After the Ninth of Av

By Sondra Oster Baras Even as we continue to mourn the destruction of the Temple nearly 2,000 years ago, and experience the difficulties that face us in Israel in 2018, we are comforted knowing that we are in the process of redemption, we have returned, and are here...
People of Faith in the Promised Land

People of Faith in the Promised Land

By: Sondra Baras Tuesday April 3, 2018 The CFOIC Heartland Annual Israel Tour has just gone home after spending at least a week and for some, 11 days, touring Israel.  (We structured our tour differently this year — a basic 7 day tour and a 4 day add-on which enabled...
You Can Help a Family in Need!

You Can Help a Family in Need!

By: Avital Stern-Buchnick This month, we have focused on helping the neediest families in Samaria with their greatest need during the harsh winter – heat!  For years, through the Samaria Family Assistance Program, we have provided food parcels for these families,...

December 2017

 Dowload the Printable PDF Dear Friend of Israel,   Tragedy struck Neve Zuf on July 21, 2017.  A terrorist infiltrated the community undetected. He entered the home of Yossi and Tova Salomon as they hosted dozens of family and friends.  He drew his knife and started...