RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ July 26 no 1, July 1st

The World Turned Upside Down | Biblical Warning
by Ps Barbara Miller

The world has been turned upside down because society as a whole has rejected the moral code of our Judeo-Christian heritage and reversed it so they call good evil and evil good. And our society and cultural values have rejected the God of the Bible. We are in rebellion.

Isaiah 5:20 “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.” Society has lost its moral compass with people redefining sin as acceptable behavior and rejecting moral truth. Are we living in an upside down world? This Christian message offers a fresh perspective on why society feels out of kilter today.

SEE HERE

Top Diplomat Speaks Out, Ambassador Hillel
Newman on Israel: IFII Seminar

Ambassador of Israel to Australia Dr Hillel Newman speaks on Israel, the Middle East war including relations with Iran, the US, Australia, Syria, Lebanon and Hezbollah. Oct 7 and the Bondi massacres are covered as well as antisemitism in Australia and the work of the embassy to improve Israel-Australian relations. An extended Q and A session is included.

SEE HERE

The Resilience Blueprint: A Guide for Jewish Parents Raising Confident, Resilient Children in the Face of Antisemitism

If you have a Jewish friend looking for practical tools, encouragement, and a positive path forward for their family, this guide is for you. It will have some tips for other parents too re resilience.

Most importantly, this guide offers hope. It reminds parents and children alike that while antisemitism is real, it does not define who they are. Jewish identity is bigger than prejudice. Jewish history is richer than hatred. And resilience can be learned, strengthened, and passed on to the next generation.

The Four Pillars of Jewish Resilience: Community, Family, Faith & Culture, and Heritage & Contribution
When to seek additional support
Practical ways to build confidence and resilience
Strategies for handling online harassment
How to work effectively with schools
What to do when a child is targeted or excluded
Ways to build Jewish pride without creating fear
How to talk to children about antisemitism at different ages
Inside you’ll discover:

Written by Barbara Miller, B.A. (Hons Psychology), Grad Dip Sociology, the guide combines insights from psychology, sociology, Holocaust education, and contemporary experience to help families respond constructively to antisemitism while strengthening resilience, identity, and wellbeing.

A free resource, the Resilience Blueprint provides practical, compassionate, and evidence-informed guidance for parents navigating these difficult questions.

Jewish parents today are facing challenges that many hoped belonged to the past. Children are encountering antisemitism at school, online, in sport, and sometimes even in places where they should feel safest. How do we protect them without frightening them? How do we build confidence instead of anxiety? How do we help them develop a strong Jewish identity in a world that can sometimes feel hostile?

Free download for members of the Antisemitism Support & Action Community.

FIND IT HERE

Making a Difference and What Did Jesus Mean About His Father’s Business? by Ps Norman Miller

Ps Norman Miller inspires us to be about our Father God’s business as Jesus was. Luke 2:49. Jesus taught in the synagogue when he was 12 years old and they were amazed at his wisdom. He grew in favour with God and people and we need to pray for favour. In fact we have God’s number Jeremiah 33:3 and need to call out to him in prayer. We need to be salt and light. We need to let our light shine and not hide it.

When God calls us, we need to be like the boy Samuel and many leaders in the Bible and say, “Here I am, Lord.” We need to make a difference as the King James version tells us in Jude 22 “And of some have compassion, making a difference.” We can make a difference just where we are and with what we already have. Reach out with acts of random kindness.

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Antisemitism Support and Action

Barbara Miller is an author, historian, teacher, sociologist and former psychologist and has just founded a community on Skool.

After the Holocaust of 6 million Jews and others including gypsies, political opponents, homosexuals and the disabled, the world said “Never Again”. However we have seen it again on Oct 7 2023 where 1200 Isaelis were horrifically killed, at Bondi Beach Australia where 15 mostly Jews were massacred and incidents around the world with calls to Globalize the Intifada.

So we now have a situation where antisemitism has grown like a monster that is tearing apart the social fabric of many nations including Australia, destroying the multicultural dream with divisive rhetoric and hateful actions, challenging the values our peaceful democracies were built on and traumatising Jews in Israel and around the world who just want to live their lives in peace and contribute to a better world.

Not only that, antisemitism has morphed from the ancient fear of difference and envy and scapegoating of the Jews for the world’s problems to the race-based worldview of the Nazis during World War 2 that Jews were inferior to Aryans to the current variety.

We now have the shocking inversion of Jews being falsely accused as Nazis and antisemitism masquerading as acceptable, even proud antizionism or criticism of Israel’s policies and right to exist. Not content to genocide Jews they want to genocide Israel from the river to the sea. And globalize their war on Jews.

So now, instead of the Nazis, we have what has been called a “horseshoe” coalition of marxists on the left, fascists on the right and radical Islamists, with little in common except their hatred of Jews and their desire to brand and run the world in their image.

So I have developed this community to:
· Increase awareness and provide educational materials both historic and current
· Create a community where discussion and support can occur
· Provide comfort and support for the Jewish community and others who feel grief at the state of affairs we are in and
· Encourage and equip upstanders or people of principle who want to make a difference in dealing with this scourge of antisemitism. You can join 
HERE

You can also find a low cost well-researched course here on the Holocaust and Antisemitism. If you would like to know more, see 
HERE

Christians Don’t Realize Their Citizenship in the Commonwealth of Israel by Ps Barbara Miller

The Bible includes several foundational passages that define the citizens, covenants, and expansion of this commonwealth of Israel to include non-Jewish believers. Key Biblical Passages Ephesians 2:11-13: Describes Gentile believers as formerly “aliens from the commonwealth of Israel” who are now brought near through the blood of Christ.

Ephesians 2:19 & 3-6: Explains that through the gospel, non-Jewish believers become “fellow citizens with the saints” and “fellow heirs” in one body. Romans 9:4: Lists the historic privileges belonging to Israel, including the covenants, the law, and the promises. Romans 11:17: Uses the analogy of a wild olive tree being “grafted in” to represent Gentile inclusion into the covenant promises. Understand the Commonwealth of Israel and its biblical significance. Learn how this foundational concept shapes your faith walk today. 
SEE HERE

Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion

Our Tabernacle of David and our Centre for International Reconciliation and Peace endorsed and signed the submission put in my ICEJ. Indigenous Friends of Israel International put in a submission also which is on our website HERE

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RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ April 26 no 1, 19 April 

May God bless you!
Deut 28:1-14

Decrees and Dangerous Prayers: 7 Steps to Change Our Nation or Community by Ps Barbara Miller

Decrees and Dangerous Prayers will give you the motivation and steps you need to: Pray and make daring decrees that can change the spiritual atmosphere Make dangerous decrees and prayers that transform your city or nation Have your faith increased as you see the results and feel empowered. Available from Amazon or https://barbara-miller-books.com

See video

INDIGENOUS FRIENDS OF ISRAEL INTERNATIONAL ZOOM MON 27 APRIL 7.30PM AEST.
Rego required. Register Here

Topic: ANZAC, Lighthorse & Indigenous and Jewish Connections

Speakers: Barry Rodgers OAM, served in the ADF, was a Director and is now a life member of the Australian Light Horse Association. He organised the centennial celebration of the charge of Beersheba in Israel. In 2014, Barry was awarded an OAM for his ‘work with youth and military history’.

Lance Waters is a First Nations leader. In 2017, he represented his grandfather Jack Stacey at the centenary of the Charge of The Light Horse in Israel. He laid wreaths for his grandfather at Beer Sheva and Semakh and has generations of servicemen in his family in the army, navy and airforce in many battles.

Adam Dostalke Jewish film director will speak about the film he directed “Ride Like an ANZAC”. It covered 2 historic events for the centenary of Be’er Sheva – the bike ride traversing the ANZAC trail to Be’er Sheva and the reenactment of the Australian light horsemen by descendants, Indigenous and others.

Raymond Finn was originally not available to join us but now is. The First Nations leader’s  great-grandfather Jack Ludgate fought at Gallipoli. Ray has worked with Indigenous students from Hermannsburg to ride 127km to Alice Springs to join the ANZAC commemoratons there on a yearly basis. Ray also rode with Indigenous and others in the reenactment of the Light Horse charge at Be’er Sheva for the centenary in 2017. 

TAKING WELLS OF BE’ER SHEVA & OPENING WAY TO JERUSALEM

By Barbara Miller, excerpt from 2010 report on ANZAC/Lighthorse Tour of Israel 

The taking of the wells of Be’er-Sheva (Beersheba) was critical for Allied victory in Palestine. The British had fought all day, the NZ Mounted Rifles and an Australian regiment took the high place of Tel es Sabe after heavy fighting. Still, all would have been lost had it not been for a daring charge by the Australian Lighthorsemen (about 800 of them) charging straight into the Turkish guns. They were not cavalry but mounted infantry and the daring charge just before nightfall took the Turks by surprise and they didn’t adjust the sights on their guns quickly enough.

Some Australians fought hand to hand in the trenches and others jumped the trenches and rode into the city to stop the Germans blowing up the wells. German planes were firing at them as they did their dangerous but successful charge. Still, the charge could not have happened without the British fighting all day and the New Zealanders taking the high ground, preventing them being mowed down.

This happened on Oct 31, 1917. On the same day, the British Parliament passed the Balfour Declaration in favour of the establishment of a Jewish homeland in Palestine. The political will and the military victory went hand in hand. After fighting in other towns, Gen Allenby was able to walk into Jerusalem with his forces and accept the surrender of the Turks, thus ending 400 years of the Ottoman Empire, and nearly 1200 years of almost uninterrupted Islamic rule of Jerusalem. There had always been a Jewish presence in Jerusalem

Shabbat HaGodal, the Great Shabbat Before Passover by Ps Barbara Miller 28.3.26

While this video covers all aspects of the Passover Seder, it does so from a Christian viewpoint. The message explains the significance of Shabbat HaGadol (the Great Sabbath before Passover) and how it connects to Christian faith and biblical teaching.

Key points include: Biblical feasts (like Passover) are appointed times from God for connection, not just Jewish traditions. Christians can observe them as a meaningful way to remember God’s works. Passover and Easter are essentially the same feast, with Jesus (Yeshua) as the Passover Lamb, whose sacrifice brings freedom from sin, death, and spiritual bondage.

The story of the Exodus is paralleled with salvation through Jesus—just as the Israelites were freed from Egypt, believers are freed spiritually. Faith is essential: just as the Israelites trusted the lamb’s blood for protection, believers trust in Jesus’ sacrifice for salvation and security. The Passover Seder symbols (lamb, bitter herbs, matzah, wine, etc.) each represent aspects of suffering, redemption, and deliverance.

The message highlights God’s protection, redemption, and covenant, including the idea of applying “the blood of Jesus” spiritually for protection. It also touches on prophecy and end-times themes, including Elijah’s role, repentance, and the importance of being spiritually prepared. A strong emphasis is placed on salvation, repentance, and evangelism, encouraging people to turn to God while there is still time. In short: Passover is presented as a powerful reminder of God’s redemption—fulfilled in Jesus—calling believers to faith, repentance, and a deeper connection with God. Please see the store page for more videos that will bless you and are $5 AUD or less.


See video here 

Indigenous Friends of Israel Intern seminar US Israel War Against Iran: Israeli Women Speak 30 3 26

This impacting and moving zoom meeting focused on the US-Israel war against Iran and the experiences of Israeli women living under fire. The meeting featured presentations from two Israeli speakers, Miriam Abramov and Carolyn Margolin-Hyde, who shared personal accounts of life in Israel during the ongoing conflict.

Miriam described the daily challenges of living with constant missile attacks, including the need for bomb shelters and the psychological impact on civilians. Carolyn shared stories about her family’s experiences in northern Israel and highlighted humanitarian efforts, including her daughter’s work to build bomb shelters for children.

See video here.

Left – Reenactment charge at Be’er Sheva 2017 centenary photo by David Jack. Right – Norman & Barbara Miller lay wreaths at Be’er Sheva 2017 with Uncle Boydie Turner (William Cooper’s grandson) & Abe Schwarz behind them. Norman & Barbara led an international team of 50 through holy and military sites in Israel and hosted a Sons of Abraham conference in Jerusalem. They prayed on all borders as well and prayed at all the places God made covenant with Abraham and he built altars to the Lord. 

See report here for interesting insights and photos

2026 -Where have we come from as a ministry and where are we going by Pastor Barbara Miller 11.4.26 – our 30th anniversary this Oct.

See Video here

Donations to the ministry of the Centre for International Reconciliation & Peace
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RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ 11 Dec 25

Trust in God, Let Angels Wake You & a Scripture as a Declaration Against Antisemitism by Ps Norman Miller (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhdZLdm0f6I)
Am Israel Chai: Sorry & Gifts, Israel Trip Nov 2025 by Ps Barbara Miller (https://youtu.be/9_wiExYde6g)

REPENTANCE FROM A CHRISTIAN LEBANESE STANDING IN THE GAP FOR ARAB NATIONS FOR THE EXILE AND THEFT OF 850,000-900,000 JEWS FROM ARAB LANDS IN 1948 AND ONWARDS

As a Born-Again Christian Lebanese from my father’s side and Syrian from my mother’s side,  I stand in the Gap, and I ask forgiveness on behalf of my Government and other Phoenicians and Arabic nations.
 
I also repent on behalf of all Lebanese, Syrians and other Arabic nations the way have treated the Jews and stole their properties and inheritance.
 
After the establishment of Israel in 1948, many Arab governments enacted policies that led to confiscation of Jewish property, revocation of citizenship, and forced exile. Hundreds of thousands of Jews from Iraq, Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Libya, and other nations were displaced, often leaving behind homes, businesses, and cultural heritage that had existed for centuries.
 
A repentance prayer or declaration on behalf of those governments, here’s a structured draft you could adapt for your prayer guides or communal use:
 
Repentance Declaration on Behalf of Arab Governments
 
Acknowledgment of Wrongdoing
We acknowledge before God and history that Jewish communities in Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Egypt, and across the Arab nations were unjustly stripped of their homes, properties, and livelihoods. They were uprooted from lands where they had lived for generations, contributing to culture, commerce, and society.
 
Confession of Sin
We confess the sins of theft, injustice, and expulsion committed by governments and authorities who denied Jewish people their rightful place and dignity. We recognize the pain caused by these actions, both to individuals and to the collective Jewish people.
 
Repentance and Turning
On behalf of these nations, we repent for the arrogance, hatred, and violence that led to such grievous wrongs. We turn away from the spirit of antisemitism and hostility, and we ask for forgiveness from the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
 
Appeal for Healing
We pray for healing of historical wounds, restoration of dignity, and reconciliation between Jews and Arabs. May the injustices of the past be redeemed by acts of justice, mercy, and truth in the present and future.
Commitment to Change
 
We commit to stand against antisemitism in all its forms, to Honor the Jewish people, and to seek peace and blessing between nations.
 
We intercede and Pray for modern Arab governments to acknowledge past wrongs and pursue reconciliation.
•            Declare: Speak blessing over Jewish communities worldwide, especially those who were displaced.
•            Stand: Commit to resisting antisemitism in all its forms and to honouring the Jewish people.
•            Release: Proclaim Isaiah 61:7 — “Instead of your shame you will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace you will rejoice in your inheritance.”
 
Closing Blessing
May the God of peace heal ancient wounds, redeem stolen inheritances, and release His blessing over both Jews and Arabs. May nations be transformed by His justice and mercy.

Indigenous Friends of Israel International zoom seminar on “Settler Colonialism and Israel: False Narratives,” speakers Dr Sheree Trotter, cofounder Indigenous Embassy Jerusalem and Barbara Miller, cofounder Indigenous Friends of Israel International Foundation Ltd 8.12.25  (https://youtu.be/bxhld11Vluw)
Short Clip of Barbara Miller on Anti-Palestinian Racism Indigenous FII Seminar on Settler Colonialism and Israel: False Narratives 8.12.25. (https://youtu.be/rYUgYVnjH_0)
Short Clip of Melodie Greyeyes speaking on covenants and treaties on IFII zoom on Settler Colonialism & Israel 9.12.25 (https://youtu.be/F0xuC80NDH8)
Indigenous Friends of Israel International zoom seminar “Settler Colonialism and Israel: False Narratives” speakers Dr Michael G. Wechsler, Research Associate in the Faculty of History at the University of Warsaw and Melodie Greyeyes of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation and National Director of CMJ Canada. 8.12.25 Pacific time and 9.12.25 Australian time (https://youtu.be/MDJ4DsnV_74)
Short Clip of Dr Michael G Wechsler speaking on Indigenous Friends of Israel Int zoom on Settler Colonialism 9 Dec 25  (https://youtu.be/DNIzdcbT5bY)

NEW SCHOOLS ANTISEMITISM PAGE ON IFII WEBSITE

There is now a dedicated page on our website to this project which has been going just over a year and we have 3 units ready to roll out across Australia – Grade 1 and 2, Grade 3 and 4 and Grade 5 and 6. Positive reviews are coming in from teachers and we are approaching schools to pilot the units in term 1 next year. Are you a teacher or parent who is interested? Please contact us.

https://indigenousfriendsofisrael.org/schools-antisemitism-education-project/

Antisemitism Colab in Sydney Dec 1-2 co-hosted by Australian Jewish Funders and the Dor Foundation. Very strategic event and they emphasized the need for collaboration.

DEC 6 2024 EVENTS CANBERRA MILLERS PICTURED WITH ISRAEL AMBASSADOR TO AUSTRALIA THE HON. AMIR MAIMON AS HE DEDICATES A PLAQUE ALONG WITH THE GERMAN AMBASSADOR TO WILLIAM COOPER IN COMMEMORATION OF HIS PROTEST AGAINST THE PERSECUTION OF JEWS AT KRISTALLNACHT. AFTERWARDS, NORMAN MAKES A DECLARATION IN HIS FIGHT AGAINST ANTISEMITISM OUTSIDE PARLIAMENT HOUSE. THE AMBASSADOR’S GESTURE GOT LITTLE PUBLICITY BECAUSE THE ADASS YISRAEL SYNAGOGUE IN MELBOURNE WAS SADLY FIREBOMBED THE SAME DAY.

DEC 6 IS THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE PROTEST ABORIGINAL WILLIAM COOPER LED IN AUSTRALIA AFTER KRISTALLNACHT, THE START OF THE HOLOCAUST. 

Books on him HERE

The Nazis shatter glass and shatter the lives of European Jews at Kristallnacht, the start of the Holocaust. An Australian Aboriginal, William Cooper, leads the campaign for civil rights for his people who are dying of poverty and mistreatment around him. 1938; two worlds, far apart. Cut to the core after Kristallnacht, can he do anything to stop it?

Described as Australia’s Martin Luther King, Cooper leads the Australian Aborigines’ League on a protest to the German Consulate in Melbourne. Would the Third Reich pour out its wrath on them? Would they make a difference?

A Chair of Resistance to the Holocaust was named in honour of Cooper at Yad Vashem. His grandson, Alf Turner, becomes passionate about fulfilling his grandfather’s unfinished business and taking the protest to Berlin itself. How will he be received?

This true story will inspire you to stand up and be counted and to make a difference.

“Extensively researched and presented in a near novel-like manner…” Grady Harp Top Contributor: Children’s Books HALL OF FAME TOP 50 REVIEWER

“What will you like? Exceptionally interesting and astoundingly detail, including photos of many of the events that took place during the journey.” DD GOTT – Donadees Corner

Short Clip of Dr Sheree Trotter on Settler Colonialism & Israel: False Narratives for IFII Seminar 8.12.25 (https://youtu.be/npCUNKJkYYw)

Gofundme for Schools Antisemitism Education

There is currently no dedicated, age-appropriate antisemitism education in Australian primary schools—only optional anti racism or holocaust or multicultural education. Please help us while we continue to develop this and work on its implementaton. See HERE

Our expert curriculum writer Shoshana Linnane has developed 10-week modules for Grades 1-2 and 5-6. These lessons use the story of a 7-year-old Jewish refugee girl from the kindertransport during World War II to help children understand what it means to be displaced, excluded, or vulnerable. The modules foster empathy, compassion, and respect for diversity through activities like art, music, and drama, and align with the national curriculum. We want all children to grow up in safe, inclusive communities where they learn to treat others fairly and without discrimination.

If you believe in building a future where every child feels valued and racism has no place, please consider supporting our fundraiser. Even a small contribution or sharing this opportunity to help would make a difference.

Please get involved! We need your help!

We would love to connect with you and help you support Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, working against calls for its destruction and the genocide of its people. These calls are advancing at great pace since October 7. Indigenous Friends of Israel formed in July 2017 because of concerns over Australia’s policy towards Israel. Since then we have gone international as antisemitism is international and isan ancient hatred. The forces standing against Israel also oppose Western and/or Judeo-Christian values which have helped us achieve a society with social cohesion and the rule of law.

Please help us take a stand against antisemitism, and for a community where all are valued and safe.  There are many opportunities to use your passion, gifting and skills as a
 volunteer whether you are a person of faith or not.  United we stand and divided we fall. Please complete the form to volunteer.

Are you good at creating or sharing social media, fundraising, administration, film and video making, government advocacy, newsletters, speaking, representing a geographical area, organising zoom meetings or do you have other giftings or talents that you can use to bless the Lord, the Jewish people, and Israel. It doesn’t matter where you live in the world, you can get involved. Check it out here.

Donations to the ministry of the Centre for International Reconciliation & Peace
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RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ JUNE 15.9.2025 Newsletter

May God bless you! 

An update to remind you of our IFII zoom seminar Monday 29 Sept 7pm AEST & 3pm Pacific Time &
let you know of our Declaration by Indigenous People of the Pacific Rim in support of Israel ready to sign HERE

A Declaration of Solidarity with Israel from the
Indigenous and Diverse Communities of the Pacific Rim

We recognize the Jewish people as the Indigenous stewards of the land of Israel, their ancestral homeland, where their history, culture, and spiritual legacy have been rooted for millennia. This indigeneity resonates deeply with our own connections to land, tradition, and resilience, forging a sacred bond between our communities and the Jewish people. We honor Israel not only as a homeland but as a beacon of morality, kindness, and grace—a nation that exemplifies the highest standards of humanity in the face of unparalleled challenges.

Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Rim not only have a shared indigeneity with Jewish people but the shared experience of tribal societies, close family relations, attachment to land and closeness to nature. We also have shared experiences of colonisation, dispersion, ethnic cleansing, persecution, discrimination, marginalisation, trauma and the need for resilience.

Despite this, our cultures and spirituality remain strong. We applaud the Jewish people that they have been able to retain their religion and culture, revive their language and decolonise their land with the rebirth of the state of Israel in 1948 forming the only democracy in the Middle East.


See more https://indigenousfriendsofisrael.org/sign-the-declaration/

Zoom Seminar 29.9.25 7pm AEST and
29.9.25 3pm Pacific Time (US and Canada)

This is an invitation to our free zoom seminar to engage with the topic and our stimulating speakers via Q and A. It is being held in 2 different time zones. 

Topic: Declaration by Indigenous People of Pacific Rim Supporting Israel

Speakers: Aboriginal leader Norman Miller & Lions of Zion leader Dr Isaac Balbin

Munganbana Norman Miller is an Aboriginal artist, author and art gallery owner and is of the Jirrbal, Bar-Barrum and Wadjanbarra Yidinji tribes Atherton Tableland Qld. He co-founded the Indigenous Friends of Israel International with his wife Barbara and they host monthly seminars as part of their advocacy and public education.

Dr. Isaac Balbin holds a PhD in electrical engineering where he had a great amount of success writing articles, winning awards, and publishing patents. Dr. Balbin is also one of the founders and leaders of The Lions of Zion, a grassroots Zionist movement founded in 2024 in Melbourne with the goal of standing up against the threats faced by Jews, Israelis, and their allies.
AEST rego link 
Pacific Time rego link 
Link on flyer will lead to both 
Get flyer here so you can mail it out 

CAIRNS FESTIVAL PARADE MUNGANBANA ABORIGINAL ART GALLERY FLOAT

Munganbana Norman likes to put a float in the Cairns Festival Parade each year and this year on Sept 30, the Lions of Zion from Melbourne joined us on the float. Norman called the float Let’s Dance and made a large Dancing Brolga and a large Dancing Dolphin. You can’t see the Dolphin in the photo but you can see a large Nemo or Clownfish. Norman’s family helped him again this year decorating the float.

The vision Norman had for the float was to sing and/or play the music of Christian songs and songs with good values over the city where thousands lined the streets to watch and wave. Norman particularly wanted to sing the song Jerusalema over the city, which he did to honour the holy city which is the throne Jesus will rule from for 1,000 years.

We look forward to the heavenly Jerusalem coming down over the earthly Jerusalem. Norman had asked some African dancers to join us behind the float because Jerusalema is in African but they didn’t make it. What was higly significant is that Lions of Zion from Melbourne – Isaac, Joshua and Anthony (pictured) and their families joined us which was wonderful.

SUCCESSFUL MEETINGS WITH EDUCATION AUTHORITIES

Norman and Barbara have had many successful meetings with state and commonwealth education authorities and federal ministers over our School Antisemitism Education Project. So please if you know any primary schools that would be interested in becoming part of a pilot program to test it before it gets rolled out nationally, please let us know. Also, if you know of any funding options, please let us know as we are all working voluntarily including our expert curriculum writer Shoshana Linnane. 

Gofundme for Schools Antisemitism Education

There is currently no dedicated, age-appropriate antisemitism education in Australian primary schools—only optional anti racism or holocaust or multicultural education. Please help us while we continue to develop this and work on its implementaton. See HERE

Our expert curriculum writer Shoshana Linnane has developed 10-week modules for Grades 1-2 and 5-6. These lessons use the story of a 7-year-old Jewish refugee girl from the kindertransport during World War II to help children understand what it means to be displaced, excluded, or vulnerable. The modules foster empathy, compassion, and respect for diversity through activities like art, music, and drama, and align with the national curriculum. We want all children to grow up in safe, inclusive communities where they learn to treat others fairly and without discrimination.

If you believe in building a future where every child feels valued and racism has no place, please consider supporting our fundraiser. Even a small contribution or sharing this opportunity to help would make a difference.

Please get involved! We need your help!

We would love to connect with you and help you support Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, working against calls for its destruction and the genocide of its people. These calls are advancing at great pace since October 7. Indigenous Friends of Israel formed in July 2017 because of concerns over Australia’s policy towards Israel. Since then we have gone international as antisemitism is international and isan ancient hatred. The forces standing against Israel also oppose Western and/or Judeo-Christian values which have helped us achieve a society with social cohesion and the rule of law.

Please help us take a stand against antisemitism, and for a community where all are valued and safe.  There are many opportunities to use your passion, gifting and skills as a
 volunteer whether you are a person of faith or not.  United we stand and divided we fall. Please complete the form to volunteer.

Are you good at creating or sharing social media, fundraising, administration, film and video making, government advocacy, newsletters, speaking, representing a geographical area, organising zoom meetings or do you have other giftings or talents that you can use to bless the Lord, the Jewish people, and Israel. It doesn’t matter where you live in the world, you can get involved. Check it out here.

Donations to the ministry of the Centre for International Reconciliation & Peace
BSB: 064804 Account no: 14069302 Swift code: ctbaau2s

Commonwealth of Australia Bank, 120 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ JUNE 17.8.2025 Newsletter

May God bless you! 
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Zoom Seminar Tues 26.8.25 7pm AEST

Join our zoom seminar and listen to our stimulating speakers Professor Steven Prawer and Professor Marcia Langton from Melbourne University talk about “What should we do to stop antisemitism at universities and schools? Best practice examples from around the world.”

Professor Prawer is a distinguished scientist and, as a Jewish lecturer, his room was invaded by angry pro-Palestinian students during campus protests. He is part of the Australian Academic Alliance Against Antisemitism (5A).

Professor Marcia Langton is a distinguished anthropologist and geographer, Aboriginal activist and author who has also been targeted by protestors for her pro Israel stand. They will outline some positive changes that are needed to deal with antisemitism and look at international examples.
Register free HERE

PRESS RELEASE RE AUSTRALIA’S RECOGNITION OF PALESTINE 11.8.25

“The blood of Australian soldiers stained the soil of the Holy Land to free it from the colonial rule of the Ottoman Empire and their German allies in World War 1,” said Cofounders of Indigenous Friends of Israel International Foundation Ltd, Norman and Barbara Miller. “The bones of our soldiers lie in Commonwealth War Graves in Israel and Gaza.

“The ANZACs were feted by the Netanyahu Israeli government at the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Beersheba (Be’er-Sheva) on 31 October 2017. We were there, leading an international team, as Australian descendants of the light horsemen, in uniform, rode their horses through the city. We watched with excited crowds as they reenacted the famous charge that opened the way to the liberation of Jerusalem after centuries of Islamic occupation. 

“But now Australia has turned its back on Israel by deciding today to recognize Palestine, committed to the destruction of Israel and the genocide or removal of its Jews. 

“The Australian government plans to do this at the UN meeting in September along with France, the UK and Canada, joining 147 nations who have already done so. However, Palestinians do not want a two-state solution. They want a one-state solution, all of Israel with Jerusalem as their capital. 

“So, do we want it on our conscience that we are recognizing a terror state that has gloated over and vowed it will repeat the October 7 civilian massacre, rape, torture, and kidnapping war crimes over and over again?”See rest HERE

Statement by Sarah and Daniel Rabin of Caulfield Shule on Facebook 4.8.25

“At a time when many in our community are feeling shaken by the rise of hate, the silence of some, and the fear that Australia is losing its way, we were reminded that we are not alone.

This week at @caulfieldshule , we were deeply moved by a visit from Norman and Barbara Miller. Norman, an Aboriginal artist, presented us with two hand-painted sticks, adorned with the colours of the Aboriginal flag and the flag of Israel, wrapped in a yellow cloth as a tribute to the hostages still in Gaza.

Norman spoke of the prophecy in Yechezkel (Ezekiel), the vision of two sticks becoming one in G-d’s hand, a symbol of unity, healing, and strength.
His message was powerful: the people of Israel are strong, our story endures, and we are not abandoned.

This gift was more than art. It was a gesture of solidarity. A reminder that there are brave and moral voices, Indigenous leaders and many others, who stand with us.

To Norman and Barbara, and to all who refuse to let hate speak louder than truth, thank you.

And to our community: take heart. We are part of a sacred story that continues with faith, unity, and courage.
Am Yisrael Chai”


Norman Miller presenting clapsticks to Rabbi Daniel Rabin Caulfield Synagogue, Victoria 1.8.25
See video HERE https://youtu.be/IidgxLbZOLI
Norman and Barbara’s interview with Gary Max of J-Air in Melbourne July 25
See video HERE https://youtu.be/LFJ129ewleU?si=K59sku_NAgc00Tt6
Baruch Haba B’Shem Adonai Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord by Ps Barbara Miller 26.7.25 See video HERE https://youtu.be/zCx1mZYCE3s

TRIP TO MELBOURNE 28 JULY – 3 AUGUST 25

Thanks to the financial support and prayers of our family, Pastor Shirley, our mother, and our sisters and brother, we were able to go to Melbourne for a week to gather support for our Schools Antisemitism Education Project and attend the 100th anniversary of the Australian Friends of Hebrew University hosted by our friend Rob Schneider, its CEO. It was jam-packed and fruitful.

As well as meeting with the Victorian Education Dept face to face. we did a teams meeting with a senior advisor to federal education minister Jason Clare. We were privileged to listen to Jack Leder, a Holocaust survivor, speak to students and see the exhibition at the Melbourne Holocaust Museum and return for a meeting with their education officer. Barbara had already spoken to Courage to Care CEO, Mike Zervous, before we left Cairns.

We spoke to Alon Cassuto, CEO of the Zionist Federation of Australia, Ginette Searle, CEO Zionist Victoria and Natalie Gunn, Elie Esakoff and Tomas Goldstein, ECAJ, Joel Burnie, Executive Manager and team AIJAC, Sebastian Irwentarz, Director of Strategic Operations JCCV, the National Council of Jewish Women, Simonne Oberklajd Whine from J-United, Philip Bliss, Council of Christians and Jews and the Lions of Zion.

We were blessed to visit Rabbi Moshe Kahn thanks to Sylvie Jones and to speak briefly before the Friday night Shabbat service at the Caulfield Shule of Rabbi Daniel Rabin where Norman made a clapsticks presentation. We caught up with old friend Abe Schwarz while there. We were also blessed to speak at Celebrate Messiah’s Messianic service on Saturday and catch up with our old friends Rabbi Lawrence Hirsch and Louise Hirsch and David and Carol Jack.

The Australian Friends of Hebrew University and Stand Up events were very interesting. We caught up with friends Eli and Jill Rabinowitz who flew in from Perth just before we flew out. They have been advising us on our Schools Antisemitism Education Project. We believe we made good progress on our project on our visit. 

L – Norman and Barbara with Rabbi Moshe Kahn and Rabbi Daniel Rabin at the 100th anniversary of the Australian Friends of Israel University in Melbourne
R – Marcia Langton signing her books and Barbara Miller at Stand Up event where Marcia was one of the speakers.

L – Norman and Barbara with Eli and Jill Rabinowitz visiting Melbourne from Perth.
R – Norman and Barbara with Carol and David Jack at Celebrate Messiah Melbourne 

L – Natalie Gunn and Ginette Searle from Zionism Victoria with Norman and Barbara Miller R – Barbara and Norman with Simonne of J-United in Melbourne

L – Norman and Barbara with Gary Max of J-Air who interviewed them
R – Norman with Alon Cassuto, CEO of Zionist Federation of Australia

L – Barbara and Norman outside Adass Yisrael Synagogue Melbourne which was burnt and destroyed by anti-Israel terrorists 6 December 2024
R – We listened to Holocaust survivor Jack Leder speak to students at the Melbourne Holocaust Museum

Ps Norman Miller speaking at Celebrate Messiah, Melbourne 2.8.25
See video HERE https://youtu.be/PgMek_NyiiU
Ps Barbara Miller speaking on Tisha B’Av at Celebrate Messiah Melbourne 2.8.25
See video HERE https://youtu.be/u5s8uJs2qr4

Gofundme for Schools Antisemitism Education

There is currently no dedicated, age-appropriate antisemitism education in Australian primary schools—only optional anti racism or holocaust or multicultural education. Please help us while we continue to develop this and work on its implementaton. See HERE

Our expert curriculum writer Shoshana Linnane has developed 10-week modules for Grades 1-2 and 5-6. These lessons use the story of a 7-year-old Jewish refugee girl from the kindertransport during World War II to help children understand what it means to be displaced, excluded, or vulnerable. The modules foster empathy, compassion, and respect for diversity through activities like art, music, and drama, and align with the national curriculum. We want all children to grow up in safe, inclusive communities where they learn to treat others fairly and without discrimination.

If you believe in building a future where every child feels valued and racism has no place, please consider supporting our fundraiser. Even a small contribution or sharing this opportunity to help would make a difference.

From the River Jordan to the Sea of Galilee by Ps Norman Miller 9.8.25
Though many who chant Free Palestine don’t realize which river and sea they are talking about, it is from the River Jordan to the Mediterranean Sea. Ps Norman wanted to share here about the Sea of Galilee in a message the Lord put on his heart.
See video HERE https://youtu.be/brGxsRhUVrI

Please get involved! We need your help!

We would love to connect with you and help you support Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, working against calls for its destruction and the genocide of its people. These calls are advancing at great pace since October 7. Indigenous Friends of Israel formed in July 2017 because of concerns over Australia’s policy towards Israel. Since then we have gone international as antisemitism is international and is an ancient hatred. The forces standing against Israel also oppose Western and/or Judeo-Christian values which have helped us achieve a society with social cohesion and the rule of law.

Please help us take a stand against antisemitism, and for a community where all are valued and safe.  There are many opportunities to use your passion, gifting and skills as a volunteer whether you are a person of faith or not.  United we stand and divided we fall. Please complete the form to volunteer.

Are you good at creating or sharing social media, fundraising, administration, film and video making, government advocacy, newsletters, speaking, representing a geographical area, organising zoom meetings or do you have other giftings or talents that you can use to bless the Lord, the Jewish people, and Israel. It doesn’t matter where you live in the world, you can get involved. Check it out here.

Donations to the ministry of the Centre for International Reconciliation & Peace
BSB: 064804 Account no: 14069302 Swift code: ctbaau2s

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Donations to Pastors Account BSB: 064804 Account no: 14258760

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RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ MAY no 1, 9.5.2025 Newsletter

May God bless you!

Election Aftermath: Where to now re Australia’s stand on Israel and the Jewish people?”

RED WAVE A BLOOD STAIN ON OUR NATION

PUBLIC RELATIONS CAMPAIGN AGAINST ANTISEMITISM AND ANTI-ISRAEL BIAS 

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RECONCILIATION NEWZ BUZZ APRIL no 1, 11.4.2025 Newsletter

Happy Passover and Happy Easter!

This was an amazing seminar as Dr Lisa Sarzin has been at the forefront of Jewish-Indigenous relations and has much insight and experience to share. Also the story of the Rona Tranby Trust helping descendants of Indigenous Light horsemen to go to Israel for the Beer Sheva centenary is an amazing one.

Lauren Briggs shared the heart-warming work of the Heartbeat project where UIA helps out with needy families in Israel. Also Lauren and UIA brought a group of Israeli survivors and rescuers from Oct 7 – Jewish, Druze, Muslim and Christian to Australia mid last year to share their stories. Australian Dionne Taylor has connected with them and become the Australian representative of Israel-is. We recommended participants attend the Never Again is Now/Israel-is Survived to Tell events in Sydney and Melbourne in April with these speakers.

We won’t have a zoom in April because of too many commitments.

Check out Norman’s campaign announcements on his website and find his Facebook and Instagram links here 
Support his Gofundme campaign so he can level the playing field a little with the major parties who are spending millions. Find it here 

PUBLIC RELATIONS CAMPAIGN AGAINST ANTISEMITISM AND ANTI-ISRAEL BIAS 

We thank those who have donated to our Public Relations Campaign Against Antisemitism. We have closed the Gofundme campaign which was not well supported but it is still possible to donate via our website as it will be a long-term campaign and never has it been more needed. 

We are continuing with our monthly zoom seminar series and daily social media reaching out worldwide to counter lies re current events and history. We also have a schools education program preparing materials for primary school.

You can donate HERE 

CAMPAIGN OVERVIEW – COMPASSION AND EDUCATION
In a world where misinformation and prejudice often overshadow truth, it’s crucial to elevate voices that stand for justice, compassion, and education. The Indigenous Friends of Israel International is dedicated to fostering understanding, combating disinformation, and supporting the Jewish community both locally and internationally.

Please get involved! We need your help!

We would love to connect with you and help you support Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, working against calls for its destruction and the genocide of its people. These calls are advancing at great pace since October 7. Indigenous Friends of Israel formed in July 2017 because of concerns over Australia’s policy towards Israel. Since then we have gone international as antisemitism is international and is an ancient hatred. The forces standing against Israel also oppose Western and/or Judeo-Christian values which have helped us achieve a society with social cohesion and the rule of law.

Please help us take a stand against antisemitism, and for a community where all are valued and safe.  There are many opportunities to use your passion, gifting and skills as a volunteer whether you are a person of faith or not.  United we stand and divided we fall. Please complete the form to volunteer.

Are you good at creating or sharing social media, fundraising, administration, film and video making, government advocacy, newsletters, speaking, representing a geographical area, organising zoom meetings or do you have other giftings or talents that you can use to bless the Lord, the Jewish people, and Israel. It doesn’t matter where you live in the world, you can get involved. Check it out here.

Donations to the ministry of the Centre for International Reconciliation & Peace
BSB: 064804 Account no: 14069302 Swift code: ctbaau2s

Commonwealth of Australia Bank, 120 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
Donations to Pastors Account BSB: 064804 Account no: 14258760

THESE AMAZING VIDEOS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR A LOW PRICE USING PAYPAL OR STRIPE. INSTANT DOWNLOAD!

TOPICS – ISRAEL, PRAYER, WORSHIP, THE APOSTOLIC AND PROPHETIC AND MUCH MORE – AT YOUR FINGERTIPS!!! BE BLESSED!!!