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Immerse yourself in history, culture, and theology—deep-diving into important topics rooted in the Judeo-Christian traditions and the land of Israel.

Teachings | Blog Topic | Vision for Israel

Hear about the amazing progress being made every day—made possible by your generous support. Feel the blessing of Yeshua (Jesus) come alive in His work.

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Arazim School, in Jerusalem, is a special place for kids. Vision for Israel recently donated science equipment to support the science programme.

Yatbenash and her family made Aliyah from Ethiopia in 2004. When the family arrived in Israel, they first lived in an absorption centre, later moving into one of Jerusalem's poor neighbourhoods. 

Aliyah from Ethiopia | Blog | Vision for Israel

For thousands of years, the Jewish people have lived in exile—suffering persecution, and longing for Israel. And now, despite incredible odds, it’s time to come home.

Coming Home—to a Brand New Life | Blog | Vision for Israel

Over 7,000 lone soldiers serve in the IDF, most of them in combat units. They come from many backgrounds to serve the country and are here without any support.

A Welcome Support for Lone Soldiers | Blog | Vision for Israel

Around Rosh Hashana, many recipes pop up in Israel featuring honey because—according to old Jewish customs—honey signifies the hope that the new year will be sweet.

Spiced Honey Cake | Blog | Vision for Israel

When young members from terror survivor families enrol in higher education, they literally cling to life, and to the future—with a tremendous effort to rehabilitate themselves.

A Better Future for Terror Survivors | Blog | Vision for Israel

Every summer, our Vision for Israel team works vigorously to distribute school bags to children from distressed families throughout the country, and from all sectors and communities.

Promise for a Fresh Start – Pack to School 2020 | Blog | Vision for Israel

Promise for a Fresh Start – Pack to School 2020

At Vision for Israel, our team has been working hard to help prepare as many families as possible for this time of increased activity, with the additional pressure of financial distress.

New Challenges for the High Holidays | Blog | Vision for Israel

The high holidays on the Jewish calendar prophetically indicate the great Day of the Lord, the second coming of Jesus, the great national turning of the Jewish people, and the establishment of the reign of the Messiah over the earth.

What are the Jewish Autumn Holidays? | Blog | Vision for Israel

Life is lonely for Holocaust survivors these days. Advanced age, limited mobility, and chronic conditions have long presented challenges—and the pandemic has added the risk of social interaction.

Holocaust Survivors Brace for Another Harrowing Challenge | Blog | Vision for Israel

Holocaust Survivors Brace for Another Harrowing Challenge

This is a delicious Levantine staple, commonly served with pita bread as an appetizer. Here, eggplant is the star, along with other fresh and simple ingredients that are easy to find.

Baba Ghanoush (Mediterranean Eggplant Spread)

With many families suffering from unemployment and financial distress due to COVID, we’ve been working extra hard to ensure that school children have a chance at feeling a sense of normality as we approach the school year.

A Grade Above: Critical Supplies to Start the Year Strong | Blog | Vision for Israel

A Grade Above: Critical Supplies to Start the Year Strong

Commonly eaten on Friday, before the Sabbath, kubbeh soup is one of the most popular soups in Israel, it originated in Iraq, and was brought to Israel by Iraqi Jews.

Red Kubbeh Soup | Blog | Vision for Israel

Tisha B'Av is a sorrowful day for the Jewish people. In Israel, many will fast, pray, and visit the Western Wall to remember and mourn these tragedies.

Tisha B’Av: Remembering the Loss of Zion | Blog | Vision for Israel

Tisha B’Av: Remembering the Loss of Zion

Today, we’re examining the situation in Israel, and how some officials are acting to make their home safer, and more equitable for all her citizens.

Aid to the Ethiopian Community | Blog | Vision for Israel

Aid to the Ethiopian Community & Issues of Inequality

Batya’s mother, Sarah, used to make this soup for the family every Friday. We hope that you and your family enjoy this traditional Yemenite soup.

Yemenite Chicken Soup | Blog | Vision for Israel

The term "musakhan" literally means "something that is heated." This is a simple and delicious meal, meant to be eaten with your hands. It’s usually presented with the chicken on top of the bread.

Musakhan Recipe | Blog | Vision for Israel

Hummus is a Middle-Eastern staple that has become an Israeli trademark. It can be found everywhere in Israel—from grocery stores to fancy restaurants and is easy to make at home!

In the midst of the State of Israel’s reopening plan, a new survey finds that 40% of Israelis are having trouble paying for basic expenses as requests made to the Ministry of Welfare have increased by 50%.

Recovering Israel: Trading Health Crisis for Economic Malaise | Blog | Vision for Israel

Recovering Israel: Trading Health Crisis for Economic Malaise

Personal Shavuot Message from Barry in the Old City of Jerusalem

The meaning of the word Shavu’ot is “weeks,” and is celebrated 7 weeks after the second day of Passover. In the Christian tradition, it’s known as Pentecost.

Shavu'ot—Feast of Weeks (Pentecost) | Blog | Vision for Israel

Recently we began supporting a soup kitchen in Tel-Aviv, where each day 50-100 people arrive to receive something to eat, and if necessary—help for rehabilitation from drugs and alcohol. 

Life-Changing Help for Homeless Addicts in Tel-Aviv | Blog | Vision for Israel

Life-Changing Help for Homeless Addicts in Tel-Aviv

Each year Vision for Israel donates hundreds of subscriptions to remote panic buttons for Holocaust survivors. And this year, this donation is more essential than ever.

Panic Buttons for Holocaust Survivors | Blog | Vision for Israel

Legacy gifts are a vital and life-giving part of what keeps us going. And our mission to bless and serve the people of Israel could not go on without the heroic generosity of people like you.

The Power of Your Legacy | Blog | Vision for Israel

Today we are commemorating the Holocaust in what we call Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day). It is no coincidence that this day occurs one week after Passover. 

Never Forget Their Sacrifice | Blog | Vision for Israel

Never Forget Their Sacrifice.
Never Stop Fighting for What's Right.

You know the old adage: “When a crisis comes, it’s too late to prepare.” It seems the world was caught unprepared for this awful pandemic, and many lives were taken. 

Are You Ready to Fight Coronavirus Head-On? | Blog | Vision for Israel

Are You Ready
to Fight Coronavirus Head-On?

This year, while delivering Passover aid to families in Jerusalem, we met Michal—a young single mother of two, who comes from complicated family background. 

Impact Story: Michal's Family | Blog | Vision for Israel

Impact Story: Michal's Family | Jerusalem

Learn more about God's heart for Israel, get updated on the latest news, and see how lives have been restored through the work of VFI.

Learn & Stay Updated

Science Equipment for Special-Ed Kids

Tuesday 10 November 2020

Aliyah from Ethiopia

Thursday 29 October 2020

Coming Home—to a Brand New Life

Friday 23 October 2020

A Welcome Support for Lone Soldiers

Thursday 24 September 2020

Spiced Honey Cake

Thursday 17 September 2020

A Better Future for Terror Survivors

Sunday 13 September 2020

Promise for a Fresh Start – Pack to School 2020

Saturday 12 September 2020

New Challenges for the High Holidays

Friday 4 September 2020

What are the Jewish Autumn Holidays?

Friday 28 August 2020

Holocaust Survivors Brace for Another Harrowing Challenge

Thursday 6 August 2020

Baba Ghanoush (Mediterranean Eggplant Spread)

Wednesday 29 July 2020

A Grade Above: Critical Supplies to Start the Year Strong

Sunday 26 July 2020

Red Kubbeh Soup

Sunday 26 July 2020

Tisha B’Av: Remembering the Loss of Zion

Thursday 23 July 2020

Aid to the Ethiopian Community & Issues of Inequality

Wednesday 1 July 2020

Yemenite Chicken Soup

Wednesday 24 June 2020

Musakhan Recipe (Arab Chicken Dish)

Tuesday 23 June 2020

Hummus

Monday 22 June 2020

Recovering Israel: Trading Health Crisis for Economic Malaise

Thursday 18 June 2020

Shavu'ot—Feast of Weeks (Pentecost)

Thursday 28 May 2020

Life-Changing Help for Homeless Addicts in Tel-Aviv

Tuesday 26 May 2020

Panic Buttons for Holocaust Survivors

Thursday 30 April 2020

The Power of Your Legacy

Friday 24 April 2020

Never Forget Their Sacrifice. Never Stop Fighting for What's Right.

Tuesday 21 April 2020

Are You Ready to Fight Coronavirus Head-On?

Sunday 19 April 2020

Impact Story: Michal's Family | Jerusalem

Saturday 18 April 2020

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