Bethlehem & Jerusalem Christian Families
A Fellowship
of Light
Preserving an ancient craft. Sustaining Christian communities. Building a bridge of hope from Bethlehem to the world.
Our Mission
Hands That Carve
Hope Into Wood
For over two decades, BCF Mission has connected the world to the Christian artisan families of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Every olive wood carving carries centuries of tradition and the livelihood of an entire community.
By purchasing authentic Holy Land olive wood products, you directly improve the economic condition of Christian communities, encourage families to remain in their ancestral homeland, and help revitalize an art form that dates back to the 4th century.
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Living Impact
Stories From
The Holy Land
The Sacred Groves
Over 10 million olive trees planted across Palestine — a living heritage spanning millennia.
Community & Fellowship
Gathering around tables, sharing stories, and building bonds that transcend borders.
Sacred Artistry
Each carving takes up to 45 days — a labor of devotion by master artisans with 6-7 years of training.
Walk Where He Walked
Join our 10-day pilgrimage through the most sacred sites of the Holy Land.
Our Purpose
Every Purchase
Is an Act of Grace
When you choose an olive wood carving from Bethlehem, you become part of a mission that transcends a simple transaction.
Economic Empowerment
Improving the economic condition of Christian communities in the Holy Land, which has been acutely affected by a drastic drop in sales.
Keeping Families Home
Encouraging families to remain in the Holy Land by alleviating their economic plight through sustainable job development.
Preserving Tradition
Revitalizing the ancient olive wood carving tradition, a sacred art form dating back to the 4th century that is slowly disappearing.
Creating Opportunity
Building job opportunities for skilled craftsmen and encouraging apprenticeship to ensure this art passes to the next generation.
"But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God's unfailing love for ever and ever."
— Psalm 52:8
Sacred Artistry
From the Hands
of Bethlehem
Each olive wood creation is hand-carved by master artisans using techniques passed down through generations. The warm grain and natural beauty of the ancient olive tree makes every piece unique.
Join the Fellowship
Be Part of
Something Sacred
Whether through a purchase, a pilgrimage, or spreading the word — every act of support helps preserve a community and its ancient traditions.
