Evangelical Leaders Representing a Quarter Billion Friends of Zion Worldwide Unite on Anniversary of the October 7 Massacre
JERUSALEM, Oct. 7, 2025 — Evangelical leaders representing more than a quarter of a billion Christians worldwide have united to mark the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks on Israel.
At the invitation of Dr. Mike Evans, founder of the Friends of Zion Heritage Center and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, pastors and ministry leaders from across the globe recorded and shared messages of solidarity with Israel — condemning the rise of antisemitism and reaffirming their long-term commitment to stand with the Jewish state.
Pastor Jack Graham, Pastor of Prestonwood Baptist spoke to his congregation last Sunday, sharing what they have already done to help the Israel people and praying in solidarity for the country. His video message is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WMN_cDJBFU
Leaders Participating Included
● Jack Graham – Pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church
● Clint Pressley — Senior Pastor, Hickory Grove Baptist Church; President, Southern Baptist Convention
● Doug Clay — General Superintendent, Assemblies of God
● Skip Heitzig — Calvary Church with Skip Heitzig
● Max Lucado — Teaching Minister, Oak Hills Church
● Dr. Jay Strack — Founder, Student Leadership University
● Erick Stakelbeck — Host, The Watchman on TBN
● Mat Staver — Founder and Chairman, Liberty Counsel
● Ralph Reed — Founder and Chairman, Faith & Freedom Coalition
These leaders delivered messages of hope and strength to the people of Israel, expressing admiration for the nation’s resilience and faith amid ongoing challenges. A special time of prayer will be held this Sunday at churches around the world for the families of victims, the hostages, and the soldiers defending the country. Participants also pledged to intensify efforts to combat antisemitism globally, especially across the Middle East and beyond.
“We cannot be silent while evil rages,” said Dr. Evans, founder of FOZ, the Jerusalem Prayer Team, and visionary behind the Ambassadors for Israel Summit. “The pulpit must speak louder than the propaganda. We are calling on pastors across America to lift their voices — against violence and antisemitism, and in biblical support of Israel.”
In observance of the anniversary, Dr. Evans urged U.S. pastors to pray for Israel during Sunday services on October 12 and to record their own video messages of support.
Ambassadors for Israel Summit
Friends of Zion (FOZ), in partnership with the State of Israel, will host the inaugural Ambassadors for Israel Summit, December 1–8, 2025 — one of the largest mobilizations of Christian leaders in modern history.
While the 2025 delegation has reached capacity, registration is now open for 2026. Pastors and ministry leaders may apply at https://giving.foz.org/fozap/ or enroll in the online Ambassadors Certification Program launching soon.
About Friends of Zion
The Friends of Zion Heritage Center is a Jerusalem-based movement and museum founded by Dr. Mike Evans. FOZ celebrates Israel’s allies, fights antisemitism, and builds enduring bridges of friendship between Christians and the Jewish people.
“Dr. Evans has been a true friend to Israel for over 50 years,” said Rich Wilkerson, Pastor of Peacemakers Trinity Church in Miami. “He has never turned away from struggle or strife. His dedication to Israel is unwavering.”