The largest Christian population in the Middle East are Copts, with 10-15 million (15% of the population) members in Egypt. We say that the small remaining Christian presence in the Holy Land is like the salt in the stew, with impact and influence far exceeding their weight. The same might be said of the Coptic presence in Jerusalem, where they number approximately 5,000 and are a key part of the Christian community.
Supported Schools
Coptic Schools
There are 2 Coptic Orthodox schools in Jerusalem. The first is St. Dimiana's Coptic College which educates boys and girls at the Kindergarten, Elementary, Prep...
Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (The Creche)
Located in central Bethlehem, The Creche exists to serve and protect the most vulnerable children and mothers in the region. Both cultural and legal norms are quite...
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land (ELCJHL)
With six congregations of Palestinian Christians and numerous ministries, ELCJHL has a major presence and impact within the larger indigenous Christian population i...
American Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East (AFRRME)
AFRRME is dedicated to providing relief, aid, and support to displaced and marginalized Christians. Through their efforts they bring hope, help and healing to Chris...