News and Reflections
Life in a Villa in a Jungle
It is hard to believe that another year has gone by—another year of seemingly unending war, tragedy, loss. There are still 100 hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. While at least 36 have been murdered, it is not clear how many of the remaining 64 are still alive.
Kedem Arava: Rebirth of a Community in the Desert
You've probably never heard of Kedem Arava, a small community on the northern tip of the Dead Sea. After the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, 90% of the men from Kedem Arava left their homes to defend their country!
An Eye on Zion: Avigayil
High in the southern Hebron Hills, Avigayil was founded by a small group of brave pioneers on the eve of Yom Kippur, drawing strength from the biblical Avigayil’s courage and wisdom. Against all odds, this isolated community has grown into a symbol of resilience and unwavering dedication to the Land of Israel. Learn more about Avigayil’s powerful story of faith, sacrifice, and renewal.
It Is Time to Say Thank You
After a challenging year, we, the staff at CFOIC want to thank you, our supporters. Your prayers, donations, and continuous support have strengthened us and allowed us to continue our work in the Biblical Heartland. We couldn't do it without you!
Israel Welcomes Trump
What an astounding result in the US elections! While this regime change will have significant effect on many issues in the US, as an Israeli, I want to share with you my thoughts, which reflect the thoughts of so many in Israel, on how this change will affect Israel.
An Eye on Zion: Bet Hagai
On Friday evening of May 2, 1980, a group of students from Nir Yeshiva, located on the outskirts of the Biblical city of Hebron, excitedly headed to the Cave of Machpelah. There, they joyfully welcomed in the Sabbath with uplifting prayers.
That evening, however, terrorists threw grenades and fired bullets in the direction of the students, murdering three of them.
Looking Forward as we Enter our Second Year of War
We have just finished celebrating the Feast of Tabernacles and it was a really special holiday. For weeks leading up to the holiday, we were all wondering, debating, discussing, how would we celebrate the holiday, especially as it marks the one year anniversary of the terrible massacre of October 7th last year.
An Eye on Zion: Gush Etzion
In 1927, a group of pious Jews from Yemen and Jerusalem sought to restore the Judean hills, which had lain barren and in ruins for almost 2,000 years.
Sukkot with Sondra Baras
Chag Sameach! Enjoy this comprehensive teaching on the holiday of Sukkot.
Remembering October 7
In this year of unprecedented hardship, the People of Israel were inundated by a tidal wave of hatred and cruelty that upended our lives and shook us to our core. You, our Christian friends, stood beside us as beacons of hope, and your unwavering support has been a source of immense comfort and strength.
