Israel Updates
Special Israel Update #7
Friends,
It has been a long, arduous, traumatic 47 days since Hamas attacked Israel and savagely murdered 1400 civilians. Since then, we have witnessed an Israel-Hamas War the killing of innocent Palestinians, and we have counted and named each of the fallen IDF soldiers.
Finally, at least, there is a promise of a hostage release and temporary cease-fire agreement! As I write this, the time of the pending 50-person hostage release/cease-fire in exchange for 150 Palestinians has been announced and is to take place Thursday at 10:00 am local time (2:00 am central time). We are grateful this news has finally arrived.
Hamas has unleashed and opened the doorway for an unprecedented level of antisemitism to descend on American soil, especially on our college campuses. In this Israel update, you can click on the link to individual colleges and get updates and opportunities to write to the college presidents, administrators, and trustees. Also in this update is a section of selected Israeli stores to purchase from, and need our support.
During this season of Thanksgiving, I am grateful for the potential release of 50 hostages and a temporary cessation of fire. Of course, much more still needs to be accomplished, and all the hostages need to be released, yet it is so important to give thanks for what we currently have. For now, we give thanks that we might see 50 hostages–women and children freed tomorrow!
I hope your Thanksgiving is filled with gratitude. Even in dark times, there can always be moments of light.
My friend and colleague Rabbi Lisa Gelber writes, Our Torah tells us we emerged from darkness: “the earth was unformed and void, with darkness over the surface of the deep” (Gen. 1:2); “and God separated the light from the darkness” (Gen. 1:4). Notice, God does not destroy the darkness; rather, it is pulled back, separated to expose the light and the dark, each in its own time and place.
May the moments of light shine brightly and proudly this Thanksgiving and Hanukkah Season.
With Every Blessing,
Rabbi Bellows
Special Israel Update #6
Friends,
In this issue of our Israel Newsletter, you will find:
- Information and Registration for March for Israel, November 14th.
- Updated Learning resource section for articles on Hamas, war, talking to our kids, antisemitism, and more.
- Upcoming events to attend and support
- New action items for our attention
The Hostages have now been held captive for 33 days, and we keep them in our hearts as we do whatever we can to work for their release. The upcoming March for Israel will undoubtedly focus on freeing the hostages as well as the surge in antisemitism. These are tremendously hard days for our People. The days are so difficult for so many people. The death toll of the innocents in Gaza is, for me, heartwrenching, and I join so many others in praying for the hostages to be released and the killing to cease.
I hope you find this week’s Israel Update helpful. Should you find any other events, articles, etc, that we should include in the Israel update, please send them to me.
With Prayers for Peace.
Rabbi Bellows
If you would like to meet with me, please give me a call (847-383-5017) or send me an email and we can set up a time.
Heart is in the East- a CBA Spotify playlist of songs for healing.
Who From Beth Am is going to Washington D.C., on Nov. 14? The JUF is offering some travel subsidies. The first step is to let us know you will be going to the March for Israel. To attend and find out more information about the March for Israel, Click Here!
Special Israel Update #5
Friends,
This week’s Israel update includes information and resources about the surge in antisemitism (see info on how to spell antisemitism). We can’t ignore the increasingly painful antisemitic rhetoric and actions against Jews that are occurring at this moment and are all over social media and even news outlets.
We have also added two forms: one for those who have family/friends in Israel and the other for parents of college-age youth. If these forms apply to you, I hope you will fill them out. Thank you!
Additionally, in this update, there is info on local events, resources for understanding Israel issues, a CBA Spotify playlist for these dire times in Israel and around the world, as well as information on combating antisemitism with CBA Kulanu.
Please do take care. If you would like to meet with me for any
reason (or no reason at all), please give me a call (847-383-5017) or send me an email and we can set up a time.
With Prayers for Peace.
Rabbi Bellows
Special Israel Update #4
October 19, 2023
Dear Friends,
In this Israel Update, you will find new action items, important resources from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), resources for parents, JUF updates, and more. Here is an opinion piece that I resonated with from the New York Times (or here) as well as a blog piece that I have found helpful. Of course, these are only two of thousands of articles, pictures, and videos on the horrendous situation in Israel and Gaza. I share these with you not to try and convince you to believe one way or the other, but rather, these two pieces provide an answer (s) to many of the questions currently being asked.
Unfortunately, the situation in Israel, Gaza, and the Northern part of Israel will not end quickly (although we hope it does). As we see the rise of antisemitic acts in this Country, it is important to stand together and not let our differences divide us. It is important not to let Terrorists ‘win’ by scaring us into silence, keeping us from our routines, or living our best life. There is work for us to do; there are still hostages, we are still reeling from the massacre of Israelis by Hamas, and the suffering is too big for us to let differences stop us from condemning antisemitism and hatred.
Beth Am is one of only a few congregations in the Country to be named a Kulanau Congregation by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). Kulanu Congregations work in partnership with the ADL to combat hate and Anti-Semitism, and we look forward to sharing more about this venture with you and urge you to participate in our Kulanu events. This week, our Beth Am Kulanu Team had a special briefing on the events in Israel and Gaza. Much of the information here is a result of the ADL Emergency Briefing.
Lastly, in this Update #4, you will find there are some new articles and a podcast episode specifically for parents. You can find them both in the parent resource section and in the Israel Information section. Additionally, Solomon Schechter Day School in Northbrook has invited us to participate in their Parenting through Adversity Series. This series is focused on Israel, and there are some fantastic offerings, including art, cooking, and text study.
Please do take care. If you would like to meet with me for any reason (or no reason at all) please give me a call (847-383-5017) or send me an email and we can set up a time.
With Prayers for Peace.
Rabbi Bellows
Special Israel Update #3
October 12, 2023
Dear Friends,
We are now nearly one week into the War in Israel, and the number of Israelis killed, wounded, and taken hostage is staggering. The responses from the world have both been heartening and disheartening. Additionally, on many of our minds are our security protocols.
The safety and security of our Beth Am students, families, membership, teachers, and staff is of utmost priority.
Beth Am works in partnership with the Security Community Network (SCN), whose mission is “To ensure the safety, security, and resiliency of the Jewish community in North America,” and receives timely updates from the JUF security team (comprised of former FBI agents and former Chicago Police Officers) which sends out an email to all synagogues with up to date information on best practices and procedures in light of the current ongoing tension. Additionally, we are in regular contact with local and federal law enforcement. Our Beth Am security team includes CBA President Ed Zare, Rabbi Prass, and dedicated congregants, two of whom are professional first responders professionally. The safety of each person in our community is a pillar of all our programming.
Our security plans and protocols are constantly reviewed, evaluated, and upgraded as necessary. Some of the security you can see, other security measures are kept out of view. This is by design and done in consultation with our security experts.
At this moment, many voices are trying to scare and intimidate us as Jews. We are aware of the threat of a “Day of Rage” this coming Friday. We have been in touch with SCN, the ADL, and law enforcement, and there is no credible threat. Nevertheless, we have asked the Buffalo Grove Police Department, and they have agreed to be available and monitor our site; our security guard will be in place as is routine. Ed Zare also asked the staff and board to refresh and review our already existing safety procedures, as that is always prudent.
On August 9, 2023, President Ed Zare organized an active shooter training session for the congregation. The JUF provides a building risk assessment and 90-minute active shooter training for all congregants, which was attended by many of you. There were many lessons from that training, among which the former FBI and security professionals confirmed that Beth Am is meeting the standards of security protocol.
We appreciate your cooperation and concern as we make this a safe and secure community for all of us.
L’Shalom,
Ed Zare Rabbi Richard Prass Rabbi Lisa Sari Bellows
Special Isreal Update #2
October 9, 2023
Dear Friends,
I continue to read and listen to the news (see reliable news source suggestions below) and speak with Israeli friends and colleagues about the atrocities that have fallen on our brothers and sisters in Israel. As of Monday afternoon, the numbers are staggering and unprecedented: 900 children, elderly, adults, and soldiers are dead. 2600+ are in the hospital, several hundred are critical; and 150-200 hostages, women, children, and elderly, have been taken. The heart continues to break over and over again.
On Yom Kippur, I spoke about Israel and the current government. I spoke about how we needed to protest the current government and use our funds to support Israeli progressive and liberal movements. Now, everything has changed. Today, I stand with Israel. Today, we must support and stand with Israel as we fight against those who want us destroyed and there is no room to argue with each other right now.
We are experiencing a very different Israel than two weeks ago. Israel is at War, a war the likes of which we have never seen in Israel, and Israel needs us.
Rabbi Yael Vurgen, an Israeli reform rabbi who works with congregations in the southern part of Israel, said yesterday that the terrorist attack in the south was “the worst event imaginable.” What’s more, Oct 7, 2023, will mark the worst day in the history of the State of Israel; in one day, over 700 Israelis were murdered, more people killed than in the entire first week of the Yom Kippur War, and more Jews killed in one day since the Holocaust.
Many of us in the congregation are worried about our family members and friends in Israel and we are keeping them in our thoughts and prayers for safety and well-being. My family, too, has been shaken, as one of the hostages is a good friend from grammar school of my daughter Lucy. Natalie Raanan, a Deerfield High School ’23 graduate, and her mother, Yehudit, are presumed to be among the hostages taken from Kibbutz Nachel Oz. We pray for the safe and speedy return of all the hostages.
In this Israel update, please find below a section from Rabbi Prass with resources on how to speak to our children about what is happening in Israel. There are also additional news resources, an invitation to see the MDA Ambulance that Beth Am helped purchase (it even has our name on it), and prayers to say for the country, soldiers, those taken active, and for peace.
I will be out of town today, Tuesday, 10/10 through Saturday night, 10/14. Rabbi Prass will see you today at the Solidarity Rally at 10:00 a.m. at North Shore Congregation Israel and at our Beth Am worship, Simcha Shabbat, Friday night.
We will continue to update you through emails and on Facebook. We will also have time for a hybrid Beth Am gathering for those who would like to share prayers and thoughts.
Our hearts are in the East.
With prayers for peace.
Special Israel Update #1
October 8, 2023
Friends,
This morning we woke up to the news that for the first time since 1973, Israel has declared war. read more here.
I have learned that Hayim Katsman, dear scholar, kibbutznik, friend, and grandson of my late beloved Talmud professor was one of the terrorist victims, as he was also one of the first to defend Israel. read more here.
Rabbi Prass and I have heard from a few of you sharing with us additional names of loved ones–friends and family currently living in Israel, and we will keep them in our thoughts and continue to pray for their safety.
In Religious School this morning, our kids were engaged in age-appropriate activities on Israel and the current situation. During our 3rd grade and younger worship time, we spoke about peace and prayed for peace together as we sang Oseh Shalom. Rabbi Prass and our wonderful teaching staff engaged the school with appropriate activities. Click here for our all school Am Israel Chai moment.
Almost 50 years to the day of the Yom Kippur War, we have not seen anything like this level of attack, violence, and terrorism in Israel since. Watching on television Hamas enter Israel, parading the streets with weapons of war, abducting our brothers and sisters, young and old, is as chilling as it is real. Thousands of rockets have rained down on Israeli cities. A staggering 700 Israelis have been killed (the equivalent of more than 2600 Americans), close to 2,000 wounded, and tragically, more will come.
Israel needs us. We will continue to update you through emails and updates on Facebook. As of this writing, we, as a Beth Am Community, will join in the JUF Solidarity Rally on Tuesday and the emergency updates. We will keep you posted and will be in touch with any additional times to be together.
Our hearts are in the East.
With prayers for peace.
Rabbi Lisa Bellows
Suggested News Resources
Online and/or on Paper News:
JNF daily Israel briefings at 11:00am
Learn about the Israel-Hamas War: Multiple resources, including understanding Hamas, its charter & and history; maps of the region, and the US history of relationship with Hamas.
Thoughts and perspectives on Israel through articles, blogs, and podcasts from the renowned Shalom Hartman Institute in Israel in North America.
Radio & Podcasts:
The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Podcast
Instagram:
Jessica Yellen: Speaker, Author, Former CNN Chief White House Correspondent.
Noa Tishby: Former Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism and Delegitimization of Israel. Author: Israel A Simple Guide.
Sarah Tuttle-Singer: Writer of news and stories from Jerusalem
Donations
Magen David Adom: To make your emergency contribution online: www.afmda.org/give.
Or via mail: AFMDA, 3175 Commercial Ave. Ste. 101, Northbrook, IL 60062
Yesterday American Friends of Magen David Adom took the unprecedented step of launching an appeal on both Shabbat and the Yom Tov of Shemini Atzeret due to the terrible news that Israel had declared war on Hamas after a horrible surprise attack on its citizens. Israel was attacked by Hamas early yesterday morning, with rockets and terrorist infiltration across the border from Gaza which resulted in the murder of Jews and the kidnapping of dozens who are now in Gaza. According to the latest reports, there have been over 3,000 rockets fired with over 2,048 people injured and 500 dead (counts as of Sunday, 7am Chicago). Hamas has taken Jewish Israeli women, children, and soldiers hostage in Gaza. This is a nightmare for our brothers and sisters in Israel.
“The situation in Israel is extremely urgent,” Catherine Reed, CEO of American Friends of Magen David Adom, declared from Israel. “MDA needs our support now!”
Magen David Adom (MDA) has been on its highest possible alert level since yesterday morning, as the air raid sirens have been blasting across the country reaching as far as Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
The nightmare is getting worse for Israel. This morning, The Times of Israel reported that, Iran backed terror group, Hezbollah fired dozens of rockets and shells at Israel. In retaliation, the IDF responded with artillery fire and a drone strike against “Hezbollah infrastructure.”
Today we mourn the murder of MDA Senior-EMT ambulance driver, Aharon Chaimov of blessed memory. He was shot in his hometown of Ofakim by Hamas while fulfilling his duty of saving lives. He was 25 years old with a wife, two young children, parents, siblings, and family members.
An additional four medics have been injured. And much to our horror, there are a few medics whom MDA has lost contact with and are unaccounted for at this time.
An MDA ambulance was destroyed in a direct attack by Hamas. There is word that two MDA ambulances have been stolen and taken to Gaza. As a Red Cross organization, Hamas violated international rules of war by these targeted attacks on our medics and ambulances.
All MDA vehicles – ambulances, MICUs, Medicycles, mass-casualty vehicles, bullet-proof ambulances, and helicopters – are manned with teams prepared to respond 24/7, providing medical assistance and evacuating patients to hospitals across Israel. Blood Services is operating emergency blood drives to provide supplies to all hospitals and hundreds of Israelis are waiting in hours-long lines to donate. MDA remains the sole provider of blood to the IDF and is responsible for over 96% of Israel’s blood supply.
MDA is operating at full capacity, at the cost of over 1 million shekels daily, and is preparing for a prolonged and very serious situation. If Hezbollah continues to attack Israel, the cost of helping save civilians from injuries sustained in terrorist attacks will increase exponentially.
While we in the United States watch with trepidation at the news reaching us on our screens, feeds, and inboxes, we are asking for your support to help MDA continue to care for the people of Israel. The situation is dire, and MDA desperately needs medical supplies for ambulances, medicines, blood services, flak jackets, helmets, and more ambulances.
If you would like to significantly help MDA save lives in Israel by donating an ambulance, Medicycle, or specific piece of equipment such as a defibrillator, please call Jennifer Schnepper at 708.369.9197.
To make your emergency contribution online: www.afmda.org/give.
Or via mail: AFMDA, 3175 Commercial Ave. Ste. 101, Northbrook, IL 60062
Hatzalah: Israel’s Volunteer Ambulance Service
JUF Israel Emergency Fund to funnel critical support from our community to the Israeli people.
Statements on Israel
Stand with Us: Facts and context about the current round of violence
J Street is shocked, outraged, and horrified by the surprise, ongoing terrorist onslaught launched by Hamas against Israel today, on Shabbat and Simchat Torah/Shemini Atzeret.
At this moment, at least 40 Israelis have been reported killed and at least 800 reported wounded in an unprecedented infiltration of dozens of terrorist gunmen into communities near the Gaza border and a barrage of indiscriminate rocket fire against Israeli cities. Terrifyingly, dozens of Israelis have reportedly been kidnapped and taken hostage. Many are still trapped in their homes waiting desperately to be saved, as live combat in many border communities is ongoing. This is a day of profound anguish and horror. Israel is in a state of war and national emergency.
J Street stands in solidarity with the Israeli people in this hour of terrible danger, fear, and worry. We stand with the Israeli armed forces working furiously to repel this assault, protect Israelis, and defeat the terrorist onslaught. Our thoughts and our hearts are with all of the victims and their loved ones, and in particular with the many communities facing bombardments of rocket fire, infiltrator attacks, and the kidnapping of family members.
Hamas’ murderous actions must be met with unequivocal condemnation from the entire international community. We hope for their swift and decisive defeat and urge the US government to do everything possible to assist the State of Israel in confronting this threat, defending its citizens, and preventing a slide into even further conflagration and suffering for Israelis and Palestinians.
Talking to Kids About Israel
- EDUCATING AND PARENTING IN A TIME OF WAR
- In a heartfelt conversation, Joshua Ladon and David Bryfman, host of the Jewish Education Project’s Adapting podcast, help educators and parents consider how they can guide students in grappling with a multitude of feelings as they respond to the war in Israel. They emphasize that we must prioritize mental health by looking after one another and ourselves. LISTEN >
- Unpacked For Educators: Israel at War
- Israel: How to Talk to Kids about whats Happening Right Now
- JECC: Responding To Crisis— Israel, Antisemitism, Trauma
- FAQ from the JUF Education Team
- Short Parent Letter from the JUF Education Team
- Parent Letter from the JUF Education Team
- Guidance from Talking to Our Kids by Dr. Betsy Stone
Empowering your Kids in Times of Hate- When a hate crime, mass shooting, act of terrorism, or other terrible and hate-inspired event occurs, one of the first questions many people ask is, what should we tell the children? How can we explain to them what has happened?
Prayers – English Translations
Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem
May those who love you prosper! Let there be peace in your homes, safety within your borders. For the sake of my people, my friends, I pray you find peace. For the sake of the house of the Eternal our God, I will seek your good. (PSALM 122:6–9)
For the Israel Defense Forces
May the One who brought blessings to our fathers Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob,
and to our mothers
Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah,
bless the soldiers of Israel’s Defense Forces,
and all who stand guard in order to protect the Land of Israel.
Give them strength against our enemies,
and strengthen their spirit
to preserve their highest moral values at this time of trial.
Protect them from all troubles and afflictions,
so that they will return in peace and joy to their families and friends, and may they prosper as human beings and citizens in their land.
For Israeli Soldiers or Civilians Being Held Captive
Our God, the One who raised Joseph up from the pit, be “a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble” (PSALM 9:10).
Send complete rescue and full redemption to those held captive by the enemy: [insert names].
Strengthen their spirit and bring them our prayers that they be protected from all harm.
Implant understanding in the heart of the enemy that they may return the captives in wholeness of body and spirit.
Grant wisdom to the Israel Defense Forces that they may secure freedom for the captives without loss of life.
Grant strength of spirit and courage of heart to all the sons and daughters of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar to release bonds of captivity and allow us all to live in freedom.
“They shall call upon Me, and I will answer them; I will be with them in distress; I will rescue them, and honor them” (ADAPTED FROM PSALM 91:15).
Prayer for the State of Israel
O HEAVENLY ONE, Protector and Redeemer of Israel, bless the State of Israel which marks the dawning of hope for all who seek peace. Shield it beneath the wings of Your love; spread over it the canopy of Your peace; send Your light and truth to all who lead and advise, guiding them with Your good counsel. Establish peace in the land and fullness of joy for all who dwell there. Amen.
Prayer for Peace:
GRANT ABUNDANT peace to Israel Your people forever, for You are the sovereign God of all peace. May it be pleasing to You to bless Your people, Israel, in every season and moment with Your peace.
Baruch atah, Adonai, oseih hashalom. Blessed are You, Adonai, who blesses Your people Israel with peace.
Beth Am Security Update – October 2023
Dear Friends,
We are now nearly one week into the War in Israel, and the number of Israelis killed, wounded, and taken hostage is staggering. The responses from the world have both been heartening and disheartening. Additionally, on many of our minds are our security protocols.
The safety and security of our Beth Am students, families, membership, teachers, and staff is of utmost priority.
Beth Am works in partnership with the Security Community Network (SCN), whose mission is To ensure the safety, security, and resiliency of the Jewish community in North America, and receives timely updates from the JUF security team (comprised of former FBI agents and former Chicago Police Officers) which sends out email to all synagogues with up to date information on best practices and procedures in light of the current ongoing tension. Additionally, we are in regular contact with local and federal law enforcement. Our Beth Am security team includes CBA President Ed Zare, Rabbi Prass, and dedicated congregants, two of whom are professional first responders professionally. The safety of each person in our community is a pillar of all our programming.
Our security plans and protocols are constantly reviewed, evaluated, and upgraded as necessary. Some of the security you can see, other security measures are kept out of view. This is by design and done in consultation with our security experts.
At this moment, many voices are trying to scare and intimidate us as Jews. We are aware of the threat of a “Day of Rage” this coming Friday. We have been in touch with SCN, the ADL, and law enforcement, and there is no credible threat. Nevertheless, we have asked the Buffalo Grove Police Department and they have agreed to be available and monitor our site; our security guard will be in place as is routine. Ed Zare also asked the staff and board to refresh and review our already existing safety procedures, as that is always prudent.
On August 9, 2023, President Ed Zare organized an active shooter training session for the congregation. The JUF provides a building risk assessment and 90-minute active shooter training for all congregants, which was attended by many of you. There were many lessons from that training, among which the former FBI and security professionals confirmed that Beth Am is meeting the standards of security protocol.
We appreciate your cooperation and concern as we make this a safe and secure community for all of us.
Ed Zare Rabbi Richard Prass Rabbi Lisa Sari Bellows
College Students
Beth Am cares about our College Age students and would love to reach out to them as they face rising antisemitism on campuses and elsewhere across the country. If you or your child is interested in this, please provide their information here!
Beth Am College Boxes. At the beginning of the year, we offered relatives/friends of college-age youth the chance to purchase a “goodie box” to be sent to our college-age friends on High Holidays, Chaukkah, and Purim to let your child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or friend know you’re thinking of them during the holidays. If you missed the sign-up deadline, we are extending the deadline to sign up for Chanukkah and Purim boxes.
To sign up, please complete this form along with payment. The cost per student for the two remaining boxes is $36 if you are a Beth Am member and $54 if you are not a Beth Am member.
If you’re sending to more than one student, please use one form per student. Sign up here by Nov. 21.
Take Action: Join the ADL and Call on university presidents to speak up against antisemitic hate and anti-Israel vitriol on campus. Take action here
CBA Israel Family & Friends and
Israel Mi Shebarach
Israel Mi Sheberach List and Israel Friends/Family List
Please share here the names of loved ones who are missing or wounded in Israel, to be recited during the Mi Shebarach blessing at all services. Please also list the names of family/friends living in Israel that you would like to include on our newly created Israel Family Board in the sanctuary. Shortly, you will be able to place the name(s) of family/friends living in Israel on the board. We hope you will come to Beth Am either on a Friday night or during office hours to place the names on our board yourself. We think of our Israel family with love and send prayers to them for their health and well-being. Please fill out this form if you have family/friends in Israel to include in our thoughts and should be added to the Mi Shebarach.
Action Items
AJC has many Action Items Here
A concise guide to confronting and reporting antisemitism in all facets of society from the AJC
Stand with Us: Urge Congress to Support Israel’s Right to Self-Defense. ClickHere
Join the ADL and Call on university presidents to speak up against antisemitic hate and anti-Israel vitriol on campus. Take action here
ADL on Antisemitism
ADL on Antisemitism: Understand What’s Happening:
The Latest from ADL on the Situation in Israel:
- Learn more here about the latest from ADL Center on Extremism. Preliminary data points to a dramatic increase in U.S. antisemitic incidents following the October 7th Hamas Massacre in Israel.
- Learn more here about the primary groups behind the Anti-Israel rallies in the U.S. Some key reminders:
- Do not engage with anti-Israel protestors, as they may be eager to escalate the situation.
- Consult and share ADL’s “Best Practices for Responding to Demonstrations and Protests Involving Hate and Extremism“.
- Report here any bias or hate incidents to ADL.
- Learn more from ADL on our We Stand With Israel page about the evolving situation in Israel and its impact on antisemitism domestically and across the globe.
ADL Debunk Myths and False Narratives about the War– Updated 11/3/2023
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