Churches encouraged to participate in Pray For & Stand With Israel Day on May 19

The Family Research Council, along with a coalition of other organizations, is encouraging churches nationwide to Pray For & Stand With Israel. The event is a call for the Christian community to unite in prayer and stand in unwavering support for Israel on Sunday, May 19, by dedicating a portion of their worship services to pray for Israel’s peace, prosperity and protection.

Participants have the opportunity to sign a pledge online that reads: “I commit to praying for and standing with Israel. As a member of the body of Christ, I am committed to promoting peace, justice, and solidarity among nations; and recognize the importance of fostering strong bonds of friendship and support with the nation of Israel. I join with other believers, individuals, and communities across the nation in solidarity and prayer for the peace, security, and prosperity of all of Israel.”

“During a recent visit to Israel, where I met with survivors of the October 7 attack and family members of the hostages, I also had the opportunity to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and engage in discussions regarding the current challenges facing the nation,” council President Tony Perkins said. “Among the many topics discussed, Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed an urgent need for Americans who support Israel to visibly show their support. We discussed the importance of solidarity and prayer as powerful expressions of support that can make a meaningful difference in the relationship between the United States and Israel.”

Other sponsors include:

• Michele Bachmann, Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast
• Mario Bramnick, Latino Coalition for Israel
• Tim Clinton, American Association of Christian Counselors
• Chad Connelly, Faith Wins
• Craig DeRoche, Family Policy Alliance
• Carlos Duran, National Hispanic Pastors Alliance
• Jentezen Franklin, Free Chapel
• Jack Graham, Prestonwood Baptist Church
• Gary Hamrick, Cornerstone Chapel
• Jack Hibbs, Calvary Chapel Chino Hills
• Skip Heitzig, Calvary Church
• Chris Hodges, Church of the Highlands
• Cindy Jacobs, Generals International
• Robert Morris, Gateway Church
• Tim Wildmon, American Family Association

“It is abundantly clear that in light of the challenges and complexities facing Israel — both politically and spiritually — it is imperative that we, as leaders within the Christian community, come together to demonstrate our unwavering support for Israel anchored in the word of God,” Perkins said. “With this goal in mind, I propose that we call upon Bible-believing churches nationwide to pray for and stand with Israel collectively on Sunday, May 19, by dedicating a portion of their Sunday services to pray for Israel’s peace, prosperity, and protection.”

Anyone can download and use promotional material to spread the word by going HERE.

Churches can find more information and sign up at www.prayandstand.com.

–Dwight Widaman