A new nationwide coalition of Christian and Jewish organizations has been launched to strengthen advocacy for Israel and fight antisemitism at a time of mounting challenges. The American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI) Partnership Network, spearheaded by the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ) USA, brings together influential partners across the United States with the aim of shaping public discourse, coordinating joint campaigns, and mobilizing tens of millions of Americans in defense of the Jewish state.
The initiative unites a wide array of organizations, including the National Religious Broadcasters, Israel Christian Nexus, CURE Clergy Network, National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, National Association of Christian Lawmakers, Asian Action Network, National Hispanic Pastors Alliance, and the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM). Collectively, these groups represent a powerful cross-section of American Christianity alongside Jewish partners, cutting across denominational, ethnic, and regional lines.
Dr. Susan Michael, President of ICEJ USA and Director of ACLI, welcomed the coalition’s launch as a significant milestone in Christian–Jewish cooperation. “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Partner Networks for their commitment to mobilizing their communities in support of ACLI initiatives,” she said. “This coalition unites tens of thousands of pastors, lawmakers, and communicators from every state, ethnicity, and denominational background. Together, our reach and influence are unprecedented.”
Michael emphasized that Israel’s supporters must work together with urgency. “As Israel faces a chorus of domestic and international attacks, ACLI and our Partner Networks can respond together as one, standing firm in defense of truth and justice,” she noted.
Among the founding partners, the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) welcomed the new alliance, describing it as a vital step in deepening ties between Christian and Jewish communities. CAM CEO Sacha Roytman Dratwa praised Michael’s leadership and highlighted the importance of the partnership in the current climate.
“At a time when moral clarity and interfaith unity are urgently needed, CAM is honored to stand shoulder to shoulder with Christian partners in support of Israel,” Roytman Dratwa said. “This initiative not only tells the truth about Israel but also builds deeper bonds between the Christian and Jewish communities in the United States.”
The formation of the ACLI Partnership Network comes amid rising global antisemitism and intensifying criticism of Israel on the world stage. Organizers expect the coalition to serve as a platform for coordinated national campaigns, grassroots mobilization, and engagement with policymakers. The goal is to ensure that pro-Israel voices remain strong and influential in shaping both public opinion and political debate in the United States.
ICEJ, long recognized for fostering Christian support for Israel, views ACLI as a natural extension of its mission. By combining the mobilization strength of leading Christian organizations with the advocacy expertise of partners such as CAM, the network seeks to deliver a united and compelling message at a time when Israel’s friends are called upon to be more visible and vocal than ever.
As the ACLI Partnership Network begins its work, leaders believe the alliance will serve as a powerful engine for solidarity, advocacy, and truth. “This is about ensuring that truth and justice prevail in the global conversation about Israel,” Roytman Dratwa said. “And it’s about standing together—Christians and Jews—as allies and friends, united by shared values and a commitment to Israel’s security and flourishing.”
The launch of this partnership marks a new chapter in faith-based advocacy for Israel, one that organizers hope will resonate far beyond church pulpits and community forums, shaping national conversations and strengthening bonds between Christians and Jews for years to come.