Dear CUFI Supporters

january - february 2013

Building Support for Israel from Coast to Coast

Dear CUFI Supporters, In early January, the press revealed that Egypt’s Muslim to the southwest, in small Brotherhood affiliated president, Mohammed Morsi, said in college towns and in some a 2010 interview that the Jewish people are “descendants of our nation’s largest cities, of apes and pigs.” A few weeks after the revelation, Morsi CUFI is uniting Christians in explained his comments by asserting that they had been support of Israel. distorted by the so-called Jewish-controlled media. Not to be outdone, in late February, Turkey’s Prime Minister Morsi’s and Erdogan’s comments are not aberrations. The Recep Tayyip Erdogan described Zionism as a “crime against drumbeat of anti-Semitism is constant in Tehran, Damascus, humanity.” Cairo, and Ramallah. And it does not stop at the water’s edge. In pockets of our own society that have become Israel is surrounded by hate. The Jewish people are devoid of morality, anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism are demonized and terrorized by bigots bent on their growing. destruction. But our brothers and sisters in the Holy Land are not alone - at CUFI, we are fighting back. CUFI’s educational efforts explain that Zionism is a Christian and moral imperative, and our advocacy efforts provide an After Erdogan made his disgusting comments about Zionism, avenue through which we can collectively fight the evil that CUFI executive director David Brog told the Washington Free today rises up against God’s chosen people. But ultimately, Beacon “Erdogan’s statement is dangerous hate speech… each individual in America must decide for themselves if Denying to the Jews what is valid for the rest of humanity is they will stand with God’s chosen people. blatant anti-Semitism.” We pray that you will be with us as we work to bless the Brog then called on the Obama Administration to “condemn descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. And when you such bigotry in the strongest possible terms.” A few days consider this charge, we ask that you remember Christian later, Secretary of State John Kerry said of Erdogan’s com- philosopher Edmund Burke’s important caution: “The only ments “We not only disagree with it; we found it objection- thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do able.” Kerry’s rebuke was a small victory for Israel and her nothing.” supporters, but during such times, every success counts. Blessings to you and those you love, The moral of the story is simple: We must stand up and speak up whenever Israel is under attack. If we do not express resolute support for Israel, how can we expect our leaders to do so? Washington will only stand by Jerusalem if our voice for Israel is loud and clear. And CUFI is taking this message across the country. As you will see below, over the past three months we have held scores of events educating Christians about the importance of standing with Israel. During the same time Pastor John Hagee David Brog period, we took more than 100 Christian clergy on spiritual Founder and National Chairman Executive Director and educational trips to the Holy Land. From the northeast Christians United For Israel Christians United For Israel January 4, 2013 January 6, 2013 January 18, 2013 CUFI Standing With Israel Event CUFI Standing With Israel Event CUFI Standing With Israel Event Schertz, TX San Angelo, TX Mahomet, IL OverviewPastor and of Mrs. Stephen CUFI’ Prescod s Events Pastor Jason Schifo of the and Elder Ginger Bright again Belmore Baptist Church in San hosted and arranged a CUFI PastorAngelo, and TX Mrs.hosted Toby a well- Irwin of Mahomet and Mark Burns of event at the Church of the First attended CUFI Standing With CommunityGreat News RFreeadio Church were of Born in Schertz, Texas. Even Israel event. Christians United instrumental with the amazing

might have caused others to cancel the meeting though a flood in the sanctuary For Israel members traveled turnout on a Friday night in a preparing another site in time for the meeting. hundreds(not on an of interstate)” miles from to Midland, hear the Brady, message Mason, of small Illinois community. The subject of this they“Seeds persisted Are No Smallin honoring Thing” Israel was the by immediatelytitle of the Melvin and Odessa to “the largest city in Texas initial Standing With Israel meeting was “How inspiring message delivered to the hearts and descendants. DoesIsrael God and JudgeGod’s Nations?”Chosen People. Needless Pastor to say,Jason we’re and Januaryhow God will12, 2013bless those who bless Abraham’s prayingMark Burns to be are an leaders undivided who nation have helpedthat supports CUFI importance of instilling the truths of God’s word Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon mindsto our childrenof every person.and growing It explained adults throughthe vital the Meeting in West Palm Beach, FL mandate to support Israel, and we are honored to knowledge of modern historical events. It was raisehave themawareness supporting and speak us. about the biblical January 20, 2013 CUFI Standing With Israel Event amazingappreciation how for many all that retired CUFI military is doing. veterans Over 40 Hispanic Pastors and leaders Logansport, LA participated in the first CUFI Español Pastors Januaryattended and5, 2013 stayed after to express their Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon LunchPalm Beach and Middle Pastors East Association Briefing inand West the PalmPort Pastor Frankie Mathis of Meeting in Baltimore, MD Beach, FL. The event was hosted by the West The Baltimore’s Pastor’s Saint Lucy Pastors Association and organized Cornerstone Cowboy Church in by Pastor Mario Branmick, Hispanic Director Logansport,morning for LACol. graciously John Somer - CUFI’s Pastor’s Lunch event in ofJanuary Broward 13, County. 2013 Pastor Carlos Ortiz was the openedville, CUFI’s his church Central on Regional Sunday AssociationBaltimore, MD. held A theirdozen first pastors keynoteCUFI Standing speaker. With Israel Event Roseville, CA Pastor Carlos Castillo, Coordinator. In addition to the Cowboy Church attended the event organized by congregation,through emails there and newspaperwere many whoadvertising. came from The Palomo. Pastor Carlos Ortiz, CUFI’s National Greater Sacramento California area attended neighboring towns that had been reached Maryland’s Hispanic Director, and Pastor Abel Hundreds of people from Roseville and the Which helped the audience take a closer, speaker. Fellowship. CUFI’s Western Regional Coordinator subjecthistorical was look “Will at thethe silenceChurch of Be the Silent Church Again?” in CUFI’s first event at Abundant Life Christian HispanicJanuary Outreach6, 2013 Coordinator, was the keynote CUFI Standing With Israel Event common lies told to demonize the Jewish State. Washington DC presentedThe meeting “Myths also served and Facts,” as a senddismantling off for the the Germany and the US during the 1930s rise of church’s Senior Pastor, Doug Bird, as he would Hitlerencouraged which all contrasts in attendance with the to threatsget involved and plans with leave for Israel 48 hours later as part of CUFI’s of Iran in our day. Pastor Mathis not only the center of a Standing With West Coast Pastors’ Israel Trip. Music,Israel event dancing in our and nation’s praying were January 16, 2013 CUFI,to support he immediately Israel and to made let them plans know to go what to the capital, Washington DC. Over 50 CUFI Standing With Israel Event Washington, DC to encourage his elected officials people full of love and support Elmwood Park, IL for the nation of Israel attended folks deep in the heart of Louisiana believe on Pastor David Sagil of New January 26, 2013 this event. Pastor Marvin Aquilera coordinated thatCUFI crucial Myths subject. and Facts Presentation the event and pastors from other local churches Epic Bible College in Sacramento, CA participated as well. Pastor Carlos Ortiz was the Somerville to speak in Elmwood guest speaker. Horizon Temple invited Col. John More than 50 students from Epic January 6, 2013 CUFI at Belmore Baptist Church Event Park,Mountains a suburb of Israel.” of Chicago, This isto give San Angelo, TX a brief history on “the Bible College in Sacramento, CA attended a CUFI Myths and Facts Januarywhere, in 18,the book2013 of Ezekiel, God clearly declares presentationNeal. Professors by Westernat the school CUFI events at his Belmore Pastors’the land of and Israel Ministry as “My Land.”Leaders’ Luncheon rallied with the missionRegional of CoordinatorCUFI and requested Randy PastorBaptist Toby Church Irwin in San hosted Angelo, two Meeting in Mahomet, IL similar extended teachings in the future. TX. The morning message encompassed the covenant God February 2, 2013 morning in the prairie land of CUFI Español Standing Israel Event made with the Chosen People Pasadena, TX and the Promise Land entitled “Whose Land Is It OnMahomet, a cold and Illinois windy a warm Friday

Standing With Israel event that Anyway?” Pastor Irwin, graciously, opened his breakfast was served to more Iglesiawill remain Luz y in Vida the hostedhearts anda church to CUFI for two events on that Sunday than 35 pastors and ministry minds of the attendees for a long because the church also hosted a Stand With arrangements, advertisingleaders in andthe brandfoot work new was time. Great Music made this Israel meeting that evening in the sanctuary. One luxurious Mahomet Public Library. All the particular SWI event a member of the church said, “I remember learning all of that years ago, but now that I’ve been done by two wonderful local CUFI members, Meg readingme.” about Israel all the time in the news. This Drennanmiles around. and Peggy The purposes Meyer. Their and goalsefforts of paid CUFI off memorableevent; while one the forenthusiastic the Pasadena congregation Evangelical was morning has put it all back into perspective for withwere aintroduced large assemblage and well of received. ministry leadersThe meeting from community.full of love and Pastor support Eliud for Garcia the State organized of Israel. the

about Israel also attracted two professors and Pastor Carlos Ortiz, National Hispanic their wives from the University of Illinois, both of Coordinator, was the keynote speaker. whom were native Israelis. They could not have beento stand more up effusivefor their in people their joy and and their understanding nation. of how Christians are beginning to stand with and February 3, 2013 February 7, 2013 February 10, 2013 CUFI Español Standing With Israel Event Standing With Israel Event Standing With Israel Event Houston, TX Rochester, NY OverviewLutherville, of MDCUFI’s Events college students, and leaders On Sunday, February 3rd Iglesia On February 7 congregants, On Sunday, February 10, over Rios de Aceite hosted its first came together at Bethel 700MD alongmembers with from pro-Israel Trinity CUFI Español Standing With fromChristian the Christian Fellowship community in Assemblyvisitors from of God other in churchesLutherville, in Israelopened event the eventin the with city ofa Katy, Rochester, NY to hear Pastor the area came together to hear TX. Pastor Hernan Castaño powerful word about the Hispanic commitment and Author Victor Styrsky. His presentation of Pastorwith Israel and isAuthor a motivating Victor Styrsky one that speak. gives His to support the Jewish State, followed by a theFebruary Biblical 8, mandate 2013 to stand with Israel made presentation on the Biblical mandate of standing Februaryteaching from 4, 2013 Pastor Carlos Ortiz of the biblical anNorthwest impression Taping with everyone of CUFI inOverview attendance. An offering was received to further the work of CUFIprinciples on Campus of why we Standing need to bless With Israel. Israel everyone an urgency to add action to our faith. Event at Northwest University in Kirkland, Pastor Mark Biltz of El Shaddai WA Ministries and CUFI Washington FebruaryCUFI On Campus. 10, 2013 After the service, many spoke State Director, Pastor Art Standingof making plansWith toIsrael attend Event the 2013 DC Summit. Palecek of El Shaddai Ministries Caldwell, ID On February 4th, CUFI on Campus Western Region Organizer, John Winchester, held the first Regional Coordinator,and CUFI and JohnTacoma Winchester City Director, the greater Boise, Idaho area ever event at Northwest University. Students Western CUFI OnRandy Campus Neal Coordinator CUFI Western came Nearlyattended a thousand a special Standingpeople from from the Christian university gathered to hear together to share an overview of Christians With Israel event with why Christians must stand with Israel, and what United For Israel to viewers of Praise The Lord Februarycan be done 5, in 2013 their community. That week, on TBN Northwest. The event was well coordinated CUFIstudents on filedCampus paperwork Standing for an With official Israel chapter. February 8, 2013 Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth. Event at Mississippi College in Clinton, MS CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel McGarrah of Deer Flat Church in Caldwell, Idaho. Event at Roberts Wesleyan College in bySenior CUFI P astorIdaho McGarrah State Director and Mr.and R Pastoroth had David Mississippi College in Clinton, Rochester, NY MS was the site of a Stand with whom were college and high school age. Similar Israel event on the 5th of attendees on the edge of their seats; many of couldn’t keep over 25 students Gem State this spring. A city-stopping snow storm CUFI events will be presented throughout the February.the CUFI on Jonathon Campus Graves chapter. is the February 10, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Following the meetingenergetic he expressed and dynamic these leader of fromactivists Roberts from Wesleyangathering Collegeon Milwaukee, WI pluscampus a number to hear of P astorpro-Israel and Pastor Elliot Jones of Walking In summary thoughts to Col. John Somerville. “ The Spirit Ministries in Thank you for all that you do for CUFI and the Authoranti-Semitism Victor Styrsky’sleft the students lecture, encouraged “The Big Lie.” in His Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is shown Lord Jesus Christ! 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I also look forward to seeing this luncheon for local church truly is great potential in just one activist won to Pastor Skip Henderson hosted recently visited Israel on a tour hosted by Pastor Mac Hammond, CUFI’s Minnesota State Director. Februaryyou and all 7, the 2013 other lovers of Israel at the CUFI leaders, which was marked by Pastorto deliver Jones, the anmessage, incredibly “The dynamic Land and and the gifted Pastors’Washington and DC Ministry Summit comingLeaders’ up Luncheonin July!” the quality and spirituality of preacher graciously invited Col. John Somerville Meeting in Rochester, NY their ministry at the World high standard forOutreach the growth and and Bible impact Training of CUFI People,” which illustrated the territory God Center.in the northern Their exemplary Midwest. leadership John Somerville is setting spoke a called, “My Land” and the Israelite nation He and leaders from the Christian called,Their return, “My people” as prophesied, who only put found an endtheir to the On February 7 pastors, rabbis, fulfillment when His people were in His land. Christian Fellowship in toincorporated the assembled into ministers their churches. outlining the history, people without a land.” communityRochester, NY gathered to hear atfrom Bethel purpose and goals of CUFI and how they can be February 9, 2013 Februaryage-old saying 10, of2013 “A land without a people and a Standing With Israel Event WQLL Radio Interview Stockton, CA Pastor and Author Victor Baltimore, MD Styrsky, CUFI Eastern Regional Coordinator. 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continued  February 10, 2013 February 13, 2013 Newark, TX. Being on a college campus, Col. John A Night to Stand With Israel Event CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel Event Somerville attempted to take an academic/ Milwaukee, WI at South Dakota State University in historic approach to the question of “Is Israel Brookings, SD OverviewWisconsin of CUFI State CUFI’ and s Events traced the rise and fall of the British Empire, Daughters For Zion Directors, reallyemphasizing all that theirimportant treatment to the of United the Jewish States?” People He Pastors Skip and Melva event at South Dakota State CUFI On Campus held its first and the Promised Land. February 24, 2013 Henderson hosted A Night To University in Sioux Falls on Standing With Israel Event Stand With Israel at the beautiful FebruaryWestern R 13th.egion Students Campus from Odessa, TX Park Hilton Hotel. Col. John the university gathered to hear Somervilleevents that spokewere planted on the subject in the childhood “Seeds Aren’t hearts importance of supporting Israel and the U.S. Small Things” regarding the seemingly small Organizer John Winchester discuss the Biblical PastorStanding Marco With and Israel his event dynamic at Richard Nixon. Each of these presidents made family hosted a symbolic of Presidents Harry Truman, Lyndon Johnson and FebruaryIsrael relationship. 14, 2013 An official chapter will be CUFIrecognized on Campus by the end Standing of the Spring With Semester.Israel Event their beautiful New Life Chapel decisions during their time in the White House at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA in Odessa, TX. That Sunday that were a blessing to Israel and redounded The CUFI on Campus chapter at morning also happened to be Februarypositively upon 11, 2013 the United States, verifying that thepeople Jewish even festival if the costof Purim, was her the life. celebration Col. John of Pastors’God will bless and nationsMinistry that Leaders’ bless Israel. Luncheon Queen Esther determining to speak out for her Meeting in Baltimore, MD Regent University hosted Neil Lazarus,Beach. Neil sponsored Lazarus byis Israeli the Somerville’swipe out the messageJews. Somerville was that cited every several generation hashistoric a Haman; attempts who at is the diabolically “Final Solution” determined and went to Pastors from the greater JewishAdvocator Federation & Communications of Virginia on to explain that God, who watches over Israel, Seventy-Baltimore, three MD Rabbisarea attended and a thought provoking presentation. consultant. Students enjoyed his engaging & February 14, 2013 “neither slumbers nor sleeps.” The congregation CUFIFederation. Kosher Both Luncheon the Christian hosted Standing With Israel Event was encouraged and moved to become involved and Jewish communitiesby the Baltimore are now workingJewish Fresno, CA in educating themselves and their elected officials A unique CUFI meeting was held Februaryas to the necessity 24-26, 2013of getting serious about our biblical mandate and to speak up for Israel. toward a Night to Honor Israel celebration later Cowboy Church Ministers Gathering in 2013, after this groundbreaking event! CUFI Newark, TX when The Fresno Republican Eastern Regional Coordinator, Pastor Victor Dr. David Simmons, StyrskyMandate left for the Standing leaders with touched Israel.” and inspired Women’sto discuss Club David held Brog’s their ‘Standing monthly Book Review Meeting Februaryafter receiving 11, his2013 message, “The Biblical Coordinator organized CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel Event CUFIthe annual Cowboy gathering Church of at New Mexico State University in Las With Israel: Why Christians Cruces, NM SupportCoordinator, the Jewish Col. John State’; Somerville, which had leading been the carefully read. With CUFI Central Regional Ministers which was held at Eagle Mountain discussion of Israel and the United States which International Church on theCowboy grounds Church of the Survivor Irving Roth addressed group, the meeting turned into a very positive Onmore February than 300 11th, people Holocaust stuffed Pastor Ted and Jan Currington (pictured) have followedturned into up awith mini many Standing questions With Israelabout leaving the Kenneth Copeland Ministries in Newark, Texas. purpose and goals of CUFI. The gathering quickly Israel in the Texas Panhandle and have toured into the Corbett Center on the Israelbeen instrumental with Col. Somerville, in numerous who alsoNights spoke To Honor to the New Mexico State University these ladies very enthusiastic about CUFI. The campus at an event organized by meeting was set up by long-time CUFI supporter theto hear CUFI Mr. On R Campusoth speak chapter. on the Attendees“Lessons of from the five and a leader in the Jewish community, Mr. Stuart Cowboyis a true phenomenonministers during and the work conference. of God. The different cities and more than 150 students came Weil.area. He and his family have been instrumental in growth of the Cowboy churches across the nation captivated as Mr. Roth challenged them not to Februarysetting up 417, Nights 2013 to Honor Israel in the Fresno Holocaust”. The audience was absolutely Originally,wife and fellow much Israel of the supporter, foundation provided was laid much by the CUFI Español Standing With Israel Event latewisdom Cowboy and Apostle,inspiration Glen to Smith.the meeting. Ann Smith, his Los Angeles, CA Februarystand by in 12, the 2013face of evil as so many had in February 25, 2013 CUFIGermany on Campusin 1938. Standing With Israel Event CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel Event Mississippi College in Clinton, MS University of Missouri IsraeliStanding flags, With music Israel and event dancing were the key elements of the Campus chapter at Mississippi del Trigo in Los Angeles, CA. A On Campus Field OnCollege February organized 12, The an CUFIevent On with hosted by Ministerios Lo Mejor OnOrganizer February John 25th, CUFI supporters attended, including Pastor Ulises Winchester addressed Galdamez who coordinatedgreat group the of Hispanicevent. Pastor Israel Jose Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth. The room was packed beyond studentsof weather and conditions community and members 6 inches ofat snow,the University of Missouri during a blizzard. In spite capacity as university officials FebruaryAquino, CUFI 22, California 2013 Hispanic State Director, brought in more chairs for seating. “I have never was the keynote speaker. for supporting Israel and the importance of the Standing With Israel Event peopleU.S. Israel still alliance. attended to hear the Biblical mandate seenwould anything have thought”. like this”, Mr. said Roth the addressed groups faculty the University of North Texas in Denton, TX advisorcrowd of and over History 400, teaching Department the lessons professor of the “Who February 26, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Standing With Israel meeting Meeting in Portland, OR Holocaust and how they apply today. Onwas a held February on the evening, campus a of the Denton, TX. The CUFI On Yoram Ettinger addressed University of North Texas in Formerseveral areaIsraeli pastors Ambassador at a special

the Eagle MountainCampus International students Church were bolstered in Portland Oregon. Attendees by a wonderful group of believers who came from CUFI briefing and luncheon in were encouraged and delighted to meet CUFI’s meaningful and heartfelt presentation was given February 28, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Tucson, AZ newfocus Oregon and commitment State Director, to re-energize Pastor Denny the Stahl state ofin toPastors why Israel and leaders and the expressed Jewish community an extreme must be Overview of CUFI’Pastors ands congregants Events from Calvary Chapel in Grants Pass, and to learn of his fully supported by the church and its leaders. over a dozen churches gathered there. for a CUFI Standing With Israel Februaryregards to mobilizing26, 2013 the pro-Israel community appreciationAmerican Outreach for the Coordinator,biblical mandate Dr. P astorgiven as Michaelwell as the A. Stevens.personal Several testimony guest of pastorsthe African- Night to Honor Israel Western Regional Coordinator attended the event including Pastor Tom and Portland, OR presentation offered by CUFI expectations in equipping Christians across Directors and Apostle Steve and Belinda Dietz Randy Neal. The event exceeded throughout the Greater Portland Theresa Ochieng, Charlotte, NC CUFI City Hundreds came from Tucson Arizona with facts about Israel, and from Hickory, NC. Pastor Dietz recently returned promotinglocal chapter the of fourth CUFI O annualn Campus. Night T Tohe Honorevent raised Israel Oregon area and beyond to from Israel as a 2013 Familiarization Trip hosted at the University of Arizona - Tucson by the attend the area’s fifth Night to participant with Victor Styrsky. Honor Israel. The event, coordinated by CUFI members proceeds to send first time college students to the PhyllisColorado, and and Bruce included Lohse, messages featured frommusic CUFI directed CUFI Washington DC Summit this July. by Rhoda Schultz of Faith Bible Chapel in Arvada

Oregon State Director Pastor Denny Stahl, CUFI Western Regional Coordinator Randy Neal, Israel Consulate General to the Northwest Dr. Andy David, and keynote speaker former Israeli Ambassador of Congressional Relations, Yoram Ettinger.and raised The several evening thousands was packed of dollars with solidarity to further betweenthe work theof CUFI Christian on Campus and Jewish in the communities, Portland area. February 26, 2013 CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel Event Cedarville University & Ohio State University The CUFI on Campus Chapter at

CedarvilleStudents gathered University to hearheld theira first event as an official chapter. opportunities & advantages of working with CUFI.presentation John Winchester, about the Western questions & discuss important information with Field Organizer, was able to stay after to answer to start a chapter and introduce students to E-board.pro-Israel OSU activism & Cedarville on-campus. are working together February 27, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Tucson, AZ A CUFI Standing with Israel event set a new attendance record for First Baptist Church

north of Tucson Arizona. The M ay 5, 2013 ofevent Catalina, opened a community and closed withjust Christians United for Israel Sunday is an opportunity Jewishgave the music audience performed a glimpse by Theof the Gatekeepers. propaganda CUFIspread Western on U.S. Regionalcampuses Coordinator with a special Randy CUFI Neal for Christians around the world to unite in prayer multi-media presentation “Fact or Fiction: dismantling the demonization of Israel. and action in support of Israel. February 27, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Gastonia, NC We pray that your church will participate in Christians United Friendship Christian Church for Israel. CUFI will provide you with all the materials you need located in Gastonia, NC, hosted a to implement a successful Christians United for Israel Sunday, American Standing With Israel including videos, literature and a sample sermon. very successful CUFI African- Bishop John McCullough and the event on February 27, 2013. For more information go to www.cufi.org/sunday ministry leaders of Friendship Christian welcomedAfrican-American over 75 church guests shouldwho sat stand most with the attentively learning the basics of why the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. A very CUFI’s Western Region

prayer that we would return home with a greater love for Israel and the Jewish people than we had when we arrived. When Pastors Ken Bluemel, Chris Williams, Rich- ard Cardoza and Francis Anfuso led us through the communion service at the Garden Tomb, He was there. Some of the times on this pilgrim- age were lighthearted. We could feel God smile as He gave us perfect weather, only a week after snow and rainstorms. Or the enter- taining moment when our bus had to stop for a herd of a hundred camels to cross the highway, and we were given the rare treat of viewing dozens of Ibex. After a solemn time of being still to lis- ten to the Sea of Galilee’s waves lap against our boat, Pastor Don Pritchard gave a compelling message about God choosing people that men had discarded... only to dash the reverence by climb- ing over the side rail with one leg dangling, with everyone convinced By Randy Neal that he was going to try to walk on water right then and there. Not far s thirty-two pastors sat down cles, was crucified and rose again. fully expected a rushing wind to from where Peter, Andrew, James to dinner before heading to They have preached and taught for blow through the room. and John had toiled for hours in Athe airport for their flights decades about the Israelite proph- In the House of Caiaphas, down in the hopes of a decent catch, Pas- home from Israel, they were asked ets and patriarchs who God used as the pit where Jesus was likely held tor Dennis Dickson impressed our to think of a word or two that quills to record His Word, what He before His crucifixion, they gave boat’s captain with his net-casting described the recent six days of has done in this land, the people thanks and praise to God. It was skills, instilled in his youth on the travel through the Holy Land. As He gave it to, and the covenants quickly clear that if we would just waters off Louisiana. each took their turn to reflect, they He made with them. But for nearly pause our busy itinerary–to stop, The epiphanies weren’t limited just didn’t say it was “great.” They didn’t all of these pastors, this was the to pray, to delve into His Word, to experiencing the Christian holy say it was “fun.” They didn’t say first time they had ever experienced to give Him praise, to invite Him sites. Time after time, our guide, it was “wonderful” or “fabulous”– Israel. Experiencing Israel firsthand to show up–that He would... and Abraham, stretched our under- though the experience was all of had forever changed the way that He did. He showed up when Pas- standing and challenged us with that and much, much more. No, they would think, preach and teach tor Ray Gene Wilson led worship new perspectives on things we had they said it was an “awakening.” about Israel and the Jewish people. at the Church of Saint Anne. He long thought were settled in our They said it was “life-changing.” Without doubt, God was leading answered Bishop Andrew Turner’s minds. What transpired as these They said it was “transforming.” this journey. Sometimes it seemed pastors who do not put faith in Since seminary, any one of them overwhelming, as it did in the wood or stone prayed at the West- could draw maps from memory Upper Room when Pastor Doug ern Wall in Jerusalem is beyond of Israel’s expansions, contrac- Bird shared from the book of Acts what any words can describe. Suf- tions, foreign occupations, and re- and closed with a prayer asking the fice it to say that everyone left with establishment. They could name Lord to “do it again.” Pastor Daniel a sense that crying out to God from cities and sites where people in Goodin led a time of worship, and that reverent remnant of retaining the Bible were born, went into moments later the room resounded wall is a “local call.” battle, and were buried. They could as multiple groups from around Again and again, sights and sounds mark where Jesus Christ was born, the world prayed and sang praise and places brought the scriptures walked, taught, performed mira- in their own language. Many of us to life and in vivid color. In the CUFI’s Western Region Pastors Leadership Tour to Israel

Jewish Quarter of the old city, we huddled in a circle around Pastor Joey Steelman as he read Zechariah 8 aloud. In that setting, we watched old men with staffs in their hands, and the boys and girls playing in the streets. We were witnessing that, in His faithfulness, God had indeed brought His people back, and they were dwelling in the midst of Jerusalem. mailboxes. For a few minutes, the Peace eludes the region because neck whirlwind visit to the center lenses that these men were looking of Arab refusal to recognize Israel’s of the universe was indeed great, But, as powerful as the spiritual through weren’t those of a pas- right to exist. fun, wonderful and fabulous... as moments and realizations were, tor, but of a father, a husband, a it awakened us, changed our lives everyone was also deeply impacted Experiencing Israel firsthand inoc- brother, a neighbor, as they walked ulated these pastors, who col- and transformed us. As Pastor simply by trying to fathom the day through a playground and followed John Hagee has mused, they may to day realities on the ground for lectively preach and teach before the steps down into a daycare’s thousands, from falling victim to have entered as tourists, but they Israelis. On the Lebanon border at bomb shelter, heartbroken to learn returned as Zionists. Kibbutz Malkia, Rev. Jeff Johnson the blood libel charges waged to that toddlers know when they hear demonize the Jewish State. Allega- Funding has already been pledged the rocket alert siren they have tions that are rarely challenged on for another trip to Israel, specifically only twelve seconds to get into the US college campuses withered and for pastors from the greater Los safety of the shelter. Angeles region. If you know pastors A rendezvous with IDF soldiers on in or near Los Angeles who have patrol made the group take inven- never been to Israel and desire to tory of what we so easily take for tangibly express love and solidarity granted back home. These young to the Jewish people, we would like men were not fighting someone to speak with them about possibly else’s battle half a world away; they joining us for an extremely afford- were laying their lives on the line able trip to the Holy Land. Please to protect their families and fellow have them contact CUFI Western citizens from an enemy whose Regional Coordinator Randy Neal and Pastor Francis Anfuso dug charter is simply to kill Jews–, at [email protected] for more infor- their hands into Israel’s soil to plant whether man, woman or child– mation.■ young kiwi trees in an orchard and to destroy their homeland–an for future generations. The joyful enemy that controls territory only wafted like chaff as these pastors Randy Neal yards from Israel’s border. Briefings experienced Israel with their own Western Regional moment of symbolic solidarity took Director a sobering turn when everyone by Sgt. Benjamin Anthony of the eyes. The incredible ethnic and IDF Reserves, Terrorism Analyst Alaska • Arizona • looked over at the opium poppy religious diversity and the undeni- California • Colorado fields just across the dirt border Col. Elliott Chodoff and Palestin- able equality Israeli Arabs enjoy • Hawaii • Idaho • ian Journalist Khaled Abu Toameh collapsed the falsehoods of rac- Montana • Nevada patrol road, grown by Hezbollah to • New Mexico • Oregon • Utah • fund their terrorism at a distance gave common sense clarity to the ism and apartheid like a house of seemingly complicated conflict: cards, and equipped us all with the Washington • Wyoming shorter than most of us walk to our Randy draws from years of experience authority and conviction to stand up developing and facilitating educational and speak out if those deceptions workshops that address the Biblical mandate to support Israel, church are suggested in our presence. history and political activism in the faith For an unusually rare week, these community. Randy has served as a leader for the American Israel Public Affairs shepherds, who typically spend Committee, and is a frequent speaker most of their days taking care of at churches, synagogues and pro-Israel others, got to put the world on hold events. His Israel 101 and Standing With Israel Meetings motivate and equip non- and seek what God had for them activists to become effective advocates in the only nation on earth that He for Israel. created. Thanks to the obedience and generosity of others, these men of God, this band of brothers, experienced Israel. I’m sure all of them would concur that this break- CUFI’s Southeastern Pastors Leadership Tour To Israel By Pastor Scott Thomas CUFI – Florida State Director

We didn’t visit Israel, we experienced it! On January 15, 2013, my wife and I boarded a plane with The first two nights in Israel, we stayed in Tiberius where our 27 other pastors and CUFI Leaders… and we were finally en hotel overlooked the Sea of Galilee. We then finished our tour route to Israel! This Southeastern Pastors Tour was made up in Jerusalem, where we stayed for the final three nights. The of a unique, exciting and outstanding group of a multi-cultur- accommodations and meals were all first-class. al, multi-ethnic, multi-generational and multi-denominational Throughout those five days of touring, we laughed, cried, brothers in the Faith. Filled with various fashion styles, per- prayed, connected, preached, took pictures and sang our hearts sonalities and a few distinct southern-dialects (which I love!), out as we toured numerous Biblical sites; including, the Mt. I could immediately sense, this was going to be the trip of a of Beatitudes, Valley of Megiddo, Garden of Gethsemane, a lifetime. So, with thumbs pounding-out one final text before boat ride across the Sea of Galilee, Masada, swimming in the the plane door was closed, our group’s excitement quickly lit Dead Sea, worship in the Upper Room, walking the streets the atmosphere of that Boeing 777 InterContinental Jumbo of old Jerusalem, praying at the Western Wall, and Holy Jet before the flight attendants could even perform their safety Communion in the Garden Tomb just to name a few. Without demonstration. Tray tables up, seat belts fastened… let’s go exception, each site carried significant impact on each pastor, to Israel! as we shared our newly discovered insights that could only be We landed in Tel Aviv, Israel early the next morning, wiped discovered while “on location.” The Bible was coming alive! the sleep from our eyes, snatched our luggage, loaded the bus Then, just when we thought the tour had peaked, CUFI shifted and hit the road towards our first site visit - Caesarea-Philippi. gears and began methodically interlacing a semester’s worth of No sooner had our tour guide began educating us on the his- geopolitical education and interfaith understanding within our tory of the location, and it happened. Before we could read a daily touring schedule. Our group was amazed and captivated Bible verse, sing a chorus or say a prayer, I watched as tears by the talks from Israeli Military Strategist, Elliot Chodoff; began pouring down pastors’ faces as the surreal reality of the Palestinian News Reporter, Khaled Abu Tomeh; the personal Holy Land was literally overwhelming their hearts. It was sim- perspective of an Israeli Defense Force (IDF) Special Forces ply too much to contain… and we were loving it! Soldier, Sgt. Benjamin Anthony, a heart-warming meeting with IDF Soldiers on the Israel-Lebanon border; an honored visit to In the end, I believe these three key truths are a proper surmise the home of Rabbi Danny Sperber for Shabbat; and a wonder- of what our pastors brought home: ful session with Rabbi Riskin at the Center for Jewish-Christian 1. Just as Israel is the undeniable home, heritage and identity Understanding & Cooperation. Each pastor kept expressing his of the Jewish people, Israel is also the home, heritage and newfound understanding and appreciation for Israel’s perspec- identity of the Christian faith as well. tive, position and stance in the Middle East. Quite honestly, this educational component alone was worth the trip! 2. Support for Israel and the Jewish people must move from preference to conviction. In the end, our tour group heard two distinct voices speak to our hearts. The first was from the Bible as it educated our hearts and 3. A greater understanding, appreciation and support for the re-affirmed our faith. The second was from the land and people work and mission of CUFI. of Israel, itself. It was here that many, for the first time, heard We left home as Christian pastors… but we returned home as the State of Israel tell her own story about her past, present Christian Zionists! ■ and future without political spin or an underlying agenda. Both voices spoke distinctly and definitively. Pastor Scott Thomas is pastor of Free Life Chapel in Lakeland, On the concluding evening of our visit in Israel, we shared a Florida. Scott and his wife Cindy are also passionately involved in pro-Israel advocacy. From guiding their own Educational Tours farewell meal together where every pastor stood and expressed in Israel to hosting pro-Israel events in Lakeland, their hearts are (many with tears) how his heart had been touched and changed knitted with Israel and the Jewish people. In April 2008, Scott on the tour. Comments covered a myriad of sentiments, but all and Cindy were honored by the Jewish National Fund in Tampa, included the identification of God’s touch on their lives within Florida with a “Lifetime Achievement Award” or their ongoing efforts of support for Israel and the Jewish people. Then, in the last five days. I am confident that each of these dynamic October or 2008, Scott was chosen, and accepted, the position pastors and leaders will never outlive the impact this trip had of Florida State Director for “Christians United for Israel.” on their lives. Today, Scott serves on the Board for Operation Life Shield - an Israeli organization that builds and places bomb shelters in the terrorist-striken communities of Israel. Virginia CUFI Leadership Tour to Israel By Maxanne Taverniti

The day we had been waiting for had finally arrived! I and twenty-seven pastors from across the state of Virginia were all converging upon Newark Liberty International Airport to begin our trip to Israel. To say this was a diverse group would be an under- statement. Clergy from various Christian denominations, genders, age groups and backgrounds were about to embark on a learning journey together. A special addition was an African American delegation of bishops and pastors from the Lynchburg area led by Senior Pastor Shantae Younger from The Ramp Church International. Upon clearing Israeli customs and secu- conflict and the global war on terrorism. some of the outside influences that seem rity in Tel Aviv, we were welcomed by While making our way to the border to press in from all sides. Whether it was a friendly and familiar face, the Eastern between Lebanon and Israel, Elliot pro- meeting the soldiers, touring a Kibbutz, Regional Director for CUFI: Pastor Victor vided us with his unique perspective interacting with shopkeepers or visiting Styrsky! He had arrived earlier to work on the current challenges facing Israel. the Western Wall on the Sabbath, it was with other groups for CUFI. As our Then, opinion gave way to experience our encounter with the people of Israel leader, his easy manner and boundless as we visited an Israeli military outpost that intrigued us and made us want to enthusiasm served to bolster our excite- to meet the soldiers who are stationed take a closer look. ment and anticipation for the days of there. As we gazed into the faces of touring to come. First impressions are the young Israeli soldiers and listened It was through the efforts of CUFI and Mr. important so it soon became obvious to their stories of personal sacrifice, a David Nekrutman, Executive Director that excellence would become a recur- sobering reality washed over us: The of The Center for Jewish-Christian ring theme throughout our trip, starting images you see on television are that of Understanding and Cooperation that with our beautiful motor coach! Once flesh and blood - the stakes do not come a closer look became a reality. The aboard, we were introduced to our any higher. CJCUC was founded in 2008 under expert driver, Yossi and our incompa- the auspices of Rabbi Riskin as the first rable guide, Ronny Netzer. These two At another CUFI learning session, a Orthodox Jewish institution devoted to gentlemen helped take our trip through- riveting presentation was provided by dialogue and cooperation between com- out Israel to its highest levels. Colonel Ben Tzion Gruber from the mitted Christians and Jews. We first Israeli Defense Force. We were grant- met David at a meet and greet reception Our itinerary struck just the right balance ed a rare “behind the scenes” look at at our beautiful hotel, Dan Jerusalem. between visits to our most treasured the life and death decisions faced daily He extended an invitation to join him Christian holy sites and relevant Jewish by the Israeli military who are trying and his family for Shabbat where we landmarks. Beloved scriptures gained to protect innocent populations while learned the importance of religious tradi- new meaning as we made our way defending against determined enemies tion within the Jewish life. David openly across Israel. From The Golan Heights bent on Israel’s destruction. One of engaged us in real and honest conversa- to the Sea of Galilee to the mountain the most interesting sessions was when tions where we were allowed to ask any stronghold of Masada, one kept thinking we met journalist Khaled Abu Toameh, question we wished about the Jewish it can’t get any better than this and then Palestinian Affairs Correspondent for people and their culture helping to cre- it does... Jerusalem! Our anticipation The Jerusalem Post. He spoke about ate a better atmosphere of understanding would build as we toured each sacred what it is like for him to live and work and trust. He inspired genuine warmth site throughout the city with the realiza- in Jerusalem as a Muslim Arab citizen of and sincerity in his deep commitment to tion that we were walking, touching and Israel. These sessions helped to crystal- establish greater understanding between seeing many of the same things our Lord lize certain issues and dispel many com- us and the Jewish people. The take had over 2,000 years ago. Hearts were monly held misconceptions. away? There is more that unites us than stirred as the scriptures we had memo- that which separates us! Jew or Gentile rized for years now took on a whole new As difficult as it would be to choose we share common threads. Strands of meaning. Where appropriate, we would one favorite aspect of our trip, it would historic friendships and shared beliefs stop and one of the pastors would read a be safe to say that nothing did more in democracy and freedom which bind related scripture, share a mini sermon or to enhance our understanding or help us together with strong cords that must offer a prayer. An overwhelming desire bridge the gap between our two cultures never be broken. Each of the pastors and to break into songs of praise would cause as did meeting and interacting directly bishops returned to their flocks with a our spirits to soar and join in the sweet with the Jewish people. It was our sto- clearer vision and renewed passion to fellowship of worship. ryteller and guide Ronny Netzer who work with CUFI and to stand with the helped us to see Israel and the surround- nation of Israel. ■ A very popular aspect of our CUFI expe- ing land from a different viewpoint. He rience was the unique learning sessions gave us a fresh perspective on the his- with leading Israeli experts. Our first tory and struggles of what it means to Maxanne Taverniti took place on our motor coach with Mr. be an Israeli. Through daily interaction Virginia State Director Elliot Chodoff, a political and military with the general population we caught a Christians United for Israel analyst specializing in the Middle East glimpse of how Israel has had to adapt to Church of God in Christ CUFI Leadership Tour to Israel

By Pastor Michael A. Stevens, Sr.

s a Christian Zionist and friend of Israel, I have been bond between warriors who defend freedom and democracy blessed to accompany many Christian groups to Israel transcends culture and language. in years past. But of all the groups I have led, my most At the Dead Sea even the older and more distinguished among recent visit with the General Council of Pastors and Elders of A us reveled in floating in thick salty water. And though the the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) - the largest Pentecostal Jordan River was frigid, the warmth we all felt as were baptized denomination in the world – exhibited the greatest display of there was simply indescribable. brotherhood and fellowship. These uniquely Israeli moments fostered a deeper friendship This past January, twenty-six highly influential pastors, among these brothers in Christ and resulted in a greater including an auxiliary bishop, traveled to the Holy Land to gain appreciation for one another and for our mutual Christian love. a better perspective of the Bible they so passionately value, and a greater understanding Jewish people’s culture and lives. Simply put: We wept and laughed more than we had in years. As a COGIC District Superintendent and Pastor, organizing this Each day in Israel the excitement and appreciation for this Holy trip was a meaningful and momentous accomplishment for me. Land increased. As we strode through Jerusalem’s Old City, we Witnessing so many of my colleagues and friends experience were walking where Jesus walked. As we sang a devotional the Holy Land was special and rewarding. hymn in the Upper Room – where our savior served the Last Supper – we were praying where Jesus prayed. And the impact The trip took us across the Holy Land from the Mediterranean was electric as other groups of foreign pilgrims sang with their to the Sea of Galilee – modern Tel Aviv to ancient Jersualem. COGIC brethren. And every moment was an experience to be remembered. At Israel’s border with Lebanon, as several of the group’s Describing his visit, one pastor noted “There are only a military veterans were moved to tears when conversing with few things in this life that can visually stimulate the the young Israeli soldiers standing guard, I saw clearly that the mind and bring clarity and understanding of our Holy Bible [like] surveying and walking in the land of Israel There are many things in life that change us, some are good, and all the surrounding cities. You get a feel of the others are bad. This trip to Israel had a resounding positive closeness of the cities and towns wherein Jesus and the change on all our lives. prophets traveled from place to place. The Bible talks We have studied the Bible for decades. We have seen Israel in about the hills and the mountains and all the rocks, the the news for equally as long. But until we visited the Holy Land, Sea of Galilee, the Jordan River. To place your feet on we did not truly know it. such a holy ground you almost feel like you went back in time!” And knowing Israel matters. As one participant put it “Pastor Stevens and CUFI gave 26 preachers a look inside of Israel rarely CUFI has always enjoyed a warm and productive relationship seen which also caused me to look inside of me and ask what with the COGIC Council of Pastors, and this first official trip can Christians all over the world do to support Israel… I will galvanized the resolve and mission of our shared strategic goal: forever be grateful and supportive of CUFI and hope to be an to stand with the State of Israel and Jewish people. active part of this organization.” In fact, this very determined group of pastors engaged in pro- Israel advocacy the very minute they landed back in the States. Pastor Michael A. Stevens, Sr. The announcement of Sen. Chuck Hagel to be our next African American Outreach Coordinator Secretary of Defense prompted the CUFI Action Fund to hold Pastor Stevens has served as CUFI’s State Director for North an emergency summit in Washington DC. Even though the Carolina since our earliest days. In addition, he is the founder pastors were weary and jet-lagged from their travels, they visited and senior pastor of the 1,500 member University City Church of God in Christ, formerly Full Gospel Fellowship, in with their elected officials and sent personal letters and emails Charlotte. Pastor Stevens is a graduate of North Carolina A&T to congressional leaders all in an effort to voice the Christian State University. Additionally, he has received a Masters of Zionist community’s discomfort with Hagel’s nomination. Practical Theology degree from Oral Roberts University, and is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Ministry at Oral Roberts. As the African-American Outreach Director for CUFI, I Pastor Stevens serves on the Executive Boards of both the General Council of Pastors and Elders, and the National passionately believe there is no better, nor effective way to build Church Growth Conference of the Church of God in Christ. pro-Israel advocacy in the church than to get pastors to Israel, the Holy Land of the Bible. Israel cannot be explained, it must be experienced. Overview of CUFI’s Events

Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee, and before thou came forth out the womb I sanctified thee and, I ordained thee a prophet to the nations. Then Said I, ah, Lord God! Behold I cannot SALT 2013 was an incredible success! With more speak for I am a child. But than 70 different college campuses represented at the the Lord said unto me, say conference, CUFI on Campus effectively reached a not, I am a child for thou wide variety of needs through the vehicle of its Student Advocacy Leadership Training—SALT. Students shalt go to all that I shall traveled from across country down to south Texas send thee, and whatsoever where the heart of CUFI began, San Antonio—home to our headquarters and our founder Pastor John I command thee thou shalt Hagee. It was a time of refreshing, refocusing, and speak. Be not afraid of their refining the leadership skills of our finest students on faces, for I am with thee to the frontlines for Israel today. Here’s a glance at some of the many memorable moments that took place at deliver thee, said the Lord. the onset of the New Year! Then the Lord put forth CUFI welcomed to the stage an array of speakers his hand, and touched my including: Pastor John Hagee, CUFI on Campus and regional staff, Holocaust Survivor and educator mouth and the Lord said Irving Roth, Dr. Paul Wilkinson (Stockport, England), unto me, Behold I have put Pastor Tim Burt (Brooklyn Park, MN), Dr. Jonathan Schanzer (Washington D.C.) and other guests. These my words in thy mouth. speakers enlightened students and staff, alike, on a See, I have this day set thee broad range of topics from ‘Christian Palestinianism’ to ‘Leadership Development,’ shedding light on over the nations and over many issues that our students will (if they haven’t the Kingdoms, to root out, already) face on their campuses. Our students were and to pull down, and to also privileged to engage with speakers and have their own personal questions answered by such destroy, and to throw down, knowledgeable figures in the field. to build and to plant. SALT 2013 did a great job of fostering an environment where students could be transparent with presenters Jeremiah 1:5-10 in order to glean the most from this experience. It allowed him specifically to become a powerful leader of Israel and our advocates to build relationships with CUFI staff Otoverview complete a great work. of CUFI’s Events members, establish friendships, and share with others Some students may be overwhelmed by a hectic course their strengths, struggles, and best practices. It was most load. Perhaps they even feel underdeveloped in their encouraging to hear students brag about how much they knowledge of Israel, and they face obstacles that seem enjoyed the conference and how, according to student impossible to overcome. Nevertheless, CUFI on Campus advocate Caleb Parke from Grove City College, “SALT students have realized that God has hand-picked them was the best SALT [he’d] ever been to.” for the job at hand. As Israel grows more and more You see, throughout the Word of God you’ll find an ostracized and ridiculed on college campuses, God is interesting trend where God chooses unlikely individuals raising up the next generation of pro-Israel supporters to to perform extraordinary acts for Him. He often times mightily use. Our students have not chosen this work, but takes someone that no one would have thought of and rather God has enlisted them to be a part of this awesome raises him up by and for His Glory. Fewer people were cause. Just like He chose Jeremiah, David, Abraham, ever more unlikely to be used by God than Jeremiah. Like and the disciples, our students have also been chosen to many of our students Jeremiah was young and plagued accomplish something great for such a time as this. ■ with several insecurities. Yet, in spite of them, God chose Christians United For Israel P.O. Box 1307 San Antonio, TX 78295 www.cufi.org

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