RICI hosts CUFI district director

In August, the Rhode Island Coalition for Israel (RICI) sponsored and hosted the Latino District Director of Christians United for Israel (CUFI), Pastor Daniel Gonzalez, at various events during the month. Pastor Gonzalez and RICI delivered impactful presentations, both in Spanish and English, about the importance of Israel and Zionism from a biblical perspective at multiple churches in the state including Vision Evangelica, Vida Abundante, Evangelica el Mesias and Manatial de Vida churches in Providence, Shalom Emunah in North Providence, and Praise Tabernacle in Cranston. In addition, Pastor Gonzalez was interviewed by Radio Renacer, a local Latino radio station, and he met with clergy to discuss further collaboration and camaraderie between local Jewish and Christian communities.

One of Pastor Gonzalez’s powerful messages, especially eye-opening to some in the Latino faith community, was to debunk myths about the Jews. This included discussion on the dogmatic belief that Jews killed Jesus, or that Jesus was far removed from his Judaism. Furthermore, his discussion on the BDS movement both nationally and locally was an essential part of his presentation, along with historical context and facts about Israel.

RICI will have a presence at an upcoming “Night to Honor Israel” event at Vida Abundante Church on Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Vida Abundante church, 689 Cranston St., Providence. While the event will primarily be in Spanish, the Consul General of Israel to New England, Benjamin Sharoni, will offer remarks in English with Spanish translation available. All in the community are welcome to attend. In addition, Praise Tabernacle will be hosting its annual Night to Honor Israel (in English) on Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. at 330 Park Ave., Cranston. Special guest is Bob Scott, Regional Director of Christians United for Israel. For more information, please email maria@ricoalitionforisrael.org

Submitted by the Rhode Island Coalition for Israel