This book is written as a simplified narrative of a complex historical and theological subject. It is written in prophetic language, providing a spiritual overview of the historical developments surrounding the rise and disappearance of Messianic Judaism in ancient times, as well as its rebirth in recent decades. This prophetic perspective explores the task before us and the fitting response to the resurrection of these "dry bones" by the power of the Holy Spirit, as prophesied by the Prophet Ezekiel.
Catholics for Israel is an apostolate faithful to the Church’s Magisterium, entrusted by Christ with authentically interpreting the word of God. Our convictions about Israel and the Jewish people rest on official Catholic teaching, especially Nostra Aetate §4 and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Here we explain what that means for our mission and commitments.
Why Catholics for Israel? Our mission begins with the Jewish roots of the Catholic faith and God’s enduring covenant with Israel. This article traces the Church’s relationship with the Jewish people, confronts the wounds of the past, and explores today’s challenges: reconciliation in the Messiah, opposition to antisemitism, and support for Israel in fidelity to God’s promises.
Should Catholics support Israel? Does the modern State of Israel still share in any aspect of God's election, or should it be viewed simply as one nation among others on the world stage? This article takes up these questions by tracing the biblical and magisterial foundations of a Catholic understanding of Israel. It offers clear theological and catechetical principles to help Catholics navigate the enduring “mystery of Israel” in light of Scripture, Tradition, and the Church’s authoritative teaching.
