BUILDING SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL FROM COAST TO COAST MARCH-APRIL 2013 CUFI WASHINGTON SUMMIT 2013 SPEAKERS Pastor John C. Hagee CUFI Executive Board Gary Bauer CUFI Executive Board Glenn Beck House Majority Leader Eric Cantor Pastor Jay Bailey Congresswoman Michele Bachmann Sgt. Benjamin Anthony Pastor George Morrison CUFI Executive Board Jordan Sekulow Pastor Victor Styrsky Erick Stakelbeck Dr. Kenneth Stein Pastor Scott Thomas Pastor Cheryl Morrison Cliff May Clare M. Lopez Michael Little CUFI Executive Board Pastor Steven Khoury Colonel Richard Kemp Malcolm Hoenlein Pastor Mac Hammond CUFI Executive Board Elliot Chodoff Pastor Happy Caldwell CUFI Executive Board Bishop Keith A. Butler CUFI Executive Board Rev. Billye Brim David Brog CUFI Executive Board Senator Ted Cruz Pastor Lynne Hammond Lela Gilbert Frank Gaffney SEE BACK PANEL TO REGISTER!
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CUFI WASHINGTON SUMMIT 2013 SPEAKERS
Pastor John C. HageeCUFI Executive Board
Gary Bauer CUFI Executive Board
Glenn Beck
House Majority LeaderEric Cantor
Pastor Jay BaileyCongresswoman Michele Bachmann
Sgt. Benjamin Anthony
Pastor George Morrison CUFI Executive Board
Jordan Sekulow Pastor Victor StyrskyErick Stakelbeck Dr. Kenneth Stein Pastor Scott ThomasPastor Cheryl Morrison
Cliff MayClare M. LopezMichael Little CUFI Executive Board
Pastor Steven KhouryColonel Richard KempMalcolm HoenleinPastor Mac Hammond CUFI Executive Board
March 3, 2013 Night to Honor Israel Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX
The 4th annual Night to Honor Israel in Lubbock, Texas was blessed to have internationally renowned historian David Barton as the keynote speaker. Mr. Barton highlighted the
profound relationships that our Founding Fathers had with the Jewish community during the early days of the Revolution and the Republic. He showed how our nation was divinely blessed because of the godly attitudes of our leaders toward the Jews. Of course, the message was that if we continue to stray from those founding principles, we will no longer merit the protection and blessing of God. The untiring perseverance of Helen Burke and Pastor and Mrs. Jackie White and their NTHI volunteer committee must be noted. Anyone involved in putting on a NTHI realizes the time, sacrifice and multiple hours and days required to do a top-notch job. Lubbock has done it over and over again with different formats and locations and has never missed a beat. God is faithful and he will bless the city, people and churches of Lubbock as they have honored Him.
March 3, 2013 Daughters for Zion Luncheon Mather, CA
Over 80 leaders and members of Daughters for Zion gathered for the first annual DFZ Prayer Luncheon. The event, coordinated and hosted by DFZ Northern California Director,
Pastor Corrine Cardoza, drew members from throughout the northern region of the Golden State to connect and fellowship together. The meeting included a presentation by CUFI Western Regional Coordinator Randy Neal on CUFI’s growth, focus and praise reports. The meeting far exceeded everyone’s hopes and expectations, and will undoubtedly inspire Daughters for Zion leaders across the U.S. to endeavor to do similar events.
March 5, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Clinton, MS
Mississippi College in Clinton, MS was the site of a Standing With Israel event hosted by the energetic and dynamic Jonathan Graves, leader of the CUFI on Campus chapter. Following the
meeting he expressed these summary thoughts to Col. John Somerville. “Thank you for all that you do for CUFI and the Lord Jesus Christ! I imagine that it must be a wonderful opportunity to travel the USA and speak up on behalf of the Jewish people and the state of Israel. CUFI at Mississippi College is growing and we hope to make the best impact on campus possible! There truly is great potential in just one activist won to advocating for Israel. I also look forward to seeing you and all the other lovers of Israel at the CUFI Washington DC Summit coming up in July!”
March 6, 2013CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner University of Georgia in Athens, GA
The CUFI on Campus chapter at University of Georgia sponsored a well-attended Leadership Dinner. The event was specifically geared towards political & Christian student
organizations on campus. Students networked over dinner and listened to a presentation by CUFI on Campus Eastern Region Organizer, David Walker.
March 6, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Virginia Beach, VA
Kempsville Baptist Church in Virginia Beach hosted a CUFI Standing With Israel event with guest speaker, CUFI Eastern Regional Coordinator, Pastor/Author Victor Styrsky. The
storm and 50 mph winds knocked out the power in the church but could not stop the passion of the nearly 250 congregants who came for the full dinner and pro-Israel message.
March 6, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Vicksburg, MS
Dr. Matt Buckles of First Baptist Church in Vicksburg, Mississippi did a fantastic job hosting this meeting of the pastors. He was effusive in his praise of CUFI and its purposes of educating the
church and taking that message to our elected officials. He also credited two of his congregants, Mr. and Mrs. Freddy Abraham CUFI MS State Directors who helped him open his eyes, mind and heart to the importance of blessing Israel and the Jewish people.
March 6, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Vicksburg, MS
Dr. Matt Buckles of First Baptist Church in Vicksburg, Mississippi introduced John Somerville, CUFI Central Region Coordinator, to the assembled audience for a Standing With
Israel meeting. The pastor credited two of his congregants, Mr. and Mrs. Freddy Abraham, CUFI MS State Directors of helping to open his eyes, mind and heart to the importance of blessing Israel and the Jewish people.
March 6, 2013 CUFI at Christian Broadcasting Network
The Christian Broadcasting Network invited CUFI Eastern Regional Coordinator, Pastor/Author Victor Styrsky, to address their entire staff of over 150 people. CBN President and CUFI
Executive Board member, Michael Little, introduced Pastor Styrsky whose pro-Israel message was well received and used to promote the upcoming 2nd Annual Hampton Roads Night to Honor Israel.
March 7, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Marina del Rey, CA
Nearly a hundred pastors gathered for a generously donated luncheon cruise in Marina del Rey, California. The meeting presented CUFI to dozens of pastors not previously
connected to the organization, and included an in depth briefing by Israel’s Consulate General to the Southwest, David Seigel. The group was invited to the 2nd annual Los Angeles Night To Honor Israel, CUFI Washington Summit, and to help recruit candidates for CUFI’s upcoming Pastor’s Trip to Israel in December 2013.
March 7, 2013 CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner University of Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV
CUFI on Campus at UNLV is fired-up! The leadership dinner hosted on campus turned out very well. It was specifically designed to reach out to the Christian College Ministries on
campus. Students were served dinner and listened to a heartfelt presentation by CUFI on Campus Field Organizer, David Walker. The successful event lead into a great group discussion after the event. As a result, we recruited several people who were interested in our organization and are planning to co-sponsor events with college ministries next semester.
March 7, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Meridian, MS
Meridian, Mississippi: the birthplace of the great Jimmie Rodgers was the site for a gathering of ministry leaders in the central part of the Magnolia state. Long-time, faithful CUFI
leader Bo Edlin (seated in the center of the second row) has been instrumental in setting up so many CUFI events on the eastern side of the state and it was a pleasant surprise to have him attend this event. Col. Somerville briefed the group on CUFI Action Fund’s recent lobbying of our Senators in DC on an appointment which appeared to be detrimental to the US-Israel relationship. Much discussion ensued about the historic role of the church speaking out about political issues and how CUFI relates. March 7, 2013 CUFI Español Standing With Israel Event National City, CA
An impressive group of dancers surrounding the Israeli flag marked the beginning to an amazing event in National City at Lo Mejor del Trigo. Pastor William Galdamez Senior Pastor
of Lo major del Trigo told the enthusiastic crowd “This is the time to stand as Latinos to defend the sovereignty of the State of Israel.” Pastor Carlos Ortiz National Hispanic Coordinator was the keynote speaker and Pastor Jose Aquino Hispanic State Director for California was the guest speaker.
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March 9, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting National City, CA
An overwhelmed attendance of Pastors and leaders from National City, Escondido, San Marcos and San Diego, CA attended our first Hispanic Pastors Breakfast in this area.
Pastor William Galdamez, San Diego Hispanic City Director, organized and hosted the event. Pastor Carlos Ortiz National Hispanic Coordinator was the keynote speaker.
March 10, 2013 CUFI Español Standing With Israel Event Los Angeles, CA
Over 50 people participated in the Standing with Israel event hosted by Cristo Vive Los Angeles. Pastor Jose Aquino organized the event in which Deo Consul Uri Resnick was the
guest speaker. Mr. Resnick commented, “Events like this leave me speechless. Thank you for all your love towards Israel and the Jewish people.” Pastor Carlos Ortiz, National Hispanic Coordinator, was the keynote speaker.
March 13, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Maricopa, AZ
A Stand With Israel event was held at the World Outreach Bible Training Center. Pastors David and Lisa Anderson, seen in the foreground, hosted the first CUFI meeting in Maricopa.
The topic of the presentation by Col. John Somerville dealt with the future of our nation being set by the US either blessing or cursing God’s land. Local Maricopa church members were joined by out-of-towners from Minnesota, California and Ohio who had received CUFI emails promoting the meeting.
March 14, 2013 Conservative Political Action Conference National Harbor, MD
The CPAC conference is a hotspot for CUFI! Although CUFI didn’t have any speaking sessions this year, we were able to make connections with many supportive attendees. This year,
we were proud to be the only pro-Israel organization at CPAC. This speaks directly to the significance of CUFI and CUFI on Campus becoming synopsis with conservatives who support Israel. Many delegates Jewish and Christian - stopped by to personally thank us for the good work we’re doing in rallying people to stand with Israel.
March 16, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Joliet, IL
On a cold and blustery Saturday morning, more than 60 pastors and ministry leaders drove to the Holiday Inn in Joliet, Illinois for the first CUFI event in that storied city. The event was
organized by the Reverends Wesley and Esther
Shaw, who are seated in the foreground. Reverend Shaw is a Board member of Pastor John King’s annual summer tent meeting crusade in Joliet. This introductory meeting was the first that many of these pastors had the opportunity to learn what CUFI is all about.
March 16, 2013 Standing With Israel Event San Antonio, TX
Rev. Otis Mitchell, senior pastor of the Mt. Zion First Baptist Church and his associate assistant, Rev. Shaun Clark co-lead a very significant and rewarding pro-Israel event in
the greater San Antonio, Texas area. Mt. Zion First Baptist Church is a very prominent and historical African-American church that uniquely holds a non-traditional “Shalom & Agape” Fellowship Service every Saturday evening. Over 75 people attended the event, including some from the Jewish community. All learned the unique and unprecedented relationship between Israel and the African-American community as well as the very prosperous and promising partnering ahead. The audience was very proud and appreciative of Pastor John Hagee’s incredible leadership and representation in the San Antonio area regarding Christian Zionism.
March 17, 2013 Night To Honor Israel Rochester, NY
The doors opened an hour early for the 7th Annual Greater Rochester, New York Night To Honor Israel and people began to pour in. Rabbi Kilimnick of Congregation Beth Sholom
brought a moving invocation noting, “the CUFI Night To Honor Israel was now on the local Jewish calendar as a holy day.” Pastor Ron Domina, Senior Pastor of Bethel Christian Fellowship and Regional Director of CUFI was a most gracious host as always while Wild Branches and Friends, including over 40 singers and musicians from Bethel, provided the music for the evening. Rachel Henderson, Secretary and Treasurer of CUFI on Campus at Roberts Wesleyan College, brought a passionate message along with almost 100 students from the CUFI on Campus chapter. Keynote speaker Erick Stackelbeck started his powerful message proclaiming, “I come prepared to warn you about Jihad and radical Islam tonight - and I end up dancing with the rabbis? Only at CUFI!”
March 19, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Arnold, MO
Pastor Richard Wallace and the ministry leaders of Shiloh World Outreach Center located in Arnold, Missouri hosted a very successful CUFI Standing With Israel event. Approximately 40
guests were welcomed as they attentively learned the basics of why the church should stand with the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. Everyone expressed an extreme appreciation for the biblical mandate given by CUFI African-American Outreach Coordinator, Dr. Pastor Michael A. Stevens.
March 21, 2013 CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel University of Texas of the Permian Basin in Odessa, TX
The University of Texas of the Permian Basin is one of the strongest CUFI on Campus chapters in Texas. Equipped with great leadership, the fairly new chapter is poised to make a
huge impact on campus. The Standing With Israel event went extremely well and included faculty, staff and students from the chapter as well as students who were attending a CUFI on Campus event for the first time. The chapter’s E-board is very excited and is planning to host more events in the future. March 21, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Colorado Springs, CO
This CUFI Pastors’ Luncheon might have been the best event conducted yet by Pastor Michael Stevens and the African-American Outreach Department. Several factors
made the Colorado Springs pro-Israel event successful including the cultural diversity of attendees and relevance of content given during presentation. Host ministry leaders, Rex and Vickie Tonkins worked extremely diligently to corral several prominent ministry leaders in the Colorado Springs area as well as representatives from the office of Congressman Doug Lamborn.
March 21, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Tucson, AZ
Over 50 Hispanic Israel supporters in Tucson, AZ participated in their first CUFI Español Standing with Israel of the year. The event had a great dancing group as well as festive
decorations. Pastor Carlos Ortiz, CUFI Hispanic Outreach Coordinator, was the keynote speaker.
March 23, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Tucson, AZ
Twenty pastors and leaders from the Tucson area attended the 2013 Hispanic Pastors Lunch event hosted by Pastor Alfonso Venalonzo, Hispanic City Director for Houston.
Pastor Jose Aquino, California Hispanic State Director, was the guest speaker and CUFI’s Hispanic Outreach Coordinator, Pastor Carlos Ortiz, served as the keynote speaker.
March 24, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Tucson, AZ
Over 100 congregants celebrated the CUFI Español Standing With Israel at Iglesia de Dios in Tucson, AZ. The event had a lively dancing show and great music. Pastor Tirso
Rubin, President of the Hispanic Pastors Association was the guest speaker and Pastor Carlos Ortiz was the keynote speaker.
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March 24, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Victoria, TX
Life Impact Church in Victoria, Texas recently hosted a Stand With Israel meeting under Pastors Ray and Janice Vargas. It was a blessing to see such committed supporters of CUFI
encouraging everyone to pray fervently for the Jewish people. The overflowing crowd was inspired to take action and partner with Christians United For Israel as we defend the beautiful nation of Israel.
March 26, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Oak Lawn, IL
Pastor Andre Fluker and the All Nations Church of God in Christ in Chicago, IL were very beneficial in ensuring a great Pastors’ luncheon meeting and maximized audience. Pastor
Fluker, a recent COGIC Familiarization Trip to Israel participant (January 2013) had eagerly awaited the opportunity to host his first CUFI event. The event began with an opening prayer and introduction of the guest speaker by Pastor Fluker. Afterwards, Pastor Michael Stevens gave a very inspiring speech on the importance of praying and standing with the State of Israel. A very thorough Power Point presentation accompanied the lecture that reinforced the main talking points. Approximately 40 attendees enjoyed the luncheon followed by Q & A.
March 27, 2013 Standing With Israel EventAmarillo, TX
The Tascosa Road Fellowship in Amarillo, Texas gathered a terrific crowd for a Standing With Israel meeting. Pastors Jay and Helen Roberson are the pastoral couple who hosted the
event at the wonderful church they started in 1990. Col. John Somerville examined what role God plays in the selection of US presidents and their relationship to Abraham’s descendants. A great example was President Lyndon B. Johnson; who was credited with rescuing almost 500 Jews out of Hitler’s grasp during the late 1930s when he was a junior Congressman. His entire career exemplified how God blesses those who bless the Jewish people. For more details about this amazing story; attend the next Standing With Israel event in the nearest Texas city.
March 27, 2013 Standing With Israel Event New Haven, CT
This was one of the most educational and informative CUFI Standing With Israel meetings to date for Pastor Mike Stevens. Attendees learned of several compelling reasons the
church should stand with Israel—namely in the African-American church. Graduate students from the neighboring Yale University were seeking an opportunity to learn more about the unique and underappreciated relationship between both blacks and Jews. Pastor Barry Fraser of the Macedonia Church of God in Christ demonstrated
a loving hospitality to all that attended from throughout the state of Connecticut. March 28, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Savannah, GA
CUFI held an extremely successful celebration service during this Pastors and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon event in Savannah. Pastor Larry Murray, a recent Familiarization Trip
Israel participant (December 2012) was dedicated and most committed to ensuring maximum attendance and success. Pastor Murray, his wife, and volunteer team were very hospitable and supportive of the event. Pastor Stevens gave an electrifying speech on the importance of praying and standing with the State of Israel. A very thorough Power Point presentation reinforced visually the main talking points. Several key ministry relationships were made with guest pastors resulting in additional invitations to return to Savannah for future events.
March 28, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Douglasville, GA
The CUFI Standing With Israel meeting in Douglasville, was a phenomenal event hosted by Pastor Willie Mays, a recent Israel Familiarization Trip participant (January 2013).
Pastor Mays and No Limits Church of Douglasville, GA displayed great leadership and influence in ensuring maximum attendance and success. Pastor Michael Stevens, CUFI African-American Outreach Coordinator, gave a very informative speech on the importance of praying and standing with the State of Israel. Several key ministry relationships were established with the guest pastors resulting in additional invitations to return to the Atlanta area for future events.
March 28, 2013 CUFI on Campus with Irving Roth University of Georgia in Athens, GA
CUFI on Campus at UGA is one of newest chapters in the eastern region. However, looking at their organization skills & passion for Israel you wouldn’t know it. This chapter has some
of the most impressive leadership of any CUFI chapter. Due to the chapter’s hard work, the university recognized the event with Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth as a blue card event. This special recognition gives students university credit for attending educational events on campus. As a result, the event nearly packed-out the room and drew many new students who now are inserted in learning more and being a part of CUFI on Campus.
April 2, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Georgetown, DE
In preparation for Delaware’s 2nd Annual Night to Honor Israel, Georgetown City Director and Senior Pastor Rick Betts of the 1,400 member Cross Road Church hosted a CUFI Pastor/
Leadership Breakfast and Middle East Briefing in
the beautiful Cross Road Fellowship Hall. Members of the church showed up at 4:30 in the morning to prepare the gourmet breakfast for pastors and community leaders from throughout the area. Pastor Victor Styrsky brought an urgent message regarding the Jewish people and similarities between the late 1930s and the time we are now living.
April 2, 2013 CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel University of California in Berkeley, CA
CUFI on Campus chapter at UC Berkeley hosted an event with the Berkeley House of Prayer where students from the praying community at the university were encouraged to come and learn
about why Christians should support Israel. The powerful night of fellowship began with the young man who was leading the meeting giving his testimony about how God had touched his heart and changed him from believing in the doctrine of Replacement Theology to believing that God still had a plan for the Jewish people. CUFI Campus Field Organizer John Winchester then preached a sermon on the importance of praying for the peace of Jerusalem according to Isaiah 62.
April 3, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Oakhurst, CA
John Somerville is pictured with Rotary President Doug McCauley standing in front of the Rotary Club Banner of one of the oldest established clubs in the state. The meeting was
addressed by Col. Somerville on the topic of “Is the future of Israel dependent on the United States, or is it the other way around?” The Rotarians were extremely interested in the unique mission of CUFI and the concept of Christian churches becoming more active in American politics. Most were under the impression that the church did not want to become involved in speaking out on what appeared to be political issues and much discussion was forthcoming and supportive of Americans speaking out of their core beliefs and faith.
April 3, 2013 CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner University of Central Florida in Tampa, FLUniversity of Central Florida is ripe for a CUFI on Campus chapter. With an active Hillel & AIPAC cadre, the only missing element is CUFI on Campus. The leadership meeting at UCF was comprised of the Jewish and Christian communities on campus. Together, they listened to an enlightened presentation about CUFI on Campus. Those in attendance learned about the uniqueness of the organization and the many opportunities availed for Christian students. Several students were interested and the work to start a chapter on UCF’s campus is underway.
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April 4, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Wilmington, DE
Rabbi Steve Saks of the Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Synagogue, along with Christians United for Israel hosted the kosher luncheon for the Christian and Jewish community leaders in
Wilmington, DE. The gathering was in preparation for the 2nd Annual Georgetown, DE Night to Honor Israel being held at the Cross Road Church and the 2013 - 8th Annual CUFI Washington Summit.
April 4, 2013 CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL
The courageous students of Florida Atlantic University & pro-Israel community embraced the concept of CUFI with open arms! Before anyone from CUFI had a chance to visit this campus, a
chapter was already in preparation. This campus is a hotbed for frequent and blatant anti-Semitism, and thus pro-Israel students were eager to get the ball rolling. The leadership meeting lasted well over 2 hours as listeners actively participated in the presentation/discussion on CUFI. They strategized how not only to connect with the campus but also the surrounding Christian community with the pro-Israel message.
April 5, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Newark, DE
Senior Pastor Bill Schlonecker of the Bible Fellowship Church hosted the CUFI Pastor/Leaders’ Luncheon and Middle East Briefing for a large number of the pastors and leaders in the
Newark community. This gathering was in preparation for the upcoming 2nd Annual Georgetown, DE Night to Honor Israel and the 2013 8th Annual CUFI Washington Summit.
April 6, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Lubbock, TX
Over 50 Pastors and leaders from Lubbock, TX participated in the Hispanic Pastors Breakfast hosted by Iglesia de los Bendecidos. Pastor Johnny Perez, Lubbock Hispanic City Director
organized the event. Pastor Carlos Ortiz, National Hispanic Coordinator, was the keynote speaker.
April 6, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting San Bernadino, CA
Rev. Jerry Musgrove, founder and facilitator of this thirteen year old annual gathering of pastors recently attended a CUFI Pastors’ meeting and asked that CUFI share at the meeting with pastors
from throughout California’s Inland Empire. Interest from the group has led to multiple CUFI meetings being scheduled, several delegates planning to attend the CUFI Washington Summit, and a Night to Honor Israel being planned for the fall.
April 7, 2013 CUFI Español Standing With Israel Event Lubbock, TX
A great group from the Hispanic community of Lubbock, TX got together in a superb Standing with Israel event hosted by Iglesia de los Bendecidos. The event had phenomenal music
and dancing and the atmosphere was exuberant. Pastor Johnny Perez, Lubbock Hispanic City Director was the guest speaker and Pastor Carlos Ortiz, National Hispanic Coordinator was the keynote speaker.
April 7, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Houston, TX
This event was hosted by Pastor Jack Pidgeon and arranged by CUFI Congregational Representatives Mr. and Mrs. David Opie. Col. John Somerville spoke on Genesis 12:3 about
how God promises to bless those who bless the Jews. As an example of how and why God puts leaders in place and why He removes others, President Lyndon Johnson’s life was used to illustrate these spiritual principles. Pres. Johnson helped his Jewish friend Jim Novy rescue 42 Jews out of Poland in 1938; this partnership expanded and eventually resulted in the rescue of nearly 500 Jews out of Europe who were smuggled into Texas and hidden by Johnson and Novy. This little known connection between LBJ and the Jewish Novy brothers was verified by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gold who attended the meeting. They were well acquainted with Jim Novy and other people added many details because of their firsthand knowledge of some of the events. Pictured are Col. Somerville and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gold of Houston.
April 8, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Columbia, MOPastors from 5 churches in the Columbia area gathered for their monthly Pastor’s meeting. CUFI Campus Field Organizer John Winchester was invited as a special guest to address the pastors concerning CUFI’s campus program, and how their students could be involved with the CUFI on Campus chapter at the University of Missouri.
April 8, 2013 CUFI on Campus Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA
Students, faculty & staff packed into the Moot Court Lecture Hall at Regent University to hear renowned Holocaust Survivor & speaker Irving Roth. On this special National Holocaust
Memorial Day, Mr. Roth told his compelling & heartfelt story of how he was one of the few in his family to survive the tragic Holocaust. Many listeners were moved to tears, touched by the vivid account of his personal testimony. After his lecture, Irving engaged the audience in question & answers for nearly another hour.
April 9, 2013 CUFI on Campus Standing With Israel University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN
Students at the University of St. Thomas hosted an event with CUFI Campus Field Organizer John Winchester entitled “U.S. & Israel: the History of an Eternal Bond”. Mr. Winchester
described the history of the U.S.-Israel relationship, “The relevance of CUFI in the perpetuation of it, and where students at universities find their place.” The Twin-Cities area is one of CUFI On Campuses fastest growing areas in the country, largely in part due to a boom in Catholic support.
April 10, 2013 CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner Alvin Community College in Houston, TX
CUFI on Campus at ACC has just recently received official recognition as a registered student organization and, already they’re off to a blazing start! In just a couple of weeks the chapter
has been able to rally the campus in support of CUFI. At Wednesday’s meeting, a presentation/overview of CUFI on Campus was shown to 15 Christian student leaders. After the meeting, several students commented on their excitement and expressed interest in being a part of CUFI.
April 11, 2013 CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC
It was a night of solidarity in support of Israel. CUFI on Campus at UNC Chapel Hill had the distinct honor & privilege of hosting the Consul General of Israel, Opher Aviran on
Thursday evening. A mixed group of Christian and Jewish supporters of Israel listened intensely as the Consul General gave an up-to-date report on the Middle East. Afterwards he graciously answered questions from the audience.
April 12, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Queens, NY
Christians United For Israel Queens City Director hosted a Standing With Israel event at the Starlight Pavilion. Over 60 pro-Israel supporters from throughout the greater New
York area gathered for an evening of music, prayer, and a special message from CUFI Eastern Regional Coordinator Pastor/Author Victor Styrsky. A full banquet was provided by New Haven Ministries.
April 13, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Melbourne, FL
On April 13th, a Stand With Israel meeting was held at the Central Life Pineda Campus in Melbourne Florida. Initially Col. Somerville was invited to address the Officers Christian
Fellowship chapter headed by Lt. Col. William Adams, a longtime supporter and former resident
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of Israel, but the local commitment to blessing Israel was reflected by the collaboration of organizations and their members attending which came from the local synagogue, CUFI, Bridges for Peace, Central Life Church and the military officers who all came together to learn more about Israel and the Biblical importance for our nation to remain steadfast in our support.
April 13, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting High Point, NC
The recent Standing With Israel Luncheon with Christians in the Marketplace Conference in High Point was quite a successful one; hosted by Pastor Julius Koontz, a recent Israel Familiarization
Trip participant (Dec 2012). Pastor Julius and Tammy Koontz demonstrated significant leadership and influence in ensuring over 70 guests and friends during this market place and business conference. Pastor Michael Stevens, CUFI African-American Outreach Coordinator gave a very informative speech on the importance of praying and standing with the State of Israel.
April 14, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Washington DC
A Facebook comment from someone who attended the Sunday morning Stand With Israel event at Emmanuel Church of God in Christ best describes the wonderful time we
had at this new CUFI affiliate, “Today Pastor Victor delivered two powerful messages to two different audiences. I am so grateful to God for the warm welcome Emmanuel Church of God in Christ gave Pastor Victor, my mom, and I, as they welcomed us with open arms and hearts. We felt completely at home and were so blessed by their strong support of CUFI’s pro-Israel message.”
April 14, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Washington DC at Ebenezers Coffeehouse
The second Standing With Israel event of the day was held at a non-denominational church with message from the Word of God concerning His eternal love for, and promise to the Jews. The
church is leaving for Israel in a couple months and spending a lot of their time with the anti-Israel “Christian” community in Bethlehem when they are there. May God help us in this battle we are waging “for Zion’s sake!”
April 14, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Camden, NJ
The CUFI Standing With Israel Meeting in Camden was a unique and successful celebration service and event. Elder and Associate Pastor Thomas May was celebrated
that evening as a community leader and generous supporter of both the church and community. Elder May, a recent Israel Familiarization Trip participant (Jan. 2013) asked that Pastor Michael Stevens be the keynote speaker for a crowd of 75
adults who all heard the message of the importance of standing and supporting Israel.
April 15, 2013 CUFI on Campus American University in Washington DC
American University students listened intensely as Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth told his compelling testimony. After giving his first-hand account, Irving engaged with students,
answering their questions. Afterwards students raved about how much they enjoyed Irving and noted his unique ability to connect the past with what is presently happening on campus.
April 15, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Culver City, CAEager congregants as well as associated pastors from affiliated churches were gathered to learn about CUFI and the church’s official position to be boldly pro-Israel and to work hand in hand with CUFI through hosting pro-Israel events. April 16, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Cherry Hill, NJ
CUFI’s Pastors and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon held in Cherry Hill was an overwhelming success and much needed accomplishment for the southern New Jersey
area; an area of the country that CUFI has been desiring to establish greater Christian pro-Israel advocacy. Pastor Ray Bernard hosted over 40 bishops, pastors and ministry leaders at Impacting Your World Christian Center. Participants celebrated their passion for standing with Israel and the Jewish community with full agreement and solidarity. The meeting was led by Pastor Michael Stevens.
April 16, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Baton Rouge, LA
On the 16th of April, (the birthday of modern Israel’s founding according to the Hebrew calendar) a Pastors’ Luncheon was held in Baton Rouge on the 21st floor of the
State Capitol. Following the luncheon, all of the participants were invited to the Governor’s Mansion for a celebratory afternoon gathering attended by the Israeli Counsel General and hosted by Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal. Many CUFI members were present at the reception including Rev. and Mrs. Jesse Duplantis, Mr. Fritz Brown and LA State Assemblywoman Valerie Hodges.
April 16, 2013 CUFI Español Night to Honor Israel Sonzacate, El Salvador
Over 500 cheerful Israel supporters packed Iglesia de Dios in Sonsonate, El Salvador to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the State of Israel. This amazing event was full of music
and love for the State of Israel! The list of
speakers included The Mayor of Sonsonate Jose Menjivar, Carlos Monroy Assistant to the Israel Ambassador to El Salvador, Pastor Jose Aquino California Hispanic State Director who traveled all the way from Los Angeles and Pastor Carlos Ortiz who traveled from Miami to attend this important and historic event.
April 17, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Baton Rouge, LA
The Christian Life Fellowship is located on 50 acres along with the Christian Life Academy in beautiful Baton Rouge. When Louisiana State Assemblywoman Valerie Hodges contacted Dr. Jere
D. Melilli about hosting a CUFI Stand With Israel event, he immediately opened his Wednesday night service to Central Regional Coordinator, John Somerville to come speak. Dr. Melilli is the founding pastor of Christian Life Fellowship and head of the K-12 Christian School along with many other ministry outreaches. The meeting was highlighted by Dr. Mililli’s remarks which reflect his long-held belief, “When I was contacted, I immediately agreed that we must always do what we can to support Israel. After all, God certainly does and we must be on His side.”
April 17, 2013 CUFI on Campus Des Moines, IA
The Pastor of Walnut Creek Community Church was gracious enough to open the church’s doors to host Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth. The beautiful church which can be seen from the
major highway was the perfect location and drew members from the community & nearby Drake University. All that came to the great event were touched by Irving’s compelling message.
April 17, 2013 CUFI on Campus Lansing, MI
On a stormy evening in East Lansing students listened intensely as Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth told his compelling testimony. After giving his first-hand account Irving
engaged with students for a time of Q & A. Afterward, students raved about how much they enjoyed Irving and noted his unique ability to connect the past with what is presently happening on campus.
April 21, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Sonzacate, El Salvador
Over 20 pastors from many cities of El Salvador attended the first Pastors Lunch event hosted by Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal in Sonsonate. The event was intended to teach Pastors from
all over the area about the biblical mandate to support Israel. Pastor Jose Aquino was a guest speaker and Pastor Carlos Ortiz was the keynote speaker.
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April 17, 2013 CUFI Español Standing With Israel Sonzacate, El Salvador
La Iglesia de Dios Selim organized the event that had a group of over 300. Israel supporters from the small town of Sonzacate in the Republic of El Salvador got together to bless
the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. Pastor Jose Aquino was the guest speaker and Pastor Carlos Ortiz the keynote speaker.
April 18, 2013 Night To Honor Israel University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ
The CUFI On Campus chapter at the University of Arizona held their 4th annual Night To Honor Israel at the university in Tucson, Az. The evening was elegant, complete with dinner,
music provided by the Gatekeepers of Ironwood Hills Church, and a powerful message from CUFI Eastern Regional Coordinator Victor Styrsky challenging the audience to stand and speak out on behalf of Israel. Western Regional Coordinator Randy Neal charged the crowd to connect with CUFI to get involved in their community. Holocaust Survivors surprised the campus group by presenting certificates to the chapter of trees they had planted in Israel on their behalf out of appreciation for their labor.
April 19, 2013 CUFI on Campus Night To Honor Israel Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, AR
The CUFI On Campus chapter at Arkansas State University hosted their 2nd annual Night To Honor Israel with a festive meal and inspiring message from Rep. Jon Hubbard as to
why it is so important to support Israel. “We must set the standard of right for others to follow” said Mr. Hubbard. “As Christians, we have the Scriptures, and must obey them”. The event was hosted by Nettleton Baptist Church, whose pastor attended the CUFI Washington Summit and was inspired to have the students in his church start a CUFI On Campus chapter.
April 19, 2013 CUFI on Campus Leadership Dinner Purdue University in Lafayette, IN In the heart of Indiana Farm land lays one of the most prestigious Universities in Midwest, Purdue University. Purdue is a major research university located in Lafayette, IN known for discoveries in science, technology & engineering. Although it is very hard to pull students away for their rigorous academic course load—five students showed up to our Leadership Luncheon to discuss opportunities for CUFI on Campus. Due to this very productive meeting, plans are currently underway to launch a CUFI chapter at Purdue next semester.
April 20, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Myrtle Beach, SC
Christians United For Israel joined forces with the “Singing in the Sun” 3-day celebration to bring the work of CUFI into South Carolina! Thanks to our CUFI City Directors Ken and
Carly Willeford and 5 new CUFI Church partners, we were able to fully man a Christians United For Israel booth for the entire conference. Thousands of people from all across the state received information about the ministry of CUFI and over 700 became members of CUFI while at the convention.
April 21, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Jeanette, PA
People from all throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia attended the CUFI Stand with Israel Sunday at the Living Word Congregation. At the conclusion of the message, Senior Pastor
Roy Aiken, Jr. told the congregation, “I feel as though we have just received a vaccination today! This is exactly what we needed to hear.”
April 21, 2013 Night To Honor Israel Louisville, KYThe Christian and Jewish residents in the Louisville KY and surrounding communities came together to honor Israel on a beautiful spring evening at Evangel World Prayer Center with host Pastor Bob Rodgers. David Brog the Executive Director for Christians United For Israel was the keynote speaker for the evening. The audience was moved by Mr. Brog’s urgent message to stand with Israel now more than ever. Other guest speakers included Stu Silberman, President and CEO of the Jewish Community of Louisville as well as Yaron Sideman, Consul General of the State of Israel to the Mid-Atlantic States. We were honored to have Rabbi David Ariel-Joel, Associate Rabbi of The Temple Congregation Adath Israel Brith Shalom give the closing benediction. Many in attendance pledged to continue their support for Israel and the Jewish people and attend the CUFI Washington DC Summit July 22-24 to meet with their elected representatives to voice their support for Israel.
April 21, 2013 CUFI on Campus Night To Honor Israel Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN
Members of the Jewish and Christian Communities gathered together to participate in a NTHI on Vanderbilt’s campus. Those in attendance were encouraged in their support for Israel. The
evening’s three speakers gave heartfelt speeches about their connection to Israel and the significance of continuing to strengthen the harmonious relationships between Christians and Jews.
April 21, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Jeanette, PA
Pastors and ministry leaders from throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia attended the Sunday evening CUFI Pastor/Leaders’ Dinner and Middle East Briefing at the Living Word
Congregation. A common theme discussed at the conclusion of the evening was the amount of information that was unknown to the audience and heard for the first time. The church is now committed to filling a bus for the 2013 CUFI Washington Summit as well as working with CUFI to reach out to the entire state of Pennsylvania.
April 23, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Sandy, UT
This Standing With Israel meeting exceeded everyone’s expectations, with several attendees stating it was the best such meeting they’ve ever attended. CUFI Utah State
Director, Pastor Craig McCune, was able to visit Israel for the first time thanks to a CUFI familiarization trip just for Pastors. He later said that he had no inclination to go to Israel, but that the value of the trip made it impossible to turn down. Pastor McCune said in all candor that it was a life changing experience and readily accepted the role of State Director shortly after returning from the Holy Land.
April 23, 2013 Night To Honor Israel Virginia Beach, VA
The Rock Church International hosted a spectacular 2nd Annual Hampton Roads CUFI Night To Honor Israel with The Christian Broadcast Network and The United Jewish Federation of
Tidewater. From the opening, “Jerusalem of Gold” sung by 9-year old Elizabeth, to the Rock Worship Team and Children’s Choir and dance troupe - the evening was unmatched in its power and professionalism. Thanks to CBN President, Michael Little, the massive stage was transformed into the courts of Jerusalem including giant bowls of fire! Regent University CUFI on Campus President, Jessica Marzucco brought a powerful message concerning the battle for Israel in her generation. The work of CUFI has spread like wild fire throughout the State of Virginia, primarily due to the passion, dedication, and hard work of our CUFI State Director Max Tavernetti.
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April 25, 2013 Night To Honor Israel Atlanta, GA
With people lined up outside the First Baptist Church 3 hours before the doors opened we knew this was going to be an extraordinary event. At the conclusion of the opening psalm
sung by the massive 300+ member FBA Choir, Pastor Hagee stood up, faced them and proclaimed, “This choir is enough to make a Baptist shout!!” Words cannot express the electricity that filled the room for the next 90 minutes of celebration. The evening ended with Dr. Stanley returning to the stage and announcing, “I am 80 years old and have been preaching for most of them. What we just heard tonight is one of the most powerful messages I have ever heard in my life.” CUFI’s work continues to spread across the nation.
April 26, 2013 Israel Fest Los Angeles, CA
CUFI was invited by the Israeli-American Council to have a presence at one of the largest celebrations of Israel’s Independence Day. CUFI Los Angeles area coordinators
Marilyn and David Ling, along with volunteers Connie Bright and Susan Reynolds were able to heighten awareness about CUFI, promote the area’s second annual Night To Honor Israel, and candidly address questions and concerns about motives of CUFI and Christian support for the Jewish State and Jewish people.
April 28, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Sonora, CA
One of the first things you’ll see when looking for the Country Cowboy Church in Sonora, California is the impressive outdoor statuary depicting an old dismounted cowhand
kneeling and contemplating the cross. Pastors Jack Bettencourt and Rick Holaday graciously opened their morning service to celebrate Christians United For Israel Sunday. Pastor David Simmons of Eldorado Cowboy Church in Weatherford, Texas is the Cowboy Church Coordinator for CUFI. If you haven’t been to one of the many hundreds of Cowboy Churches which have sprouted all across the US, you’re in for a real treat. These churches are genuinely scripturally oriented in an atmosphere of the simple old time religion that so many are finding refreshingly simple.
April 28, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Portland, OR
The CUFI Standing With Israel meeting in Portland held at the Highland Christian Center was one of the most culturally diverse worship services and meetings to date for Pastor
Michael Stevens. Pastor Will Hardy, a recent Israel Familiarization Trip Pastor (Dec. 2012) and his staff did an outstanding job hosting with warmth, excellence and sincere hospitality. Over 1500 attendees learned of several compelling reasons the church should stand with Israel. All were invited to the CUFI Washington Summit in July as well as encouraged to take their Oregon state leadership to the next level.
April 28, 2013 Night to Honor Israel Event Los Angeles, CA
The second annual Los Angeles Night To Honor Israel raised the bar on numerous levels. Pastor John Hagee, David Brog and Malcolm Hoenlein brought compelling messages that
challenged the audience to redouble their advocacy efforts for Israel. The historic theatre, once home to the Academy Awards, proved an ideal platform for Israeli music and stage play performer DuDu Fisher, and multiple Grammy Award winner and top Christian Gospel artist Israel Houghton. Proceeds raised will be used to further the efforts of CUFI in the Greater Los Angeles area, including an upcoming trip for pastors that have never experienced a trip to Israel.
April 29, 2013 Pastors’ and Ministry Leaders’ Luncheon Meeting Portland, OR
The CUFI Pastors’ Luncheon meeting in Portland was one of the most educational and informative meetings to date. Overall, approximately 40 people participated in the
beautiful spring day in Oregon. The host pastor, Pastor Will Hardy and the Highland Christian Center demonstrated loving hospitality to all that attended from around the area.
April 29, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Tacoma, WA
An overwhelming response and well of support from the congregation CUFI’s Washington State Director, Pastor Mark Biltz, and CUFI Tacoma City Director, Pastor Art Palecek made this
event possible. The evening culminated with a rallying call to attend the 2013 CUFI Washington Summit, with an exceptionally large number of attendees indicating intention to attend and a literal line of college students that expressed interests in launching a CUFI On Campus chapter at the college they attend.
April 30, 2013 Standing With Israel Event Caldwell, ID
The response and support CUFI realized in the Greater Boise Idaho area is testimony to the impact that CUFI familiarization trips to Israel have on leaders of every level. Though Pastor Dave
McGarrah had long been a champion of CUFI and had previously served as City Director for Salem OR, his new role as Senior Pastor of Deer Flat Church in Caldwell Idaho did not afford him with extra time or resources to focus on CUFI’s objectives. That changed after he visited Israel with thirty-two other CUFI pastors from the western United States He now serves as CUFI State Director for Idaho and has one of the most informed congregations one can find regarding Israel. This event featured guest speaker Sgt. Benjamin Anthony of the IDF Reserves, who Pastor McGarrah originally met at a special briefing in Jerusalem on the CUFI trip to Israel.
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As a Bible believing Christian, I accept the Holy Scriptures to be the infallible Word of God. This should not be a controversial statement, but sadly in this day and age it has become so.
Some of our fellow Christians doubt the truth of the Word, espe-cially the certainty of God’s eternal promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Consequently, when God mandates us to stand as watchman on the walls of Jerusalem and to bless Israel in action, word and deed, many no longer believe these commands to be true.
Anti-Israel forces have aggressively seized on this biblical distor-tion to drive a wedge between the Church and Israel. And they are making progress! Anti-Israel groups have made significant inroads into our churches, conventions, and publications with this con-temptible propaganda. Allow me to cite a few examples:
• The National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA has distributed over 45 million copies of a brochure titled “Why We Should Be Concerned About Christian Zionism” to 100,000 churches across the country.
• The Church of Scotland recently issued a report divorcing the Jewish people from the land of Israel. The report contended that “promises about the land of Israel were never intended to be taken literally, or as applying to a defined geographical territory.”
• Over the last 9 years, seven of the largest mainline Protestant denominations, including the Presbyterian Church USA, the United Methodist Church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church, have held votes on divesting funds from Israel.
• Having enjoyed such success with the mainline denomi-nations, anti-Israel organizations such as Sabeel and the Bethlehem Bible College are now targeting evangelical churches. As a result, the list of evangelical critics of Israel is growing quickly.
• When CUFI on Campus attempted to hold an event at one of the most prestigious Christian colleges in the United States, Wheaton College, they faced enormous pressure from faculty and students to move the event off campus.
As pro-Israel Christians, it is important now more than ever to stand up and speak up for Israel. We must combat these decep-tions with the truth in God’s Word; for Zion’s Sake, we should not and shall not remain silent!
It is Christians United for Israel’s responsibility, as the largest pro-Israel organization in the United States, to push back against these anti-Israel propagandists.
We must, in one clear voice, demonstrate that Bible-believing Christians stand with Israel and the Jewish people. We must educate other Christians that if they believe the Bible they should support Israel especially in these critical times.
CUFI’s “Because I am Christian, I Stand with Israel” campaign is an excellent opportunity for us to make a public statement about our faith as Christians and our commitment to the State of Israel. I ask you to proudly display a “Because I am Christian, I Stand with Israel” car magnet on your vehicle so the thousands of people you pass know that Bible believing Christians stand with Israel. I ask you to obtain other “Because I am Christian, I stand with Israel” items CUFI has made available so that you can proudly proclaim your support of Israel to all you meet.
I also hope that you prayerfully consider joining Governor Mike Huckabee, Glenn Beck, Senator Ted Cruz and me along with thousands of other pro-Israel Christians at the 8th Annual Christians United for Israel Washington DC Summit, July 21-24, 2013.
May the Lord’s blessings be with you and yours as you bless the Jewish people.
Dear Friends,
Pastor John HageeNational ChairmanChristians United for Israel
