We Stand With Israel
ETZ HAYIM SYNAGOGUE AND FRIENDS STAND WITH ISRAEL
October 18, 2023 - an interfaith expression of solidarity with the people of Israel
At Etz Hayim after Friday night service on October 27, 2023, standing left to right Stephen Soreff, Katherine Prudhomme-O’Brien (holding the letter), David Love, John Potucek, and Rabbi Peter Levy. Seated is Erica Layon.
Representative Katherine Prudhomme-O’Brien read the letter: “The New Hampshire House of Representatives adamantly rejects anti-Semitism, hate and terrorism. These acts of violence and senseless killings taking place in Israel are beyond the horrors of any nightmare imagined, and we want to make absolutely clear that Israel defend itself and protect the innocent from the horrible destruction and violence brought on by Hamas. Today, on behalf of my colleagues from Derry, I affirm our support for Israel and our Jewish community. I pray that humanity wins and that we can all live in peace with one another. In support, Derry Delegation, Rockingham District 13 New Hampshire, House of Representatives.”
RECOMMENDED NEWS SOURCES
Unsure how to stay up-to-date on events in Israel?
JFNH's Israel Engagement and Education Committee has
these suggestions:
Two sources of daily updates on the war with Hamas: JCPA and IDF Real-time Updates
US-based sources of daily news on Jewish and Israeli affairs include: The Algemeiner, Jewish News Syndicate; JewishPress.com.
For analyses of information and misinformation about Israel and the Middle East: Endowment for Middle East Truth (EMET); Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis (Camera).
The Israel Defense and Security Forum (IDSF) provides daily briefings and updates from Israel on the war with Brigadier General Amir Avivi and other important Israelis Monday - Thursday at 10 am EST. Watch the briefing from December 21, 2023 or from January 1, 2024. ISDF also published a briefing on YouTube on November 30th: "Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem Fleuhr Hassam-Nahoum and Danny Seaman provide an update on the terror attack today in Jerusalem and an overview of the complex situation in Jerusalem."
JFNH has no affiliation to the above sources, nor do we endorse nor verify the information expressed by these sources. Inclusion of sources within this or subsequent newsletters does not constitute endorsement by JFNH of views expressed.
Any questions may be sent to JFNH Director Allyson Guertin
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR ADULTS
Useful Links and Resources
Shalom Hartman Institute's "For Heaven's Sake" Podcast episode "Israel at War - How Did This Happen?"
Thank Israeli Soldiers via WhatsApp
Want to thank an Israeli soldier for their service? Record a video thanking them, speaking in whatever language you wish. Send your video over WhatsApp to +1-201-6208540. Organized by Thank Israeli Soldiers.
Combating Antisemitism
ADL has put together a helpful list of crisis resources on their Stand With Israel webpage.
Political Action
Please urge your elected officials at the federal, state, and local level to speak out and make a clear and unequivocal statement in support for our ally Israel and its right to defend itself. JFNA can connect you to your representatives through this form.