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The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews was founded in 1983 to promote understanding and cooperation between Jews and Christians and to build broad support for Israel and other shared concerns. Our vision is that Jews and Christians will reverse their 2,000-year history of discord and replace it with a relationship marked by dialogue, understanding, respect and cooperation.
Based in Chicago and Jerusalem, The Fellowship operates under the leadership of Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, and is governed by an independent board of directors, people from both faith groups who share our strong belief in building bridges between the Christian and Jewish communities. |
Our Programs |
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Helping Jews immigrate to Israel |
On Wings of Eagles helps Jews make aliyah (immigrate to Israel) from the former Soviet Union, Ethiopia, India, Europe, Arab Lands and other regions, and helps them with their klitah (resettlement) needs once they arrive in the Holy Land.
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Practical responses for suffering Israeli families |
Guardians of Israel provides food, clothing, shelter, housing and other urgent needs for all Israelis, including children and the elderly, who are suffering due to poverty, terrorism and war.
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Helping Jewish poor in the former Soviet Union |
Isaiah 58 provides children and elderly Jews in the former Soviet Union with food, clothing, heating, and other necessities, and rescues orphaned and abandoned Jewish children from life on the streets by funding Jewish children’s homes throughout the FSU.
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Mobilizing Christian support for Israel |
Stand for Israel aims to engage people both spiritually and politically on behalf of Israel and the Jewish people, by encouraging them to "pray for the peace of Jerusalem" and providing them with the facts they need to advocate for the Jewish state and fight anti-Israel bias in media.
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25th Anniversary
Journey Home Tour to Israel |
From October 30 - November 10, 2008, The Fellowship's 25th Anniversary Journey Home Tour to Israel will once again bring Fellowship partners to the Holy Land. There, they will see the Bible come to life, witness firsthand the lifesaving work of The Fellowship, enjoy a Sabbath meal with Rabbi Eckstein, and participate in a special anniversary celebration. This year we're also offering an optional three-day extension in which Rabbi Eckstein will teach the Bible at the locations where Biblical events occurred. Find out how you can be part of The Fellowship's 25th Anniversary Journey Home to Israel.
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25th Anniversary Alaska Cruise |
This year will also see a Fellowship first - our 25th Anniversary Alaska Cruise. On board the Holland America Line's luxury cruise ship the ms Westerdam, participants will experience some of the most beautiful country in God's creation as they engage in daily Bible study with Rabbi Eckstein that will help them better understand the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. Rabbi Eckstein will also share stories of the life-changing impact of Fellowship initiatives. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity for physical rejuvenation and spiritual refreshment. Find out more about the 25th Anniversary Alaska Cruise
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