Delegation of Israeli Rabbis from Shalom Hartman Institute Extend Beacon of Hope to North American Jewish Communities Amidst Adversity

In the midst of shared challenges facing Israel and Jewish communities across North America, a distinguished delegation of rabbis from the Shalom Hartman Institute in Israel is set to embark on a journey of solidarity and hope.

These rabbis have been steadfast pillars of support, providing spiritual, pastoral, and psychosocial assistance to hundreds of individuals affected by the recent Israel-Hamas war, including evacuees, wounded soldiers, and families of hostages.

Their visit to North American Jewish communities exemplifies a commitment to strengthening ties between Israeli and North American Jewry and underscores their dedication to learning about North American Jewish life and communities.

The delegation will take part in a three-day educational seminar on North American Judaism and Jewish Peoplehood at the Shalom Hartman Institute from March 12^th – March 14^th in New York. In addition, they will be teaching at synagogues across denominations throughout North America. Participating synagogues include Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl’s Central Synagogue in New York City and Rabbi David Wokenfeld’s Ohev Shalom in Washington DC among many more.  

Pluralistic Israeli rabbis in the Shalom Hartman Institute’s Israeli Rabbis Network (Rabbanut Yisraelit)are bringing about a spiritual rejuvenation in the Israeli public sphere by inspiring Israelis to engage meaningfully with Jewish life in the 21st century.  

Since October 7, rabbis in Israel and North America are playing a pivotal role in comforting, teaching, and supporting their congregants as they experience pain, grief, and fear. This visit is part of the ongoing efforts of the Institute to equip rabbis with the resources and ideas to guide their communities through this crisis. 

For media inquiries and to learn more about this event and the pluralistic Hartman-ordained rabbis contact: maital.friedman@shalomhartman.org  

Learn more about the work of the Israeli Rabbis Network and its vision for Empowering Rabbis - Shalom Hartman Institute 

The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading center of Jewish thought and education, serving Israel and North America. The Institute is committed to developing ideas for Jewish communities to address the most pressing issues of the day, ensuring that Judaism is a compelling force for good in the 21st century. 

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