ONE HEART, ONE MISSION
About One Lev
One Lev is an international worship ministry based in Israel, sharing faith, hope, and music with audiences around the world.
One heart. One mission. One Lev.
How It Began
One Lev Ministry was founded in 2016 by Lori Kate Lowenhar, her husband Ilan Gorny, and their dear friend Mikhail. From the very beginning the heart of the ministry has remained the same — to encourage faith, build unity, and share hope through music, testimony, and personal connection.
The name One Lev carries meaning in two languages. In Hebrew, Lev means "heart" and in Russian, Lev means "lion" — a reminder that this ministry exists to bring glory to the King of Kings, the Lion of Judah, through songs that inspire faith, hope, and unity.
Based in Israel, One Lev reflects the beauty of Jews and Arabs serving together with one heart, while helping connect the nations more deeply with Israel.
Through inspirational music, ministry updates, and personal stories, the team brings encouragement and strengthens faith wherever they go.
OUR MISSION
One Lev exists to encourage hearts and strengthen faith through inspirational and uplifting music, personal testimony, and ministry updates.
Our desire is to bring people together with one heart — uniting Jews and Arabs in faith — while helping connect the nations more deeply with Israel, so that people may experience hope, courage, and a deeper connection with God, especially during life's challenging seasons.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MUSIC
Meet Ilan & Lori Kate
Ilan Gorny was born and raised in Haifa, Israel, the son of Romanian Holocaust survivors. A gifted drummer since his teenage years, Ilan brings powerful rhythm and a deep heart for worship to every gathering.
He co-founded One Lev with his wife Lori Kate in 2016 and leads the ministry from their home in the Galilee.
Lori Kate Lowenhar was born and raised in Elkhart, Indiana, in a home with a Jewish father and a Gentile mother. After earning a degree in music education from Cedarville University and serving two years with The Liberated Wailing Wall, she took a leap of faith in 1998 and became a dual citizen of Israel and the United States.
A multi-instrumentalist, speaker, and mother of four, she has called the Galilee home for 27 years and travels internationally as a worship leader and speaker.
our team
Partners of One Lev
Allon
BASS GUITAR
Allon is Lori and Ilan's Israeli-born son, a talented bass guitarist who has been playing with the ministry for the past two years and adds great joy to One Lev as a true family ministry.
NiC
KEYBOARD
Originally from Madrid, Spain, where he grew up as a missionary kid, Nic is an exceptional pianist and composer who joined One Lev after touring with them three times in the US and once in Switzerland.
He went from knowing no Jewish music at all to performing every song from memory — and even helping compose new ones.
LEAH
KEYBOARD
Lori Kate's sister Leah is a gifted pianist who travels with the ministry and joyfully shares her love for music and her heart for Israel wherever One Lev goes.
AMIT
TRUMPET
Amit joins the ministry when his service in the Israeli army allows, bringing his trumpet and his heart for worship to One Lev gatherings and adding his own unique voice to the family ministry.
MIKHAIL
GUITAR
An accomplished composer and talented musician from St. Petersburg, Russia, Mikhail is one of the founding members of One Lev.
THE MUSIC
The Sound of Israeli Worship
One Lev blends Soul, Gospel, Blues, and Bossa Nova with a distinctive Middle Eastern expression — Scripture-based worship born out of real life in the Galilee.
IN THE PRESS
One Lev In The Media
MINISTRIES OF FAITH ARTICLE
NITE LINE FEATURE
OUR REACH
Where We’ve Ministered
Since 2016 One Lev has shared worship and testimony across three continents — from their home in the Galilee to congregations and gatherings in America and throughout Europe. Every journey has the same purpose: to encourage faith, build unity, and bring the love of God wherever they go.
Israel · America · England · Italy · Germany · Austria · Netherlands · Switzerland · Czech Republic · Finland
COMMON QUESTIONS
Everything You Need to Know
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We are honored to serve at a variety of gatherings including:
Church services
Retreats
Small group gatherings
Bible studies
Community events
Messianic or faith-based gatherings
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Yes. One Lev Ministry typically travels within the United States one to two times each year and also ministers in Europe about twice a year. We are grateful for opportunities to share messages of encouragement, faith, and hope, and we welcome invitations wherever doors open for the ministry.
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We request a minimum honorarium of $1,000, which helps cover travel expenses such as airfare, transportation, and rental car costs.
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If possible, host housing is greatly appreciated, and we are happy to stay with trusted members of the hosting community. If host housing is not available, assistance with hotel accommodations may be helpful.
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Meals are not required, but providing a meal during the visit is always appreciated, particularly when travel schedules are busy.
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Yes. Lori often brings a small ministry table that may include:
Books
Handmade jewelry
Beautiful shawls
CDs
One Lev ministry T-shirts
These resources help support the ministry and allow guests to take home something meaningful from the event.
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Because travel dates are limited, it is helpful to contact us several months in advance to discuss availability.
TESTIMONIAL
“Filled with heartfelt worship”
One Lev’s performances are filled with heartfelt worship and personal testimony. Their music creates an atmosphere where the audience feels both emotionally and spiritually connected and uplifted.
Lori Kate’s presence draws listeners deeper and deeper into the moment. One Lev shares not only songs but also stories of faith, leaving many in the audience inspired with the Holy Spirit dwelling in them long after.
- NICHOLE RAZ | HAIFA
BOOK ONE LEV
Invite One Lev to Your Next Event
One Lev is available for worship events, concerts, and ministry gatherings in the US and internationally. Whether you're hosting a congregation, conference, or special event, invite One Lev to share worship and testimony from the Galilee.
