Pastors of the Largest Church in America to Meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Shimon Peres

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HOUSTON, Jan. 18, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- In a show of solidarity with the nation of Israel and the Jewish people, Joel and Victoria Osteen will travel to Israel to hold "A Historic Night of Hope" at the Jerusalem Theater on Thursday, February 3 at 7:00 pm. The event will be broadcast around the world by the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN). Their trip will include official meetings with President Shimon Peres and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as well as a tour of the Holy Land.

"As Christians, Victoria and I feel that it is important to stand in support of the nation of Israel and the Jewish people," said Pastor Joel Osteen. "As always, we pray for the peace of Jerusalem."

Joel and Victoria Osteen are pastors for a new generation. Referred to by many as a voice of hope, Pastor Osteen reaches one of the largest audiences in the U.S. and across the globe. Millions of people worldwide are inspired through his weekly television broadcasts, New York Times bestselling books, worship events, and popular weekly podcast. He and Victoria are the pastors of America's largest church and one of the most diverse - the 40,000 strong Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. For more information, go to www.joelosteen.com.