Henry and Ilse Strauss, together with their family, are devoted to serving in Israel with a heart to build bridges between Christians and the people of the Land. Originally from Southern Africa, they have been living in Israel for several years, responding to what they believe is a clear calling from God to be part of His purposes in this generation.

Through their work with the Rimon Trust, the Strauss family focuses on connecting Christians—especially Afrikaans-speaking believers from South Africa and Namibia—to the land of the Bible in a meaningful and life-changing way. They are passionate about helping others experience Scripture not only as words on a page, but as a living reality rooted in the places where it all happened.

Their ministry includes hosting and guiding faith-based experiences in the land, sharing frontline testimonies from life in Israel, and creating opportunities for believers to encounter God in a deeper way through the land, its people, and its story. They also work closely with local communities, offering support, encouragement, and practical help where needed.

At the heart of everything they do is a desire to inspire Christians to stand with Israel, understand its biblical significance, and grow in their faith through a tangible connection to the land.

As a family, they carry a message of hope, faith, and restoration—believing that God is still at work in Israel today, just as He was in the days of the Bible.