A View of Memorial Day

A View of Memorial Day

Memorial Day, which is observed on the last Monday of May, is an American holiday that honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. This year, Memorial Day will occur on Monday, May 31. Originally known as Decoration Day, the origin of...
The Kotel Is in Our Hands

The Kotel Is in Our Hands

On June 7, 1967, IDF General Mordechai Gur broadcast these now-famous words to his battle-worn troops in Jerusalem, “We are sitting right now on the ridge and we’re seeing the Old City. Shortly, we are going to go into the Old City of Jerusalem that all generations...
Reaching the Haredim with the Good News

Reaching the Haredim with the Good News

While COVID-19 has ravaged the world, and has lingered much too long, it has also produced new opportunities and blessings in disguise for many people. In one unique community, the prolonged lockdown has provided a surprising and rare opportunity, the Haredi...
A Collective Obligation

A Collective Obligation

In late January, Israeli media announced Israel’s intent to provide coronavirus vaccines to the world’s Holocaust survivors, including non-Israelis; a special program deemed a “collective obligation” by Diaspora Affairs Minister, Omer Yankelevitch. ***** SUBSCRIBE to...
When the Soup Kitchens Close

When the Soup Kitchens Close

Since the beginning of March 2020, Israel has experienced three complete lockdowns due to the pandemic. They have impacted nearly every aspect of our lives.
Feed My Lambs

Feed My Lambs

Every Wednesday morning before dawn, a group of dedicated and hard-working people arise from their sleep, dress, and make their way to seven different locations. Using forklifts, hand trucks, and muscle power, they lift, hoist, and pack boxes, bags, and crates of food...