by Shannon Smith | Sep 8, 2026 | Reflections from Israel
The weekly Torah portion is suspended this week as we celebrate Rosh Hashanah. Shana Tova! This year we are pulling from the archives and sending out a teaching by our beloved International President Sondra Baras. The Bible commands the Israelites to sound the Shofar...
by Shannon Smith | Sep 8, 2026 | Reflections from Israel
Jews often refer to this time of year as the High Holy Days. It is a time that includes the Jewish New Year and the Day of Atonement. The Bible does not reference a New Year but refers instead to a “Day of Blowing”, implying the Shofar. Many Christian...
by Katie Eacrett | Sep 22, 2025 | Reflections from Israel
As Rosh Hashanah ushers in the Jewish New Year, Shmuel invites us to pause and recognize God’s kingship and loving presence. In this heartfelt message, he explores the meaning of the shofar, the balance between God as King and Father, and a moving story of courage and...
by Katie Eacrett | Mar 17, 2025 | Reflections from Israel
Dear Friends, As the holiday of Passover approaches our hearts and thoughts turn to our neighbors in Samaria. Many families are struggling to make ends meet as the war has interrupted employment and salaries and taken many fathers away from their families for long...
by Katie Eacrett | Oct 16, 2024 | Reflections from Israel
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Chag Sameach! Enjoy this comprehensive teaching on the holiday of Sukkot.https://youtu.be/6qVHYlQbmyY Bless a family for the Sukkot...
