Hesed Application

Hesed Application
The Friends of Israel Hesed program is an adult volunteer service trip to Israel. Based on Genesis 12:3, this unique trip is a wonderful opportunity for Christians to bless the people of Israel with "Hesed" (Hebrew for "loving-kindness").

Program Information
For which year of Hesed are you applying?*
How did you hear of The Friends of Israel's Hesed program?*
If other, how did you hear about Hesed Program*
Please write a paragraph indicating why you are interested in this trip:*
Costs associated with Hesed include roundtrip airfare to and from Israel, rooming accommodations, transportation, breakfast and dinner, and entrance fees to sites and activities.Costs do not include personal transportation to and from the domestic point of departure, travel insurance, personal health insurance, extra drinks that are not provided at mealtime, and souvenirs.*

I understand and agree.Other
Israel Requirements for Entry: As of May 15, 2023, tourists entering Israel are no longer required to present a medical insurance policy which includes Covid-19 coverage. (For more information, see here.) However, a valid passport is required. Do you already have a passport in your possession that is valid for at least six months after our return date?*

Yes, I have a valid passport.Yes, but I need to renew my passport.No, but I have already applied for a passport.No, and I have not applied for a passport.

Personal Information
Gender*

FemaleMale
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Current Occupation *
If retired, specify former occupation:*

Spiritual Life
Please submit a brief testimony (60 words or more) of how you came to know the Lord. Your testimony should include a clear explanation of the gospel so that someone else, if reading your testimony, would know how they, too, could come to know the Lord:*

0/1000000
Home Church Name:*
Denomination or Affiliation:*
Church Website Address *
I am in complete agreement with The Friends of Israel Doctrinal Statement.*

YesNo
You are not in complete agreement, please explain:*
Disagreement with The Friends of Israel's Statement of Faith does not necessarily prevent you from being accepted into the Hesed program. However, if you disagree with The Friends of Israel's Statement of Faith and you are accepted into the program, we expect that you will not associate or link your doctrinal disagreements with The Friends of Israel, nor make your area of disagreement an issue of debate or contention while on the program for the sake of team unity. As the apostle Paul urged us, "With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, being diligent to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace" (Eph. 4:2-3).(Note: If you do agree with The Friends of Israel's Statement of Faith, select N/A below.)*

Although I disagree with The Friends of Israel Statement of Faith, I understand and agree to the above expectations.Other
Have you ever been on Hesed before, or any other ministry trip, or been actively involved in ministry?*

YesNo
Please explain:*
Has your department head approved your participation in this program?*

YesNoOther

Clarification and Confirmation
Dismissal – I understand that participants may be immediately dismissed from Hesed trip in Israel for not being completely honest with their answers on this application, behavior unbecoming a Christian, behaviors deemed to be dangerous to persons, property, or security, or violating any part of this agreement. Dismissal from a trip will result in immediate removal from the group and the participant will become solely responsible for any and all expenses incurred thereafter, including, but not limited to lodging, transportation, and meals. All costs and fees paid to Hesed will be forfeited with no refund upon dismissal.
Do you understand and agree to the above?*

I understand and agree.Other
If you have any questions, or wish to give further explanation of your answers above, you may do so here:

Thank you for your assistance by filling out this application.

[Note: Hesed, a ministry of The Friends of Israel, reserves the right to accept or not to accept any applicant as a member of a Hesed team. Hesed may also cancel an applicant’s acceptance for reasons it deems appropriate.]
By signing below, I hereby certify that the statements and answers I am providing in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that I understand that statements or information furnished in this application are subject to verification.

Clear
Should be Empty:

Hesed Application

Contact Information

Program Information

Skills

Personal Information

Spiritual Life

Health and Safety

Final Instructions

Clarification and Confirmation

Thank you for your assistance by filling out this application.