| (WASHINGTON, D.C.) WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025 — American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI) is a community of approximately 3,000 influential Pastoral, Rabbinical, and faith leaders. These individuals, representing tens of millions of American Christians, have actively participated in diverse initiatives. Together, they provide a strong, unified voice advocating biblical truth to the American public and steadfastly supporting Israel and the Jewish people. Dr. Susan Michael, President of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem – USA and Director for ACLI, met with U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on her most recent trip to Israel this month. Dr. Michael remarked on her latest trip to Israel and meeting with Ambassador Mike Huckabee: “It was my honor to meet with Ambassador Mike Huckabee at the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem and personally deliver a letter of congratulations on behalf of the hundreds of pastors and Christian leaders affiliated with the American Christian Leaders for Israel. “At a time when the eyes of the world are on the Middle East — and as President Donald Trump participates in high-stakes meetings in the region — we are deeply concerned by reports that a sweeping Saudi-led normalization deal may come with unacceptable conditions, including premature recognition of a Palestinian state and pressure on Israel to halt its defensive war against Hamas. Such concessions would not only undermine Israel’s sovereignty and security but risk rewarding terrorism and further destabilizing the region. “This is precisely why Ambassador Huckabee’s presence in Israel is so critical. His deep understanding of the region, his consistent moral clarity, and his unshakable commitment to Israel’s right to exist in peace and security make him an indispensable voice at this moment in history.” ###  About the International Christian Embassy of Jerusalem The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, founded in 1980, recognizes Jerusalem’s biblical significance and its connection to the Jewish people. Representing millions of Christians globally, it supports Israel and promotes reconciliation between Jews, Christians, and Arabs. The ICEJ aims to stand with Israel, educate the Church on God’s purposes for Israel and the Middle East, and support local congregations. Headquartered in Jerusalem, it operates in over 170 countries with branch offices in more than 90 nations. About Dr. Susan Michael  For more than 35 years, Susan has pioneered the development of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem in the United States and around the world. She currently serves as the ministry’s USA President and is a member of the ICEJ’s International Board of Directors. Susan’s involvement with the ICEJ began as a graduate student at Jerusalem University College in 1980, the same year the Christian Embassy was first established. Upon completing her master’s degree in Judeo-Christian Studies, she returned from Israel with a heart to further the Embassy’s mission among fellow Americans. After a season assisting the ministry’s international leadership to host a series of high-profile pro-Israel conferences across the USA, she was asked to head up the ICEJ’s U.S. Branch. In addition to a master’s degree in Judeo-Christian Studies, she holds a bachelor’s degree in theology from Oral Roberts University and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by Piedmont International University in 2018. Susan is an author, gifted teacher, and international speaker. She is often called upon to address complex and sensitive issues such as anti-Semitism, Islam, Jewish-Christian relations, and current events in the Middle East to a diverse range of audiences. Her experience working with Arabs, Jews, and Christians from many national and denominational backgrounds has equipped her to handle delicate topics central to an understanding of Israel with extraordinary clarity and grace. In recent years she has produced several educational tools to enable other Christians to do the same, including the IsraelAnswers.com website, a series of highly accessible educational seminars, online courses at ICEJ U, course curricula for Christian colleges, and Embassy Publishers. Susan has built the U.S. Branch of the ICEJ into a scripturally sound and reputable ministry, evidenced in its leadership of one of the strongest networks of Evangelical leaders in America — the American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI). |