Jewish, Swiss in Switzerland

People Name:	Jewish, Swiss
Country:	Switzerland
10/40 Window:	No
Population:	19,000
World Population:	19,000
Primary Language:	German, Swiss
Primary Religion:	Ethnic Religions
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	New Testament
Ministry Resources:	No
Jesus Film:	No
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	Jewish
Affinity Bloc:	Jewish
Progress Level:

Introduction

Jews have lived in Switzerland since the 13th century, frequently facing persecution. Today, most Swiss Jewish live in the large cities. The many Jewish organizations and communities in Switzerland, including ultra-Orthodox, Orthodox, Reform and Liberal Jews, are united by the Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities. Judaism is a non-evangelistic religion. A non-Jew or Gentile can become a Jew only through a time of prolonged study and commitment. The two main holy days of the Jews are the Passover, and the Day of Atonement during which there is fasting, prayer and confession. The Jewish Shabbat runs from Friday evening until Saturday evening. Religious Jews use this time to attend synagogue and to spend time with their families.

Ministry Obstacles

There are few, if any, Jewish background believers in Switzerland. Workers among them are few. By keeping themselves removed from Christians for fear of oppression, Jews have cut themselves off from hearing about the salvation that Jesus offers.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray that Swiss Jewish would be willing to investigate the claims of Jesus.
Pray that God would open their spiritual eyes as they read and study the Old Testament.
Ask the Lord to send believers to demonstrate God's love to the Jewish in Switzerland.