An authentic, meaningful experience with the Jewish community in New York City, Philadelphia and New Jersey.
Encounter is a short-term, introductory level training program that provides Christians (high-school age and up) with the opportunity to engage in a biblically-based ministry experience of loving and serving Israel and the Jewish community. Travel to Philadephia area required.
Highlights
Enjoy an authentic experience that opens your eyes to the Jewish community in New York City, Philadelphia and New Jersey, engage with Jewish people, honor their past, and learn more about the hope that awaits them.
➝ Take a Hasidic Jewish tour of Brooklyn
➝ Visit the famous Katz's Deli
➝ See an Orthodox Sabbath service
➝ Visit a Holocaust Museum
➝ Tour The Friends of Israel Headquarters
➝ Make Jewish friends
➝ Assist in a Jewish community service project
2027 Dates
Encounter 1
July 28—August 1, 2027
(Space is limited! Apply by June 28, 2027)
Registration Rates
Apply early and take advantage of special rates!
Early Bird: $595
Available through March 31, 2027
Standard: $650
Available April 1—May 31, 2027
Late: $695
Available June 1—June 28, 2027
Secure Your Spot Early!
Once approved, a $130 deposit locks in your pricing tier.
Space is limited! Applications received after June 28 may be considered if space is still available.
Encounter 2
August 25—August 29, 2027
(Space is limited! Apply by July 23, 2027)
Registration Rates
Apply early and take advantage of special rates!
Early Bird: $595
Available through April 30, 2027
Standard: $650
Available May 1—June 30, 2027
Late: $695
Available July 1—July 23, 2027
Secure Your Spot Early!
Once approved, a $130 deposit locks in your pricing tier.
Space is limited! Applications received after July 23 may be considered if space is still available.
Registration includes lodging, most meals, all scheduled activities, and transportation during the program, and hands-on training experiences throughout Encounter. Participants are responsible for their own travel to Philadelphia. Single-occupancy rooms are available for an additional cost.
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Looking for more information about what The Friends of Israel does and how to get involved? Join us on Zoom for one of our Get Involved with FOI Interest Meetings!
May 7 • June 4 • September 10 • November 12
All meetings begin at 2:00 PM ET
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