History Christians for Israel

Christians for Israel International was established in 1979 in Holland and Jerusalem under the inspired leadership of the Dutchmen Karel van Oordt and Pee Koelewijn. Since then, the Lord has blessed the movement richly with 25 years' experience as a European-based ministry, which has grown out of the rich soil of the long and deep tradition of friendship between Holland and the Jewish people.

We have bonds with many people and institutions in Israel, at all levels of society. We have built a solid network of branches in Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia Pacific. We are blessed by a growing network of contacts and activities in many other nations. We are working hard to develop a wide variety of educational resources and teaching materials in many languages.

The founder of Christians For Israel, Mr. Karel van Oordt (82) received in Jerusalem the prestigious award of the World Jewish Congress and the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus.

A few hours before Karel van Oordt was invited by the chairman of the Knesset Mr. Reuven Rivlin, who expressed his appreciation for all the work Christians For Israel has done in the past, is doing in the present, and will do in the future. Karel van Oordt received the award from former minister Rav. Benny Elon, in presence of members of the Knesset. read more

Chief Rabi Metzger visits Christians for Israel International: