JCZC Board Members
Calev Myers is an Israeli attorney and senior partner at a leading commercial law firm in Jerusalem. For more than two decades, he has served as a legal advisor and strategic leader to the majority of Evangelical Christian organizations active in Israel. He is the Co-Founder and Chairman of ARISE, mobilizing non-Jewish Zionists worldwide to strengthen Israel’s security and economy. Following October 7, ARISE led a global coalition advocating for the immediate and unconditional release of hostages abducted by Hamas. Calev is also the Founder of the Jerusalem Institute of Justice, which provides pro bono legal support to religious minorities and documents human rights abuses by the Palestinian Authority and Hamas.
Calev Myers
Patricia Heaton is a three-time Emmy Award–winning actress and producer, best known for her roles on Everybody Loves Raymond and The Middle. She is also the author of the acclaimed book Your Second Act: Inspiring Stories of Transformation and serves as an ambassador for World Vision. Following the October 7 attacks, Heaton co-founded the October 7th Coalition, mobilizing Christians and pro-democracy allies to stand publicly against antisemitism. She gained international attention as one of the first public figures to visibly confront campus antisemitism in 2024 and was named an ambassador by Yad Vashem. Her advocacy has been honored by leading Israeli organizations, and she has been recognized by The Jerusalem Post as one of the top Christian allies to Israel.
Patricia Heaton
Betsy DeVos is a champion for education freedom and a leader in transformative reforms. As the 11th U.S. Secretary of Education, she pioneered the federal school choice tax credit, restored due process to Title IX, and expanded innovative education options. Her advocacy helped pass education freedom laws in over two-thirds of U.S. states. Currently Chairman of the Manhattan Institute, Betsy has led several business and philanthropic organizations, including The Windquest Group and the American Federation for Children. She is married to Dick DeVos, and they have four children and thirteen grandchildren.
The Honorable Betsy DeVos
Mansur Ashkar is an Israeli Druze and the host and creator of The Ashkar Show podcast. A former IDF special forces officer, father, and independent media voice, he focuses on challenging misinformation and bringing clarity to complex global issues.
Mansur Ashkar
Inbal Ann is a strategic communications and digital engagement expert, media host, and interviewer working at the intersection of public relations, public diplomacy, and international media. Bicultural, born in the U.S. and now based in Israel, she bridges Israeli society with global audiences across Europe and the U.S. She has led high-impact PR and public diplomacy initiatives, organized major international conferences, and advises cultural and tourism institutions on positioning Israel effectively for international audiences.
Inbal Ann Bouskila
Andy got his lucky call to play ‘David Wallace’ on NBC’s The Office in 2005, which led to a steady 20-year acting career. An Irish Catholic from Boston, he also spent time growing up in the Midwest and South Florida. Before heading to NYC to study acting, he graduated from Stanford University, where he played on the NCAA Golf Team. Andy was a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch for 6 years before he got his break on ‘The Office.’ He’s married with 2 sons and is a big supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and more recently has been speaking out for Israel and the Jewish People.
Andy Buckley
Danny Burmawi is the founder and CEO of the Ideological Defense Institute (IDI), a nonprofit research and educational organization dedicated to restoring confidence in and defending the Judeo-Christian principles that shaped Western civilization against anti-Western theological and ideological systems. Coming from a Muslim Jordanian background, Danny converted to Christianity, moved to Lebanon, and lived there for fifteen years, where he led multiple organizations across the Middle East. He is a leading voice on Middle East affairs and countering political Islam, holds a Master of Theological Studies, and is the author of the #1 bestselling book Islam, Israel and the West.
Danny Burmawi
Dr. Eric Cohu is the incoming Athletic Director at Little Rock Christian Academy, bringing 27 years of football coaching experience across the South, including state championships in Alabama, Arkansas, and Virginia. His faith has led him to Israel for over 20 years, where he’s taught, conducted tours, and coached football. Recently, he spent 9 months coaching Israel’s first high school national team, which will debut against Italy in May 2026. In addition to his athletic leadership, Dr. Cohu serves as an adjunct professor at Liberty University, blending his passion for sports and education to mentor future leaders.
Eric Cohu, Ed.D.
Lisa Daftari is an investigative journalist and political analyst who appears regularly on Fox News, Newsmax, CNN, CBS, and other major outlets. Specializing in foreign policy, terrorism, national security, and human rights, she is the founding editor of The Foreign Desk, a global news platform with 2.5 million monthly subscribers. Lisa has briefed the United Nations, testified before Congress, and contributed to the rollout of the Abraham Accords. A fluent speaker of Persian, Spanish, and English, she holds a master’s degree from USC’s Annenberg School of Journalism and is currently a PhD candidate at the Institute of World Politics. She has received numerous awards, including the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Medal of Valor.
Lisa Daftari
Daniel Darling is an author, pastor, and cultural commentator serving as Director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. A frequent contributor to national media, his writing has appeared in USA Today, World, National Review, and The Washington Post. He is the author of several books on faith and public life and has appeared on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, and NPR. Following the October 7 attacks, Darling organized an evangelical statement of support for Israel signed by over 100 Christian leaders.
Dan Darling
Pastor Greg Denham is the Senior Pastor of Rise Church in San Marcos, California, and founder of the Pastors Alliance for Israel. He mobilizes church leaders to support Israel, confront antisemitism, and lead outreach efforts. After the October 7, 2023, attacks, Pastor Greg led an evangelical delegation to Israel in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Featured on The Charlie Kirk Show and The Eric Metaxas Radio Show, Greg is also a national conference speaker and the author of Rediscovering the Original Jesus Movement. He and his wife, Stephanie, are proud parents and grandparents to a growing family.
Pastor Greg Denham
Dr. Dan Diker is President of the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs, succeeding Ambassador Dr. Dore Gold in 2022. Leading international expert on antisemitism, Israel delegitimization, BDS, U.S.–Israel relations, and Middle East security. He has authored and edited numerous books on national security, including Iran’s Race for Regional Supremacy and the Defensible Borders for a Secure Israel series. He has advised the Prime Minister’s Office, served as a policy advisor to the Knesset Forum against BDS, and previously held senior leadership roles as Secretary General and CEO of the World Jewish Congress. He is a frequent media commentator and has appeared on major Israeli and international news networks.
Dr. Dan Diker
Pastor Carlos Duran leads the National Hispanic Pastors Alliance, empowering the Hispanic faith community across the U.S. with over 30 years of ministry experience. Recognized by the Obama White House as a “Champion of Change,” he has partnered with organizations across the U.S. and Latin America to advance faith-based initiatives. A committed supporter of Israel, Rev. Duran has led hundreds of pastors and students on trips to Israel, educating on combating antisemitism and advocating for Israel with elected officials. He was in Israel during the October 7, 2023, attacks and returned multiple times during the war. He was named a top U.S. Pro-Israel Christian leader by The Jerusalem Post and the Israel Allies Foundation.
Pastor Carlos Duran
Xaviaer DuRousseau is a Los Angeles–based political media personality and Gen Z thought leader known for challenging ideological conformity. A contributor to PragerU and a member of the Republican National Committee’s Youth Advisory Council, he appears regularly on major media platforms including FOX News, Newsmax, and Piers Morgan. With more than 2 million followers and nearly 1 billion annual views, DuRousseau addresses cultural debates, media literacy, and antisemitism while encouraging independent thought and civic engagement.
Xaviaer DuRousseau
Senator Bill Hagarty was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2020, serving on the Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs, Foreign Relations, Appropriations, and Rules & Administration Committees. Previously, he served as U.S. Ambassador to Japan, America’s closest ally in the region. A lifelong businessman, Hagarty began his career at Boston Consulting Group, working across five continents, and later became a venture capital and private equity investor. From 2011–2014, he served as Tennessee’s Commissioner of Economic and Community Development, reorganizing the department and driving record economic growth, earning consecutive “State of the Year” awards for economic development.
Honorable Senator Bill Hagarty
Mark Hattabaugh is a senior pastor, chaplain, educator, and global missions leader with decades of ministry experience. Raised in Argentina and based in Florida, he has served as Senior Pastor of The Pentecostals of Cooper City since 1997. His leadership roles include Global Missions Board Member of the United Pentecostal Church International, Disaster Response Director for Compassion Services International, and Senior Police Chaplain for the Miramar Police and Fire Department. He has led multiple missions and humanitarian deployments to Israel, including post–October 7 support efforts.
Pastor Mark Hattabaugh
Harun Ibrahim is an Israeli Arab from Abu Gosh who was raised Muslim and later converted to Christianity while living in Finland. He is the director of Al Hayat Ministries, a Christian media organization dedicated to sharing the gospel and discipling Muslim-background believers through digital and satellite media. Al Hayat’s programming reaches millions across the Islamic world, offering theological engagement, testimony, and support for underground Christian communities.
Harun Ibrahim
Jack Johnson has represented Middle Tennessee for over 30 years, serving as Tennessee State Senate Majority Leader since 2018. A stalwart conservative, he authored landmark legislation protecting children from harmful medical procedures, combatting child and human trafficking, safeguarding Second Amendment rights, and defending citizens from woke corporate overreach. Jack graduated from Texas State University with a degree in Education and has raised three children with his wife, Deanna, a Circuit Court Judge. Known for his principled leadership, Jack balances public service with family life and a passion for music and conservative advocacy.
Jack Johnson
Shabbos Kestenbaum is a Gen Z political commentator at PragerU and former lead plaintiff in a landmark civil rights lawsuit against Harvard University. He is a regular contributor on national media, has testified multiple times in front of the United States Congress as well as the Israeli Knesset, and lectures internationally on religious freedom, American politics, and you-related issues
Shabbos Kestenbaum
Chris Kuehl is the COO of Restore7, an organization that focuses on cultural reformation based in Franklin, Tn. He is also the author of Is God A Zionist: Finding God’s Story in a World Obsessed with Israel. He co-hosts the podcast One New Man with John Myers, which is a show that interacts with many topics related to the Church and the Jewish people. Chris is also the founder of Present Witness, an organization that addresses modern theological questions and challenges as it relates to Israel, the Jewish people, and the church. He is also currently earning his Master’s degree in Theology. He resides in Franklin, Tn with his wife and son.
Chris Kuehl
Cultural Ambassadors
Betsy DeVos is a champion for education freedom and a leader in transformative reforms. As the 11th U.S. Secretary of Education, she pioneered the federal school choice tax credit, restored due process to Title IX, and expanded innovative education options. Her advocacy helped pass education freedom laws in over two-thirds of U.S. states. Currently Chairman of the Manhattan Institute, Betsy has led several business and philanthropic organizations, including The Windquest Group and the American Federation for Children. She is married to Dick DeVos, and they have four children and thirteen grandchildren.
The Honorable Betsy DeVos
Most recently, Bruce retired as the head coach of Auburn men’s basketball team, with two Final Four appearances. Coming from a humble Jewish background in Boston, Pearl has made it his mission to spread the good word and love for the Holy Land. Pearl has headlined numerous high-profile speaking engagements and is a dynamic leader for Jewish causes internationally. Bruce steers USIEA’s Board of Directors, ensuring overall organizational health. He is an active member of the Temple Beth Shalom in Auburn. Bruce currently serves as Senior Fellow & Chairman of the US-Israel Education Association Board of Directors.
Bruce Pearl
John Ondrasik, known professionally as Five for Fighting, is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum recording artist whose songs include “Superman,” “100 Years,” and “World.” In 2024, he released “OK (We Are Not OK),” addressing the October 7 Hamas attacks and moral failures in the West. He performed the song at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv during Iran’s April 2024 attack on Israel. The Wall Street Journal has called him “The Lone Voice for Israel in the Arts.”
John Ondrasik
Eric Metaxas is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of Bonhoeffer and five other NYT bestsellers, including Martin Luther, Miracles, If You Can Keep It, Seven Men, and Is Atheism Dead?. His Letter to the American Church was adapted into a documentary film, and Is Atheism Dead? is currently in development as a streaming series. Metaxas is the founder and host of Socrates in the City and The Eric Metaxas Radio Show, a nationally syndicated program airing weekly on TBN. His work has been translated into more than 25 languages and featured in major publications worldwide. In 2025, he was appointed to President Trump’s Commission on Religious Liberty and named a Distinguished President’s Fellow at Cornerstone University.
Eric Metaxas
An author, mathematician, and political commentator, Dr. James Lindsay has written eight books spanning a range of subjects including education, postmodern theory, and critical race theory. He is the Founder of New Discourses, an organization dedicated to shining the light of objective truth in subjective darkness. Dr. Lindsay is the co-author of “Cynical Theories: How Activist Scholarship Made Everything about Race, Gender, and Identity, and Why This Harms Everybody” and is the author of “Race Marxism,” as well as his newest book, “The Marxification of Education.” He has been a featured guest on Fox News, Glenn Beck, Joe Rogan, and NPR, and he has spoken at the Oxford Union and the EU Parliament.
Dr. James Lindsay
Andy got his lucky call to play ‘David Wallace’ on NBC’s The Office in 2005, which led to a steady 20-year acting career. An Irish Catholic from Boston, he also spent time growing up in the Midwest and South Florida. Before heading to NYC to study acting, he graduated from Stanford University, where he played on the NCAA Golf Team. Andy was a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch for 6 years before he got his break on ‘The Office.’ He’s married with 2 sons and is a big supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and more recently has been speaking out for Israel and the Jewish People.
Andy Buckley
Dr. Dan Diker is President of the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs, succeeding Ambassador Dr. Dore Gold in 2022. Leading international expert on antisemitism, Israel delegitimization, BDS, U.S.–Israel relations, and Middle East security. He has authored and edited numerous books on national security, including Iran’s Race for Regional Supremacy and the Defensible Borders for a Secure Israel series. He has advised the Prime Minister’s Office, served as a policy advisor to the Knesset Forum against BDS, and previously held senior leadership roles as Secretary General and CEO of the World Jewish Congress. He is a frequent media commentator and has appeared on major Israeli and international news networks.
Dr. Dan Diker
Faith Ambassadors
Rev. Johnnie Moore, PhD, serves as Vice Chancellor and Managing Director of Middle East Studies at Pepperdine University. He is a 2025–2026 Visiting Fellow at the SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University and a member of Harvard’s Council for Civic Strength. He also serves on the board of the Anti-Defamation League. A global evangelical leader, Moore works at the intersection of faith, diplomacy, and foreign policy, particularly in the Middle East and in defense of persecuted communities. His advocacy contributed to humanitarian and religious freedom efforts and led to sanctions against him by the Chinese Communist Party in 2021. Moore is the author of ten books, including Defying ISIS and The Next Jihad, co-host of the podcast Babel Undone, […]
Rev. Dr. Johnnie Moore
Ed Litton serves as lead pastor of Redemption Church in Mobile, Alabama, a multi-site congregation focused on church planting, missions, and disciple-making. He previously planted Mountain View Baptist Church in 1987 and became pastor of First Baptist North Mobile in 1994, later helping lead its relaunch as Redemption Church. Under his leadership, the church has supported church plants across North America, including in New York City, Cleveland, Denver, Tucson, Northern Virginia, Las Vegas, and Puerto Rico. Ed holds degrees from Grand Canyon University, Southwestern Theological Seminary, and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and served as the 63rd president of the Southern Baptist Convention.
Pastor Ed Litton
Originally from Long Island, New York, Jeremy Stein has served as Director of the Center for Holy Lands Studies since 2024, after five years as a Teaching Specialist. Prior to this, he spent five years in pastoral ministry at Neighborhood Assembly of God in Bellmore, New York. Jeremy holds bachelor’s degrees in Biblical Studies and Pastoral Ministries from Zion Bible College, and a Master’s in Ancient Judaism and the Origins of Christianity from Nyack College. He teaches Archaeology at North Central University and New Testament and Biblical Languages at Evangel University. Jeremy is passionate about teaching the Bible through the context of the lands themselves and resides in Springfield, Missouri, with his wife Miriam and son Zachery.
Jeremy Stein
Dr. Susan Michael is the USA President of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem and a leading figure in Christian engagement with Israel for over four decades. She founded the American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI), the largest evangelical leadership network supporting Israel. An author and international speaker, Dr. Michael has developed influential educational resources, including ICEJ U and IsraelAnswers.com, and has written extensively on antisemitism and Jewish-Christian relations.
Dr. Susan Michael
Chris Kuehl is the COO of Restore7, an organization that focuses on cultural reformation based in Franklin, Tn. He is also the author of Is God A Zionist: Finding God’s Story in a World Obsessed with Israel. He co-hosts the podcast One New Man with John Myers, which is a show that interacts with many topics related to the Church and the Jewish people. Chris is also the founder of Present Witness, an organization that addresses modern theological questions and challenges as it relates to Israel, the Jewish people, and the church. He is also currently earning his Master’s degree in Theology. He resides in Franklin, TN with his wife and son.
Chris Kuehl
Mark Hattabaugh is a senior pastor, chaplain, educator, and global missions leader with decades of ministry experience. Raised in Argentina and based in Florida, he has served as Senior Pastor of The Pentecostals of Cooper City since 1997. His leadership roles include Global Missions Board Member of the United Pentecostal Church International, Disaster Response Director for Compassion Services International, and Senior Police Chaplain for the Miramar Police and Fire Department. He has led multiple missions and humanitarian deployments to Israel, including post–October 7 support efforts.
Pastor Mark Hattabaugh
Pastor Carlos Duran leads the National Hispanic Pastors Alliance, empowering the Hispanic faith community across the U.S. with over 30 years of ministry experience. Recognized by the Obama White House as a “Champion of Change,” he has partnered with organizations across the U.S. and Latin America to advance faith-based initiatives. A committed supporter of Israel, Rev. Duran has led hundreds of pastors and students on trips to Israel, educating on combating antisemitism and advocating for Israel with elected officials. He was in Israel during the October 7, 2023, attacks and returned multiple times during the war. He was named a top U.S. Pro-Israel Christian leader by The Jerusalem Post and the Israel Allies Foundation.
Pastor Carlos Duran
Impact Council
Shabbos Kestenbaum is a Gen Z political commentator at PragerU and former lead plaintiff in a landmark civil rights lawsuit against Harvard University. He is a regular contributor on national media, has testified multiple times in front of the United States Congress as well as the Israeli Knesset, and lectures internationally on religious freedom, American politics, and you-related issues
Shabbos Kestenbaum
Danny Burmawi is the founder and CEO of the Ideological Defense Institute (IDI), a nonprofit research and educational organization dedicated to restoring confidence in and defending the Judeo-Christian principles that shaped Western civilization against anti-Western theological and ideological systems. Coming from a Muslim Jordanian background, Danny converted to Christianity, moved to Lebanon, and lived there for fifteen years, where he led multiple organizations across the Middle East. He is a leading voice on Middle East affairs and countering political Islam, holds a Master of Theological Studies, and is the author of the #1 bestselling book Islam, Israel and the West.
Danny Burmawi
Tinashe Peter is a Zimbabwean American digital creator and social commentator whose devotion to defending Western values stemmed from his childhood experiences, growing up in both a third-world socialist dictatorship and, later, in the Bay Area, a hub of “woke” ideology. After nearly a decade of living as a “closeted Conservative,” he finally took the necessary step to become a public voice within the fight for the West, a decision that was met with as much conflict as support, due to the constant pressures of conformity of black Americans to the Democratic Party. Since then, Tinashe has become an advocate for not only Christian Conservativism, but also Zionism and the Jewish community, a passion that developed after his exposure to […]
Tinashe Peter
Mansur Ashkar is an Israeli Druze and the host and creator of The Ashkar Show podcast. A former IDF special forces officer, father, and independent media voice, he focuses on challenging misinformation and bringing clarity to complex global issues.
Mansur Ashkar
Adam W. Schindler serves as Chief Technology Officer at the America First Policy Institute, where he leads technology strategy, digital infrastructure, and data-driven innovation. He has held senior leadership roles across technology, media, accounting, and nonprofit organizations, with expertise in digital architecture, analytics, messaging strategy, and large-scale web systems. His work often sits at the intersection of public policy, culture, and emerging technology. Schindler holds a degree in philosophy of comparative religion from Colorado State University and is an ordained pastor. He is also a novelist, storyteller, and author of Pharaoh: Curse of the Kings, with a lifelong connection to Israel and the ancient Near East.
Adam Schindler, AFPI
Dr. A.J. Nolte is an Associate Professor of politics at Regent University’s Robertson School of Government, and the chair of RSG’s PHD in Government, Master of Arts in Government, and Master of Arts in International Development programs. In May 2024, Dr. Nolte launched Regent University’s Israel Institute, which educates the Regent community and the public about the history and politics of the modern state of Israel. He is the Co-chair of the Christian cohort at the Academic Engagement Network, which seeks to combat campus antisemitism in the United States, and a member of the Virginia Israel Advisory Board. Dr. Nolte earned his PHD from Catholic University of America, with dissertation research focused on the relationship between Islam and the state.
Dr. A.J. Nolte
Eric Rubin is a nonprofit executive and global advocate combating antisemitism and anti-Zionism. He is the President and CEO of Project Max, an organization of professional athletes using sports to fight racism and intolerance, and serves as a Global Ambassador for the Maccabi World Union. Recognized by the Knesset as a “Voice of Iron” for Israel, Rubin regularly speaks internationally, including at the United Nations, on sports diplomacy and people-to-people engagement rooted in shared Judeo-Christian values.
Eric Rubin
Dr. Eric Cohu is the incoming Athletic Director at Little Rock Christian Academy, bringing 27 years of football coaching experience across the South, including state championships in Alabama, Arkansas, and Virginia. His faith has led him to Israel for over 20 years, where he’s taught, conducted tours, and coached football. Recently, he spent 9 months coaching Israel’s first high school national team, which will debut against Italy in May 2026. In addition to his athletic leadership, Dr. Cohu serves as an adjunct professor at Liberty University, blending his passion for sports and education to mentor future leaders.
Eric Cohu, Ed.D.
Dumisani Washington is the Founder and CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI), and the former Diversity Outreach Coordinator for the over 10 million-member Christians United for Israel (CUFI). He is also the host of the Truth to Power Live with Dumisani Washington podcast. Dumisani is a pastor, professional musician—graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music—and author whose latest book is the second edition of Zionism & the Black Church: Why Standing with Israel Will be a Defining Issue for Christians of Color in the 21st Century. He and his wife, Valerie, have been married 37 years and have six children and four grandchildren
Pastor Dumisani Washington
Pastor Greg Denham is the Senior Pastor of Rise Church in San Marcos, California, and founder of the Pastors Alliance for Israel. He mobilizes church leaders to support Israel, confront antisemitism, and lead outreach efforts. After the October 7, 2023, attacks, Pastor Greg led an evangelical delegation to Israel in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Featured on The Charlie Kirk Show and The Eric Metaxas Radio Show, Greg is also a national conference speaker and the author of Rediscovering the Original Jesus Movement. He and his wife, Stephanie, are proud parents and grandparents to a growing family.
Pastor Greg Denham
Dr. Erez Soref is the President and CEO of One For Israel, a grassroots educational ministry of Jewish-background followers of Jesus. Under his leadership, One For Israel has become a leading voice in Jewish and Arab communities in Israel and worldwide. He also oversees thge Israel College of the Bible, Israel’s only accredited Bible college and seminary, training current and future leaders of the Israeli Christian movement. Through media, One For Israel reaches massive audiences globally, with Hebrew-language content viewed over 300 million times. The organization is also active in large-scale humanitarian aid, supporting Israeli communities through emergency response, trauma care, and post-war recovery.
Erez Soref
Aviram Bellaishe is a leading expert in regional geopolitics, Middle Eastern affairs, and influence operations, with 27 years of service in Israel’s security apparatus in senior command positions. His work focused on negotiations, perception, and mechanisms of influence, earning him three excellence awards from the head of the security directorate. Following his service, Bellaishe advanced commercial, economic, and technological cooperation with Arab countries, including through senior roles at Doron, Tikotzky, Kantor, Gutman, Amit, Gross & Co. He also managed the Israeli Peace Initiative Steering Committee and serves on the Executive Committee of Mena2050. Bellaishe holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in law with honors and is a doctoral candidate researching consciousness engineering and religious propaganda.
Aviram Belaish
Uri Steinberg is a ninth-generation Israeli and a leading specialist in Christian-Jewish relations. Since May 2023, he has headed Cityserve Israel, where he has led key initiatives supporting communities in the Gaza Envelope following the October 7 attacks, including immediate relief efforts and long-term development projects. Previously, he served as Israel’s Tourism Commissioner to North America, helping drive record-breaking tourism growth to nearly one million North American visitors in 2018. Uri has held senior roles in Israel’s Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Justice, and holds degrees from Hebrew University and Tel Aviv University.
Uri Steinberg
For more than 25 years, David Nekrutman has been a leading voice in Jewish-Christian relations. He currently serves as Executive Director of The Isaiah Project, which equips Christians with resources to better understand the Hebraic roots of their faith while providing humanitarian support to Christian Arab families in Bethlehem. In 2023, he launched Biblical Excavations, the first Bible curriculum to integrate critical thinking skills with the study of Scripture. Following October 7, he has supported rehabilitation efforts for affected Israeli border communities. David was honored by Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a Goodwill Ambassador of Jewish-Christian Relations and serves on the Jewish Advisory Board for The Chosen.
Rabbi David Nekrutman
Judeo-christian zionist, congress
February 16-17, 2026
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Judeo-christian zionist, congress
February 16-17, 2026
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