Israel and christianity

Christian Zionists ignore reality of West Bank living, Palestinian Christian leaders say

Palestinian Christian leaders told CNN that US Christian Zionists ignore their experiences and fund West Bank settlements, while Mike Huckabee defended evangelical support for Israel.

Members of the clergy take part in the yearly Christmas procession led by Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem outside the Church of the Nativityon December 24, 2025 in Bethlehem, West Bank.
PASAGES STUDENTS attend a rally in Washington to show their support for Israel

Why 800 million Evangelical Christians stand with Israel in an age of rising antisemitism - opinion

(FROM L): RABBI Yakov Nagen; Rafi Nahra, patriarchal vicar for Israel, based in Nazareth; and Rabbi Sarel Rosenblatt at the Vatican.

For Zion’s sake: An emerging Catholic voice for Israel - opinion

Participants attend the annual Israel Day Parade, Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Faith, friendship, and the future of Israel advocacy - opinion


Israel appoints new envoy to Christian world after Lebanese Jesus statue, Pizzaballa controversies

The new appointment, George Deek, had previously been Israel's ambassador to Azerbaijan. He was also, the Foreign Ministry noted, Israel's first Christian ambassador in history.

FOREIGN MINISTER Gideon Sa'ar and new envoy to Christian world George Deek.

A Shared Calling: Partnering Across Faiths to Support Israel

Yael Eckstein, Global CEO of the IFCJ, reflects on the growing partnership with U.S. evangelicals and the impact it’s having on Israel’s most vulnerable

IFCJ volunteers pack medical supply kits to be distributed in Syria

Tucker Carlson: The GOAT of replacement theology - opinion

Tucker Carlson is not only the latest mouthpiece for Replacement Theology, but when it comes to “cursing Israel,” he is perhaps the most dangerous of all time.

 Senator Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson on the Tucker Carlson show, June 19, 2025.

Christians must counteract antisemitism with acts of solidarity - opinion

As the new semester begins, college campuses brace for a repeat of last year's disruptions. With student groups planning October 7 events, antisemitism remains a pressing issue.

 Rivka Kidron, Yarden Gonen, Michael Levy, and students in front of the US Capitol.

80 years since deportation of Hungarian Jews: 'We stood by and didn't do enough'

One Hungarian politician, a resident of Paks, discussed the importance of the parade for recognition of the Jewish community, both past and present.

 Residents of Paks, Hungary reflect on the community's lack of action during Jewish deportation in WWII.

Thousands celebrate the Holy Fire at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

Devotees filled the church on Saturday to witness the sacred flames that hold deep significance in Christian belief.

An Orthodox Christian worshipper attends the Holy Fire ceremony at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem's Old City, May 4, 2024.

IFCJ program supports elderly Holocaust survivors in Israel

The program is committed to providing holocaust survivors with food every week for the rest of their lives. Additionally, it enables survivors to engage in various social and practical services. 

 Tamar Yifrach, a 'With Dignity and Fellowship' beneficiary from the city of Netivot is visited by Yael Eckstein.

Faith-based diplomacy: Are Christians Israel’s diplomatic Iron Dome? - comment

While Israel continues to receive threats from terrorists and protesters, Christian Zionists continue to show up for Israel.

 Christian legislators sign resolution condemning Iran on March 5, 2024

In Jerusalem, Catholics commemorate when Jesus was crowned with thorns

According to Christian tradition, Jesus was crowned with thorns on the day of his crucifixion. The thorns were meant to mock him for claiming to be the "king of the Jews."

 Feast of Thorns ceremony in Jerusalem.

Young Evangelical support for Israel plummets

Researcher warns: Wake up

Evangelical Christians visit Israel on Passages - June 2021