No doubt about it. 2020 has been a tough year for most of us. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused turmoil for millions of people in nearly every country. The economic crisis created by the closure of businesses has added insult to injury, particularly for families who have been accustomed to living from paycheck to paycheck.… Continue reading Thanksgiving Can Be Tough in Times Like These
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The Incredible Story of Corrie ten Boom | Washington Examiner
ISRAEL — Shaya Ben-Yehuda, managing director of international relations at Yad Vashem, shares regarding the incredible true story of Corrie ten Boom. In Jewish culture, we believe that only very few, the most virtuous of all, have the distinction of passing through the “gateway to the Lord” while still in this world. Similarly, very few… Continue reading The Incredible Story of Corrie ten Boom | Washington Examiner
How COVID-19 Is Affecting NGOs & FBOs
WILLS POINT, TX – Fidelity Charitable published an article recently that discussed the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on charitable giving to NGOs and FBOs. Fidelity noted that “The COVID-19 pandemic has upended daily routines and impacted communities across the world in unprecedented ways. No corner of our society has been left untouched by the… Continue reading How COVID-19 Is Affecting NGOs & FBOs
“No Truck Driver Has Ever Refused to Hear a Story.”
WEST AFRICA – an IMB story. “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: “Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, [even] unto the end of the world.… Continue reading “No Truck Driver Has Ever Refused to Hear a Story.”
Museum of the Bible Honors Corrie ten Boom
WASHINGTON — The Museum of the Bible has announced a new display celebrating the life of Holocaust hero Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch woman and devout Christian who hid hundreds of Jews and refugees from the Nazis during the Holocaust. The display has been done in partnership with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA). Corrie… Continue reading Museum of the Bible Honors Corrie ten Boom
Fellowship of Christians and Jews Gathers Emergency Aid for Israel
JERUSALEM — Against the backdrop of the severe economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Israel’s Ministry of Social Affairs and the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) have set up emergency funds in 140 municipalities across the country. The funds will help local welfare departments provide immediate assistance to families and elderly… Continue reading Fellowship of Christians and Jews Gathers Emergency Aid for Israel
After COVID-19 Delay, 100 Olim Have Arrived in Israel
JERUSALEM – With the assistance of the Jewish Agency and the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship), 53 new olim (immigrants) from Ukraine landed in Israel on Monday evening. Two days earlier, 44 olim from Uzbekistan and Georgia also arrived in Israel. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, the Jewish Agency and The Fellowship in… Continue reading After COVID-19 Delay, 100 Olim Have Arrived in Israel
IFCJ Provides Passover Meals for 215,000 Worldwide During COVID-19
JERUSALEM — Leading up to Passover, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) is helping hundreds of thousands of Jews prepare for a joyous holiday, especially those who might otherwise not be able to celebrate. The Fellowship has announced they are dedicating $3 million to help more than 215,000 Jews observe Passover in… Continue reading IFCJ Provides Passover Meals for 215,000 Worldwide During COVID-19
Thirty-One Brazilians Find New Home in Holy Land Despite Coronavirus Challenges
JERUSALEM — In a miraculous display of fortuitousness and resolve, 31 new Jewish immigrants (olim) from Brazil managed to find their way to Israel last weekend despite myriad restrictions required to contain the spread of COVID-19. “The fact is that our work must continue,” said Yael Eckstein, president and CEO of the International Fellowship of… Continue reading Thirty-One Brazilians Find New Home in Holy Land Despite Coronavirus Challenges
IFCJ Donates $2 Million for Lifesaving Equipment in Israel to Fight the Coronavirus
JERUSALEM — As the number of individuals in Israel diagnosed with the COVID-19 coronavirus rises, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) plays a critical role in Israel’s fight against the pandemic. On March 20, 2020, The Fellowship approved $2 million in special grants to 15 hospitals for respiratory equipment and other lifesaving machinery. Additionally, The Fellowship purchased 20 special testing… Continue reading IFCJ Donates $2 Million for Lifesaving Equipment in Israel to Fight the Coronavirus
IFCJ Creates $5 Million Emergency Fund to Help Elderly, Holocaust Survivors in Israel Cope with Coronavirus
JERUSALEM— The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) has created a $5 million emergency fund to cope with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. This fund will primarily support elderly Israelis, some of whom are Holocaust survivors, with packages of food, hand sanitizer, and other essential items. The Fellowship is uniquely positioned to… Continue reading IFCJ Creates $5 Million Emergency Fund to Help Elderly, Holocaust Survivors in Israel Cope with Coronavirus
Israel Hosts Our Crowd Conference to Showcase Innovation
JERUSALEM – Israel’s reputation for groundbreaking technology is one reason it’s described as the “Start-up” nation. Much of that new technology was recently on display in the “Our Crowd” conference in Jerusalem, displaying solutions for everything from coronavirus infection to the wildfires in Australia. Our Crowd is an annual event that showcases Israel’s innovations from… Continue reading Israel Hosts Our Crowd Conference to Showcase Innovation
Could Israel Save the World from the Coronavirus?
JERUSALEM, ISRAEL – The Jerusalem Post has reported that Israeli scientists are “on the cusp” of delivering an effective vaccine to prevent the new coronavirus. The good news comes while the country itself is contending with its first cases of the influenza. The bad news is that the WHO has labeled the risk of the… Continue reading Could Israel Save the World from the Coronavirus?
IFCJ Provides Freedom Flight to Nearly 200 Ukrainian Jews, Airlifting Them to Israel
JERUSALEM — One year after the sudden passing of Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is hosting a Freedom Flight in memory of their late founder. The Fellowship chartered three planes arriving from Ukraine with 186 Ukrainian immigrants to Israel (olim) on February 24. Fellowship President and CEO Yael Eckstein and… Continue reading IFCJ Provides Freedom Flight to Nearly 200 Ukrainian Jews, Airlifting Them to Israel
Why You Need to Pray, Speak Out Against Anti-Semitism Today
Yael Eckstein, president of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, discusses reasons why we need to pray and speak out against anti-semitism today. On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, which is observed annually on Jan. 27, we proclaim “Never again!” Yet the increase in anti-Semitism in the U.S. and around the world has many people… Continue reading Why You Need to Pray, Speak Out Against Anti-Semitism Today
Brazil’s President Appoints Creationist to Government Education Post
SAO PAULO – Jair Bolsonaro has been the elected President of Brazil since January 1, 2019. Brazil’s liberals and secular humanists were unable to prevent Bolsonaro from winning his 2018 presidential campaign. Christians and conservatives rallied to support his campaign that opposed homosexuality, same-sex marriage, abortion, and drug liberalization with 55 percent of the vote.… Continue reading Brazil’s President Appoints Creationist to Government Education Post
Passion 2020: 65,000 to Ring in New Year at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
ATLANTA – More than 65,000 people from across the globe will fill Mercedes-Benz Stadium to ring in the New Year and new decade with a multi-day gathering of worship and teaching. Passion 2020–a gathering of 18- to 25-year-olds and their church and campus leaders–is the largest gathering of its kind for the age group in… Continue reading Passion 2020: 65,000 to Ring in New Year at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
During Hanukkah, I Pray for People of All Faiths Who Are Oppressed – Yael Eckstein Opinion | Fox News
Yael Eckstein, president of the International Fellowship of Christian and Jews, shares her thoughts on Hanukkah and her hope and prayer for divine intervention, for the power of light to overcome the darkness of religious oppression wherever it exists. Hanukkah, which began Sunday night this year, commemorates a great Jewish victory over oppression by the… Continue reading During Hanukkah, I Pray for People of All Faiths Who Are Oppressed – Yael Eckstein Opinion | Fox News
Celebrating Light, Vanquishing Darkness – Yael Eckstein Opinion | CBN News
Yael Eckstein, president of the International Fellowship of Christian and Jews, shares her thoughts on the close of 2019 as Christmas and Hanukkah coincide, the accomplishments made, all that still needs to be done, and the need to bring more of God’s light to so many who struggle in the darkness. Friends, it is the… Continue reading Celebrating Light, Vanquishing Darkness – Yael Eckstein Opinion | CBN News
‘I Am Inspired by My Father to Work Hard for What Really Matters’ – Yael Eckstein Opinion | LifeZette
Yael Eckstein, president of the International Fellowship of Christian and Jews, shares her thoughts on her late father, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, who passed away last February, the impact of his ministry, and the inspiration we can draw from his life well lived. Recently, I had the privilege of experiencing a moving memorial for my father,… Continue reading ‘I Am Inspired by My Father to Work Hard for What Really Matters’ – Yael Eckstein Opinion | LifeZette
Mother Reunited with IDF Officer Son Amid Wave of Ukrainian Aliyah
ISRAEL – A mother and son were reunited at Ben-Gurion Airport last week amid a wave of 260 new olim (immigrants) from the Ukraine. Tatiana Popovich (49) made aliyah from the small town of Bar, and was eager to reunite with her son, Maxim, who made aliyah to Israel several years ago to serve in… Continue reading Mother Reunited with IDF Officer Son Amid Wave of Ukrainian Aliyah
Life Abundantly for All – Anglican Overseas Aid
COLLINGWOOD, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA – Anglican Overseas Aid is an Australian-based FBO committed to creating partnerships with like-minded organizations to alleviate poverty, injustices, and provide disaster recovery services. According to their website, their work “is inspired by the Gospel of Christ, with a vision for a peaceful, just, and sustainable world.” The Reverend Dr. Bob Mitchell… Continue reading Life Abundantly for All – Anglican Overseas Aid
World’s Largest Underground Fortified Hospital Dedicates Wing to Ministry’s Founder
HAIFA — This week, the late Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein was honored with the dedication of the shock trauma unit at Rambam Hospital in Haifa, Israel in his name. Those attending the dedication ceremony on October 28 included Eckstein’s daughter and President and CEO of The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, Mrs. Yael Eckstein, along… Continue reading World’s Largest Underground Fortified Hospital Dedicates Wing to Ministry’s Founder
Leading Jewish Publication Names Yael Eckstein to ‘Jewish 100’ for Her Work Building Bridges Between Christians and Jews
JERUSALEM — The Algemeiner, a leading publication in Israel, has unveiled its latest “Jewish 100” (J100) list—an exclusive roster of “the top one hundred individuals who have positively influenced Jewish life this past year.” The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) is pleased to announce their new President, Mrs. Yael Eckstein, 35, has… Continue reading Leading Jewish Publication Names Yael Eckstein to ‘Jewish 100’ for Her Work Building Bridges Between Christians and Jews
Netanyahu: Deadly Germany Synagogue Attack Proof that ‘Anti-Semitism in Europe is Increasing’ | CBN
JERUSALEM, Israel – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the terror attack near a synagogue in Halle, Germany that killed two people Wednesday is “additional testimony that anti-Semitism in Europe is increasing.” The anti-Semitic attack took place during Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. Witnesses say the gunman tried but failed to break… Continue reading Netanyahu: Deadly Germany Synagogue Attack Proof that ‘Anti-Semitism in Europe is Increasing’ | CBN
Refugee Camp in Syria Becoming Safe Haven for ISIS
AL-HOL, SYRIA – The refugee camp at al-Hol is currently home to 70,000 refugees from the Syrian Civil War. Contained in close quarters in a space initially occupied by 9,000 persons, the population now includes about 11,000 widows, wives, and children of ISIS fighters. Local and international authorities believe that ISIS is attempting to muster… Continue reading Refugee Camp in Syria Becoming Safe Haven for ISIS
North Korea Is Top Persecutor of Christians in the World – Vernon Brewer Opinion | Fox News
This week the State Department hosted its second annual Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom.As part of the session, 27 victims of religious persecution met Wednesday with President Trump at the White House.The ministerial convenes foreign diplomats, experts and civil society leaders to address the most pressing issues affecting religious freedom around the world. Certainly among… Continue reading North Korea Is Top Persecutor of Christians in the World – Vernon Brewer Opinion | Fox News
Anti-Semitism and Christian Persecution Rising Around World
JERUSALEM – Acts of both Anti-Semitism and Christian persecution are rising around the world. Chris Mitchell of CBN News reports on a new organization that will challenge the church to confront these acts of hate. From synagogue shootings in the United States to Christians imprisoned in Iran or China, Jews and Christians are under assault… Continue reading Anti-Semitism and Christian Persecution Rising Around World
American & Canadian Christians Help European Jews Immigrate to Israel
TEL AVIV – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed 121 new olim (immigrants) from Ukraine on Monday morning at a special reception ceremony held at the foot of their plane. The olim, who arrived on a special flight organized by the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, were filled with excitement at the welcoming ceremony… Continue reading American & Canadian Christians Help European Jews Immigrate to Israel
Ahead of U.S. Visit, Yael Eckstein Tours Security Projects in Israel Funded by The Fellowship
JERUSALEM — Throughout much of its existence, The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) has stood in the gap between the support people feel they need in the vulnerable parts of Israel and what the government has had the capacity and capability to provide. “No government in the world protects its people as… Continue reading Ahead of U.S. Visit, Yael Eckstein Tours Security Projects in Israel Funded by The Fellowship
Ben Kinchlow is Home — 1936 – 2019
VIRGINIA BEACH – Ben Kinchlow’s warm, smiling face graced our living room for nearly two decades as the host of The 700 Club on the Christian Broadcasting Network. Today, Ben Kinchlow is looking at the warm, smiling face of Jesus as He has welcomed Ben with the words, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.”… Continue reading Ben Kinchlow is Home — 1936 – 2019
Fire Destroys 40 of 50 Homes in One Israeli Village
MEVO MODI’IM, Israel —Yael Eckstein and Dari Carlebach have something in common. They are both the daughters of noted rabbis. Carlebach’s late father, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, was known as “The Singing Rabbi” for his unique, lyrical style of prayer which became famous throughout the world. His songs drew many to Mevo Modi’im, the idyllic Israeli village… Continue reading Fire Destroys 40 of 50 Homes in One Israeli Village
Rockets Barrage Southern Israel – IFCJ Responds with Eight Mobile Shelters, Work on Fifty-Three More
JERUSALEM — When Hamas and Islamic Jihad began to barrage southern Israel with over 600 rockets in less than 24 hours, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews immediately began to assess the effects of the attack on its program recipients and to enact their broader emergency response plan only deployed when Israel teeters on the brink of… Continue reading Rockets Barrage Southern Israel – IFCJ Responds with Eight Mobile Shelters, Work on Fifty-Three More
International Day for the Unreached – Who Are They? (Part 1)
PASADENA, CA – Sunday, June 9, 2019, is the International Day for the Unreached. This is the first in a short series of articles that will explain who they are, where they are, how we are doing, and how we can do better. Let’s begin with explaining who the unreached are. The simplest description might… Continue reading International Day for the Unreached – Who Are They? (Part 1)
National Day of Prayer and Holocaust Remembrance Share Same Day
WASHINGTON, DC – May 1st and 2nd are inextricably conjoined in 2019 as the former is Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) and the latter is the National Day of Prayer. The two days do not often adjoin or overlap. Holocaust Remembrance Day is scheduled according to the Hebrew calendar on the 27th day of the… Continue reading National Day of Prayer and Holocaust Remembrance Share Same Day
Where Has the Savior of the World Gone?
ABU DHABI – The fine arts community is abuzz. The most expensive painting in the world – the Salvator Mundi – has disappeared and cannot be found. The Savior of the World, as known in English, was sold at auction by Christie’s in November 2017 at a record-breaking price of $450 million. Although there is… Continue reading Where Has the Savior of the World Gone?
Sanhedrin to Reenact Daily Offering on December 10
JERUSALEM – Nightfall on Monday, December 10th marks the end of the Jewish celebration of Hanukkah. Also known as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. This year the last day of Hanukkah will be marked by the consecration of a stone altar that has been prepared for… Continue reading Sanhedrin to Reenact Daily Offering on December 10
Evangelical Leaders Meet with Arab Officials
RIYADH – Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed a delegation of American Evangelical Christian leaders in the capital city today, November 1, 2018. The visit, arranged by Dr. Mike Evans, founder of the Friends of Zion Museum in Jerusalem, has been months in the making. The American delegation, which is visiting leaders throughout… Continue reading Evangelical Leaders Meet with Arab Officials
Oman Recognizes Statehood of Israel
BAHRAIN – Oman’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdullah, issued a statement at a security summit recognizing the statehood of Israel this week following a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Sultan Qaboos bin Said of Oman. Israel is a state present in the region, and we all understand this . .… Continue reading Oman Recognizes Statehood of Israel
Weekly Water Watch: Wood-to-Energy Deployed Water
One WEDEW unit can produce 2,000 liters of water per day Welcome to the first of a regular series of news articles to be published by Missions Box News (MBN) on the subject of clean, safe-to-drink water and clean water scarcity worldwide. It is part of a metamorphosis at Missions Box News to raise awareness on… Continue reading Weekly Water Watch: Wood-to-Energy Deployed Water
Australia: Can a Christian Govern Without Compromise?
CANBERRA – Can a Christian govern without compromise? The question has been asked many times and in many different circumstances. Perhaps the election of a Liberal majority in the Australian Parliament offers the best answer yet as Scott Morrison, an unabashed Pentecostal and the leader of the Liberal Party has become the country’s new prime… Continue reading Australia: Can a Christian Govern Without Compromise?
World Focus Can Help Awaken Stagnant Churches, Says Missions Agency
TMS Global outlines program to help move congregations from ‘vaguely spiritual Rotary Club’ to strategic outreach NORCROSS, Ga.—A wake-up call to sleepy churches has gone out from missions agency TMS Global, which wants to help revive inward-focused congregations through revitalized faith. The interdenominational organization offers a roadmap to renewal in the latest issue of its… Continue reading World Focus Can Help Awaken Stagnant Churches, Says Missions Agency
Operation Good Neighbor
JERUSALEM – The Jerusalem Post summed up the relationship between Israel and Syria saying “Jerusalem and Damascus have never had diplomatic relations and have been officially at war since Israel was established in 1948. In 1967 Israel took control of the 1,200 square kilometers of the Golan Heights from Syria during the Six Day War… Continue reading Operation Good Neighbor
Israel Facing Water Crisis but Willing to Share
JERUSALEM – Drought and water shortages are plaguing nations all around the world. Blame it on whatever you choose, the need to provide adequate amounts of clean, sweet, potable water must be addressed before the local and regional water crises become a global, life-threatening crisis. Israel faces a potential crisis as the Sea of Galilee,… Continue reading Israel Facing Water Crisis but Willing to Share
GAFCON 2018 Proclaiming Christ Faithfully to the Nations
JERUSALEM – On the tenth anniversary of the first GAFCON (Global Anglican Future Conference), nearly 2,000 attendees met in Jerusalem, the site of the original GAFCON. The theme of the conference was “Proclaiming Christ Faithfully to the Nations.” GAFCON works to guard and proclaim the unchanging, transforming Gospel through biblically faithful preaching and teaching which… Continue reading GAFCON 2018 Proclaiming Christ Faithfully to the Nations
Millions of Brazilians March for Jesus
SÃO PAULO – Established in 1993, São Paulo’s March for Jesus is among the biggest religious events in Brazil, the country with the world’s second-largest Christian population after the United States. Each year, for 26 years, hundreds of thousands of people have gathered together in the streets of São Paulo to worship the Lord and… Continue reading Millions of Brazilians March for Jesus
Christians Concerned About Turkish Presence in Syria
Turkish Army Takes Afrin, Syria from Kurds AFRIN, Syria – Turkish forces have overtaken the Syrian town of Afrin, driving the Kurdish forces out. To most readers in the Western Hemisphere, this news has little relevance. Most us have no idea who’s who or what is where in the conflict in Syria. The situation for… Continue reading Christians Concerned About Turkish Presence in Syria
Donald Trump’s Profile on New Jewish Temple Coin
Donald Trump with Reuven Rivlin during 2017 visit to Israel JERUSALEM – The nascent Sanhedrin in Israel, in cooperation with Hamikdah Betzion (The Temple in Zion) has minted a new, half-shekel Temple tax coin featuring the profile of United States President Donald Trump. The coin has been minted in celebration of President Trump’s recognition of… Continue reading Donald Trump’s Profile on New Jewish Temple Coin
Anti-Terror, Pro-Israel Rally in India Attracts 70,000
CALCUTTA – A crowd of an estimated 70,000 attended an anti-terrorism, pro-Israel rally in Calcutta on February 15th. Speakers discussed a range of topics that centered on the problem of recent Iranian terrorism against Israel, citing is as an indication of things to come as Islamic terrorists are increasing acts of aggression in India, especially… Continue reading Anti-Terror, Pro-Israel Rally in India Attracts 70,000