In Jerusalem, a local Christian-owned shop is doing more than selling goods — it’s keeping families rooted in their homeland.
As economic pressures and instability challenge everyday life in the Holy Land, this business has made it its mission to source handmade products directly from Christian artisans and families across the region. From olive-wood carvings to hand-woven textiles, each purchase becomes an act of preservation — preserving jobs, dignity, and the Christian presence that has shaped this land for centuries.
The owner shared, “Our goal is to maintain Christian families and maintain Christians to live here… we understand the importance of Christians to stay here.”
Stories like this embody the very heart of what we aim to support at The Christian Foundation for Advancement (CFA). When local entrepreneurs act on faith and build opportunity for others, they’re not only sustaining their communities — they’re living the Gospel through enterprise.
At CFA, we believe that every successful Christian business in the Holy Land strengthens the fabric of peace and hope. Through targeted grants, mentorship, and partnerships, we help ensure that these businesses don’t just survive but thrive — providing lasting impact for generations to come.
This story is a reminder that faithful enterprise can be both mission and ministry — where commerce and compassion meet to create something enduring.