FZS War Update from Jerusalem 2024
FZS Continues to Love and Comfort His People
during the Crisis of War with Good Things to Give
“…when you open your hand, they are
satisfied with good things.” Ps. 104:28
Some of the many recent aid shipments received at FZS warehouse in Jerusalem
Dear Friends of For Zion’s Sake Ministries,
Greetings from war weary Israel!
As the IDF continues intense fighting in Gaza, the final Hamas terror battalions are trapped in the remaining strong holds in the southern most part of the Gaza Strip in Rafah. Sadly, just as a complete victory is within reach, the world is demanding Israel to cease fire immediately, claiming that we are guilty of “genocide” by endangering the lives of nearly 1.4 million Palestinians there.
Meanwhile, serious negotiations continue in Paris with Hamas for the release of the 136 remaining hostages. Rumors abound that we are close to an agreement that would include a ceasefire that is extended by 1 day for each hostage released, amounting to a temporary cessation of hostilities lasting approximately 6 weeks. Additionally, the deal entails the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners with approximately 10 Palestinian prisoners exchanged for each Israeli hostage… Please pray for God’s will in this matter!
FZS Sends Aid to IDF
Soldiers sleeping in flooded tents and FZS brining cots and mattresses to Golani forces in Gaza
Aid Flown to Israel with ELAL:
149 Emergency Blankets
114 First Aid Kits
32 Hygiene and Travel Kits
197 C-A-T Combat Application Tourniquets
232 Medical Aprons
200 Rain Suits
19 Tents for 8 people each
262 Nitrile Gloves
11 Belts with Tying Function
357 Field Cots
105 Self-inflating Mats
24 Sleeping Bags
110 Tactical Glasses / Eye Protection
100 Tactical Watches
278 Leatherman Multitool
110 Victorinox Swiss Army Knife/Swiss Tool Spirit X
53 Belt Pouches
48 Adhesive tape
5 Packs of Cable Ties
5 Metal Water Bottles
10 Flashlights
91 Permanent Markers
18 Tipp-Ex Whiteout
100 Powerbars / Protein Bars
20 Packs of Dextro Energy / Jemalt Tabs
594 Thermal Underwear Sets
403 Pairs of Socks
221 Pairs of Mittens and Gloves
249 Thermal headwear
167 Neck Warmers
105 Quick-Drying Towels
84 Underwear
26 Thermal Jackets/Cardigans
73 (Fleece) pants
23 Women’s leggings
38 T-Shirts
9 Shorts
2 Pairs of Boots
56 Packs of Fixation Tape / Self-adhesive Finger Tape
157 Packs of Blister Plasters
50 Packs of Extra Robust Waterproof / 100% Aqua protect plasters
1,000+ Sterile Wound Dressings / Waterproof Wound Dressings / Sports Tape / Self-adhesive Elastic Bandage / GentilTac Soft Silicone Interface Layer / DermaPlast Compress Gel Wound / Israeli Rhino Rescue Bandages / Individually Sealed First Aid Bandages / PretapingUnderwrap Rolls / Wound spray / Fixation bandages
The girls who serve are always thankful for new shirts, underwear, socks and thermals
In the midst of this ongoing conflict, it seems each day brings news of another soldier who has fallen in battle. The total IDF losses since the outbreak of war as of this mailing is 569. Let us also remember the thousands of soldiers that have been wounded, many seriously, and those who are currently suffering from PTSD, who need our continued thoughts and prayers.
Igal and others wounded soldiers need our constant prayers!
Please pray for Igal, a Messianic Believer who was seriously injured in Gaza when his Hummer flipped over while on mission. He immediately prayed to God; “Lord, please don’t let me lose my sight – take away the pain!” Despite the severe bleeding on his head and eyes, Igal can now speak and see again today – a true miracle! There are currently over 400 Believers serving in the IDF 
FZS Clothing Distribution Continues in Jerusalem
There seems to be no end to the needy who continue to seek help at FZS Jerusalem. One thing I’ve learned over the years in helping those less fortunate, is that they try not to show their grief in order to maintain their dignity. It is only when we sit down and hear of their real-life struggles and hardships of starting over in a new country, that we again realize how much suffering many Olim must endure, especially during these times of war and uncertainty.
How grateful we are to be here in the center of Jerusalem to offer some hope and a place of refuge for those seeking comfort! Oftentimes, we see faces who come dejected and seemingly hopeless, leave our distribution center with smiles and the peace of being touched by the care and love they receive here…
Needy Olim who recently came to us for assistance in Jerusalem
FZS Delivers Fresh Sourdough Bread to Holocaust Survivors
One of the blessings of having a bakery as our neighbor is that we often receive bread they are not able sell in order to give to the poor and needy. One of the places we often visit is a senior home for Holocaust Survivors. We have made many friends here and they are so thankful when we bring them fresh bread! We also receive many invitations to visit them in their tiny apartments so we can learn more about their stories of survival. PTL!
FZS Blessing Other Non-Profits
In one of our recent shipments, we received almost 1000 pairs of new children’s Nike shoes. We then contacted “Shalva,” a Jerusalem based organization helping children with special needs from all over Israel. We were able to bless them with 200 pairs of shoes and other new kids clothing. We will certainly be bringing more aid to them as the warmer months are approaching. Here are some pictures they shared with us in gratefulness…
If there is ever a time to pray for Israel it is now! We have been at war for nearly 5 months and Hamas is still holding 136 Israeli hostages. It should also be noted that Israelis are increasingly divided about the political horizon as the rift between the left and right is growing stronger by the day. It is a very serious and dangerous time as left-wing protest rallies numbering in the tens of thousands are spreading, which could lead to civil disobedience and bloodshed amongst fellow Israelis. Please also pray for our northern border’s protection as the situation continues to escalate with Hezbollah.
Thank you very much for being a part of blessing God’s people through our outreach of support, comfort and encouragement, especially in these turbulent times! The Lord is so good and faithful to keep our aid supply lines open and filled with GOOD things to give!
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Bradley and our FZS staff
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Aid to Israel and the Nations