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Jonah Ministries logo: Anchor with cross and dove, symbolizing hope and faith

The Heart of Jonah Ministries

Sharing a message of faith, restoration, and the hope that anchors us through every storm

Saved at Sea: The Testimony that Launched a Mission

Professional photo of Michelle Hamilton-Cohen, founder of Jonah Ministries and survivor of the "Saved at Sea" ordeal.

Jonah Ministries was founded by Michelle Hamilton-Cohen following a profound event where she survived three days lost at sea. This experience instilled in her a deep, personal understanding of God's unwavering faithfulness and the power of prayer. Today, she is devoted to sharing that anchor of hope with others facing their own spiritual and personal storms, guiding them toward healing and restoration.

Our Faith and Foundation

We are a non-denominational ministry centered on a belief in the love of God and the saving
power of Yeshua (Jesus). Our teachings focus on:

Messianic Fulfillment:

Centering on Yeshua (Jesus) as the promised Messiah.

Healing & Deliverance:

Providing spiritual resources to help overcome trauma, anxiety, and emotional distress.

The Power of Prayer:

Encouraging a vibrant, active relationship with God through conversation and study.​​


OUR  JEWISH  HERITAGE

 MY GREAT GREAT GRANDFATHER AND GRANDMOTHER ORIGINALLY FLED KIEV, UKRAINE IN 1903 AND TRAVELED TO SCOTLAND.

 

 MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER ESTHER NOVAK WED BEN COHEN AND THEN THEY  TRAVELED ON A 6 WEEK BOAT JOURNEY TO NEW ZEALAND, WHERE MY  GRANDMOTHER ESTHER COHEN BECAME A FAMOUS DRESS DESIGNER, SPECIFICALLY WEDDING DRESSES. IN ORDER TO HIDE THEIR JEWISH IDENTITY THEY CHANGED THEIR LAST NAME FROM COHEN TO COWAN.

 

Although throughout history our family has suffered for being Jewish, we are grateful that YAHWEH designated for us to be part of this lineage and be his 'KEEPERS OF THE BOOK'.  

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Teach me, O YAHWEH, to follow your decrees; then I will keep them to the end. Give me understanding, and I will keep your Torah and obey it with all my heart. Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight. (Psalms 119:33-35)
 

A Legacy of Faith and Heritage

Vintage photo of the extended family gathering, symbolizing the **multi-generational faith and legacy** of the founder's fami

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Historical photo of Solomon and Pearl Novak, founder's family heritage

Solomon Novak

Historical photo of **Esther and Eva**, key figures in the founder's family lineage and entrepreneurial heritage

Pearl Novak

Historical image of Solomon and Pearl Novak tied to the legacy of Jonah Ministries founder.

Solomon and Pearl Novak

Historical image of Cohen's first dress making shop in Scotland.

Cohen's first dress making shop in Scotland

Esther on left Eva on right

Esther and Eva

ben cohen in military uniform

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.Ben Cohen's Parents in Scotland

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ben and esther 1910 wedding day

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Historical photo of **Esther**, key figures in the founder's family lineage and entrepreneurial heritage

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Christian study book on prophecy, Israel's re-gathering, and A Light to the Nations

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Vintage photo of the extended family gathering, symbolizing the **multi-generational faith and legacy** of the founder's fami

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Ben and Esther's 2 daughters Eva and Gerta

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gerta left and eva on right

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Esther Cowan Department Store

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Esther Cohen's first dress boutique in Wellington NZ

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Gerta wearing a cohen collection dresspg

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Historical photo of **Eva**, key figures in the founder's family lineage and entrepreneurial heritage

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Free Ebook: Biblical resource study on Abraham's Covenant People and Messianic faith

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Vintage photo of the extended family gathering, symbolizing the **multi-generational faith and legacy** of the founder's fami

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Historical image of Solomon and Pearl Novak tied to the legacy of Jonah Ministries founder.

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gerta on her wedding day.

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GERTA AND HOWARDS WEDDING.

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Historical image of Solomon and Pearl Novak tied to the legacy of Jonah Ministries founder.

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COUSINS RACHELLE AND SHELLI.

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Gerta as a young woman

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GERTA'S 4 CHILDREN AND SHELLI.

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THE WHOLE COHEN AND NOVAK CLAN.

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MY GRANDFATHER HOWARD WITH HIS PEERS IN NZ

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LEFT TO RIGHT EVA, RACHELLE, ESTHER, SHELLI, GERTA.

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howard ans family.

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Vintage photo of the extended family gathering, symbolizing the **multi-generational faith and legacy** of the founder's fami

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Grandmother Esther.

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4 GENERATIONS OF WOMEN, MICHELLE AS A CHILD.

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MY MUM AND DAD GRAHAM AND RACHELLE.

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BEN COHEN GRAVE STONE.

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Historical image from the founder's family archives, illustrating a **legacy of faith and community resilience**.

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