Israel
Israel: Blessing God’s Chosen
We are firm believers in Genesis 12:3 and that God blesses those who bless Israel. We have heard from many who would like to help Israel, so we are pleased to announce the start of a new outreach aimed at doing just that. Each month, we will provide the Voice of Judah Israel with funds to purchase food for hungry Israelis. Not only will the food help ease their hunger, but the funds will help their local economy by keeping purchases within the country, thus benefitting local businesses.
Astonishingly, 1.77 million of Israel’s residents are needy. Almost half of those are children. We look forward to working alongside Voice of Judah Israel and Pastor Israel in reaching these people. The organization’s goal is to help feed the poor, while revealing to them the love of God in a practical way. Their focus is on the orphans, widows, single mothers, Holocaust survivors, World War 2 veterans and the elderly. They are helping to raise a generation of servant leaders with sensitivity to the needs of their community.
At the beginning of each month, the organization purchases all the supplies needed to put together food packets. Each packet costs $20 and helps supply a family with essential food items for one month. The packets are assembled by a team of volunteers and workers at the food distribution center. The center opens once a month to pass out the packets and welcome people to sit down and enjoy some coffee or tea as they talk with volunteers. People often open up and share their struggles, while the Voice of Judah Israel volunteers and workers share hope and prayer with them. For those who are unable to go to the distribution center, the team delivers their food packets to their home.
Voice of Judah Israel works closely with municipalities who often see them as a blessing to their cities and communities. They often receive requests to help more people. While their hearts desire to help as many as they possibly can, they need our help in reaching more. Will you join with us in lending a helping hand to those in Israel who need it most?
The Israel Project 2008
January 2008 to December 2008
In 2007 we had the opportunity to bless 200 Israeli families with supplemental nutri tion for the entire year. This year our efforts continue as we once again partner with the Jerusalem-based Christian organization, Bridges for Peace. We will adopt 200 families in four different towns, giving them nutrition, hope and reassurance for the future.
Many communities throughout the nation struggle with economic hardship, not having enough resources to adequately care for those in need, many of whom are immigrants returning to their motherland. Wanting to bless these chosen people, we will adopt families in Beit Shemesh, Kiryat Ata, Mazkeret Batya and Yazniel, and give them supplemental nourishment throughout the year.
Israel has always been near and dear to my families' hearts, having lived there at one time and having traveled back on several occasions. But beyond our personal attachments, God asks us to care for His people. In Genesis 12:3, God says to Israel, "I will bless those who bless you." Now is our opportunity to do as He asks by blessing Israel, and in return may we be blessed.
Will you join us? Will you help us adopt these families in their time of great need? Will you bless others and receive blessings in return? A gift of just $192.00 will provide a year's supplement of food. Or $96.00 will lend support for six months, and only $16.00 will give a family a month's worth of parcels.
Will you join Diane and myself in caring for Israel? Will you make 2008 a year of blessings? Please prayerfully consider your role in adopting these families and touching their hearts with God's love. Thank you for your kind heart and faithful support.
The Israel Project
December 2006 to December 2007
UPDATE: Starting December 2006 through December 2007, FTN
will provide $38,400 in parcels of food for 200 families.
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