VIDEO: Listening to all the peoples of the Holy Land

CMJ USA • October 7, 2024

Israel reports by Bishop Julian Dobbs, CMJ USA board member, and Rev. David Pileggi, rector of Christ Church Jerusalem

In the first week of October, ACNA Archbishop Steve Wood dispatched Bishop Julian Dobbs, Chair of the Global Mission and International Relations Task Force, to visit Israel. Bishop Julian also serves on the board of CMJ USA.

Bishop Julian met with Jewish communities throughout Israel, Palestinian Christians in the West Bank, and families of those directly affected by the October 7, 2023 massacre. Hear him recount his experience to Kevin Kallsen of Anglican Unscripted in the video below.

Bishop Julian call us to three actions in support of the suffering in the Middle East:

Pray for all the peoples of the Holy Land.
Be informed. Remember it is a personal tragedy before it is a political situation.
Stand against antisemitism. There is no place in the church or the world for antisemitism.
Remind others that there are still 100 hostages in Gaza.

A few days before, Kevin Kallsen also interviewed Rev. David Pileggi, the rector of Christ Church Jerusalem. Christ Church Jerusalem, founded my CMJ, is the oldest Protestant Christian community in the Middle East. In this interview, David gives his analysis of the on going Middle East conflict.

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Fuel the Mission: CMJ USA Day of Giving, October 14

By Carino Casas • August 25, 2026

2026 has been a remarkable year of connection for CMJ USA. Traveling across the country to meet so many of you in person—at churches, conferences, and gatherings—is always a highlight of our ministry. From our early trips through South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to our upcoming visits in California, Texas, and Virginia (plus the meaningful Seders and teachings close to home in Pennsylvania), we are deeply grateful for every open door. As we look ahead, we are preparing for a major milestone: launching Emunah in 2027 and introducing it to congregations nationwide. To reach as many communities as possible, we need to build a strong digital and physical foundation today. Here is where your Day of Giving support directly makes an impact: Expanding Emunah: While Emunah will initially launch as a digital download, our goal is to expand into print editions and high-quality video instruction to maximize its reach. Travel & Outreach: Bringing the Jewish roots of our faith directly to local congregations requires flights, rental cars, and boots on the ground. Upgrading Our Digital Presence: We are optimizing our website to make key resources easily accessible and expanding CMJ’s voice on social media to actively counter anti-Jewish rhetoric with truth and clarity. How You Can Partner with Us Today Invite Us to Your Church: We would love to minister to your local congregation in person. Pray for the Ministry: Stand with us in prayer for wisdom, safe travels, and open doors. Invest in the Mission: Consider becoming a monthly donor or giving a strategic one-time gift this Day of Giving. As Director Emeritus Philip Bottomley often reminds us, "The Lord pays for what He orders." We also know He delights in using His saints as conduits of His abundant provision. To our faithful regular donors: thank you. You are integral to everything we do. Will you help us take this next step forward today?