Do you need gift ideas for the Christmas season? Are you still shopping for Hanukkah presents? We want to share with you some wonderful Christmas gift ideas that give back to Israel.
Many of us have a hard time answering the question “what do you want for Christmas”. We feel like we already have everything! So, here’s an idea: why not request a gift that will be a blessing to those that really need it?
There are ministries in Israel impacting lives through the love of Jesus that need your support. You can let your friends and family know that this is how they can bless you – by giving a gift on your behalf to a ministry in Israel.
Check out FIRM Gift Ideas from Israel below!
But first, there is more you can do!
If you want to bless your loved ones in return, you can order gifts for them from Israel! By purchasing souvenirs and more from FIRM Member Ministries, you are investing in the work they are doing. So, keep scrolling for a list of gifts you can order straight from Israel!
Gift Idea: Support Israel Ministries in a Person’s Name
Gift Ideas that Give Back #1. Join FIRM Overcomers – End Year Campaign.
Local ministries have been helping those around them overcome unimaginable challenges over the past two years. By contributing to the Overcomers campaign, you can be part of impacting 25,000 lives in Israel through the love of Jesus.
Help empower local ministries to transform lives in Israel!
Gift Ideas that Give Back #2-20. Give to one of 19+ Congregations in Israel.
You can choose a specific ministry that you would like to support. Visit the following links, to learn more about Israeli congregations that FIRM works with.
In Jerusalem:
Ahavat Yeshua, Amud HaEsh, Good God Church, King of Kings Ministries, Melech Hamlachim, Shemen Sasson.
In central Israel:
Beit Immanuel, House of Generation Renewal Congregation, ICF Tel Aviv, Tiferet Yeshua in Tel Aviv-Jaffa, and King of Kings Congregation in Herzliyah.
In northern Israel:
Beit Asaph in Netanya, Home of Jesus the King Church in Nazareth, Kehilat HaCarmel, Kerem-El Messianic Congregation and Living Israel in Haifa, Morning Star Fellowship in Tiberias.
In southern Israel:
Beit Hallel in Ashdod, Nachalat Yeshua in Beersheva.
Gift Ideas that Give Back #21-29. Sponsor Resources and Opportunities for Believers in Israel.
Find out how ministries in the land are supporting and equipping believers in Israel. Through counseling, education and other resources they are helping them thrive personally and in ministry:
Anchor of Hope in Jerusalem
Caspari Center in Jerusalem
HaGefen Publishing in Rishon LeTzion
House of Prayer and Exploits in Nazareth
Israel Academy of Ministry in Jerusalem
Kehila News Israel in Kiryat Haim
Light of Zion in Jerusalem
Medallion in Jerusalem
Tikkun Global in Jerusalem
Gift Ideas that Give Back #30-37. Support Outreach Initiatives in Israel.
We want to reach people who have not encountered the love of Jesus yet. The following ministries put their utmost in sharing the Gospel and discipling the future leaders of Israel:
The Bible Society in Israel in Jerusalem
Chosen People Ministries in Ramat Gan
CMJ Israel in Jerusalem
Derech Avraham in Jerusalem
Dugit Messianic Outreach Center in Tel Aviv-Jaffa
HaMaayan Ministries in Kfar Saba
Jews for Jesus in Tel Aviv-Jaffa
One for Israel in Netanya
Gift Ideas that Give Back #38-44. Take a Stand for Social Justice in Israel.
In the midst of suffering, we want to bring the hope of Jesus to the hopeless. The following ministries have given their all to care for the widow, the orphan and the outcast:
Be’ad Chaim in Jerusalem
CBN Israel in Jerusalem
Chaim BeShefa in Tel Aviv-Jaffa
HaTikva Project in Ma’ale Adumim
Kite.Pride in Tel Aviv-Jaffa
Reach Initiative International in Jerusalem
Vision for Israel in Modi’in
Gift Ideas that Give Back #45-50. Invest in children, youth and young adults in Israel.
It is never too early to start teaching the future leaders of our world to walk in the Word of God. From preschool all the way down to the military service and beyond… These ministries in Israel set the best foundations for the young generations:
Little Hearts Preschool in Jerusalem
Yuval School of Music and the Arts in Jerusalem
Brazilian Sports and Culture Center in Jerusalem
Streams in the Desert in Omer
Lech L’cha in Petah Tikva
Netivah in Jerusalem
Gift Idea #51+: Order Gifts from Israel
Majority of us do our shopping online these days. So why not order your gifts from trusted ministries that are fulfilling God’s promises in Israel!
We can help you bless your loved ones while simultaneously blessing believers in Israel. Don’t waste any more time and order them today!
Gift Idea #51: Bible in English and Hebrew
Choose between the standard Hebrew English Bible and the Jerusalem Illustrated Family Bible (pictured) for the most unique gift from the Holy City! In both, the Old and New Testament are printed in two languages side by side.
Gift Idea #52: Contemporary Hebrew Worship
HaMaayan (Wellspring) congregation in Kfar Saba released an album of contemporary praise music in Hebrew. Any purchase from their website will help them care for their community in this challenging year.
Gift Ideas #53-55: Backpacks, Totes and Wallets
KitePride employs persons saved from prostitution to make a wide selection of bags out of recycled kites and parachutes. Profits support their efforts to combat human trafficking in Israel.
Gift Idea #56: Photography Album of Israel
This gorgeous album, published by Chosen People Ministries, will take you on a journey through the whole land of Israel. By buying this book you support the Gospel-centered work of CPM in Israel and worldwide.
Gift Idea #57: Calendar with Hebrew holidays and more
Be’ad Chaim is a pro-life ministry in Israel that cares for the unborn and supports mothers who choose life. Any purchase from Be’ad Chaim store supports their efforts to save lives in Israel.
Gift Idea #58: Music and Theater Plays from Israel
HaGefen Publishing is one of the few messianic publishing houses in Israel. Which means, HaGefen produces and distributes Biblical materials in Hebrew, Russian and more. For the international audience, we recommend the Music and Arts category of their store.
Gift Idea #59: Books, Books, Books!
The store of Tikkun International will be a wonderland for any bookworm or aficionado of Israel. Great selection of books by Israeli and messianic authors, where everyone will find something to catch their interest.
We hope you find this holiday gift list helpful and buy gifts to bring your loved ones joy!
The items and shops listed above directly support Israel-based FIRM member ministries. No part of the profits benefit FIRM. Some ministries have branches in other countries; thus, your product may arrive from a different postal code than Israel.
Again, we hope you have a blessed Christmas season, and no matter what you’ve overcome this year, may you have His peace.
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