The families of Sderot have endured months of anguish, fear, and loss. Since the brutal attack on October 7th, life here has never been the same. Parents struggle to provide a sense of security for their children in an uncertain future, while kids have grown up hearing sirens and explosions instead of laughter and play. The war continues with no clear end in sight, and each day brings new challenges.
Many families, after being evacuated for months, have returned to the city, facing the difficult task of rebuilding their lives amid uncertainty. But coming home does not mean the crisis is over. Many still struggle to regain stability, jobs are scarce, and daily life remains difficult. In this situation, every act of kindness makes a difference.
At City of Life, we are committed to standing with them for as long as it takes. Not just with words, but with real, tangible support. Our team regularly visits the most vulnerable families, bringing food, emotional support, and ensuring they have the essentials they need. But our mission goes beyond aid, we take the time to listen, to understand their struggles, and to remind them that they are not alone.
For many, our visits mean more than just receiving food. They are a moment of relief, a reminder that they have not been forgotten. “I don’t know what we would do without you. Your support gives us strength to move forward,” a mother tells us with gratitude.
We know this war will not end overnight, but as long as it lasts, we will be here—standing with these families, making sure they have what they need to endure and rebuild their lives.
You can be part of this mission too!. With your help, we can continue providing support to those who have lost everything. Every donation, every prayer, every act of solidarity is a helping hand extended to those who need it most. Join us support Sderot. Let’s be a light in the darkness!.
You can be part of and impact the lives of more people who need help in our city and together show them the way, the truth and the life.
We invite you to be part of our ministry so that together we can bring hope to our border town of Sderot.
Our work would not be possible without the help of partners like you, so we ask you to consider in prayer the possibility of a monthly commitment that will allow us to continue with the Lord’s work here in Israel.
Sincerely yours
Pastors
Michael & Dina Beener
and CLM Israel Team
“City of Life”
Messianic congregation and Outreach Center
Sderot, Israel.
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