News and Reflections

News from the Land

How Can We Respond to Terrorism?

Last week, two terrorists drove up to a popular rest stop and houmous restaurant on Route 60, at the Eli Junction (between Maale Levona and Shiloh). They opened fire on a man filling his car at the local filling station, killing him on the spot.

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Reflections from Israel

Meet Aviva from Tekoa

You'll love hearing Aviv's story! Join Maya Berretta as she interviews a Jewish pioneer, living in a community somewhere in Judea and Samaria. Meet the men and women who are personally fulfilling Biblical prophecy every single day.

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Reflections from Israel

A Visit With Shmuel: Nofim

I am excited to share my recent tour of the community of Nofim. Even though it is located right across the valley from our office in Karnei Shomron, I had never actually visited it before. In Hebrew, Nofim means views and I was curious to find out if reality matched the hype. And let me tell you, it absolutely did!

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Reflections from Israel

June 2023 Heartland Highlight: Tekoa

Tekoa, a vibrant community in the Judean Desert, desperately needs additional surveillance cameras to protect families from constant terrorist threats. Help them purchase vital surveillance cameras so they can protect their perimeter and keep a sharp eye on their surroundings. Your donation today can help save a life in Biblical Israel.

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News from the Land

Israel is an Independent Country!

I am getting tired of foreign interference in internal Israeli politics. I realize that there is a long history of foreign interference in Israel, particularly from the US and Europe. These countries can be counted among Israel’s strongest allies and for that reason, their interference is often the most potent. But what we are seeing today has crossed all lines.

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Reflections from Israel

What is Pentecost?

Pentecost is a little-known holiday in many Christian denominations. Its connection to the founding of the church from the Book of Acts is well-known but in fact, Pentecost is rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures.

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Reflections from Israel

A Visit With Shmuel: Netafim

Just before Israel celebrated its 75th Independence Day, I had the pleasure of visiting the community of Kiryat Netafim in Samaria. As we drove through the neighborhoods, I encountered a heartwarming display of the residents' pride and love for their homeland, as every balcony was adorned with Israeli flags and blue and white garlands.

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Reflections from Israel

Meet Sagi from Karnei Shomron

Meet Sagi from Karnei Shomron! CFOIC Heartland is proud to introduce the latest episode of A Modern Pioneer in Biblical Israel. Join Maya Berretta as she interviews a Jewish pioneer, living in a community somewhere in Judea and Samaria.

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Reflections from Israel

May 2023 Heartland Highlight: Karnei Shomron

Karnei Shomron is determined to help the families of children with a variety of special
needs, those dealing with intense grief, learning disabilities and other emotional
challenges. Investing in these children and their families will enable them to reach their
full potential and find joy in their lives.

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