More than 1,000 US evangelical pastors finish eight-day propaganda mission in Israel
More than 1,000 American Evangelical pastors and faith leaders concluded an eight-day mission on Monday in Israel, organized by Dr. Mike Evans, founder of the Friends of Zion Museum.
This initiative is part of Evans’ broader mission to train 100,000 Christian ambassadors to advocate for Israel and counter what he describes as “antisemitism worldwide.”
The event, held in partnership with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, culminated with participants receiving certificates designating them as “Friends of Zion Ambassadors.”
“These 1,000 pastors represent tens of millions of Americans and have major media and social media influence,” Dr. Evans said.
– Selected participants pledge solidarity –
Participants were chosen from over 2,000 applicants and required to pledge solidarity with the Jewish people, reinforcing the mission’s focus on advocacy and education.
The itinerary included visits to biblical sites such as the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Mount of Olives, as well as the Nova Festival site and Gaza border settlements.
Delegates met survivors, former captives, and Israeli’ officials, including President Isaac Herzog, the Knesset Speaker, and intelligence experts.
A memorial ceremony at Mount Herzl featured prayers for peace and tributes to fallen Israeli soldiers.
Pastor Mike Atkins said, “We are seeking to unify evangelical Christian leaders in America with Israel and the Jewish people, and to counter any perception that this community is divided.”
Tamryn Foley added, “I am going back home with a fire to make sure young people in my country know the truth.”
– Future expansion plans –
Evans announced ambitious plans, including training 10,000 additional ambassadors over the next 36 months, launching an online academy called FozEye to educate millions of Evangelicals, and establishing the first evangelical think tank and research institute.
Plans also include a Donald Trump Exhibition at the Friends of Zion Museum, recognizing his contributions to Israel.
