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Magazine I The Jewish-Christian Interfaith Connection

Israel’s growing presence at the NRB - building bridges between faith communities As thousands of Christian communicators gathered in Dallas for the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, the event fostered powerful moments of Jewish-Christian connection through innovative programming and meaningful dialogue / By Zahava Schwartz

at Torah Day School of Dallas for Israel365’s third annual Shabbat event. The 25-hour program featured renowned speakers and scholars including Rabbis Tuly Weisz, Elie Mischel, and Pesach Wolicki, who led sessions exploring biblical perspectives on current events. A highlight of the gathering was an evening conversation with Erick Stakelbeck, the celebrated host of The Watchman on TBN. Known for his pioneering work in bringing Israeli perspectives to millions of Christian viewers, Stakelbeck shared insights from his years of reporting on Israel. The weekend showcased the depth of connection between Christian broadcasters and the Jewish state, as participants shared meals and engaged in Bible study. “These connections formed at NRB and during our Shabbat gathering represent the future of Jewish Christian cooperation”, noted Rabbi Tuly Weisz, founder of Israel365. “When we come together around our shared biblical heritage, we create meaningful partnerships that strengthen both communities”. ˆ Zahava Schwartz is the editor of Israel365 News. Israel365 strengthens Israel by building bridges between Jews and Christians. To learn more about Israel365, visit www.

Rabbi Tuly Weisz, founder of Israel365 and Sivan Ziv, District Sales Manager Central USA, EL AL Israel Airlines

The National Religious Broadcasters Convention, held in Dallas during the last week of February 2025, brought together leading voices in Christian media, offering a unique platform for strengthening ties between Christian communicators and Israel. The NRB has seen a growing Israeli presence year after year, reflecting the strong Christian Zionist beliefs of its participants and the organization itself. This year, Israel’s Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Heritage maintained prominent booths, alongside numerous other Israel-focused organizations. EL AL Airlines and Israel365 both brought a significant presence to the convention, with EL AL introducing

attendees to the warmth and hospitality that await visitors to the Holy Land, while Israel365 hosted its innovative exhibit about the modern day realities in Israel. This exhibit emerged as a compelling draw for convention attendees, offering a behind-the-scenes look at many of the complex challenges and opportunities facing Israel today. Through dynamic presentations and guided tours led by prominent voices including Laurie Cardoza Moore, Luke Moon, and Frank Gaffney, participants gained deeper insights into Israel’s rich heritage and contemporary realities. Following the convention, more than 150 participants gathered

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