Ed Smelser

Rev. Ed Smelser is the Northwest USA Area Coordinator for Bridges for Peace.

Rev. Smelser served churches in Washington, Oregon, and Ohio as pastor for 30 years. In September 1992 he made his first trip to Israel and has returned 42 times. He continues to travel to Israel on assignment and hosting tour groups.

Pastor Ed and his wife, Bonnie, lived in Jerusalem for 4 1/2 years, and have been involved in Israel related ministries for over 10 years.

Smelser has served on the teaching faculty in two Bible Colleges, has hosted his own radio program, and has been a frequent TV guest. He speaks in churches of all denominations.


Area Coordinator
Rev. Ed Smelser is the Northwest USA Area Coordinator for Bridges for Peace. Rev. Smelser served churches in Washington, Oregon, and Ohio as pastor for 30 years. In September 1992 he made his first trip to Israel and has returned 42 times. He continues to travel to Israel on assignment and hosting tour groups. Pastor Ed and his wife, Bonnie, lived in Jerusalem for 4 1/2 years, and have been involved in Israel related ministries for over 10 years. Smelser has served on the teaching faculty in two Bible Colleges, has hosted his own radio program, and has been a frequent TV guest. He speaks in churches of all denominations.
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