UPDATE - JUNE 2025

Shalom Friends,

It's hard to believe half of 2025 has gone already. With so much going on in Israel and the world, we remain fervent in our mission to bring comfort to the Jewish people and proclaim biblical truth about Israel and the Messiah to all.

THANK YOU!

I want to thank you for your continued love and support for Israel and the Jewish people. Your generous financial gifts, ongoing prayers, and acts of solidarity are truly a blessing. A man recently approached me in a church telling me he persistently flys the Israeli flag on his property in solidarity with Israel. While in Christchurch last week I was encouraged to witness a group who have been faithfully meeting at the Bridge of Remembrance each Sunday in solidarity of the hostages since they were taken captive into Gaza over 600 days ago. These small acts of support bless Israel, and bring comfort to the Jewish people. It makes you think, what could I do today that brings comfort and support for the Jewish people?

ISRAEL LIVES

On May 14th, modern Israel turned 77, a testimony of Gods faithful everlasting love. Despite everything Israel has faced throughout history, and most recently, God remains faithful to his promises, and committed to Israels endurance.

God also remains faithful to His promise to bless those that bless Israel, as he also promised to curse those that curse Israel (Gen 12:3). Sadly, today we are seeing increasing numbers of those cursing Israel and persecuting the Jewish people. Many christians have fallen silent or become indifferent towards Israel as they prosecute a war against a formidable enemy. Hamas galvanises support from antisemitic western establishments like the UN, leftist governments, universities and NGO's as well as the Islamic world who provide exorbitant amounts of funding to the media to broadcast a favourable Palestinian narrative. It is comforting to know that God is sovereignly in control over His plans and purposes for Israel and the world in these difficult times.

MINISTRY EFFORTS CONTINUE

This year, my efforts are split between Australia and New Zealand. The search continues for a ministry representative for NZ and although we haven't yet found a new worker, we trust in God's timing and ability to provide. Every conversation and meeting with potential candidates is valuable in themselves, so please continue to pray for this endeavour.

While writing this, I am in chilly New Zealand, traveling across the North Island speaking at churches, and meeting with people who love Israel. It was good to be at the recent Winter Bible School in Te Puke where I was able to share with many people about our work and the challenges facing the Jewish people around the world today. I was encouraged to see people hungry for resources to help them learn more about what they should think about Israel, and God's future plans for the Jewish people.

AUCKLAND OFFICE

Please continue to pray for Cassy in our Auckland office as she serves our supporters and provides ongoing administrative support to the mission. Cassy serves as a great ambassador for FOI here in New Zealand handling many enquiries through our phone and online channels. If you want to order a book, DVD or a subscription to Israel My Glory magazine, or if you would like to make a donation to any of the Israel and Jewish relief funds, as well as other giving opportunities, please get in touch with Cassy through our Office. foinz@foi.org or 0800 112 262

PROPHECY CONFERENCE

It has been several years since we held a prophecy conference in NZ and I am pleased to say that Lord willing we will hold a conference in Auckland this coming September. This follows on from successful conferences in Perth, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. Stay tuned for more details.

SOUTH ISLAND MINISTRY

In September following the conference, it is my hope to spend time in the South Island for ministry opportunities as theLord leads. If your church or group would be interested in having me speak, please be in contact.

TOUR TO ISRAEL

Our tour to Israel in October is progressing well with around 34 Kiwis and Aussies on board for what promises to be an exciting tour over 16 Nights in Israel and Jordan, followed by an optional 6 Night Highlights of Paul Tour beginning in Athens, before boarding our 4 Night Aegean Sea Cruise experience that will visit Ephesus in Turkey, Patmos, Santorini, and other places of biblical interest. PLEASE CONTACT US TO JOIN OUR WAITING LIST AND LORD WILLING FOR CONDITIONS IMPROVE IN ISRAEL.

Thank you once again for your ongoing support for FOI-New Zealand.

May God richly bless you in your support for Israel and the Jewish people.

Yours In Christ