Yitro | Exodus 18:1 – 20:23
In Portion Yitro the Children of Israel meet a nation that will haunt them for centuries: Amalek.
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Beshalach | Exodus 13:17 – 17:16
Portion Beshalach asks the question: Where do we go from here?
With this week’s recovery and burial of Ran Gvili, many people find themselves questioning the future. Now that the last hostage has been found, what is the next step?
All Our Brothers Are Home
Our last hostage has returned home from Gaza. For the first time since 2014, there are no Israeli hostages held in Gaza.
Bo | Exodus 10:1 – 13:16
In Parsha Bo Moshe is faced with plagues and impending departure from Egypt. However, he is concerned about the story that will be told to subsequent generations of the Children of Israel. What legacy developed and why is it important?
Vaera | Exodus 6:2-9:35
In Parshat Vaera, Aaron cast down his staff, which then turned into a snake…or a scorpion…or a crocodile!
Efrat
This past year, the community of Efrat launched an initiative designed to help former reservists, teens and young adults heal from past emotional wounds and trauma through various forms of art including ceramics, drawing, music and mixed media.
Shemot | Exodus 1:1 – 6:1
Why is this book called Shemot? This book is called “Names” for the names of the Children of Israel who were never forgotten, even in Exile.
VaYechi – Genesis 47:28 – 50:26
Shmuel connects this week’s tale to the famed Zionist Max Nordau, the burial place of Rachel, and a reminder from the prophet Jeremiah.
Leshem
In 1983, a group of pioneering families following in the ideological footsteps of Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin established a new community in the hills of western Samaria.
The Real People of Israel
Real life is about people, relationships, feelings and generosity. Real life is about a people who will not allow their enemies to defeat them but will cling to an ancient faith, where God promises He will never forsake us.
