by Katie Eacrett | Jan 28, 2025 | News from the Land
January 28, 2025 Sondra Oster Baras What an emotional roller-coaster! Last Sunday and again this past Saturday, we waited with baited breath to see which hostages would be released and what they would look like. It had been more than a year since the last hostage...
by Katie Eacrett | Jan 23, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom! The journey of redemption is not always a straight path. In Parashat Va’era, the people of Israel, once filled with hope after Moses’ arrival, are now consumed by despair. Pharaoh’s harsh decrees have crushed their spirit, making it hard to...
by Katie Eacrett | Jan 23, 2025 | News from the Land
Wind of Change and Hope January 24, 2025 Shmuel Junger Returning to Israel after a transformative week in Washington, D.C., I feel a deep sense of gratitude and excitement. The experience of participating in what could be one of the most pivotal moments for Judea and...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Jan 16, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Welcome to the first portion of the book of Exodus! Shemot opens a new chapter in the story of the Israelites, introducing us to the remarkable figure of Moses, destined to lead his people to freedom and deliver God’s law. Though his life begins in peril, hidden among...
by Katie Eacrett | Jan 9, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Welcome to the last portion of the book of Genesis! On the surface Portion VaYechi may seem less exciting than the ones from the previous weeks. But as one dives deeper there are whispers of prophecy and hints of mysticism to be...
