Hineni - Here am I

Ephraim Frank

Shalom Friends,

Last week's Parashat Va'Yeshev introduced us to the Yoseph story. In chapter 37 verse 13 we read: "And Israel said to Yoseph, 'Are not your brothers feeding the flock in Shechem? Come, I will send you to them.' So he [Yoseph] said to him [to Yacov], 'Hineni - Here am I'." Several weeks ago we mentioned in one of the Friday letters the idea of making a "calling card" documentary film in order to introduce (to the Jewish population in the State of Israel and around the world) the phenomenon of the Israelites waking up to their identity. It is high time for Yoseph to step into the light…

Below is the vision statement for you to read, consider prayerfully and also to pass on to any individual, group, organization or fellowship whom you think might be interested in this venture. If you have any questions please feel free to ask us, and we'll try to answer as best we can. May you enjoy a blessed Feast of Lights, in Him Who is the Light of the World.

Ephraim and Rimona

Hineni ( Here Am I) Documentary Film – Vision Statement

For the past decade or so we have been witnessing the fast growth of a movement which may be termed the "restoration of the whole House of Israel." Thousands of Bible Believing Gentiles are discovering that they are fulfilling scriptures which pertain to the Northern House of Israel/Ephraim as described by the Word of YHWH. This awakening is making such a deep impact upon these individuals that their entire outlook on life, as well as their lifestyle, is undergoing a paradigm shift. Alongside this particular move, many Christians the world over are becoming interested in Israel, in Hebraic roots and in the role that they are to play in relationship to these matters in the critical days ahead of us.

Many of the individuals who are involved in this movement of the Spirit desire to return to the Land of their newly discovered ancestors, but alas, the Israeli authorities as of yet do not recognize them as eligible for Aliyah (immigration to Israel) However, more and more Israelis, from all walks of life, Orthodox and secular alike, are becoming aware of this phenomenon. But more than simply waking up to this, they are actually starting to see that these very people may be the only ray of hope in these very trying times for the Jewish people in the Land of Israel. Others have gone as far as to make studies of the "lost tribes" and of their possible whereabouts, or about the role that Christian Zionists could play in the dynamics of events surrounding the State of Israel and its future.

The time therefore is ripe for Ephraim-Israel to come out of his hiding and present himself to his brother Judah in an accurate manner and say: "Heneni, here am I."

Judah is on a quest to find his lost brothers and the latter must respond. In these days of mass media communications we are very fortunate to be able to reach the masses quickly, accurately and effectively. Yes, the nation of Judah in the State of Israel (and in the Diaspora) is waiting to be reintroduced to the other House of Israel whose occupants have come to the staggering revelation of the faithfulness of their covenant-keeping Elohim and King through His Spirit of Holiness (Ruach HaKodesh).

A calling card in the form of a professional and accurate documentary is therefore a timely and absolutely imperative endeavor! Such an expose', although a large and ambitious undertaking necessitating much footage from far and wide, will deliver a message of love and hope which comes from the heart of Ephraim who is scattered throughout the world. The skills, the will, the funds and the equipment needed are no doubt already available in Abba's economy; they just need to be uncovered.

At present talent, professionalism, time and energy have already started to be invested by Duane and Millie Whittlef, (Minnesota) Ephraim and Rimona Frank (Israel) and others.

A thorough study of this topic of Ephraim has been done and is also an ongoing task that will be put on video tape and DVD and distributed among the nations and prayerfully on Israeli television as well as on US TV via a documentary channel.

Having studied video thought, techniques, documentaries, camera work and editing on professional editing equipment, Duane and Mille believe a very professional presentation can be put together. Some of the projects they have already completed are video biographies, teaching videos, wedding ceremonies, business seminars, Church and Messianic synagogue services and numerous others.

If you are one of those whose heart is saying "Hineni" - here am I" - we elicit your prayers and your contributions in the form of funds, video/film footage that you have available (of your own "Israelite" life experiences), skills, important contacts or constructive ideas. Please be in touch with:

Duane and Millie Whittlef, EtzChayim@aol.com

and Ephraim and Rimona Frank, shevet@netvision.net.il (when you write to one of us, please be sure to "cc" the other for organizational and communication purposes).

Those interested in budget details and breakdown can write Duane and Millie, who are also able to provide tax deductible receipts.

Thank you.

Duane and Millie

Ephraim and Rimona