FACTS

• Israel is often called the Holy Land and is significant for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
• The modern State of Israel was established in 1948, restoring Jewish national sovereignty after nearly 2,000 years.
• Geography: Israel is about 290 miles long and about 85 miles wide at its widest point, with varied landscapes including desert, mountains, coastline, and valleys.
• Population: Israel’s total population is over 9.8 million. Approximately 73% identify as Jewish, 18% as Muslim, about 1.9% as Christian, 1.5% Druze, and the rest other or no religion.
• Christian population: Around 180,000–185,000 Christians live in Israel, making up about 1.8%–1.9% of the population. The majority are Arab Christians (roughly 78–79% of Christians).
• Official languages are Hebrew and Arabic; many other languages are spoken in immigrant and minority communities.
• Capital: Jerusalem is Israel’s capital and a central city for religious history and pilgrimage.

WHY WE GO 

“I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you” genesis 12:3

Israel and the surrounding region have lived with conflict for generations. This ongoing tension affects everyday life and has created deep emotional, social, and spiritual needs among the people.

The Christian community in Israel is small and incredibly diverse. It includes Arab Christians, immigrant believers, and followers of Christ from many cultures and church traditions. This diversity brings beauty and richness to the faith—but it can also lead to division. Differences in language, ethnicity, history, and theology often make unity difficult.

At the same time, there is a real longing among believers for greater unity and cooperation, even though old wounds and divisions still exist.

Local churches and ministries serve faithfully in a very complex religious and political environment. They often face challenges such as limited resources, cultural misunderstandings, and the emotional weight of ministering in a land shaped by ongoing conflict.

Prayer is deeply needed—for unity among believers that goes beyond past divisions, for reconciliation between communities, and for peace and stability in the region.

Mission teams come alongside local believers to encourage and support them. Through partnership with churches, building genuine relationships, caring for vulnerable populations, and committing to intercessory prayer, teams help strengthen both the spiritual and social fabric of the community.