World’s largest annual gathering of Messianic Jews and Israel-supporting Christians
The world’s largest annual gathering of Messianic Jews and Israel-supporting Christians is set to begin in the US this Sunday. This event takes place as the conflict in Israel escalates and antisemitism increases across America.
The seven-day conference, The Messiah Conference held at Messiah University in Grantham, Pa., will feature prominent speakers such as bestselling author Jonathan Cahn, television host Jonathan Bernis, author and speaker Dr. Michael Brown, author and musician Joel Chernoff, among others.
Pivotal moment for the Jewish people
“This gathering comes at a pivotal moment for the Jewish people and Messianic Jews everywhere,” said Joel Chernoff, General Secretary and CEO of the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America (MJAA). “We’re witnessing an unprecedented attack on Israel, and growing persecution of the Jewish people in the U.S. and around the world.”
During the conference, Chernoff will spotlight Joseph Project International (JPI), a humanitarian nonprofit delivering essential aid to Israelis, both Jews and Arabs, as the war in Israel threatens to expand and more Israelis fall into poverty.
Currently, more than 25% of Israel’s population lives below the poverty line, with an additional 25% living just above it. Over the past two decades, JPI has distributed more than 950 40-foot shipping containers of international aid, including food, clothing, and medical supplies, valued at over $170 million. This makes JPI the world’s largest importer of humanitarian aid to Israel.
Aid is needed for Jews in need
Since the conflict began, JPI and its partners in Israel have provided over $17 million in aid to the most vulnerable families impacted by the ongoing terrorist rocket and drone attacks.
The Messiah Conference, sponsored by the MJAA, the Young Messianic Jewish Alliance, and the International Alliance of Messianic Congregations and Synagogues, will feature over 60 educational sessions for Messianic leaders, young professionals, teens, and children.
Messianic Judaism is growing
Messianic Judaism is a biblically-centered movement of Jewish people who believe that Yeshua (Jesus) is the Messiah of Israel and Savior of the world. They believe their Jewish forefathers, the law, and the biblical prophets prophesied about him.
“It’s crucial that we train every generation in a biblical manner so they’re able to engage the culture with a Judeo-Christian theology and worldview and understand the role of the Jewish people in shaping that,” Chernoff emphasized, noting the reported rise of misinformation and hostility toward Jews among younger generations, including college students.
The Messiah Conference will be live-streamed free of charge.
