HANDS OF MERCY INTERNATIONAL
Special Message
SHALOM, DEAR FRIENDS AND PRAYER WARRIORS,
We want to thank you for standing with our ministry, our family, and with Israel during these turbulent days. Your prayers and encouragement have meant so much.
Due to the increasing danger posed by Iran’s regime—who openly and repeatedly threaten to "wipe Israel off the map"—Israel has had no choice but to take those words seriously and at face value. As Iran neared the point of no return in its nuclear capabilities, decisive action had to be taken to prevent an unthinkable catastrophe.
Please remember that over 80% of the population there are hoping and even praying their government, totalitarian and oppressive, will topple and be replaced by an open-border and open-minded, modern government that will allow freedom for women, freedom of conscience and religion, and a government who will choose peace.
The actions of Israel have been welcomed with praise by millions of Iranians all over Iran, hoping this will tilt the balance and free their nation.
While we rejoice at the prospect of a free Iran and the toppling of this regime that has oppressed their own people and especially minorities such as Christians, at the same time, we are sorrowful regarding every lost soul, as every life matters to our God, and we never rejoice in suffering, of any person, any city, or nation.
At the same time, we need to be alert spiritually and be with hearing hearts, to listen to what God is saying.
Zechariah 12 states that even when God Himself chooses to destroy the enemies of Israel, He does not do it until He pours out a spirit of grace and supplication over the nations and brings the nation to repentance and a calling on HIM and a relying on HIM and not on our own strength, for salvation. THAT's when He can step in and help us HIMSELF.
When it's OUR battles, we will have to fight them with our own strength. When the battles are HIS, HE will fight for us.
So, please, use the attached PDF of 365 prayers for Israel, as a reminder, to pray for the nation of Israel and the nations around, using the WORD of GOD, and seek to be in sync with HIS divine will and purpose, whatever those will look like...
His ways are better, HIS thoughts are deeper, HIS love is stronger...
Shalom
And a special request from me, as a father:
Keep my daughter in prayers, as she has once more been drafted to active service,
and also my foster son, who has also once again been drafted for active service.
— HOM team
Empowering Change, Serving Society
Who We Are
Hands of Mercy International (HOM) is a humanitarian and social change organization dedicated to supporting families and individuals in Israel and beyond who face trauma, crisis, poverty, and social disadvantage. Rooted in Israel’s calling to be a light to all nations, HOM seeks to bring comfort and empowerment not only to those within Israel but also across the world. By mobilizing compassion both from Israel and to global communities, we strive to make a lasting difference for those in need.
Our mission is inspired by a commitment to love and bless all descendants of Abraham, both the sons of Isaac and the sons of Ishmael, within and surrounding Israel. In regions of conflict, HOM remains unchanged, coming to the aid of those in need regardless of politics or ethnicity, to the extent that openness and access to our work allow.
We prioritize building strong, sustainable partnerships with local organizations and community leaders. Through mentoring and empowering these groups to take ownership of their community’s needs, HOM focuses on creating a profound and sustainable impact without expanding our own organization. We believe that collaboration yields greater and more lasting societal change, aligning with our mission of compassion and empowerment.
How we are making a difference
Assistance to individuals and communities affected by war and terrorism
Since 1992, Hands of Mercy has been actively assisting individuals and families victimised by suicide terrorism and war throughout Israel, including many victims of the horrific wave of suicide terrorism during the 'Second Intifada'. Between 2009 and 2021, 'Hands of Mercy' operated 'Tents of Victory', a humanitarian outreach center established to assist vulnerable members of the small community of S'derot, which has endured years of relentless rocket fire from the neighbouring Gaza Strip. In 2022, in response to the dire situation of Ukrainian civilians trapped in areas of armed conflict in the Russia-Ukraine war, Hands of Mercy has courageously began to participate in civilian evacuations and other front-line humanitarian work in Ukraine, in partnership with the German charity 'House of Hope'.
Outreach to youth at risk
Motivated by compassion and deeply moved by tragic stories, the Hands of Mercy team opened the Adullam outreach center for at-risk youth in Jerusalem in 2019. Until 2021, it served as a sanctuary with emergency accommodation, meals, activities, and robust support. Despite its closure, the 'Mercy team' continues outreach through support groups, ensuring ongoing help for at-risk youth.
Excitingly, our German partner, House of Hope, pre-financed a visionary project—a transformative Hope Center in Ashdod, heavily impacted by rocket attacks. In collaboration with local pastors, the Hope Center aims to empower believers, focusing on Ukrainian and Russian-speaking communities. Beyond Ashdod, the broader vision is to create a replicable blueprint for Hope Centers in various locations, extending positive impact far beyond a single city.