From Discord and Tragedy to Unity and Strength “Our response to the deepening fissures in Israeli society must be to double down on building a stronger, more unified society with a sense of shared language and purpose,” declares Rabbi Shay
Yachad: Fostering Unity in an Increasingly Divisive Environment Just like the message of the Purim story in which the Jewish people were saved and “their sorrow turned to joy and their mourning to happiness,” recent Purim programs run by the
First of its Kind Mixed Religious-Secular Seminary for Girls to Open At a time when Israeli society is severely divided and polarized, a new institution is being established where, for the first time ever, religious and secular high school graduates
Planting Seeds: Fostering Growth Just as Tu B’shvat focuses on the themes of growth and renewal, the Moniqe and Mordecai Katz Yachad Program for Jewish Identity helps individuals and communities grow as they develop their connection to Judaism and to
Ohr Torah Stone is lighting the way! Together for candle lighting – together in building community! The seventh night has arrived, soon all of the candles will burn together brightly as one strong light – the perfect symbol for Ohr
New Jersey Family Names Program Promoting Jewish Identity and Heritage Awareness in Israeli Society (JERUSALEM- November 16, 2022) The Israel-based educational network Ohr Torah Stone (OTS) has announced the naming of the Monique and Mordecai Katz Yachad Program for Jewish
“What Unites Us is Greater Than What Divides Us” OTS’s Monique & Mordecai Katz Yachad Program for Jewish Identity strengthens Jewish-Israeli identity through welcoming programs where Jews of all backgrounds feel comfortable celebrating their shared heritage. In the aftermath of
Welcoming Shabbat B’Yachad – Together The Yachad Jewish Identity Program harnesses the long, sunny Fridays of Israeli summer to run communal Kabbalat Shabbat programs across the country, bringing thousands of Israelis closer to their heritage and their communities “Not all
Taking Ownership: Empowering Secular Israelis to Reclaim and Cherish Jewish Heritage During the Hebrew month of Iyar, tens of thousands of Israelis participated in Yachad activities designed to foster a sense of togetherness, strengthen Jewish connections and empower people to
A Night to Remember: Yachad Makes Pesach Meaningful for Thousands of Israelis “Diaspora Jews who are not religious are generally much more connected to Jewish tradition and to a Jewish community than secular Jews in Israel are,” laments Alita Mor,
Tens of thousands of Israelis flock to festive, experiential Purim celebrations Purim is a holiday that all Israeli Jews look forward to; it’s fun and festive for adults and children alike. However, many secular Israeli Jews don’t feel comfortable in
Organizations to host Purim parties at over 500 locations around Israel ‘Megilla in the communities’ initiative brings Purim celebrations to over 550 locations. Arutz Sheva Staff | 10.3. 2022 After two years of celebrating Purim under the shadow of the
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