Bible Fiber: Interview with Gidon Ariel

Welcome to Bible Fiber, where are we encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. This week we have a special guest from Israel, Gidon Ariel. Gidon is…

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Red Alert: Thanksgiving and Supplication: What’s on your Prayer List?

By Amy Zewe— While Americans enter the latter portion of this week getting ready for Thanksgiving festivities, let us not forget the 101 hostages still held captive in Gaza and the families who ache for their return. In Israel, when one says “family,” it really means the whole nation. Nary one Israeli is untouched by…

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Christianity Today Casts Suspicion on US Ambassador to Israel Pick

By Amy Zewe, The Jerusalem Connection Report A November 15, 2024, Christianity Today news feature, “Mike Huckabee Tapped to Be US Ambassador to Israel,” presents news of a Christian pastor, former governor, and Fox News media personality’s nomination using biased language and false assumptions. While accurately outlining the last 50 years of Huckabee’s reasons for…

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Bible Fiber: Ezekiel 27

Welcome to Bible Fiber, where we are encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry through twelve Minor Prophets, two reformers, and one exile. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. This week we are…

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Ezekiel 26

Welcome to Bible Fiber, where we are encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry through twelve Minor Prophets, two reformers, and one exile. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. Last week, Ezekiel uttered…

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Wake-up call from Amsterdam

By Inna Rogatchi Instructions for Safety to  Jews in the centre of Europe: November 2024 ‘Lock in your rooms. Don’t go anywhere. Externalisation of Jewish and Israeli symbols is forbidden’. Such instructions were sent to all Israelis who happened to be in Amsterdam yesterday and today, November 7th and 8th, 2024 by the Israeli National…

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Bible Fiber: Ezekiel 25

Subscribe to Bible Fiber on Youtube or Follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts! Welcome to Bible Fiber! Here, we explore the rich textures and shades of the biblical tapestry through the lens of twelve Minor Prophets, two reformers, and one exile. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization…

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Bible Fiber: Interview with Tim Mahoney

This week on Bible Fiber we have a special guest, Tim Mahoney. So we are taking a little break from our Ezekiel study. Tim is a Christian filmmaker and a documentarian. I first learned of his work because two of my professors at The Bible Seminar have participated in his films. I also had the…

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Red Alert: Why are Documentaries Valuable?

With Amy Zewe and Shelley Neese  Documentaries serve as powerful tools for education, awareness, and inspiration by shedding light on real-world events and human experiences. They provide an opportunity to explore complex issues, challenge perceptions, and connect with stories that might otherwise remain untold. Igal Hecht of Chutzpa Productions contributes to the treasure chest of…

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Bible Fiber: Simchat Torah for the Goyim

Simchat Torah and Shemini Atzeret for the Goyim Welcome to Bible Fiber, where are we encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. On October 1st, the first…

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Building a Lighthouse In the Heart of Warsaw: POLIN and Its Architect –

RAINER MAHLAMÄKI and His POLIN Building at the 10th anniversary of the Museum  Special Essay by Inna Rogatchi with an Exclusive Interview The Phenomenon of the POLIN Almost a decade ago, my husband and I stepped inside the POLIN Museum in Warsaw for the first time, soon after its opening, yet before meeting its architect…

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Bible Fiber: Sukkot for the Goyim

Subscribe to Bible Fiber on Youtube or wherever you listen to your podcasts! Sukkot for the Goyim Welcome to Bible Fiber, where we are encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel,…

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Red Alert: Bible Fiber book launch

The Minor Prophets are not that Minor, just overlooked. The Jerusalem Connection’s own Shelley Neese joins us to discuss her latest book released October 1, 2024. Bible Fiber: the 12 Minor Prophets. Based on an original series of 52 podcasts released in 2020-2021 to examine the often misunderstand (and neglected) prophets of the Hebrew Bible.…

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Bible Fiber: Yom Kippur for the Goyim

By Shelley Neese Welcome to Bible Fiber, where are we encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel or follow Bible Fiber…

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Rosh Hashanah for the Goyim

By Shelley Neese Welcome to Bible Fiber, where are we encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. First, I have exciting news to share! On October 1st,…

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A year since October 7th….and Ezekiel’s message of hope

By Shelley Neese The one-year anniversary of October 7 is approaching, and for Israelis, especially the families of the hostages and soldiers, it still feels like October 8. Before Hamas executed her son, and five other innocent hostages, Rachel Goldberg often said that when people asked her how she was doing, it was like being…

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Bible Fiber: Ezekiel 24

Welcome to Bible Fiber, where we are encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry through twelve Minor Prophets, two reformers, and one exile. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. Before the episode, I…

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Bible Fiber: Ezekiel 23

Welcome to Bible Fiber! Here, we explore the rich textures and shades of the biblical tapestry through the lens of Twelve Minor Prophets, two reformers, and one exile. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization dedicated to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern. Before…

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