Four Killed in Toulouse Shooting
A gunman opened fire as children were arriving at a Jewish school in Toulouse, France, killing the rabbi, two of his children, and the headmaster's daughter. The killer fled on his motor scooter and hid out in a house for 30 hours before being killed in a shootout with police. The victims' bodies were flown to Israel for burial, and French schools observed a moment of silence. (Ynet)
Please pray for the families of these victims, especially the rabbi's widow, who lost her husband and two of her children.
Toulouse Not Safe for Jews
Some in the Jewish community in Toulouse, numbering about 25000, have felt uncomfortable wearing the kippah (yarmulke) or speaking openly about politics or Israel. The influx of Arab and Muslim immigrants to France has heightened these fears. In the past, Jewish schools used to recruit students, but now parents are actively enrolling their kids there because they do not feel safe studying in the public schools. (Jerusalem Post)
Please pray for protection for the Jewish communities in Toulouse and in France as a whole.
IDF Prepares For Future War
The Israel Defense Forces' (IDF) Home Front Command plans to finalize the establishment of two new search and rescue battalions by the end of next year in order to provide rapid response capability in the event of a war. These units would dramatically improve the IDF's ability to assist the civilian population. (Jerusalem Post)
Please pray for the IDF's capabilities to protect Israel's borders and civilians.
Bill Bans Use of Underweight Models in Advertising
The Knesset (Israeli government) recently passed a law banning the use of underweight models in advertising. The "Photoshop Law" also requires that any ad agency that digitally alters photos to make models look thinner must announce this fact on the advertisement. This bill is part of an effort to change the idealized perceptions of beauty that contribute to the development of eating disorders. Over 1,500 children and teenagers are diagnosed with eating disorders every year in Israel. (Haaretz)
Please pray for these children and teenagers who struggle with their self-image and with eating disorders.
Iran, Israel Loves You
Two graphic designers in Tel Aviv have started a social networking campaign by sending the people of Iran a simple message, "Iranians, we love you. We will never bomb your country." In reply, the Al-Jazeera media network put aside its notorious criticism of the Jewish state and published a piece about the campaign, under the headline "Israel hearts Iran." Iranian media outlets, which are closely monitored and possibly regulated by the country's regime, did not mention the campaign. Iranian expatriates welcomed the initiative with open arms. One said, "We love you, Israeli people. The Iranian people do not like any war with any country." (Ynet)
Please pray for peace between these two countries.
IDF Readies Itself for Global March to Jerusalem
The Israel Defense Forces are preparing for a possible storming of the country's borders as protestors from Arab states and Palestinian territories plan to march towards Jerusalem. Israeli troops aim to prevent violation of the country’s sovereignty with minimum harm to the protesters. Last year, a similar march took Israel by surprise as quite a few protestors crossed Israel's border and were met with resistance from the IDF. (Ynet)
Please pray for this march to be peaceful and without incident.
Passover is Right Around the Corner
Passover is a much-loved religious and national holiday commemorating the Lord's redemption of the Israelites as they left Egypt after 400 years of slavery to come to the Promised Land. This year, the first of the eight nights of Passover falls on Friday, April 6. Israelis are currently preparing their homes for the season with a thorough spring cleaning and the markets are full of shoppers buying food for their big family seders.
Jewish believers in Jesus view Passover as the foreshadowing of the Lamb of God, Who willingly sacrificed His life for ours, giving us eternal redemption. All over Israel, kosher for Passover products appear (like the week's supply of matzo) and products that are not kosher for Passover are hidden – in stores, covers are draped over the cookie, bread and cake aisles!
Passover is a wonderful time to share about the Messiah Jesus and His redemption. Please pray for opportunities to share the Good News.
Chosen People Ministries Staff Prepares for Passover
Throughout Israel, Chosen People Ministries workers are leading and participating in Passover seders. Some will lead outreach seders that are open to the public, and others will attend more intimate gatherings with family and friends. Passover is a special time of the year to gather around the table and talk about the redemption in Egypt and the sacrifice that was provided. It speaks so poignantly of Jesus!
Please pray for open doors for Chosen People Ministries' workers in Israel to share about Messiah with Holocaust survivors, single mothers, children, soldiers, and friends.
Canadian Tour Group Has Returned Safely from Israel
Our Canadian Director, Jorge Sedaca, cohosted a group of Canadians in the Land of Israel last month. They returned home safely and exhausted, but praising God for this wonderful experience. You can read Jorge's blog reports written during their trip here.
Thank you for your prayers and please continue to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
A gunman opened fire as children were arriving at a Jewish school in Toulouse, France, killing the rabbi, two of his children, and the headmaster's daughter. The killer fled on his motor scooter and hid out in a house for 30 hours before being killed in a shootout with police. The victims' bodies were flown to Israel for burial, and French schools observed a moment of silence. (Ynet)
Please pray for the families of these victims, especially the rabbi's widow, who lost her husband and two of her children.
Toulouse Not Safe for Jews
Some in the Jewish community in Toulouse, numbering about 25000, have felt uncomfortable wearing the kippah (yarmulke) or speaking openly about politics or Israel. The influx of Arab and Muslim immigrants to France has heightened these fears. In the past, Jewish schools used to recruit students, but now parents are actively enrolling their kids there because they do not feel safe studying in the public schools. (Jerusalem Post)
Please pray for protection for the Jewish communities in Toulouse and in France as a whole.
IDF Prepares For Future War
The Israel Defense Forces' (IDF) Home Front Command plans to finalize the establishment of two new search and rescue battalions by the end of next year in order to provide rapid response capability in the event of a war. These units would dramatically improve the IDF's ability to assist the civilian population. (Jerusalem Post)
Please pray for the IDF's capabilities to protect Israel's borders and civilians.
Bill Bans Use of Underweight Models in Advertising
The Knesset (Israeli government) recently passed a law banning the use of underweight models in advertising. The "Photoshop Law" also requires that any ad agency that digitally alters photos to make models look thinner must announce this fact on the advertisement. This bill is part of an effort to change the idealized perceptions of beauty that contribute to the development of eating disorders. Over 1,500 children and teenagers are diagnosed with eating disorders every year in Israel. (Haaretz)
Please pray for these children and teenagers who struggle with their self-image and with eating disorders.
Iran, Israel Loves You
Two graphic designers in Tel Aviv have started a social networking campaign by sending the people of Iran a simple message, "Iranians, we love you. We will never bomb your country." In reply, the Al-Jazeera media network put aside its notorious criticism of the Jewish state and published a piece about the campaign, under the headline "Israel hearts Iran." Iranian media outlets, which are closely monitored and possibly regulated by the country's regime, did not mention the campaign. Iranian expatriates welcomed the initiative with open arms. One said, "We love you, Israeli people. The Iranian people do not like any war with any country." (Ynet)
Please pray for peace between these two countries.
IDF Readies Itself for Global March to Jerusalem
The Israel Defense Forces are preparing for a possible storming of the country's borders as protestors from Arab states and Palestinian territories plan to march towards Jerusalem. Israeli troops aim to prevent violation of the country’s sovereignty with minimum harm to the protesters. Last year, a similar march took Israel by surprise as quite a few protestors crossed Israel's border and were met with resistance from the IDF. (Ynet)
Please pray for this march to be peaceful and without incident.
Passover is Right Around the Corner
Passover is a much-loved religious and national holiday commemorating the Lord's redemption of the Israelites as they left Egypt after 400 years of slavery to come to the Promised Land. This year, the first of the eight nights of Passover falls on Friday, April 6. Israelis are currently preparing their homes for the season with a thorough spring cleaning and the markets are full of shoppers buying food for their big family seders.
Jewish believers in Jesus view Passover as the foreshadowing of the Lamb of God, Who willingly sacrificed His life for ours, giving us eternal redemption. All over Israel, kosher for Passover products appear (like the week's supply of matzo) and products that are not kosher for Passover are hidden – in stores, covers are draped over the cookie, bread and cake aisles!
Passover is a wonderful time to share about the Messiah Jesus and His redemption. Please pray for opportunities to share the Good News.
Chosen People Ministries Staff Prepares for Passover
Throughout Israel, Chosen People Ministries workers are leading and participating in Passover seders. Some will lead outreach seders that are open to the public, and others will attend more intimate gatherings with family and friends. Passover is a special time of the year to gather around the table and talk about the redemption in Egypt and the sacrifice that was provided. It speaks so poignantly of Jesus!
Please pray for open doors for Chosen People Ministries' workers in Israel to share about Messiah with Holocaust survivors, single mothers, children, soldiers, and friends.
Canadian Tour Group Has Returned Safely from Israel
Our Canadian Director, Jorge Sedaca, cohosted a group of Canadians in the Land of Israel last month. They returned home safely and exhausted, but praising God for this wonderful experience. You can read Jorge's blog reports written during their trip here.
Thank you for your prayers and please continue to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
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