A faith-based ministry supporting the only recognized
K-12 Evangelical Christian School in Israel
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Happy New Year from Friends of Nazareth!
God has been so faithful to FON in 2021, and we give Him the glory for all He has done. As we reflect on 2021, we are thankful for each of you and the support in prayer, finances, and many other ways you have served this past year.
Now it is time for FON to look ahead into 2022 with hope for all that God will do in 2022.
We pray that 2022 will be a year of revitalization opportunities for FON, NBS, our partners, and beyond.
Let it be a year of focus as we partner with NBS to "Build the rising generations glorifying Jesus Christ through distinctive education. "
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LET'S GO! The second semester began on January 10, 2022. After a much-needed break, staff and students returned to class ready to study hard. Due to the upsurge of COVID, NBS will continue to wear masks in classrooms, test students and teachers, and follow governmental quarantine rules. High School students will begin preparing again for Bagrut tests which will start in February. We are praying for health, success, and spiritual growth for 2022. |
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Although still under COVID guidelines, the birth of Christ was still celebrated at NBS. Students completed semester exams, and teachers busily determined grades for the first semester. Yet between testing and grades, the students were able to spread Christmas cheer, have parties, and serve by giving back to the community. Christmas is such a wonderful time to show the peace and love of Christ in the school and in the community! |
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Students from K-12th grades decorated their classrooms for Christmas. The students used their creative abilities to make the school feel festive for the season. As part of their study on climate, the primary school challenged each class to use recycled materials to decorate their classrooms. It was upcycling at its finest! |
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The Kindergarten classes performed a Christmas program for their parents. Even as we followed COVID guidelines, it was wonderful to see families at school to watch their children sing traditional Christmas songs. Thank you, teachers and assistants, for guiding NBS's youngest students. Great job, kindergarteners! |
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NBS's values teach students to consider others above themselves and to serve those in need. NBS also provides opportunities for students to practice these lessons of compassion and service. Each year, NBS leads a giving campaign to support those in need in Nazareth. The campaign is called the George Latte Fund. George Latte was a Hebrew and Bible teacher at NBS for decades. He was known among his students for his faith, kindness, and generosity. George introduced NBS to the Lottie Moon Giving Campaign. He shared Lottie Moon's story of generosity and love with the students. After his death, NBS continues to follow his legacy of giving through the George Latte Fund. Eighty-six families in Nazareth were served in 2021 through the George Latte Fund!
During the giving campaign, the students brought in food to fill fourteen boxes to bless families in need. Students also visited nursing facilities and special needs schools to share Christmas activities and songs.
Thank you to our partners for your financial support allowing FON to give to the George Latte Fund, being the hands and feet of Jesus in Nazareth!
To God Be the Glory!
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We are looking forward to all that God has planned for FON in 2022.
This year, we are asking you to join us in prayer and giving as we seek to revitalize the opportunity to be in the Holy Land. We would love for you to join us!
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March 2022 - Mother's Day programs with New Vision Church, Murfreesboro, TN. This group is full.
- July 2022 - VBS programs with multiple churches from AL, OK, SC, TN, and VA.
- August 2022 - Potter's Wheel Summer Program with multiple teams from DBU, OBU, UNA/BCM, TN church College ministry, and possibly a Christian University in CA. The Taiwan team is expected to help with PW2 or PW3.
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August 30-September 10, 2022 - Spiritual Enrichment Journey. Cost TBD. Enrollment should not exceed 30.
- November 2022 - Fall Evangelistic Festival.
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PRAISE THE LORD -
- We praise God for the winter break for rest, celebration, and reflection on the birth of Christ.
PRAYER REQUESTS -
- Ask for God's power and guidance to spread the Gospel through the Holy Land.
- Pray for FON’s 2022 partners as they prepare to GO and minister in the Name of Jesus!
- Pray for Israel as COVID surges.
- Pray that Israel opens the borders to US tourists and that all the details for the 2022 trips work out smoothly.
- Pray for NBS returning from winter vacation on Jan 10. We ask God to help with all of the new COVID restrictions and guidelines and that He will keep our staff and students healthy and safe.
- Ask that God bring all of FON's 2022 plans to realization according to His will.
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Peaks and Pits by Dr. Roger Mardis |
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Please pray for Dr. Mardis as he continues his preaching/book tour surrounding his latest book, Peaks and Pits, How the Land of the Bible reflects the Life of the Believer.
All book proceeds benefit Nazareth Baptist School.
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Friends of Nazareth
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219 Simpson Street
Florence, AL 35630
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Friends of Nazareth (FON), A Nazareth Educational Ministries Association (NEMA) Corporation, is a non-profit corporation. It is operated exclusively for educational and charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or the corresponding section of any future Federal tax code. Our tax ID is: 59-3800059.
FON reserves the right to withhold up to 5% of designated donations for administration.
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Stock Donations:
(Donated appreciated stock may reduce one's taxes)
Please contact the NEMA-FON broker for assistance.
John Dupuis
Wells Fargo Investments
201 N. Court Street
Florence, AL 35630
256.764.1000
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Facebook does not take a fee for charitable gifts. Therefore, all of the donated funds come directly to NEMA-FON.
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Friends of Nazareth
219 Simpson Street
Florence, AL 35630
470.297.5913
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