Temple B’nai Israel stands in solidarity with Israel.
We are heartbroken and horrified by the attacks.
We pray for all those who are in harm’s way.
We pray for the healing of the wounded, redemption for those captured, and comfort for the many bereaved.
Responding to Questions about Israel: A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Fish
As we follow Israel’s war with Hamas, it’s vital to know how to discuss the situation with others — colleagues, friends at work or school, parents of our children, and to express the deep pain we feel for family members, friends, and loved ones experiencing these horrors firsthand in the Jewish State…
The Jewish Community Relations Council of Boston CEO Jeremy Burton joined with nationally recognized expert Dr. Rachel Fish to discuss resources and tools to engage people in these conversations effectively both in person and on social media.
Watch the YouTube video of the program that was presented on October 19, 2023
Donations to Magen David Adom – Israel’s Red Cross – will enable the paramedics, EMTS, first responders, and first-aid providers to treat all injured people in Israel.
The Jewish Federation of New Hampshire has announced that the Jewish Federations of North America is responding, working with their core partners to support victims of terror, help rebuild damaged infrastructure, and address the unprecedented levels of trauma caused by this horrific attack.
Additional links to vetted organizations for your consideration:
- The Chesed Fund – Winter Boots for Our Soldiers (added 11/28/2023)
- UJA Israel Emergency Fund
- United Hatzalah in Israel
- Friends of the Israel Defense Forces Emergency campaign for funds to buy critical supplies for the soldiers:
- Leket Stands with Southern Israel: They deliver meals for homebound individuals and seniors, provide essential supplies for families, and offer financial assistance
- OneFamily | Overcoming Terror Together They offer emergency grief and trauma counseling to all victims and survivors, soldiers and civilians, including long-term PTSD care, as well as cash for immediate needs resulting from the tragedy
- Donate to rebuild the communities that were the victims of the Hamas attacks in Southern Israel – https://www.solidarity4survivors.com/
עֹשֶׂה שָׁלוֹם בִּמְרוֹמָיו, הוּא יַעֲשֶׂה
שָׁלוֹם עָלֵינוּ וְעַל כָּל יִשְׂרָאֵל
Oseh shalom bim-romav Hu ya’aseh shalom aleinu V’al kol Yisrael.
May the One who makes peace in the high heavens make peace for us and all Israel.
