celebration of life – Baptists in Israel

Eliya Qubty: A Life of Educational Servant and a Pillar of Baptist Work

Posted on February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 by yousef

Eliya Qubty is a prominent figure in the history of Baptist churches in Israel, not only because of his church and administrative service, but also because of his long-standing role in education and his contributions to youth ministry and the Baptist revival during pivotal periods.

Celebrating the Life of Fuad Haddad

Posted on March 28, 2023November 12, 2024 by yousef

On January 17, 2023 and few days after his 90-th birthday, beloved brother Fuad Haddad went to be with the Lord.Fuad has been chairman of Association of Baptist Churches for […]

Celebrating the Life of Pastor Fuad Sakhnini

Posted on March 28, 2022November 12, 2024 by Majd Shufani

On Feb 26, 2022, Pastor Fuad Sakhnini passed away at the age of 95. He was the pastor of the Nazareth Baptist Church for 60 years. The following video was […]

Dedication of Prayer Garden in Nazareth

Posted on July 8, 2021November 12, 2024 by Majd Shufani

wooden canopy in the prayer garden of the baptist house in nazareth

The Association of Baptist Churches in Israel dedicates a garden at Nazareth Baptist House in the loving memory of Buena Stevenson. Buena is the late wife of Wayne Stevenson. Both […]

Saving a Palestinian Orphan – An Easter Devotion

Posted on April 11, 2017November 12, 2024 by Bader Mansour

As we reflect on the passion of Christ, we are reminded that God’s sacrifice is inclusive to all people: “God so loved the WORLD that he gave his one and […]

How George Laty became Lottie Moon in Nazareth

Posted on December 20, 2016November 12, 2024 by Bader Mansour

How did the Lottie Moon offering become the George Laty offering? Read this inspiring story about a Bible teacher from Nazareth who was saved from death four times and championed an annual campaign for needy families in his community during Christmas

Learning from the Legacy of Ibrahim Simaan – By Bader Mansour

Posted on August 7, 2016November 12, 2024 by Bader Mansour

Late pastor Ibraheem Simaan sharing at the 100 years of baptist work celebration

The story of Ibrahim Simaan summarizes 60 years of Christian service in Israel, focusing on some of the most important issues facing the Arabic church in Israel these days.

Local Baptists pay tribute to David Groseclose for 40 years of service

Posted on January 18, 2016November 12, 2024 by Bader Mansour

Many of those involved in Baptist work in Israel came to pay tribute to David and celebrate his years of service to the Lord. It was an evening of laughter as they recalled the many practical jokes that are inevitable when American and Arab cultures come together and it was also a time to reflect on the beautiful partnership between this man and the local Baptist community

Celebrating the Life of Missionary Julia Graham

Posted on June 19, 2015November 12, 2024 by Bader Mansour

On June 18, Baptist Missionary Julia Graham was ushered to glory in Dallas, Texas. She was 98 years old

Emma Baker, 93, former missionary to Israel, has entered her eternal rest with the Lord whom she and Dwight served and loved for so many years.

Posted on May 28, 2011November 12, 2024 by Bader Mansour

Emma Baker, 93, former missionary to Israel, has entered her eternal rest with the Lord.
The following video greeting from Dwight and Emma was given at the opening ceremony of the 100 years celebration for Baptist witness in Israel

Salt of the Earth, Light of the World

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