MESSIANIC JUDAISM 

Beth Yachad is a Messianic Congregation led by
Messianic Rabbi Harlon Picker and Rebbitzin Joyce Picker,
where Jewish and non-Jewish (Gentile) believers in the Messiah Yeshua (Jesus) can together worship the Holy One of Israel. In this atmosphere of unity, we also identify with "Messianic Judaism"—the modern, world-wide revival of Jewish people coming to know their Messiah, Yeshua. Messianic Judaism is both a restoration of the 1st century faith, and a prophetic move of God as foretold in the Scriptures. 

 

 

 

TO THE JEW FIRST 

The apostle Paul said that the Gospel of Yeshua is "the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Gentile." (Romans 1:16) The salvation of our Jewish people is a top priority at Beth Yachad, though never to the exclusion of the Gentile. We desire to see all Jewish people embrace their Messiah, Yeshua, and fulfill their calling as servants of the God of Israel. To this end, we support Messianic Jewish outreach efforts in the former Soviet Union and around the world, as well as other humanitarian efforts, both locally and abroad. 

 

 

UNITY & HARMONY 

Paul also teaches us that Yeshua the Messiah
"is our peace, who made both [Jew and Gentile]
into... one new man..." (Ephesians 2:14-15) The Lord is calling us to be united in one Body as His return approaches. It is time for us to put aside our differences and become one, just as Yeshua and the Father are one (John 17:21). This spirit of unity and harmony between Jew and Gentile is predominant in the congregational life of Beth Yachad. 

 

HEBRAIC ROOTS

 

At Beth Yachad, we believe one of the keys to unity in the Body is for us to actively reach out to the Gentile Churches and teach them about the Hebraic roots of Christianity. We specifically teach and preach the Biblical Feasts and Festivals (as outlined in Leviticus 23) from a Messianic perspective—that in Yeshua we find the fullness of God’s appointed times. 

 

 

 

 

HOUSE OF PRAYER

Beth Yachad is very much a "house of prayer." We believe that prayer is an essential part of congregational life. In addition, we believe that praise and worship are vital to  strengthening the Body of believers. In our services, we follow biblical patterns of prayer, praise and worship, and we welcome and embrace the orderly use of spiritual gifts for the building-up of the congregation (1Corinthians 12-14). 

AFFILIATIONS

 

Beth Yachad is a member of the International Alliance of Messianic Congregations & Synagogues (IAMCS) and The Assemblies of God. Rabbi Harlon and Rebbitzin Joyce are also members of the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America (MJAA). We believe that membership in these three key organizations will help to ensure that Beth Yachad will remain true to its Jewish heritage and calling while it also reaches out to the Gentile (Christian) Church. 

 

 

MINISTRIES

From music and dance to intercessory prayer; from youth and adult education to ministry for men, women and families—Beth Yachad is a vibrant expression of messianic ministry. We invite you to come and join us for any of our wonderful meetings and services and become part of the mishpochah (family)! If you feel you are being called to a deeper relationship with the God of Israel and His Son, Yeshua, and you want to be a part of God’s prophetic plan for end-time revival, then there is a place for you at Beth Yachad Messianic Congregation!

 

Messianic Rabbi/Pastor

Harlon Picker

Harlon is the Senior Rabbi/Pastor of the Beth Yachad Community of Messianic Synagogues and the Senior Congregational Leader.  He ministers at the Beth Yachad - Phoenix location.

Harlon is a Jewish believer in Yeshua. His family has been traced back to the Tribe of Levi. His great grandfathers were Orthodox Jewish Rabbis and his Grandmother was a Biblical Scholar in the 1920’s through the 1940’s. His Grandmother was so anointed in her interpretation of the Bible; the Orthodox Rabbis would consult her often.

Harlon has been called to be a Pastor and a Teacher, but moves in all areas of the five-fold ministry as the Lord directs.

Harlon has played the trumpet for over 35 years. He played professionally for 15 years. He currently plays the trumpet, trombone, flugelhorn and Shofar (ram’s horn) exclusively for the Lord. He has played with: David Chernoff, Joel Chernoff, Phil Driscoll, Marty Goetz, Joe Finkelstien, Victor Klemenko, David O’Neill, Kol Simcha & Jonathan Settel among others. He also sings and has a special gift of harmonizing with his voice.

Harlon became a Believer in 1983 but thought he had to be a Christian to accept Jesus (Yeshua). Little did he know that the Lord wanted him to teach other Jews and Gentiles to accept and worship Yeshua together and that he could do this while still retaining his Jewish heritage! When Harlon discovered Messianic Judaism in December 2000, his whole life changed as God called him into Messianic Ministry.

As well as being the Senior Rabbi at Beth Yachad Messianic Congregation, he currently minister’s at Church’s throughout the Valley of the Sun (Phoenix, AZ). Harlon has taught discipleship classes and has been active in Messianic Judaism since discovering the Messianic Movement in December 2000.  Harlon has been involved with intercessory prayer, altar work, couples ministry, men’s ministry, and worship and orchestra ministry.

Harlon graduated from Desert Rose Christian College with a Bachelor's Degree in Theology. He also has an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Housekeeping Management and an Associate of Arts in Business from Rio Salado Community College.  He is currently pursuing his Masters of Divinty from Kings College & Seminary in Van Nuys, California.

Harlon received his Full Ordination as a Messianic Jewish Rabbi with the Assemblies of God on April 22, 2008.  He received his Ordination as a Messianic Jewish Rabbi from the International Alliance of Messianic Congregations & Synagogues on January 10, 2006.  He received his Certificate of License as a Messianic Jewish Rabbinic Intern from the I.A.M.C.S. on January 6, 2004. He was ordained as a Full-Communion Pastor on August 9, 2003 through Desert Rose Christian College; as a Minister of the Gospel on June 16, 2003 through Gospel Ministers & Churches International; as a Messianic Rabbi on January 25, 2003 through Jewish Voice Ministries International; and as a Reverend on August 17, 2002 through Desert Rose Christian College. He also received his General Ministry License & License to Preach through Desert Rose Christian College on August 17, 2002.

Harlon is a national conference speaker and often teaches on one of his favorite subjects, the Shofar. Harlon is available to speak, play and sing about Yeshua (Jesus) and to educate those on what it means to be a Messianic Jewish believer as well as the Hebraic roots of Christianity and the Biblical Feasts and Festivals.

Rebbitzin/Messianic Jewish Teacher/Pastor

Joyce Picker

Joyce is the Rebbitzin/Pastor of the Beth Yachad Community of Messianic Synagogues and the Senior Co-Congregational Leader.  She ministers at the Beth Yachad - Phoenix location.

Joyce grew up in a religious family and knew Jesus was calling her at a very young age. Joyce attended church every Sunday however; she did not have a personal relationship with Jesus. In her late 20’s, she converted to Judaism without Yeshua. She was very active in a large Jewish community in Southern Florida. Joyce was the Vice-President of the Coral Springs, Florida chapter of Hadassah. It was during this time that the Lord gave her a special love for the Jewish people. In 1994, Joyce accepted Yeshua as her Messiah and Savior and has been doing Evangelism ever since.

Joyce has been called to be a Prophet and an Evangelist, but moves in all areas of the five-fold ministry as the Lord directs. She has a unique gift of being able to heal through her hands as the Ruach HaKodesh (Spirit of the Lord) works through her.

As well as being the Rebbitzin at Beth Yachad Messianic Congregation, Joyce also ministers at churches around the Valley of the Sun (Phoenix, AZ). Joyce is active in Messianic Judaism, praise and worship, couples ministry, woman’s ministry, intercessory prayer, altar work, and she has taught discipleship and bible study. She is a Chaplain at Jewish Voice Ministries International along with her husband Harlon. Joyce has personally witnessed the significance that words can have on one’s life. Joyce enjoys teaching men, women and children about the impact of speaking God’s life-giving words and blessings into one’s life.

Joyce graduated from Desert Rose Christian College with a Bachelor's Degree in Theology. She also has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration & Management from the University of Phoenix. Joyce has also completed Evangelism Explosion under Dr. D. James Kennedy from Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church.  She is currently pursuing his Masters of Divinty from Kings College & Seminary in Van Nuys, California.

Joyce received her Full Ordination as a Messianic Jewish Rabbi with the Assemblies of God on April 22, 2008.  She received her ordination as a Messianic Jewish Teacher through the International Alliance of Messianic Congregations & Synagogues on January 11, 2005.  She was ordained as a Messianic Pastor on June 15, 2004 through Beth Yachad Messianic Congregation; as a Full-Communion Pastor on August 9, 2003 through Desert Rose Christian College; as a Minister of the Gospel on June 16, 2003 through Gospel Ministers & Churches International; and as a Reverend on August 17, 2002 through Desert Rose Christian College. She also received her General Ministry License & License to Preach through Desert Rose Christian College on August 17, 2002.

Joyce is available to speak and/or sing for the Lord and educate others on what it means to be a Messianic Jewish Believer. She also teaches on the vision of bringing the Jew and Gentile together in one body, the Hebraic roots of Christianity and the Biblical Feasts and Festivals.

Messianic Pastor Allan Moorhead

Allan holds a BA from Faith Bible College. Allan is an Elder for Beth Yachad Messianic Congregation and has been part of Bridges for Peace for 15 years. He is popular as a guest speaker and performer on TBN and at churches. Currently, he performs with Y’dadim Sha Israel (Friends of Israel). Also, he has participated in archeological digs in Israel. His other activities include pursuing a Master’s degree and working as Supervisor of Maintenance/Operations at the Agua Fria Power Plant for over 30 years.  He is also the Congregational Leader for Beth Yachad - Arrowhead.

Messianic Pastor Anita Moorhead

Anita holds a BA from Faith Bible College.  She is the mother of five children - one who serves as a Missionary to China. She has been part of Bridges for Peace for over 15 years, a business owner for 9 years and a Director of Religious Education. Also, she traveled to Israel during the Israeli war with Lebanon in order to encourage Israeli troops through dance solidarity concerts. She is also the Co-Congregational Leader for Beth Yachad - Arrowhead.