Meet Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies of 2026

The Israel Allies Foundation has released its seventh annual ranking of Christian leaders and public figures who have demonstrated steadfast support for Israel and the Jewish people.

“In honor of Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles), the Israel Allies Foundation is pleased to publish its 7th annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies,” the organization stated.

The foundation said those selected express their support for Israel through “meaningful action, rooted in their deeply held faith.” During the three years since the Oct. 7 attacks, the honorees have become some of Israel’s most vocal defenders around the world.

The 2026 list includes pastors, former politicians, ministry leaders, broadcasters, athletes and young advocates. Some provide humanitarian assistance, while others combat antisemitism, teach Israel’s biblical importance or defend the Jewish state in the public square.

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The late Daystar Television Network co-founder Joni Lamb received the top honor posthumously.

Here are the Israel Allies Foundation’s Top 50 Christian Allies of 2026:

1. Joni Lamb (posthumously) — The Daystar co-founder supported Israel and established a program assisting Holocaust survivors.
2. Paula White-Cain — The White House Faith Office leader has mobilized Christian prayer and support for Israel.
3. Pastors Larry and Tiz Huch — The ministry leaders fight antisemitism and provide humanitarian assistance throughout Israel.
4. Scott Jennings — The CNN commentator regularly defends Israel’s right to protect itself.
5. Dick Saulsbury — The businessman and philanthropist advances Christian-Israeli relations through faith-based diplomacy.
6. Erika Kirk — The Turning Point USA leader publicly supports Israel and condemns antisemitism.
7. Brandon Tatum — The Christian conservative commentator advocates for Israel based on his biblical convictions.
8. Pastors George and Terri Pearsons — The church leaders have spent more than 25 years teaching about and praying for Israel.
9. Pastor John Hagee — The Christians United for Israel founder has directed more than $130 million toward humanitarian causes in Israel.
10. Bishop Robert Stearns — The Eagles’ Wings founder established the Global Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem.
11. Troy Miller — The National Religious Broadcasters president strengthens Christian media support for Israel and Jewish-Christian relations.
12. Lionel Messi — The Catholic soccer legend has maintained longstanding connections with Israel and Jewish organizations.
13. Dr. Jürgen Bühler — The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem president directs worldwide Christian advocacy and humanitarian assistance for Israel.
14. Rev. Peter Fast — The Bridges for Peace CEO oversees food assistance, education and Christian-Jewish bridge-building programs.
15. Pastor Carlito Machado Paes — The Brazilian megachurch pastor regularly leads ministry delegations to Israel.
16. Frank van Oordt — The Christians for Israel Netherlands director mobilizes European support for Israel and Jewish communities.
17. Gary L. Bauer — The American Values president is a longtime Christian public-policy advocate for Israel.
18. Bill Holmes — The entrepreneur supports Israel through the Israel Allies Foundation and faith-based diplomacy.
19. Mariano Rivera — The Baseball Hall of Famer and ordained Christian pastor publicly stands with Israel and the Jewish people.
20. Mosab Hassan Yousef — The Christian convert and former Israeli intelligence asset exposes Hamas ideology and defends Israel.
21. Harris Faulkner — The Fox News anchor has extensively covered Israel, the Oct. 7 attacks and rising antisemitism.
22. Rev. Johnnie Moore — The Christian leader promotes religious freedom and peacemaking involving Arabs and Israelis.
23. Dr. Susan Michael — The ICEJ USA president founded American Christian Leaders for Israel.
24. Kaya Jones — The Christian recording artist uses her platform to advocate for Israel and confront antisemitism.
25. Bishop Robert Bimba — The Liberian church leader promotes agricultural and developmental cooperation between Africa and Israel.
26. Pastor Osvaldo Carnival — The Argentine evangelical leader works to strengthen Christian support for Israel.
27. Pastor Yang Tuck Yoong — The Singapore pastor defends Israel and organizes events honoring the Jewish people.
28. Cardinal Blase Joseph Cupich — The Chicago archbishop condemns antisemitism and affirms God’s enduring covenant with the Jewish people.
29. Earl and Kathleen Cox — The longtime advocates have devoted decades to strengthening Christian-Jewish friendship.
30. Dr. Dave Weldon — The former congressman is the founding chairman of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus.
31. Dr. Leon Meijer — The Christians for Israel International director oversees education, advocacy and humanitarian programs.
32. Tony Perkins — The Family Research Council president promotes Christian advocacy and solidarity with Israel.
33. Bishop Sally William Chinebu — The Nigerian Christian leader strengthens political and spiritual cooperation between African nations and Israel.
34. Pastor Jorge Ovalle — The Guatemalan evangelical leader builds connections between Christians and the Jewish state.
35. Pastor Jack Hibbs — The California pastor teaches Israel’s biblical and contemporary significance through sermons and broadcasts.
36. Rev. Manasa Kolivuso — The Fijian pastor teaches churches why Christians should stand with Israel.
37. Mike Sodrel — The former congressman and Israel Allies Foundation vice chairman supports the U.S.-Israel alliance.
38. Dr. Charles McVety — The Canadian evangelical leader organizes pro-Israel rallies and advocacy campaigns.
39. Michele Bachmann — The former congresswoman leads the Robertson School of Government’s Israel Institute and co-chairs the Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast.
40. Rev. Teresia Wairimu — The Kenyan evangelist calls Christians to pray and intercede for Israel.
41. Pastor César Castellanos — The Colombian ministry leader encourages prayer for Israel and the peace of Jerusalem.
42. Bishop Dr. David A. Sobrepeña — The Filipino evangelical leader founded Word of Hope Christian Church.
43. Tim Dunn — The businessman and Israel Allies Foundation advisory board chairman leads educational visits to Israel.
44. Lawrence Jones — The Fox News host confronts anti-Israel activism and highlights the resilience of Jewish communities.
45. Chloe Sparwath — The Israel Allies Foundation’s congressional affairs coordinator advances pro-Israel work on Capitol Hill.
46. Dr. AJ Nolte — The Regent University Israel Institute director educates Christians about the history and politics of modern Israel.
47. Destiny Albritton — The young Christian Zionist is developing the next generation of Christian advocates for Israel.
48. Pastor Christina Shusho — The Tanzanian gospel minister strengthens Christian solidarity with Israel across East Africa.
49. Scott Sigman — The pastor coordinates assistance for aliyah, Holocaust survivors and emergency bomb shelters in Israel.
50. Jacob Smith — The young Christian commentator counters misinformation and antisemitic narratives about Israel.

Together, these honorees demonstrate that biblical support for Israel extends far beyond words. Their advocacy, humanitarian work, teaching and prayers turn conviction into action while strengthening the relationship between Christians and the Jewish people.

Scripture calls us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem and recognizes the enduring significance of God’s covenant with Israel. At a time of rising antisemitism and hostility toward the Jewish state, these Christian allies are answering that call with courage, compassion and faithful action.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a journalism background from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and at the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].