcj.org/site/PageNavigator/eng/USENG_homenew
Donation 5: https://www.afmda.org/afmdapublic/index.aspx?Type=1 / http://www.afmda.org/hearttoheart/default.aspx / http://www.shavei.org/support-us/?lang=en
Do this and God will blesses you so much!
Shalom!
Please, sign this petition too: http://pages.townhall.com/campaign/2nd-amendment
Dear Friend,
Do you believe in miracles? I do! We have just three days—72 hours—left in our matching fund challenge. If every Jerusalem Prayer Team member who loves God’s Chosen People will respond today, we will have a miracle.
We have $137,400 in matching funds left to claim. Every gift will be doubled. Why not do something great for God today? Remember that your gift is tax deductible. Please join me right now in praying that the Spirit of God will speak to every heart and this miracle will happen.
Jesus transformed a boy’s little lunch into a feast for “five thousand men, besides women and children” (Matthew 14:21). And I love the details that John added:
| And Jesus took the loaves,…distributed them to the disciples, and the disciples to those sitting down; and likewise of the fish, as much as they wanted. So when they were filled, He said to His disciples, ‘Gather up the fragments that remain, so that nothing is lost.’ Therefore they gathered them up, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves which were left over by those who had eaten. Then those men, when they had seen the sign that Jesus did, said, ‘This is truly the Prophet who is to come into the world’ (John 6:11-14). |
God worked a miracle when one poor but generous boy (we know he was poor because only the poor people ate barley loaves) gave what he had…will you do the same today?
Today I’m asking you to be a blessing to God’s Chosen People in a special way. A recently-released study from Israel’s National Insurance Institute revealed that one in five people in Israel cannot afford to buy enough food for good health, and one out of ten is suffering from malnutrition. That’s nearly ¾ of a million Jewish people suffering physical problems because they don’t have enough food! Together we can help meet this urgent need…and we must act right now.
I remember going to bed hungry just before Christmas when I was a child. One Saturday morning I went to the dump to look for food. An elderly man who was also there looking for food gave me a stick because I was scared to death of the rats. My pants had holes in them...my shoes were so small that I had an abscess on my heel. I don't want to close my heart or wallet to the cries of poor children like I was or to the precious elderly Holocaust survivors in Israel who are hidden from sight but whose needs are very real.
Today as you read these words, millions of men, women, and children are at great risk. Their lives could be snuffed out at any moment—simply because they are Jewish. The hatred and anti-Semitism filling the Middle East, and indeed the world, must be countered with the truth and the love of God. I am asking you today to stand with Israel with a special offering to help us prepare the people of Israel for the horrors of the coming war.
| God has provided us with an amazing opportunity to do more than ever before to help His Chosen People at this crucial and historic moment. A precious friend of the Jerusalem Prayer Team has stepped forward with the largest matching gift challenge in the 40-year history of our ministry! Remember that every gift we receive this month will be doubled, up to $330,000! |
When you give today, you can do twice as much to help deliver Israel from destruction and save the lives of thousands of Jews. This is our moment, and I am asking you to be as generous as you can when you send your gift so that this wonderful matching gift challenge can be met.
I have been in Israel during virtually every major battle fought by that nation over the past several decades. I was with the troops during the Hamas and Hezbollah war comforting my people even as missiles flew over our heads to rain down death and destruction on Jewish men, women, and children.
Israeli diplomat friends called me and begged me to leave the war zone—to get out of the line of fire. They warned me, “You could die.” I responded that I planned to die; death would be no shock to me. Until that day comes, I will do everything within my power to obey my Savior and defend my people.
I have seen firsthand that in the south of Israel great numbers of Russian Jewish refugee children do not have bomb shelters in which to seek safety. I can tell you that there will be an enormous need for food, medicine, and blankets.
In Arab countries, Jews will be hanged, shot, and blown up when the war comes. This is especially true in Iran. We must do everything in our power to “blow the trumpet in Zion.”
This is the Word of the Lord for you and me today. Can you imagine what you would do if you knew your children and grandchildren were in harm’s way and a missile would hit their home? I know you would do everything humanly possible to protect your loved ones.
God wants us to do everything humanly possible to protect His loved ones—your brothers and sisters in Israel. Will you stand with me today in support of the Jewish people?
As I prayed about this, I was directed to the Book of Joel: “Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Wake up the mighty men, Let all the men of war draw near, Let them come up” (Joel 3:9). “Blow the trumpet in Zion, And sound an alarm in My holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the land tremble; For the day of the LORD is coming, For it is at hand…” (Joel 2:1). “Blow the trumpet in Zion, Consecrate a fast, Call a sacred assembly; Gather the people, Sanctify the congregation, Assemble the elders, Gather the children and nursing babes; Let the bridegroom go out from his chamber, And the bride from her dressing room. Let the priests, who minister to the LORD, Weep between the porch and the altar…” (Joel 2:15-17).
Iran is on the brink of going nuclear, and Israel has no option but to stop this demon-possessed terror regime whose leader has declared that Israel is a “stinking corpse which will be wiped off the map,” and that the Jews are “evil, greedy thieves and murderers…a cancerous tumor...filthy germs and savage beasts.. a rotted dry tree…a true manifestation of Satan.”
I am asking you today to join with us as we stand in the gap for Israel and blow the trumpet in Zion. When you send your gift today, you will do twice as much to help us
| Rescue Jews targeted for death in Muslim countries and help them escape Provide for the needs of impoverished Jews, especially children and the elderly Warn the leaders of the world that God’s curse will follow their actions to curse Israel |
| When you send your gift of any amount, we will send you a copy of my book The Jerusalem Prophecies. The Holy City is the center of the enemy’s attack, and you need to know what God has to say about the future of Jerusalem—and those who bless and curse the Jewish people. |  |
 | If you are able to send a gift of $100 or more, we will send you the book and this full-color Comfort Ye My People afghan. And if you are able to send a gift of $1,000 or more, we will send the book, the afghan, and this handcrafted museum-quality large silver-trimmed shofar. Please be as generous as you can when you send your gift today. |
Thank you for being part of the Jerusalem Prayer Team and supporting our work to stand in the gap for Israel at this critical and prophetic moment in history. God bless you for blessing His Chosen People according to the promise of Genesis 12:3 which He gave to Abraham.
Barukh atah Adonai eloheinu melekh ha-olam, ha-notein laiya’eif koach.
Blessed art thou, Lord our God, King of the Universe, Who gives the weary strength
Your ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Source: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/
Donation 2:
You’ve probably watched children open gifts on Christmas or Hanukkah once or twice. You’ve probably opened plenty of gifts yourself as a child.
The most precious thing is to see the face expression change from a puzzled “What’s in there?” to the amazement of “Wow, that’s exactly what I wanted!”
Besides the usual things we are dreaming of during the holidays – for ourselves and our family, our dream as ministers of the Gospel in Israel has always been to see the salvation of the Jewish people. As years go by, the most precious “gift” by far has been watching Israelis accept Yeshua – God’s greatest gift of all – as their Messiah!
Each day when we receive the reports of donations from our various offices around the world, we are truly like little children who get to open gifts and receive what they wanted – resources to further the Kingdom of God among our fellow countrymen.
And each time we read one of your emails or letters of encouragement, we, again, rejoice, knowing that the Lord is answering our prayers and raising an army of warriors for His firstborn.
Your prayers and gifts give eternal life to people who have had no hope.
Will you give a special year-end gift for Israel’s salvation and enable us to carry the Good News to people who are perishing?
Will you commit to pray for Israel each day at noon, crying out, “LORD, help Israel!”?
What you do today might change what eternity looks like for many.
You have until midnight CST December 31st if you want to receive tax credit for 2011.
THANK YOU for standing with Israel, 
Ari & Shira
Ari & Shira
Source: http://www.maozisrael.org/site/PageServer?pagename=maoz_homepage
Donation 3:
Whether it's rocket attacks, drive-by shootings, suicide bombings or fear of nuclear attack, Israel is alone in a big world of unfriendly nations. The Jewish State is under intense pressure to give away significant parts of its homeland and to divide Jerusalem, its eternal capital.
Israel needs the strong support of its friends throughout the world. To recognize and publicize that Israel is a beacon of democracy, liberty and freedom in a Middle East full of dictators and human rights abusers. To affirm that Israel has been a great blessing to the world and only those who stand with Israel will themselves be blessed. To use the power of the internet and social media and become global advocates for Israel. To speak and spread the TRUTH about Israel.
MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
While the brave young men and women of the IDF protect the Israeli citizens from their enemies on the battlefield, 'United with Israel' is fighting the war of public opinion in homes, cafes, universities, synagogues and churches throughout the world.
The enemies of Israel have spent hundreds of millions of dollars to spread lies and demonize the State of Israel. United with Israel uses the latest 'alternative media' technologies to VIRALLY reach millions of people across the globe and turn them into global advocates for Israel.
United with Israel needs to raise substantial funds to maintain and expand its professional staff and pay for language translation, content development, video production, graphics, programming, advertising, SEO, social media technology, local branch development and much more. Every dollar is stretched to maximize our incredible results.
MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
In the past year, United with Israel has grown to become the world's largest global pro-Israel movement - reaching millions of people via websites, email blasts, videos, Twitter, Facebook posts, 'Likes' and 'Shares'. According to Facebook, our supporters have 180 millions 'friends' who are just one click away - waiting to be reached!
With your support, we can literally empower millions of people around the world to become global advocates for the People, Country and Land of Israel.
MAKE A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
We ask you to kindly forward this email to your family and friends. They too, deserve the opportunity and privilege to make a real difference for Israel.
We thank you in advance for your generous support and look forward to a fabulous New Year of 2012 - United with Israel!.
With Blessings from Israel,
The 'United with Israel' Family
CLICK BELOW TO MAKE A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION:
https://www.israelgives.org/custom/unitedwithisrael/cart
Sources: https://www.israelgives.org/ / http://unitedwithisrael.org/
More donation: https://www.israelgives.org/custom/makedonation/cart?MakeDonation=1&AmutaGovId=580432722
Donation 4:
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Dear Friend,
As I reflect on 2011, I am incredibly grateful that you found it in your heart to help The Fellowship bring strength, comfort and peace to so many of God’s people.
Thanks to friends like you, the suffering of tens of thousands of destitute Jewish children, impoverished families, and elderly Jews — including Holocaust survivors — has been eased.
However, looking to the future, I see rising tensions in the Holy Land and growing anti-Semitism in the former Soviet Union continuing to create critical needs for food, shelter, medical care, and other basic necessities that IFCJ provides.
So, before you gather with friends and family to ring in the New Year, I urge you to reach out one more time to to support the lifesaving IFCJ programs that bless Israel and her people. Your gift will be immediately put to aiding those impoverished and vulnerable Jewish people who urgently need a helping hand.
My friend, I pray that 2012 will be a year of joy and fulfillment for you and your loved ones. And, through your support of the less fortunate, may you experience the promise of these biblical words: “May the Lord bless you from Zion, He who is the Maker of heaven and earth” (Psalm 134:3).
Thanks to friends like you, the suffering of tens of thousands of destitute Jewish children, impoverished families, and elderly Jews — including Holocaust survivors — has been eased.
However, looking to the future, I see rising tensions in the Holy Land and growing anti-Semitism in the former Soviet Union continuing to create critical needs for food, shelter, medical care, and other basic necessities that IFCJ provides.
So, before you gather with friends and family to ring in the New Year, I urge you to reach out one more time to to support the lifesaving IFCJ programs that bless Israel and her people. Your gift will be immediately put to aiding those impoverished and vulnerable Jewish people who urgently need a helping hand.
My friend, I pray that 2012 will be a year of joy and fulfillment for you and your loved ones. And, through your support of the less fortunate, may you experience the promise of these biblical words: “May the Lord bless you from Zion, He who is the Maker of heaven and earth” (Psalm 134:3).
With prayers for shalom, peace,
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein
President
President
PS | Your gifts made before midnight on December 31 are tax-deductible on your 2011 returns. So please make an especially generous year-end gift to IFCJ today. |
Donation 5: https://www.afmda.org/afmdapublic/index.aspx?Type=1 / http://www.afmda.org/hearttoheart/default.aspx / http://www.shavei.org/support-us/?lang=en
Do this and God will blesses you so much!
Shalom!
Please, sign this petition too: http://pages.townhall.com/campaign/2nd-amendment
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
More About Hanukkah
Dear Pastor and Friend of The Fellowship,
During Hanukkah, Jews celebrate two miracles. The first miracle is the military victory 2,100 years ago of a small group of Jews, the Maccabees, against a powerful Greek/Syrian army that had invaded and occupied Israel, defiled the Temple, and tried to impose paganism upon the Jewish people. Despite overwhelming odds, the Jews fought fiercely and, through God's favor, prevailed. This pivotal victory was the key to the survival of the Jews as a people and Judaism as a faith.
The second miracle involves a flask of oil. After overcoming the invaders, the Jews set about to purify the Temple during the eight-day Feast of Dedication. Upon entering, they found only one flask of purified oil for the eternal flame — enough to keep it burning for just one day. But, miraculously, the oil lasted eight days and nights until more pure oil could be brought.
This is why Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days, and why it is called the "Festival of Lights." While Hanukkah is a special celebration for Jewish people, it is not a holy day. Hanukkah is not a biblical celebration, either. Hanukkah is not mentioned in the Hebrew Bible — what Christians call the Old Testament — because the events surrounding it took place after the closing of the Hebrew Bible. But it is mentioned in the New Testament: John 10:22 states that the people were gathered at the "feast of dedication" — or Hanukkah — in Jerusalem. Jesus celebrated Hanukkah!
The story of the Maccabees and their courageous stand against foes who wanted to separate them from their faith contains a lesson for Christians and Jews alike. All of us must at one time or another be willing to take a stand against that which we believe is contrary to God's will, even if taking that stand means we have to struggle against great odds.
We may not immediately see the fruit of our faithfulness — in the Maccabees' case, their struggle for victory against their oppressors took years! But in doing so, we know that we are doing what is right and acting as partners with God to fulfill His purposes. And it is always possible that, like the Maccabees, God will bless us with a miracle for our faithfulness.
Today I invite you to learn more about Hanukkah by using the free downloadable resources in our Pastor's Library. Here you will find resources about the major themes of Hanukkah, as well as a teaching video, church bulletin inserts about how Hanukkah is celebrated, plus activity pages and a PowerPoint presentation for children.
I hope these resources will help you and your congregation grow in your faith as you gain greater insights into the Jewish roots of the Christian faith and come to better understand what is perhaps the most widely known Jewish holiday.
We thank you for your continued interest and your partnership in building bridges of understanding between our two faith communities. May God bless you richly as you and your congregation continue to study His Word.
With prayers for shalom, peace,
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein
President
Resources:
Bible Study Resources
Help your congregation expand its understanding of the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah, through a downloadable overview and a downloadable reading about Hanukkah from Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein's book, How Firm a Foundation. Discussion questions on the reading are available in the overview.
Church Bulletin Inserts
Explore how Hanukkah is celebrated in Israel and elsewhere through this downloadable church bulletin insert, The Rabbi Looks at Celebrating Hanukkah. Find out more about the traditional Hanukkah symbol, the menorah, and why it now stands in front of Israel's parliament, the Knesset.
Multimedia Teaching Resources
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein is featured on this teaching video clip about Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights, from the Journey to Zion series on The Jewish Holy Days. This short video clip can be used with the discussion questions, as part of a sermon illustration, or as a stand-alone resource for adult education. In addition, Rabbi Eckstein offers a brief teaching on the scripture inscribed on the Knesset menorah — and its significance for the Jewish people.
Children & Youth Resources
The Pastor's Library is pleased to offer for the first time a variety of children's activity pages on Hanukkah and a PowerPoint presentation on Hanukkah that can be used for Sunday school, children's church, or during a midweek program.
Source: http://www.ifcj.org/site/PageNavigator/eng/USENG_homenew
More information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanukkah
During Hanukkah, Jews celebrate two miracles. The first miracle is the military victory 2,100 years ago of a small group of Jews, the Maccabees, against a powerful Greek/Syrian army that had invaded and occupied Israel, defiled the Temple, and tried to impose paganism upon the Jewish people. Despite overwhelming odds, the Jews fought fiercely and, through God's favor, prevailed. This pivotal victory was the key to the survival of the Jews as a people and Judaism as a faith.
The second miracle involves a flask of oil. After overcoming the invaders, the Jews set about to purify the Temple during the eight-day Feast of Dedication. Upon entering, they found only one flask of purified oil for the eternal flame — enough to keep it burning for just one day. But, miraculously, the oil lasted eight days and nights until more pure oil could be brought.
This is why Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days, and why it is called the "Festival of Lights." While Hanukkah is a special celebration for Jewish people, it is not a holy day. Hanukkah is not a biblical celebration, either. Hanukkah is not mentioned in the Hebrew Bible — what Christians call the Old Testament — because the events surrounding it took place after the closing of the Hebrew Bible. But it is mentioned in the New Testament: John 10:22 states that the people were gathered at the "feast of dedication" — or Hanukkah — in Jerusalem. Jesus celebrated Hanukkah!
The story of the Maccabees and their courageous stand against foes who wanted to separate them from their faith contains a lesson for Christians and Jews alike. All of us must at one time or another be willing to take a stand against that which we believe is contrary to God's will, even if taking that stand means we have to struggle against great odds.
We may not immediately see the fruit of our faithfulness — in the Maccabees' case, their struggle for victory against their oppressors took years! But in doing so, we know that we are doing what is right and acting as partners with God to fulfill His purposes. And it is always possible that, like the Maccabees, God will bless us with a miracle for our faithfulness.
Today I invite you to learn more about Hanukkah by using the free downloadable resources in our Pastor's Library. Here you will find resources about the major themes of Hanukkah, as well as a teaching video, church bulletin inserts about how Hanukkah is celebrated, plus activity pages and a PowerPoint presentation for children.
I hope these resources will help you and your congregation grow in your faith as you gain greater insights into the Jewish roots of the Christian faith and come to better understand what is perhaps the most widely known Jewish holiday.
We thank you for your continued interest and your partnership in building bridges of understanding between our two faith communities. May God bless you richly as you and your congregation continue to study His Word.
With prayers for shalom, peace,
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein
President
Resources:
Bible Study Resources
Help your congregation expand its understanding of the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah, through a downloadable overview and a downloadable reading about Hanukkah from Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein's book, How Firm a Foundation. Discussion questions on the reading are available in the overview.
Church Bulletin Inserts
Explore how Hanukkah is celebrated in Israel and elsewhere through this downloadable church bulletin insert, The Rabbi Looks at Celebrating Hanukkah. Find out more about the traditional Hanukkah symbol, the menorah, and why it now stands in front of Israel's parliament, the Knesset.
Multimedia Teaching Resources
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein is featured on this teaching video clip about Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights, from the Journey to Zion series on The Jewish Holy Days. This short video clip can be used with the discussion questions, as part of a sermon illustration, or as a stand-alone resource for adult education. In addition, Rabbi Eckstein offers a brief teaching on the scripture inscribed on the Knesset menorah — and its significance for the Jewish people.
Children & Youth Resources
The Pastor's Library is pleased to offer for the first time a variety of children's activity pages on Hanukkah and a PowerPoint presentation on Hanukkah that can be used for Sunday school, children's church, or during a midweek program.
Source: http://www.ifcj.org/site/PageNavigator/eng/USENG_homenew
More information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanukkah
Monday, December 26, 2011
Saturday, December 24, 2011
The Birth of Our Salvation
And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,
To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.
And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.
And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this should be.
And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.
He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:
And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.
Luke 1:26-33 (KJV)
Millions of Christians around the world tomorrow will celebrate Christmas – attending churches, saying prayers, singing carols and exchanging gifts in remembrance of the birth of their Lord and Savior, Jesus of Nazareth – whose Hebrew name is Yeshua.
Most understand Yeshua, their Savior, was not really born on Dec. 25. I strongly suspect, though I can't prove it, that He was born on Nisan 1 – the new first day of the Hebrew calendar year as established by Moses. That would mean a spring birth – when the sheep are out in the fields and the new lambs are being born.
Nevertheless, Christians will be reading today from the familiar passages in the Gospel of Luke that describe the circumstances of the Virgin Birth – an event like no other in the history of the world.
There have been movies and books about these events. But most have focused, understandably, on the notable obedience and sacrifices of Joseph and Mary – or Yusef and Miriam – in bringing the baby Yeshua, whose very name means "salvation," into the world.
But, have you ever thought about what that experience was like for Yeshua?
We all know how Yeshua sacrificed Himself for us at the end of His mortal life – the excruciating tortures he endured, the humiliation, the death on the cross. But at this time of the year, I often think about the sacrifice He, the co-creator of the universe, made temporarily to give up His omniscience, His omnipotence, His almighty powers and His seat at the right hand of God and to live inside the womb of a young Jewish girl and to submit himself to the protection of an obscure Jewish carpenter.
He literally stepped down from heaven into a fallen world of danger and deception. He even, presumably, had to disengage from His own divine consciousness to become a helpless embryo and newborn baby. He had to be born under trying circumstances following a rough 70-mile walk by his parents from Nazareth to Bethlehem.
He gave up all the unimaginable riches and untold wisdom of the universe to be born in a barn and laid in an animal trough.
But, most of all, try to imagine what it was like sitting at the right hand of the Father in heaven contemplating this idea of becoming utterly helpless and, for at least a period of time, presumably, clueless!
Like any other child, Yeshua was born not knowing how to walk or talk. How many of us would be willing to trade our own lives and consciousness even as adult mortal human beings to re-enter the world that way, again?
That's what the birth of Yeshua represents to me. It is every bit as awe-inspiring as contemplating Yeshua's death on the cross and Resurrection.
We often talk about and ponder the Ascension. But what about the Condescension that took place when Jesus became, first, an unborn baby and later on that day in Bethlehem, a vulnerable little infant who would be hunted down by Herod – who would grow up to die an ugly death on the cross?
Believers acknowledge the sacrifice Yeshua made on Golgotha. But, truly, we ought to consider the sacrifice He made the day He willingly stepped down from heaven in the Virgin Birth, which might also be termed the Miraculous and Mysterious Condescension.
Thank you, Yeshua!
Source: http://www.wnd.com/
Friday, December 23, 2011
In 2012, Visit Israel with The Fellowship
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2011 Journey Home Tour group |
One of the wonderful things about the Journey Home Tour is that it allows me to spend time with Fellowship friends like you. As we have in the past, during this tour I will share a traditional Jewish Sabbath meal with participants, and discuss the Jewish history and biblical themes encountered in the course of the tour.
In addition, we'll again have the chance to visit Fellowship projects, so that you can see firsthand the lifesaving impact our partners' generosity has on Israel and Jewish people worldwide. When you have served food to a hungry person at a Fellowship-sponsored soup kitchen, seen the smiling faces of boys and girls at a Fellowship-supported children's home, or witnessed the gratitude of new immigrants helped through our On Wings of Eagles program, you view the work of The Fellowship with deeper understanding.
When you come to Israel, you are truly blessed by the experience and you, in turn, are a blessing to the people of Israel, especially now, when Israel continues to come under harsh criticism from many world leaders and in the media. When I see the throngs of Christian tour groups walking the crowded streets of Jerusalem's Old City, or visiting the many biblical and historical sites throughout the country, these criticisms lose much of their sting. For Israelis, it is so heartening to know that we have friends like you who show their solidarity and support by coming to Israel to walk the streets with us, experiencing firsthand the blessings of the country God Himself called "the land flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 33:3).
2011 is about to end and 2012 will begin, and November may seem a long way away. But a trip to Israel requires preparation. Because of this and since spaces on the tour fill up quickly, I strongly urge you to register soon. I encourage you to visit the Journey Home section of our website to learn about this one-of-a-kind tour. There you'll find the itinerary planned for the 2012 tour, a daily journal of previous tours, testimonies from previous tour participants, and much more.
The Fellowship's Journey Home Tour to Israel offers a unique and unforgettable experience, one you will always hold in your heart. I hope to see you this fall in the Holy Land, as we "journey home" together.
With prayers for shalom, peace,
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein
President
Source: http://www.ifcj.org/site/PageNavigator/eng/USENG_homenew
Watch the video and donation: https://secure2.convio.net/ifcj/site/Donation2?df_id=6560&6560.donation=form1&play=true&s_src=EM2BN3&s_subsrc=EA31112XXEFXX&JServSessionIdr004=55jbz46w54.app244a
God blesses you so much in the end of this year!
Shalom!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Take Action For Israel 6
Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) urges colleagues to pass the Menendez-Kirk amendment which if passed would sanction financial institutions that do business with the Central Bank of Iran. The amendment seeks to deny Iran the resources for its nuclear weapons program. "This amendment will starve the beast," said Menendez. As of now, the bi-partisan amendment co-authored with Senator Kirk (R-IL) has 52 co-sponsors -- a high number for this Congress.
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/SenatorMenendezNJ
Source: http://www.aipac.org/en
Evente: http://www.aipac.org/get-involved/attend-policy-conference
God will destroy all enemies of Israel!
Shalom!
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/SenatorMenendezNJ
| The Senate on Dec. 1 voted by a unanimous vote of 100-0 to pass an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would sanction the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), a key facilitator of Iran's nuclear weapons program. Click here to learn more.  |
Source: http://www.aipac.org/en
Evente: http://www.aipac.org/get-involved/attend-policy-conference
God will destroy all enemies of Israel!
Shalom!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FOR JEWISH PEOPLE!
Source and donation: http://www.yadvashem.org/ / https://secure.yadvashem.org/donation/campaigns/2011/hanukkah.asp?WT.mc_id=100083
Maoz:
Wow! What a fabulous year 2011 has been!
As we look back, we see the footprints of our partners and prayer warriors all over the road we came through!
With the help of Maoz supporters this year we helped the poor and needy Israelis, made it possible for 50 children to learn to play an instrument, helped sponsor summer youth conferences, held leadership conferences, witnessed to Israelis, lead a congregation of Spirit-filled Israeli believers…
The list of things accomplished this year alone is truly thrilling, and we are so grateful to be able to serve our country and impact it for the Kingdom of God.
As we are coming to the end of the year, we would like to ask you to consider giving a special year-end donation. Maybe you want to give to the poor and needy through our istandwithisrael.com fund, or support our congregation Tiferet Yeshua in Tel Aviv. Or you can simply give a general donation to Maoz for our work in Israel.
Maybe you can give five dollars. Maybe you can give $500 or more… there is no such thing as a small donation. Whatever you give will have a lasting impact on the nation of Israel and the Kingdom of God!
You have until midnight on December 31st if you want to receive tax credit for the year 2011.
WE THANK YOU SO MUCH for standing with Israel!
As we continue praying daily for our partners, we pray for a blessed and wonderful 2012 for you and your family!
All Israel Shall Be Saved!
Ari & Shira
Ari & Shira
United With Israel:
This Chanukah, Bring Joy To Israeli Soldiers!
United with Israel, in conjunction with "Thank Israeli Soldiers",
is honored to sponsor our First Annual:
IDF CHANUKAH PARTY
This AMAZING event will take place on the 6th night of Chanukah: SUNDAY DECEMBER 25, 2011
Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm Israel time (that's 10am - 12pm EST)
We will broadcast the event LIVE via streaming video on Facebook.
American and Israeli students and families will join together with Israeli soldiers and commanders on a military base on the outskirts of Jerusalem. The event will feature music, dancing, traditional Chanukah food, and of-course, the "Lighting of the Menorah". The soldiers on this base provide critical security to Israeli citizens.
These are the men and women who man the checkpoints to inspect vehicles and individuals seeking to enter from Palestinian controlled areas. They are our front line against terror... They are outside all day and get very cold in the winter, just like we all would! 
A special ceremony will be held in honor of the soldiers in which 'Warm Winter' care packages from 'United with Israel' supporters will be given to the soldiers. Personal letters from admirers all around the world will be presented as an expression of gratitude and unity. If you are interested in attending, buses will leaving from a central location in Jerusalem. Due to security concerns, private vehicles will NOT be allowed on the base. For more info about the event, please contact us:
Email: idfparty@unitedwithisrael.org:
Phone: (Israel) 052-289-0353 (USA) 201-499-7870
To provide "Warm Winter" packages, write a personal letter to a soldier, donate the Sderot Menorah or become a sponsor of the event, please visit: https://unitedwithisrael.com/soldiers
We feel honored and privileged to thank the brave young Israeli soldiers who risk their lives each and every day to protect and defend the People of Israel.
This Chanukah, Bring Joy to our Beloved Israeli Soldiers by saying 'THANK YOU'!
To make a donation by check, please mail to:
United with Israel
P.O. Box 151
Lawrence, NY 11559
P.O. Box 151
Lawrence, NY 11559
Thank you in advance for your generous support. May God bless you for your support of the People, Country and Land of Israel.
The United with Israel Family
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Visit http://www.aish.com/h/c/ for more Chanukah inspiration.
The parody of all parodies! "Chanukah: Rock of Ages" is a parody of Jewish holiday parody songs that have become so popular. It tells the Chanukah story in 8 hit songs, capturing the history of contemporary music and dance.
To sign up for more great videos or learn more about Chanukah go to http://aish.com
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Credits
Directed by
Shoot East
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Music Production by
Mitch Clyman
Muso Productions Ltd.
http://musoproductions.com
Lyrics by
Lenny Solomon
Vocals by
Chanan Elias
Mitch Clyman
Choreography by
Street Art Production
http://s-a-p.co.il
Singer
Chanan Elias
Dancers
Moshe Avrahami
Oleg Davidoff
Effy Epshtein
Alex Kim
Vlad Menzon
Nissan Metayev
Dean Partush
Dvir Rozen
Sergey Shteiman
Special Thanks to
Joshua Landes
Kosher Delight
Line Producer
Renana Levine
Director of Photography
Jonathan Amerikaner
Set and Costume Designer
Eli Kaplan-Wildmann
http://kaplanwildmann.com
Assistant Director
Miriam Ani
Cameramen
Josh Gold
Ben Katz
Brian Spector
Aviv Vana
Yirmiyahu Vann
Gaffer
Raphael Kadishzon
Assistant Gaffer
Noam Bercovich
Makeup
Einav Shalom
Studio Facilities Provided by
Pie Productions
Pie Productions Studio Manager
Carmior Tsubara
Pie Productions Set Construction
Yaakov Blumantal
Construction Assistant
Tzvika Vardi
Production Assistants
Tsippora Ani
Miri Kaiser
Shantal Reich
Motorcycle Provided by
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CEO, Harley Davidson Israel
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With thanks to Jerry Lee Lewis, the Beatles, Steppenwolf, the Bee Gees, Journey, MC Hammer, Sasha Baron Cohen & Maroon 5
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/AishVideo?feature=watch
That God blesses all Jewish in this month!
Shalom!
Sunday, December 18, 2011
IRAN: THE ENEMY OF THE WORLD AND GOD!
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/AgainstNuclearIran
Please, stay aganist Iran and sign the petitions: : http://www.unitedagainstnucleariran.com/sign_the_petition (or/and) http://www.facebook.com/UnitedAgainstNuclearIran?ref=ts
Please, stay aganist Iran and sign the petitions: : http://www.unitedagainstnucleariran.com/sign_the_petition (or/and) http://www.facebook.com/UnitedAgainstNuclearIran?ref=ts
God saves Israel and curses Iran!
Shalom!
Friday, December 16, 2011
The American Democrat Antisemitism
By Deborah Srour
This week we had to Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declared that any agreement to accept Israel's existence would leave a "cancerous tumor" that threaten the security of the Middle East forever. Netanyahu said that are defamatory statements like these - that prove the intent to annihilate Israel - that give credibility to the need for security and recognition of Israel as a Jewish state.
Mahmoud Abbas for his part, back to Ramallah, and both received a receipt. The Palestinians cheered his speech at the United Nations in which he put out the call history of the Jews to their ancestral homeland, denied Israel's right to exist and promised to establish a Palestinian state racist and ethnically cleansed of all Jews. Some of his fans in Ramallah waved posters with a picture of U.S. President Barack Obama portrayed as a monkey titled "The First Jewish President of the United States"
The fact that both the Palestinian Fatah and Hamas are anti-Semitic racist and should not be surprising that provides a minimum of media attention to the Palestinian and culture in general. Since the Oslo Accords in 93, the Palestinian Authority has used the media, schools and mosques to spew anti-Semitic Propaganda nazista.Sobre identical to their racism, just look at the papers from previous years and see how Condoleeza Rice was described and understand support of the Palestinian massacre of black Muslims in Darfur.
It's amazing how in a world that tries to be as politically correct by outlawing religious manifestations, expressions in favor of banning traditional family, encouraging minorities to impose their will, does not condemn or even criticize these governments racist and discriminatory. Black Americans, bombarded by propaganda from the Saudi proselytizing Muslim 60 years, now sympathize with the Arabs and disregard the fact that black people in countries Arab are second-class citizens, described as "slaves" by whites.
This same Arab lobby has also worked tirelessly to undermine the legitimacy of the Jews and Israel in the world. A public opinion poll in 2008 showed that the hatred of Jews is universal in the Arab and Muslim world. 97% of the public in Jordan, Egypt and Lebanon have expressed hatred of Jews and 75% in Turkey, Pakistan and Indonesia.
The sight of Muslims living in the West is not much better. While 7% of Britons said they had an unfavorable view of Jews, 47% of British Muslims have admitted the same. And so it is in France and Germany. You may ask, why is this important? Because despite being 4.6% of the Muslims of the British population, they accounted for 40% of anti-Semitic attacks in the country.
With this kind of opinion that favors a new genocide of Jews in the world, one might think that American Jewish organizations would be working more to expose this threat. But this is not the case. The American Jewish leadership is far more concerned with the influence of evangelicals in the Republican Party than with the dangers of Muslim anti-Semitism.
Last month, a Gallup Poll found that 80% of American Jews see Muslim Americans favorably and do not believe they support the Al-Qaeda . This distorted view of American Jews goes further. They estimated that only 7% of Hispanics and 19% of black Americans are anti-Semitic. The truth is very different. More than 50% of Hispanic immigrants to the United States and african-Americans said they had anti-Semitic sentiments.
But as the Jews, these ethnic groups voted overwhelmingly in favor of the Democratic Party. Evangelicals, on the other hand, support the Republicans. In this surreal world, Democratic voters tend to be much more anti-Semitic than Republicans. This disparity may be due to the same policy choices. The Democratic Party of Barack Obama understand the fear that Jews continue to have evangelicals who for more than 40 years trying to convert them and is now a battle of the demonization of Christians to keep the financial support of Jews to their campaign.
As for Muslims, the Jewish National Council condemned a report by Democratic Congressman Peter King on the radicalization of Muslim Americans say this kind of thing that would hurt the religious tolerance in America . Not to mention his support for the construction of the mosque next to the World Trade Center. In other words, in the opinion of the National Jewish Democratic Council, the mere investigation of the radicalization of Muslim Americans could put Jews in danger.
If the Jews in America are concerned about how they will maintain their loyalty to the Democratic Party, then it is normal they exaggerate the danger that is essentially evangelical Republican. It is also reasonable for them to underestimate antisemitism Hispanic and african-american and ignore the high levels of anti-Semitism among Democrats . It also makes sense they follow the party line and ignore the dangers of global Islamic antisemitism. But nothing, absolutely nothing makes any sense if these Jewish community leaders have been elected to defend Jews from anti-Semitic sentiments and violence.
It is possible that American Jews are simply detached from reality. But it is his duty to educate themselves. We saw what happened 70 years ago when the Jews failed to become aware of the threats that brought the reality to his and his people. Last week Mahmoud Abbas received applause and cheers from all corners for his speech anti-Semitic , Who denied the story of the Jews in their land and condemned the Jewish state for its existence.
This week we Jews have to do a special accounting of the soul, of our actions and our faults. Improving our faith in our people, our laws and to God. With the continued isolation of Israel, and attacks on Jews worldwide increasing geometrically, my vote is that for the coming year, the American Jewish community to face the harsh reality and make the right choices. Let her take the resolution of difficult cross party lines and stand beside those who never stopped supporting Israel and fighting anti-Semitism the United States and around the world.
Source (in portuguese): http://www.pletz.com/blog/
Note:
-I translated this article.
-This article was writing in 7 of October of this year.
-Neither all Democrat is anti-semite, and neither all Republican is in favor of the Jews and Israel.
-I thought this important article, because I am extremely worried about the anti-semitism world.
-That the Jews and Israel can recognize Jesus Christ as the Messiah that God promised to THEM.
-That God protects the Jews in the world and blesses Israel abundantly.
-Shalom for everybody!
This week we had to Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declared that any agreement to accept Israel's existence would leave a "cancerous tumor" that threaten the security of the Middle East forever. Netanyahu said that are defamatory statements like these - that prove the intent to annihilate Israel - that give credibility to the need for security and recognition of Israel as a Jewish state.
Mahmoud Abbas for his part, back to Ramallah, and both received a receipt. The Palestinians cheered his speech at the United Nations in which he put out the call history of the Jews to their ancestral homeland, denied Israel's right to exist and promised to establish a Palestinian state racist and ethnically cleansed of all Jews. Some of his fans in Ramallah waved posters with a picture of U.S. President Barack Obama portrayed as a monkey titled "The First Jewish President of the United States"
The fact that both the Palestinian Fatah and Hamas are anti-Semitic racist and should not be surprising that provides a minimum of media attention to the Palestinian and culture in general. Since the Oslo Accords in 93, the Palestinian Authority has used the media, schools and mosques to spew anti-Semitic Propaganda nazista.Sobre identical to their racism, just look at the papers from previous years and see how Condoleeza Rice was described and understand support of the Palestinian massacre of black Muslims in Darfur.
It's amazing how in a world that tries to be as politically correct by outlawing religious manifestations, expressions in favor of banning traditional family, encouraging minorities to impose their will, does not condemn or even criticize these governments racist and discriminatory. Black Americans, bombarded by propaganda from the Saudi proselytizing Muslim 60 years, now sympathize with the Arabs and disregard the fact that black people in countries Arab are second-class citizens, described as "slaves" by whites.
This same Arab lobby has also worked tirelessly to undermine the legitimacy of the Jews and Israel in the world. A public opinion poll in 2008 showed that the hatred of Jews is universal in the Arab and Muslim world. 97% of the public in Jordan, Egypt and Lebanon have expressed hatred of Jews and 75% in Turkey, Pakistan and Indonesia.
The sight of Muslims living in the West is not much better. While 7% of Britons said they had an unfavorable view of Jews, 47% of British Muslims have admitted the same. And so it is in France and Germany. You may ask, why is this important? Because despite being 4.6% of the Muslims of the British population, they accounted for 40% of anti-Semitic attacks in the country.
With this kind of opinion that favors a new genocide of Jews in the world, one might think that American Jewish organizations would be working more to expose this threat. But this is not the case. The American Jewish leadership is far more concerned with the influence of evangelicals in the Republican Party than with the dangers of Muslim anti-Semitism.
Last month, a Gallup Poll found that 80% of American Jews see Muslim Americans favorably and do not believe they support the Al-Qaeda . This distorted view of American Jews goes further. They estimated that only 7% of Hispanics and 19% of black Americans are anti-Semitic. The truth is very different. More than 50% of Hispanic immigrants to the United States and african-Americans said they had anti-Semitic sentiments.
But as the Jews, these ethnic groups voted overwhelmingly in favor of the Democratic Party. Evangelicals, on the other hand, support the Republicans. In this surreal world, Democratic voters tend to be much more anti-Semitic than Republicans. This disparity may be due to the same policy choices. The Democratic Party of Barack Obama understand the fear that Jews continue to have evangelicals who for more than 40 years trying to convert them and is now a battle of the demonization of Christians to keep the financial support of Jews to their campaign.
As for Muslims, the Jewish National Council condemned a report by Democratic Congressman Peter King on the radicalization of Muslim Americans say this kind of thing that would hurt the religious tolerance in America . Not to mention his support for the construction of the mosque next to the World Trade Center. In other words, in the opinion of the National Jewish Democratic Council, the mere investigation of the radicalization of Muslim Americans could put Jews in danger.
If the Jews in America are concerned about how they will maintain their loyalty to the Democratic Party, then it is normal they exaggerate the danger that is essentially evangelical Republican. It is also reasonable for them to underestimate antisemitism Hispanic and african-american and ignore the high levels of anti-Semitism among Democrats . It also makes sense they follow the party line and ignore the dangers of global Islamic antisemitism. But nothing, absolutely nothing makes any sense if these Jewish community leaders have been elected to defend Jews from anti-Semitic sentiments and violence.
It is possible that American Jews are simply detached from reality. But it is his duty to educate themselves. We saw what happened 70 years ago when the Jews failed to become aware of the threats that brought the reality to his and his people. Last week Mahmoud Abbas received applause and cheers from all corners for his speech anti-Semitic , Who denied the story of the Jews in their land and condemned the Jewish state for its existence.
This week we Jews have to do a special accounting of the soul, of our actions and our faults. Improving our faith in our people, our laws and to God. With the continued isolation of Israel, and attacks on Jews worldwide increasing geometrically, my vote is that for the coming year, the American Jewish community to face the harsh reality and make the right choices. Let her take the resolution of difficult cross party lines and stand beside those who never stopped supporting Israel and fighting anti-Semitism the United States and around the world.
Source (in portuguese): http://www.pletz.com/blog/
Note:
-I translated this article.
-This article was writing in 7 of October of this year.
-Neither all Democrat is anti-semite, and neither all Republican is in favor of the Jews and Israel.
-I thought this important article, because I am extremely worried about the anti-semitism world.
-That the Jews and Israel can recognize Jesus Christ as the Messiah that God promised to THEM.
-That God protects the Jews in the world and blesses Israel abundantly.
-Shalom for everybody!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Holiday, Donations and Petitions
Maoz:
Happy Hanukkah and Blessings from our Wonderful Messiah!
Ari & Shira Sorko-Ram
Jerusalem Prayer Team:
The word Hanukkah comes from the Hebrew word which means to dedicate. The Feast of Hanukkah, also known as the Feast of Dedication or the Festival of Lights, commemorates the Jews regaining control over Jerusalem and rededicating the Temple. The temple had been desecrated by the invading Seleucid armies of Antiochus in 167 BC. A Jewish priest, Mattathias, and his five sons (known as the Maccabees) led a revolt and called the nation back to God. He said, "If all the nations of the king's dominion harken unto him, yet I and my sons will walk in the covenant of our fathers."
After the invading armies were driven out of Judea and Jerusalem, the Maccabees consecrated the Temple and rededicated the Holy of Holies. There wasn't enough oil to keep the Temple menorah burning throughout the week-long dedication, but somehow the candles never went out. To me, this story is symbolic of you, God's covenant saint and your commitment to keep the light of the Holy Spirit shining brightly in your life. May that light burn brighter than ever for God's glory during this next year.
But for the hungry of Israel, Hanukkah will be a bitter time instead of a happy one. There are hundreds of thousands of Jews who do not have enough food to eat during the holidays. I remember going to bed hungry just before Christmas when I was a child. One Saturday morning I went to the dump to look for food. An elderly man who was also there looking for food gave me a stick because I was scared to death of the rats. My pants had holes in them...my shoes were so small that I had an abscess on my heel. I don't want to close my heart or wallet to the cries of poor children like I was...or to the precious elderly Holocaust survivors in Israel who are hidden from sight but whose needs are very real.
Today I'm asking you to help the Jerusalem Prayer Team feed the hungry of Israel this holiday season. There is a tragic and widespread epidemic of hunger stalking the nation of Israel. The economic crisis has taken a toll on Jewish families, especially the children. A shocking report revealed that almost 750,000 people in Israel, many of them children, are suffering from malnutrition. My heart breaks when I think of their suffering...and today I'm asking you to help me change that. Together we can provide food for the hungry of Israel; a simple meal that you provide can save a life.
Today as you read these words, millions of men, women, and children are at great risk. Their lives could be snuffed out at any moment--simply because they are Jewish. The hatred and anti-Semitism filling the Middle East, and indeed the world, must be countered with the truth and the love of God. But even if there were no threat of war, the problem of hunger would not go away. I am asking you today to stand with Israel with a special offering to help us prepare the people of Israel for the horrors of the coming war and meet the urgent need of hunger among the Jewish people.
DONATE NOW: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/PropheciesandAfghan.cfm?dn=1032&commID=253948357&ID=553705
God has provided us with an amazing opportunity to do more than ever before to help His Chosen People at this crucial and historic moment. A precious friend of the Jerusalem Prayer Team has stepped forward with the largest matching gift challenge in the 40-year history of our ministry! Every gift we receive this month will be doubled, up to $330,000!
So far 860 loving partners have given $105,700 toward the matching gift offer which will be doubled to $211,400. We have 17 days left in this matching gift challenge. Why not do something great for God today? Your gift will be matched 100%! Please join me right now in praying for a commanded blessing on each partner who gives according to Psalm 122:6 and Genesis 12:1-3. Also please pray that the Spirit of God will speak to compassionate hearts right now to bless the Jewish people.
When you give today, you can do twice as much to help deliver Israel from destruction and save the lives of thousands of Jews. This is our moment, and I am asking you to be as generous as you can when you send your gift so that this wonderful matching gift challenge can be met.
I have been in Israel during virtually every major battle fought by that nation over the past several decades. I was with the troops during the Hamas and Hezbollah war comforting my people even as missiles flew over our heads to rain down death and destruction on Jewish men, women, and children.
Israeli diplomat friends called me and begged me to leave the war zone--to get out of the line of fire. They warned me, "You could die." I responded that I planned to die; death would be no shock to me. Until that day comes, I will do everything within my power to obey my Savior and defend my people.
I have seen firsthand that in the south of Israel great numbers of Russian Jewish refugee children do not have bomb shelters in which to seek safety. I can tell you that there will be an enormous need for food, medicine, and blankets.
In Arab countries, Jews will be hanged, shot, and blown up when the war comes. This is especially true in Iran. We must do everything in our power to "blow the trumpet in Zion."
This is the Word of the Lord for you and me today. Can you imagine what you would do if you knew your children and grandchildren were in harm's way and a missile would hit their home? I know you would do everything humanly possible to protect your loved ones.
God wants us to do everything humanly possible to protect His loved ones--your brothers and sisters in Israel. Will you stand with me today in support of the Jewish people?
DONATE NOW: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/PropheciesandAfghan.cfm?dn=1032&commID=253948357&ID=553705
As I prayed about this, I was directed to the Book of Joel: "Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Wake up the mighty men, Let all the men of war draw near, Let them come up," (Joel 3:9). "Blow the trumpet in Zion, And sound an alarm in My holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the land tremble; For the day of the LORD is coming, For it is at hand..." (Joel 2:1). "Blow the trumpet in Zion, Consecrate a fast, Call a sacred assembly; Gather the people, Sanctify the congregation, Assemble the elders, Gather the children and nursing babes; Let the bridegroom go out from his chamber, And the bride from her dressing room. Let the priests, who minister to the LORD, Weep between the porch and the altar..." (Joel 2:15-17).
Iran is on the brink of going nuclear and Israel has no option but to stop this demon-possessed terror regime whose leader has declared that Israel is a "stinking corpse which will be wiped off the map," and that the Jews are "evil, greedy thieves and murderers...a cancerous tumor...filthy germs and savage beasts.. a rotted dry tree...a true manifestation of Satan."
I am asking you today to join with us as we stand in the gap for Israel and blow the trumpet in Zion. When you send your gift today, you will do twice as much to help us
Rescue Jews targeted for death in Muslim countries and help them escape
Provide for the needs of impoverished Jews, especially children and the elderly
Warn the leaders of the world that God's curse will follow their actions to curse Israel
When you send your gift of any amount, we will send you a copy of my book "The Jerusalem Prophecies." The Holy City is the center of the enemy's attack, and you need to know what God has to say about the future of Jerusalem--and those who bless and curse the Jewish people. If you are able to send a gift of $100 or more, we will send you the book and a full-color Comfort Ye My People afghan. And if you are able to send a gift of $1,000 or more, we will send the book, the afghan, and a handcrafted museum-quality large silver-trimmed shofar. Please be as generous as you can when you send your gift today.
DONATE NOW: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/PropheciesandAfghan.cfm?dn=1032&commID=253948357&ID=553705
Thank you for being part of the Jerusalem Prayer Team and supporting our work to stand in the gap for Israel at this critical and prophetic moment in history. God bless you for blessing His Chosen People according to the promise of Genesis 12:3 which He gave to Abraham.
Barukh Adonai yom yom ya'amos-lanu ha'El Yeshuateinu.
Blessed be the Lord who daily carries our burden; the God of our salvation.
Your ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Petition: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/petition-AskCongresstoStopFundingPalestinianEffortstoCurseIsrael.asp / http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/petition-Ask-President-Obama-to-Condemn-the-Racist-Durban-III-Conference.asp
More petitions: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/all-petitions.asp
International Israel Allies Caucus Foundation:
Dear Friend of the IIACF,
Coming into 2012 the IIACF will double our efforts and we utilize every tool available to strengthen support for Israel not only in the USA but also across the globe through our network of hundreds of Israel supporting members of Congress and Parliaments.
On issues ranging from UN and UNRWA reform, to recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, to the Iranian threat, our staff are working with and educating members of Congress to make a real difference in our relationship with Israel. Moreover we are working to coordinate these activities in over 20 nations and between these countries. We are capitalizing on the momentum and relationships that were created in 2011 and we are working to affect a stronger support for Israel, based in the truth. Indeed, the IIACF exists to overcome these serious challenges that Israel is facing.
Please consider supporting the IIACF by making a year-end donation online or by mailing a check to the address below. There is no better investment in Israel’s security and future.
Thank you for considering this request, and we wish you all a blessed holiday season.
With warm regards,
Willem Griffioen
Executive Director
IIACF
International Fellowship of Christians and Jews:
Solomon, Moisey, and Sonya are three Jewish children who are living in heartbreaking poverty.
There is dampness and mildew in their apartment. Their bathroom wall is crumbling and the wallpaper throughout their home is stained with mold. All three children suffer from asthma, but the family has no money for medical care or for repairs to their home.
Seldom is there any food in their kitchen.
Sadly, this family’s story is all too common across the former Soviet Union. In fact, tens of thousands of families are living in unimaginable conditions — sometimes with no running water and only old iron stoves for heat. Parents and children often sleep on the floor with a few blankets and while they struggle to survive the harsh winter temperatures, these people urgently need help.
That is why IFCJ is working so hard to help impoverished Jewish families throughout the region.
Through gifts to IFCJ’s Isaiah 58 program, we were able to provide Solomon, Moisey, and Sonya’s family with food, warm clothes, and winter coats, and also paid the family's gas bill, ensuring that they have heat.
However, as the number of impoverished people continues to grow, more people are lacking in the essentials they need to survive than ever before.
Jewish people in this part of the world also face a dangerous rise in anti-Semitism. Every day they are at risk of violence, discrimination, and religious persecution. Your support will not only help provide for their basic needs, but also send them hopeful reassurance that they are not alone … that you have heard their cries for help and responded with love and caring.
Happy Holiday, and God blesses Israel and you!
Shalom!
Happy Hanukkah and Blessings from our Wonderful Messiah!
Can we ask you to do a simple thing? Here it goes!
Repeat after me…
“I helped make this possible.”
Yes, you DID!
If you have prayed
If you have given
If you have written us a note
If you have visited Israel
If you have encouraged others to stand with Israel
If you have interceded on behalf of the lost souls of Israel
If you have given to provide literature in Hebrew
If you have invested in our Hebrew media outreach
If you have undergirded our Tel Aviv congregation
If you have donated to istandwithisrael.com
If you have CARED….
If you have given
If you have written us a note
If you have visited Israel
If you have encouraged others to stand with Israel
If you have interceded on behalf of the lost souls of Israel
If you have given to provide literature in Hebrew
If you have invested in our Hebrew media outreach
If you have undergirded our Tel Aviv congregation
If you have donated to istandwithisrael.com
If you have CARED….
– then you are helping to shape the future of Israel!
And we want you to know we regularly pray for you, our Maoz fellow worker, and ask God to bless you, to pour out His Spirit upon you and your family, to give you supernatural abundance, not only in your finances, but in your relationships, your family, your God-given callings and gifting and talents.
And truly, we know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that because you have blessed Israel and her people, the promise is absolute:
“I will bless those who bless thee.” Genesis 12:3
So, we continue to fight the good fight of faith. Some days are more difficult than others in this battlefield where we are serving. But any day we hear from you – through your correspondence, your gifts, your prayers, your commitment to cry out at noon every day, “LORD, help Israel!” – buoys our faith, and strengthens us to continue on in the Land that truly is ripe with possibilities to impact lives for God.
In this coming year, we believe we will make an impact such as we have not yet seen on the next generation. In fact, we are committed to focus our energy, our resources, our time and our talent to reaching this new generation, and mentoring them to become bold leaders of the Faith.
We ask you to travel this road ahead with us, as we engage online with Israeli unbelievers—to reach them with the Gospel. As we develop leaders in our congregation to take new ground for God. As we empower our Israeli staff to set and reach goals they have never thought possible—with our youth, our children, our publishing, our media.
We ask you to pray, to give, to tell others – simply get involved in reaching the Jewish people with the Gospel.
Recently, a well-known pastor said that one of the most anti-Semitic things a person could do was NOT share the Gospel with your Jewish friends. We agree!
With your love, your gifts, your prayers, we will continue to share the Gospel with everyone who will listen. And we will continue to prepare this next generation to stand tall, stand firm, and stand strong – until ALL ISRAEL IS SAVED!
We thank you for coming alongside us – in the past, right now, and in the coming days ahead.
Together, we see it happen!
For the salvation of Israel,
Ari & Shira Sorko-Ram
Jerusalem Prayer Team:
The word Hanukkah comes from the Hebrew word which means to dedicate. The Feast of Hanukkah, also known as the Feast of Dedication or the Festival of Lights, commemorates the Jews regaining control over Jerusalem and rededicating the Temple. The temple had been desecrated by the invading Seleucid armies of Antiochus in 167 BC. A Jewish priest, Mattathias, and his five sons (known as the Maccabees) led a revolt and called the nation back to God. He said, "If all the nations of the king's dominion harken unto him, yet I and my sons will walk in the covenant of our fathers."
After the invading armies were driven out of Judea and Jerusalem, the Maccabees consecrated the Temple and rededicated the Holy of Holies. There wasn't enough oil to keep the Temple menorah burning throughout the week-long dedication, but somehow the candles never went out. To me, this story is symbolic of you, God's covenant saint and your commitment to keep the light of the Holy Spirit shining brightly in your life. May that light burn brighter than ever for God's glory during this next year.
But for the hungry of Israel, Hanukkah will be a bitter time instead of a happy one. There are hundreds of thousands of Jews who do not have enough food to eat during the holidays. I remember going to bed hungry just before Christmas when I was a child. One Saturday morning I went to the dump to look for food. An elderly man who was also there looking for food gave me a stick because I was scared to death of the rats. My pants had holes in them...my shoes were so small that I had an abscess on my heel. I don't want to close my heart or wallet to the cries of poor children like I was...or to the precious elderly Holocaust survivors in Israel who are hidden from sight but whose needs are very real.
Today I'm asking you to help the Jerusalem Prayer Team feed the hungry of Israel this holiday season. There is a tragic and widespread epidemic of hunger stalking the nation of Israel. The economic crisis has taken a toll on Jewish families, especially the children. A shocking report revealed that almost 750,000 people in Israel, many of them children, are suffering from malnutrition. My heart breaks when I think of their suffering...and today I'm asking you to help me change that. Together we can provide food for the hungry of Israel; a simple meal that you provide can save a life.
Today as you read these words, millions of men, women, and children are at great risk. Their lives could be snuffed out at any moment--simply because they are Jewish. The hatred and anti-Semitism filling the Middle East, and indeed the world, must be countered with the truth and the love of God. But even if there were no threat of war, the problem of hunger would not go away. I am asking you today to stand with Israel with a special offering to help us prepare the people of Israel for the horrors of the coming war and meet the urgent need of hunger among the Jewish people.
DONATE NOW: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/PropheciesandAfghan.cfm?dn=1032&commID=253948357&ID=553705
God has provided us with an amazing opportunity to do more than ever before to help His Chosen People at this crucial and historic moment. A precious friend of the Jerusalem Prayer Team has stepped forward with the largest matching gift challenge in the 40-year history of our ministry! Every gift we receive this month will be doubled, up to $330,000!
So far 860 loving partners have given $105,700 toward the matching gift offer which will be doubled to $211,400. We have 17 days left in this matching gift challenge. Why not do something great for God today? Your gift will be matched 100%! Please join me right now in praying for a commanded blessing on each partner who gives according to Psalm 122:6 and Genesis 12:1-3. Also please pray that the Spirit of God will speak to compassionate hearts right now to bless the Jewish people.
When you give today, you can do twice as much to help deliver Israel from destruction and save the lives of thousands of Jews. This is our moment, and I am asking you to be as generous as you can when you send your gift so that this wonderful matching gift challenge can be met.
I have been in Israel during virtually every major battle fought by that nation over the past several decades. I was with the troops during the Hamas and Hezbollah war comforting my people even as missiles flew over our heads to rain down death and destruction on Jewish men, women, and children.
Israeli diplomat friends called me and begged me to leave the war zone--to get out of the line of fire. They warned me, "You could die." I responded that I planned to die; death would be no shock to me. Until that day comes, I will do everything within my power to obey my Savior and defend my people.
I have seen firsthand that in the south of Israel great numbers of Russian Jewish refugee children do not have bomb shelters in which to seek safety. I can tell you that there will be an enormous need for food, medicine, and blankets.
In Arab countries, Jews will be hanged, shot, and blown up when the war comes. This is especially true in Iran. We must do everything in our power to "blow the trumpet in Zion."
This is the Word of the Lord for you and me today. Can you imagine what you would do if you knew your children and grandchildren were in harm's way and a missile would hit their home? I know you would do everything humanly possible to protect your loved ones.
God wants us to do everything humanly possible to protect His loved ones--your brothers and sisters in Israel. Will you stand with me today in support of the Jewish people?
DONATE NOW: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/PropheciesandAfghan.cfm?dn=1032&commID=253948357&ID=553705
As I prayed about this, I was directed to the Book of Joel: "Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Wake up the mighty men, Let all the men of war draw near, Let them come up," (Joel 3:9). "Blow the trumpet in Zion, And sound an alarm in My holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the land tremble; For the day of the LORD is coming, For it is at hand..." (Joel 2:1). "Blow the trumpet in Zion, Consecrate a fast, Call a sacred assembly; Gather the people, Sanctify the congregation, Assemble the elders, Gather the children and nursing babes; Let the bridegroom go out from his chamber, And the bride from her dressing room. Let the priests, who minister to the LORD, Weep between the porch and the altar..." (Joel 2:15-17).
Iran is on the brink of going nuclear and Israel has no option but to stop this demon-possessed terror regime whose leader has declared that Israel is a "stinking corpse which will be wiped off the map," and that the Jews are "evil, greedy thieves and murderers...a cancerous tumor...filthy germs and savage beasts.. a rotted dry tree...a true manifestation of Satan."
I am asking you today to join with us as we stand in the gap for Israel and blow the trumpet in Zion. When you send your gift today, you will do twice as much to help us
Rescue Jews targeted for death in Muslim countries and help them escape
Provide for the needs of impoverished Jews, especially children and the elderly
Warn the leaders of the world that God's curse will follow their actions to curse Israel
When you send your gift of any amount, we will send you a copy of my book "The Jerusalem Prophecies." The Holy City is the center of the enemy's attack, and you need to know what God has to say about the future of Jerusalem--and those who bless and curse the Jewish people. If you are able to send a gift of $100 or more, we will send you the book and a full-color Comfort Ye My People afghan. And if you are able to send a gift of $1,000 or more, we will send the book, the afghan, and a handcrafted museum-quality large silver-trimmed shofar. Please be as generous as you can when you send your gift today.
DONATE NOW: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/PropheciesandAfghan.cfm?dn=1032&commID=253948357&ID=553705
Thank you for being part of the Jerusalem Prayer Team and supporting our work to stand in the gap for Israel at this critical and prophetic moment in history. God bless you for blessing His Chosen People according to the promise of Genesis 12:3 which He gave to Abraham.
Barukh Adonai yom yom ya'amos-lanu ha'El Yeshuateinu.
Blessed be the Lord who daily carries our burden; the God of our salvation.
Your ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Petition: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/petition-AskCongresstoStopFundingPalestinianEffortstoCurseIsrael.asp / http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/petition-Ask-President-Obama-to-Condemn-the-Racist-Durban-III-Conference.asp
More petitions: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org/all-petitions.asp
International Israel Allies Caucus Foundation:
Dear Friend of the IIACF,
The Israel Allies Caucus Foundation is very blessed to be supported by a core group of wonderful donors. This small but dedicated group gives the IIACF the financial ability and moral authority to wield an outsized impact in Washington, DC, and beyond. Please support this critical work and make a donation to the IIACF before December 31.
The last few years have been a very turbulent time for Israel. Towards the end of this year the Palestinian Authority attempted to circumvent any peace talks with Israel by maneuvering in the UN to try and establish a Palestinian State with Jerusalem as its capital. Fortunately they did not succeed, but now with uncertainty following the Arab not-so-Spring, an increasingly hostile Iran which is that much closer to a nuclear weapon, and policies coming from Israel’s allies that have emboldened her enemies, we have a very tough year ahead of us.Coming into 2012 the IIACF will double our efforts and we utilize every tool available to strengthen support for Israel not only in the USA but also across the globe through our network of hundreds of Israel supporting members of Congress and Parliaments.
On issues ranging from UN and UNRWA reform, to recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, to the Iranian threat, our staff are working with and educating members of Congress to make a real difference in our relationship with Israel. Moreover we are working to coordinate these activities in over 20 nations and between these countries. We are capitalizing on the momentum and relationships that were created in 2011 and we are working to affect a stronger support for Israel, based in the truth. Indeed, the IIACF exists to overcome these serious challenges that Israel is facing.
• Please Click Here to see highlights of IIACF activity in past year
• Click Here to find our 2011 photo album providing an overview of year in images.
• Lastly, CBN News did a great story on our recent chairman’s conference which also provides a great overview of our work: http://downloads.cbn.com/cbnnewsplayer/cbnplayer.swf?aid=26486
This past year saw our staff and offices grow, new caucuses launch, campaigns succeed…but so much more work needs to be done.Please consider supporting the IIACF by making a year-end donation online or by mailing a check to the address below. There is no better investment in Israel’s security and future.
Thank you for considering this request, and we wish you all a blessed holiday season.
With warm regards,
Willem Griffioen
Executive Director
IIACF
1901 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Suite 901
Washington, DC 20006
Petition: http://www.israelallies.org/site/recognize/jerusalem/Washington, DC 20006
International Fellowship of Christians and Jews:
Solomon, Moisey, and Sonya are three Jewish children who are living in heartbreaking poverty.
There is dampness and mildew in their apartment. Their bathroom wall is crumbling and the wallpaper throughout their home is stained with mold. All three children suffer from asthma, but the family has no money for medical care or for repairs to their home.
Seldom is there any food in their kitchen.
Sadly, this family’s story is all too common across the former Soviet Union. In fact, tens of thousands of families are living in unimaginable conditions — sometimes with no running water and only old iron stoves for heat. Parents and children often sleep on the floor with a few blankets and while they struggle to survive the harsh winter temperatures, these people urgently need help.
That is why IFCJ is working so hard to help impoverished Jewish families throughout the region.
Through gifts to IFCJ’s Isaiah 58 program, we were able to provide Solomon, Moisey, and Sonya’s family with food, warm clothes, and winter coats, and also paid the family's gas bill, ensuring that they have heat.
However, as the number of impoverished people continues to grow, more people are lacking in the essentials they need to survive than ever before.
Jewish people in this part of the world also face a dangerous rise in anti-Semitism. Every day they are at risk of violence, discrimination, and religious persecution. Your support will not only help provide for their basic needs, but also send them hopeful reassurance that they are not alone … that you have heard their cries for help and responded with love and caring.
Happy Holiday, and God blesses Israel and you!
Shalom!
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