Israel's Top 50 Christian Allies 2023
In honor of Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles), the Israel Allies Foundation is pleased to publish its fourth annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies.
Christian leaders who were selected to be a part of this exclusive list convey their love and support for the State of Israel through action. Their support stems from their deeply held faith.
From Pastors, to former politicians, organizational leaders and businessmen, take a look at the leading defenders and advocates for Israel worldwide for 2023.
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1. Mike Pompeo
Mike Pompeo served as Secretary of State and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency as well as a U.S. Congressman for 16 years, and member of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus.
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2. Jair Bolsonaro
Jair Bolsonaro is a Brazilian politician and retired military officer who served as the 38th president of Brazil from 2019 to 2022. Bolsonaro was unapologetically pro Israel and brought the relationship between Brazil and Israel to new heights.
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3 Pastor Larry & Tiz Huch
Pastor Larry and Tiz Huch are the founding and senior pastors of New Beginnings Church in Texas, one of the most pro-Israel churches in the U.S. Their charitable projects in Israel—focusing on aliyah, Holocaust survivors, and faith-based diplomacy—have impacted multitudes of Jewish lives.
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4. Dick Saulsbury
Dick Saulsbury was one of the very first supporters of faith-based diplomacy. He is a businessman, philanthropist and Member of the IAF’s Christian Advisory Board.
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5. Paula White
Paula White is an American televangelist. She also served as former Advisor to the White House on Faith & Opportunity Initiatives and Chair of the Evangelical Advisory Board in President Donald Trump’s administration.
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6. Pastor John Hagee
Pastor John Hagee is the founder and chairman of Christians United for Israel (CUFI). He is an American Evangelical pastor and televangelist and the founder of John Hagee Ministries.
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7. Joni Lamb
Joni Lamb is a co-founder, vice president and executive television producer of Daystar Television Network. She has led many initiatives that support the State of Israel including projects, tours and prayer.
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8. Bishop Drew Sheard
Bishop John Drew Sheard is Presiding Bishop and Chief Apostle of the Church of God in Christ, the largest African American Pentecostal denomination in the United States. Sheard was the first presiding Bishop to lead a delegation to Israel in his official capacity.
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9. Mike Huckabee
Mike Huckabee is currently the host of "Huckabee," a popular television program on TBN, and an American political commentator.
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10. Stuart Robert
Stuart Robert is a former Australian parliamentarian, Minister and Chairman of the Australian Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus where he led the efforts for faith-based diplomacy in support of Israel.
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11. James Dobson
Dr. James Dobson is the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produces his radio program, “Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk.” Dr. Dobson is a well known supporter of Israel.
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12. Pastor Sandor Nemeth
Pastor Sandor Nemeth is the founder and Senior Pastor of Faith Church in Hungary, which has grown to become the primary cultural force outside the Jewish community to support Israel morally and practically in the country for the last 40 years.
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13. Dr. Jürgen Bühler
Dr. Jürgen Bühler is an ordained minister and trained physicist who serves as the President of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ).
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14. Michele Bachmann
In 2006, Michele Bachmann emerged from state politics to become the first Republican woman from Minnesota elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. During her time in Congress she was an outspoken supporter of Israel, which she continues today.
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15. Michael Evans Jr.
Michael Evans Jr. is the CEO of the Friends of Zion Museum in Jerusalem. Evans works closely with Israeli and American political leaders.
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16. Stockwell Day
Stockwell Day was elected nine times over the course of 25 years at two levels of the Canadian government. He served as the first Chairman of the Canadian Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus.
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17. Tom Hess
Tom Hess founded the Jerusalem House of Prayer for All Nations (JHOPAN) in Jerusalem in 1987 which he serves as a pastor. He is a global partner of the Israel Allies Foundation and co-hosts the annual World Government leader dinner in Jerusalem.
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18. Charles McVety
Charles McVety is the President of Canada Christian College in Whitby, Ontario, an evangelical Christian leader and conservative political activist.
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19. Rev. Peter Fast
Rev. Peter Fast is the International CEO of Bridges for Peace, an organization of Christians supporting Israel and building relationships between Christians and Jews in Israel and around the world.
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20. Earl & Kathleen Cox
Earl and Kathleen Cox are outspoken supporters of Israel and run Israel Always. Earl is an international Christian broadcaster and an Ambassador of Goodwill from Israel to Jewish and Christian communities around the world. Kathleen wears many hats as they work together in support of Israel and her people.
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21. Gary Sinise
Gary Sinise is an award winning American actor and director who has also received awards for his humanitarian work. A practicing Catholic, he is vocal in his support for Israel and his condemnation of terror against Israel.
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22. Dr. Dave Weldon
Dr. Dave Weldon is an American former Member of Congress, one of the founding members of the Israel Allies Caucus and the Chairman of the Board of the IAF.
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23. Dr. John Swails
Dr. John Swails is the director of Oral Roberts University's Center for Israel and Middle East Studies. Dr. Swails is unapologetic in his support and enthusiasm for Israel.
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24. Kay Arthur
Kay Arthur and her late husband, Jack, founded Precept Ministries in 1970. She has hosted dozens of teaching tours to Israel which she describes as “One of the greatest joys in my life..."
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25. Dr. Susan Michael
Dr. Susan Michael is USA Director of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem. She was a pioneer in promoting faith-based diplomacy in the USA.
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26. Rev. Becky Keenan
Pastor Becky Keenan is the president and founder of One With Israel, a movement of individuals, churches, leaders, and organizations nationwide committed to demonstrating support for Israel.
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27. Penny Nance
Penny Young Nance is the CEO and President of Concerned Women for America (CWA). Nance is an outspoken supporter of Jerusalem as the undivided capital of Israel.
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28. Dr. Jim Showers
Dr. Jim Showers is the Executive Director and President of The Friends of Israel, a worldwide Christian organization supporting Europe’s Jewish population. He leads joint Jewish-Christian trips to Israel, bringing thousands of Christians to the Promised Land.
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29. Pastor Jentezen Franklin
Jentezen Franklin is the Senior Pastor of Free Chapel, a multi-campus mega church. He has raised significant funds given in aid to projects in Israel and encourages biblical support for Israel to the millions that listen to his sermons.
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30. Pauline Plummer
Dr. Ruth Pauline Plummer is a minister of the gospel, businesswoman and TV professional. She serves as First Lady of Israel for the COGIC Israel Jurisdiction alongside her husband, Bishop Glenn Plummer.
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31. Troy A. Miller
Troy A. Miller has served as President & CEO of National Religious Broadcasters since July 2022. Since taking the position at the NRB, Miller has used his influence to highlight the importance of standing with Israel.
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32. Julie Sironi
Julie Sironi serves as the Israel liaison for Eagle Mountain International Church and Kenneth Copeland Ministries where she facilitates the transfer of millions of dollars to charitable causes such as immigration of Jews to Israel.
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33. Ana Garcia
Ana García is the President of PAAZ, Pastores que Aman y Apoyan a Zion - “Pastors who Love & Support Zion” in Mexico.
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34. Mike Sodrel
Mike Sodrel is Vice-Chairman of the Board of the IAF. He served as a Member of Congress in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2005 to 2007 where he took a strong stand for Israel.
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35. Mat Staver
Mat Staver serves as Senior Pastor, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel. He is the founder of Covenant Journey, a Christian organization which has brought hundreds of people to Israel.
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36. Jobst Bitner
Pastor Jobst Bittner, together with his wife Charlotte, is the founder and leader of TOS Ministries. They have started 12 churches in Germany and abroad. In 2007, they founded the March of Life movement which has held pro-Israel events in 18 nations and 370 cities.
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37. Andrew Tucker
Andrew Tucker is a Dutch international law and policy counsel, speaker, and author. He is also the International Adviser for Christians for Israel International. Tucker also runs Thinc Israel, a think tank that publishes policy papers about Israel
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38. Shelley Neese
Shelley Neese is president of The Jerusalem Connection, author of The Copper Scroll Project, and host of the Bible Fiber podcast. She also puts out the Jerusalem Connection Report which has become a great resource for Christian Zionists around the world.
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39. Rev. Dennis Nthumbi
Rev. Dennis Nthumbi is an Israel-loving ordained pastor and reverend, and an accomplished leader experienced in politics, governance, and security. As the Israel Allies Foundation’s African Director, he currently oversees 16 Israel Allies Caucuses.
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40. Leopoldo Martinez
Leopoldo Martínez serves as the Latin America Director for the Israel Allies Foundation, working with pro-Israel Parliamentarians and political leaders in Latin American and Caribbean countries.
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41. Star Parker
Star Parker is the founder and president of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education (CURE). She is a nationally syndicated columnist and hosts a weekly television news show. Parker is unabashedly pro-Israel and frequently speaks about the importance of standing with Israel.
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42. Nathaniel Buzolic
Nathaniel Buzolic is an Australian actor who proudly shares his commitment to Israel and the Jewish people to his millions of followers on social media. He has led tour groups to Israel, connecting Bible believers to the land of the Bible.
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43. Pastor Hirofumi Masuyama
Hirofumi Masuyama is the Lead Pastor of 21st Century Christ Church in Tokyo and one of the most active pastors in support of Israel from Japan.
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44. Eun Soo Seol "Pastor Joshua"
Eun Soo Seol, also known as Pastor Joshua, heads One New Man Family which supports Israel's immigration and absorption efforts. He has helped thousands of Jewish immigrants from all over the world move and acclimate to Israel.
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45. Pastor Drake Kanaabo
Drake Kanaabo is a Ugandan Evangelist who has been in ministry over 39 years.
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46. William L. “Bill” Holmes
William L. “Bill” Holmes is a successful businessman, an important supporter of Israel, and a member of the Christian Advisory Board of the Israel Allies Foundation.
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47. Paddy Monaghan
Paddy Monaghan is a Catholic lay leader in Ireland and a founding member of Irish Christian Friends of Israel.
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48. Dr. Bob Pearle
Dr. Bob Pearle has been in pastoral ministry for over 40 years, and helped found the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention (SBTC) which includes over 2500 churches. A proud supporter of Israel, he has led delegations from his church to the Holy Land.
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49. Stu Epperson, Sr.
Stuart Epperson Sr. was Chairman and co-founder of Salem Media Group, a Christian broadcasting company with over 100 radio stations including 67 stations in all of the top 25 markets. He was very pro-Israel and his influence was seen throughout his network. He passed away this year on July 17, 2023.
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50. Pastor Terry Kirk
Pastor Terry Kirk is an ordained pastor and the co-founder of Pastors & Executives for Israel and Hope Experience Tours, which focuses solely on Israel.
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