Over the past months, the Lord has led us into a step of faith that we did not take lightly. We opened the humanitarian aid center in Haifa not because everything was already secure, but because the need was already at the door. As we prayed, it became clear that waiting for certainty would mean turning people away who were already hurting. There was no safety net beneath us—only obedience, prayer, and a deep conviction that love must move when it is needed.
So we stepped forward, and now the doors are open.
Each day, people pass by the center. Some slow their steps, some look through the window, and some gather the courage to come inside. They arrive quietly, without demands or expectations, simply carrying need. We meet homeless men who have learned not to ask for much, families living under constant financial pressure, elderly people, and new immigrants—Jewish and Arab alike. Many are living very close to the edge, and some have already fallen beyond it.
Since opening, the center has begun to find its place in the city, not through announcements or advertising, but through presence and consistency. Day by day, trust is built through kindness and through the simple choice to open the door every morning and welcome whoever comes. As relationships form, conversations begin naturally—often about life, pain, hope, and faith. In time, many ask why we serve the way we do, and it is in those moments that we are able to speak gently and openly about Yeshua, not as an argument, but as a testimony of love.
One day, a man named Joseph walked in. Joseph is homeless, and his life has been shaped by loss and long seasons of instability. He did not come with many words. He simply needed food, warmth, and help getting through the day. Our team welcomed him, offered him a food bag, warm clothing, and a blanket, and treated him with dignity and respect—because before anything else, Joseph is a person who matters. As with many who return to the center, these simple acts of care opened the door to trust, conversation, and prayer.
Joseph’s story is not unique. It is becoming familiar.
This is what ministry in Haifa looks like right now. It is not built around programs or events, but around people—real faces, real hunger, and real moments where the Gospel is shared in a personal and relational way, rooted in listening, presence, and love.
Every food bag we prepare is done with care. Each one contains more than sixteen essential items—simple, ready-to-eat food designed especially for those who cannot cook, carry heavy boxes, or store supplies. Each bag costs about $50, and each one represents a person being helped through difficult days and long nights.
Printed on every bag are gentle words, in Arabic, Hebrew, English, and Russian: “He went about doing good… Go and do likewise.” Some read them slowly, some ask about them, and some say nothing at all. Yet in these small moments, something holy happens. The Gospel speaks—not loudly or forcefully, but quietly and clearly.
As we continue, we are also preparing to begin serving hot meals at the center. Warm food in a warm space, where people can sit, breathe, and be treated with dignity. Shared meals create space for deeper connection, prayer, and meaningful conversations where hearts often begin to open.
The need here is real, the people are coming, and the doors remain open. At the same time, we want to share honestly with you as a family that this step of faith also carries weight. To keep the center open and serving steadily, we need friends who are willing to walk with us in a regular way.
Monthly support allows us to plan responsibly, to serve without fear of interruption, and to continue welcoming each person who walks through the door. Just as importantly, it allows our team the time and stability to build relationships, walk alongside people, pray with them, and share the hope of the Gospel in a way that is respectful, relational, and lasting.
This is not just humanitarian work. It is ministry lived out in ordinary, faithful ways. Every meal served, every bag given, and every conversation held with care becomes a seed. Quietly, this work reflects the love of Yeshua and bears witness to God’s faithfulness to the people of this land—Jew and Arab alike.
Thank you for praying with us, for caring, and for walking with us as we continue forward in faith, trusting that the One who called us to step out will also sustain us.
With love and gratitude,
Pastor Saleem