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PASTOR JOHN HAGEECUFI Founder and Chairman
What an incredible year!
At the 2019 Washington DC Summit one thing was clear—the bond between America and Israel has never been stronger—and CUFI plays a vital role in this truth.
After another incredible summit I couldn’t think of a better way to share my excitement and gratitude than to look back over all that took place this July with those of you who helped make it happen.
Your support of CUFI makes it possible for us to be a powerful voice on Capitol Hill as we speak with our elected officials about standing with Israel and the Jewish people. You are a core piece of the CUFI family and without your faithfulness to Israel through our mission it wouldn’t be possible to protect and defend Israel from attacks in the media, on college campuses, and in Washington, D.C. Thank you - we are deeply grateful!
We have accomplished much but we have only begun! Our work is more crucial than ever as we do all we can to educate, motivate and activate our members - enabling us to continue to shape and strengthen the US-Israel relationship. Together we are not just writing history—we are changing it for the good!
Many blessings to you and those you love,
“Anti-Semitism is bigger than ever before, but CUFI is more effective than ever before.”
MIKE PENCEVice President of the United States
“Christians in America are among Israel’s greatest friends.”
MIKE POMPEO U.S. Secretary of State
“For decades, you’ve been leading the effort to support and strengthen Israel within the Christian community.”
BENJAMIN NETANYAHU Israeli Prime Minister
“From my childhood I grew up and absorbed the
necessity of an independent Jewish country that could
fight and defend itself.”
IDF MAJOR BARAK GANOT
“I am proud to stand here today representing the IDF and Israel.”
IDF LT. COL.REUT RETTIG-WEISS
“Israel’s enemies cannot rest and neither can we. We must always be stronger, smarter, and more committed to our relationship with Israel.”
DAVID FRIEDMANU.S. Ambassador to Israel
“No regime that chants ‘death to Israel’ or ‘death to America’ will get a deal with this administration.”
JOHN BOLTONUS Ambassador
“The real story is being written here by you. Your gathering here today will determine the future for all of us.”
MALCOLM HOENLEINVice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations
“CUFI is our greatest defense to fight anti-Semitism in the halls of Congress, the streets, cities, and civil societies of the world. For our family, partnership with CUFI is not a decision but a command from God. Thank you CUFI for the commitment to the Lord’s leading in these times.”
DAN CELIA Pennsylvania – District 6
“As a Christian it is not only our responsibility but it is also our privilege to stand up for the Jewish people and the State of Israel. There is no better place to do that than at the DC Summit as we come together with thousands … and then we take that truth into the halls of Congress to let our voices be heard with our legislators. Attending Summit enables us to put our faith into action!”
SHARI DILG Indiana – District 06
“You cannot defeat what you cannot define.”
PASTOR JOHN HAGEECUFI Founder and Chairman
At a time when anti-Semitism is emerging from the shadows hiding behind the thin veil of anti-Zionism and Replacement Theology within our churches, college campuses, and even America’s Congress—CUFI chose the Anti-Semitism Awareness Act as our top legislative agenda item for this year’s Summit.
This legislation directs the U.S. Department of Education to use the leading definition of anti-Semitism when investigating allegations of unlawful harassment against Jewish students. To effectively combat it—we must unite as one and stand up for the Jewish people—simply because it is the right thing to do.
“The boss is in town and that’s you.”
ROY BLUNT US Senator
“CUFI has an enormous impact here in Washington, across the country, and across the world.”
TED CRUZUS Senator
“We can talk about issues here, but it [progress] isn’t possible without thousands of working Americans raising their voice.”
MARCO RUBIO US Senator
“I am thankful that you are all here today to go on the Hill and expand the number of sponsors to see the Anti-Semitism Awareness Act fly through the Senate and into the House.”
TIM SCOTTUS Senator
“I cannot say I am a Christian and not love the Jewish people.”
MARIANO RIVERAHall of Fame Pitcher
“Your presence here stands in sharp contrast to the noise we hear day in and day out in Congress.”
DAN CRENSHAWUS Representative
“Christians have a mandate not to remain silent on Israel’s behalf. As American citizens we have the right to stand before our two senators and one congressman and state our position on Israel and the Jewish people. We must not keep silent. As effective as our individual voice is—it is not as effective as when we come together with over 7 million people and stand with one voice for Zion’s sake. Our unity is where the blessing and power resides.”
DIANA HAGEECUFI Co-Executive Director
“When we drop our children off at Jewish day school…I have to look in my children’s eyes…and say, “America is safe.” And the only reason I can say that is because of you in this room and the seven million Americans that you represent.”
SHARI DOLLINGERCUFI Co-Executive Director
“The DC summit provides reliable, up-to-date information on current topics concerning Israel and our nation’s stand with Israel. I’m always encouraged and charged up in my faith, prayer life and support of CUFI when I attend Summit and this year was over the top!”
PASTOR CORRINE CARDOZA Daughter’s for Zion California State Director
“In the beginning, I remember having to introduce CUFI on Capitol Hill. Now, fourteen years later, CUFI is a recognized and respected force that is giving increased value and volume to the pro-Israel voices across America. I’m already looking forward to our Washington Summit in 2020!”
PASTOR SCOTT THOMASCUFI Executive BoardFlorida - District 15
“Looking at CUFI on Campus is looking at the future of the US-Israel relationship.”
JESSICA MARZUCCO, Director of CUFI on Campus
My name is Daniel Karalash, and I'm
a student at Harvard University. When I first
attended college, I saw Israel as the apple of God's eye, but I had no idea how to defend it against the onslaught of negative bias. I was taught that Zionists were terrorists, and that Israel was a grievous violator of human rights.
That was when a student introduced me to CUFI. I immediately immersed myself in the educational material they provided and was able to attend the summit in D.C. because of a sponsorship. After being equipped, I encouraged others to do the same. Together with the help of CUFI, we have recently managed to establish a permanent chapter at Harvard College. This crucial chapter will serve as a beacon of truth to influence students that are on their way to becoming national leaders.
God is using students to pave the truth in the midst of false narratives. In addition, He is using CUFI to train and equip those students nationwide and beyond, and He is using YOU to provide CUFI on Campus a lifeline of support. We're in this together. Thank you for standing by our side.
“We thank Thee for the miracle of CUFI, for giving godly messengers, Christians throughout the world, who come here year after year in solidarity and unity in support of Israel and the Jewish people. We thank Thee for CUFI on Campus, our campus warriors who like Israel’s military prevail by their consciousness of mission.”
RABBI SCHEINBERG
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“Throughout the Middle East, Christians are persecuted in every nation, except one: the nation of Israel. Only in Israel are you free to worship God without fear of losing your life…you see, the only safe place for Christians in the Middle East is the nation of Israel.”
BISHOP KEITH BUTLER CUFI Executive Board
