Son of Pastor Injured in Bombing in the West Bank
by Staff
April 1, 2008
(christiansunite.com) - Amiel Ortiz, the teenage son of a Messianic pastor David Ortiz, was seriously injured when a bomb deliver ed to the family's home in the Jewish settlement town of Ariel went off in his hands on March 20. The explosive was reportedly delivered in one of the gift baskets Jews exchange on the Purim holiday. At last report, Amiel was in serious condition, unconscious and breathing through a respirator.
Local Christians suspect that the Ortiz family was targeted by militants angered by the family's evangelistic work. Christians in the region face frequent opposition from authorities, Orthodox Jews and Muslims for their efforts to share Christ.
Pray for healing for Amiel. Ask God to give comfort and protection to the Ortiz family as they serve Him. Pray that their passion for Christ will be the light that draws others to Jesus (Matthew 5:14-16).
