Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land

Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land The Foundation was created to safeguard the basic human rights of the Christian in the Holy Land

Today, there are approximately 150,000 Christians living in the Holy Land. Due to severe political and economic hardships, an estimated 500 Christian families leave the Holy Land each year. This steady emigration suggests that one day the Christian community and the Christian church may cease to exist in this part of the world. As the Christian population struggles to survive in a volatile politic

al environment of ethnic distrust, FFHL uses every available resource to help the poor and unemployed meet their human needs. Church leaders predict that if the current exodus continues, Christianity could easily cease to exist in the Holy Land within 60 years. One of the solutions to this problem is providing higher education and opportunities for economic advancement. We believe that our University Scholarship Program is the cornerstone of the solution.

Today the Church celebrates Corpus Christi, honoring the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. This solemnity ...
06/14/2026

Today the Church celebrates Corpus Christi, honoring the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. This solemnity reminds us that Christ remains with His people and continues to strengthen the Church through the gift of Holy Communion.

As Catholics throughout the world gather for Mass and Eucharistic processions, please keep Christians in the Holy Land in your prayers in a special way today.

Today we celebrate Saint Anthony of Padua, one of the Church’s most beloved saints. Known for his wisdom, preaching and ...
06/13/2026

Today we celebrate Saint Anthony of Padua, one of the Church’s most beloved saints. Known for his wisdom, preaching and care for the poor, St. Anthony continues to inspire Catholics around the world.

As we honor his feast day, we ask for his prayers for families, students and those facing uncertainty in the Holy Land.

What prayer intention are you bringing to St. Anthony today?

Today we celebrate Trinity Sunday and the mystery of one God in three Persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. While we may...
06/07/2026

Today we celebrate Trinity Sunday and the mystery of one God in three Persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. While we may never fully understand this mystery, it reminds us of the deep love and unity at the center of our faith.
As we gather for Mass today, let us pray for unity within the Church and for peace throughout the Holy Land.

How are you celebrating Trinity Sunday with your family?

This First Friday, we reflect on the love and mercy of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Devotion to the Sacred Heart reminds u...
06/06/2026

This First Friday, we reflect on the love and mercy of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Devotion to the Sacred Heart reminds us that Christ remains close to those who are suffering, discouraged or in need of hope.

As we begin this month of June dedicated to the Sacred Heart, please keep Christians in the Holy Land in your prayers. May God strengthen families, churches and communities throughout the region.

How are you observing First Friday today?

On this First Saturday, we honor Our Lady and ask for her intercession for families throughout the Holy Land and around ...
06/06/2026

On this First Saturday, we honor Our Lady and ask for her intercession for families throughout the Holy Land and around the world. Mary’s faithfulness and trust in God continue to inspire Christians in every season of life.

Take a few moments today to pray the Rosary or offer a prayer for peace, healing and hope for those facing hardship.

Congratulations to the graduates of FFHL’s University Scholarship Program. Through hard work and determination, these st...
06/03/2026

Congratulations to the graduates of FFHL’s University Scholarship Program. Through hard work and determination, these students have reached an important milestone while helping build a stronger future for Christian families in the Holy Land.

FFHL’s scholarship program helps students pursue higher education while building stronger futures for their families and local communities. We are proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to seeing what comes next.

Leave a message of encouragement for this year’s graduates in the comments.

Pentecost marks the moment the disciples stopped waiting and started moving. Up to that point, they had seen everything ...
05/31/2026

Pentecost marks the moment the disciples stopped waiting and started moving. Up to that point, they had seen everything and heard everything, but they were still holding back. Then something shifted, and they stepped forward with clarity and conviction even without knowing how it would all play out.

Most of the time, the hesitation is not about not knowing. It is about not acting. What is something you feel called to do but have been holding back on?

Mary visits Elizabeth, bringing Jesus with her. The Visitation is a simple moment, but it carries meaning. Mary does not...
05/30/2026

Mary visits Elizabeth, bringing Jesus with her. The Visitation is a simple moment, but it carries meaning. Mary does not arrive with answers or plans. She shows up, and her presence brings Christ into that space.

Faith is often lived the same way. Not through big gestures, but through being present to others.

Who in your life could use a visit, a call, or a moment of your time today?

St. Paul VI led the Church through a time of uncertainty following Vatican II. Questions were everywhere, and direction ...
05/29/2026

St. Paul VI led the Church through a time of uncertainty following Vatican II. Questions were everywhere, and direction was not always clear.

He stayed focused on what mattered and worked to keep the Church united through it. His life reminds us that leadership is not about having every answer. It is about staying grounded when things feel unsettled.

Where in your life are you being called to stay steady, even when the path is not fully clear?

St Helena’s work reflects an important part of faith. Memory is not optional. It shapes identity. Places matter because ...
05/21/2026

St Helena’s work reflects an important part of faith. Memory is not optional. It shapes identity. Places matter because they anchor events in reality. They remind us that faith is not abstract. It is rooted in history.

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