The surprise attack on Israel by Hamas has left many worldwide reeling in unbelief, shock, sorrow, and pain over the lack of humanity terrorists have shown Israelis and for the tragic loss of life on both sides of the conflict. Thousands are dead, and even more are left wounded. Many people are missing. The terrorist group assailed Israel without regard for innocent citizens, raiding homes and taking hundreds hostage. From inside the war zone, many are witnessing unimaginable war crimes. Those left behind face the insurmountable task of picking up the pieces that are left, surviving themselves, and eventually rebuilding. If you feel led to help, please "pray for the peace of Jerusalem," but there is something else you can do right from where you sit. Click on any of the following organizations and ministries listed here. They are some of the people stationed on the ground to provide aid, and by clicking on the group's name, you find out how to join hands in the effort to help.
The fighting continues to break hearts and end lives. Above all else, let’s continue to pray for everyone affected by the conflict and that God would bring comfort to the people and peace to their nation.
IFCJ provides emergency aid needed now. A gift of only $25 can help them create a sanctuary and shelter for many in need.
They have begun a movement of prayer for peace and fundraising to support and supply help both now and in the aftermath of the war.
The Joshua Fund is a rapid response organization with various on-the-ground aid listed:
They hold a Global Prayer Gathering daily at 4:00 PM (Israel time). Join at http://on.icej.org/ICEJGlobalPrayer. They ask people worldwide to stand up for Israel by voicing support through the media, lobbying the government, or holding public rallies.
They also need donations to help with the emergency relief and evacuation efforts. Besides the shaken residents of the Israeli border communities, there are many new Jewish immigrants living in absorption centers in the western Negev who we are helping to move to safer parts of the country.
ICEJ staff will continue distributing food, clothing, and other relief aid to Israeli civilians and soldiers. In addition, we are rushing to place more life-saving bomb shelters in the Israeli towns and villages close to Gaza.
Message from ACLJ: “We’re mobilizing our office in Jerusalem to defend Israel’s interests on a global scale. We’re about to send critical legal letters to President Biden, key congressional leaders, and the U.N. Secretary-General calling for urgent action to defend Israel. And we’re sending a vital letter of support to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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This list will likely expand. Bookmark this article and prepare to reference it frequently in the coming days.
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