by Jess James | Jul 28, 2023 | Bus 11 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 12 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 13 - Crane Lake in Israel, Summer 2023
Dear Yallah! Israel Families, This week we visited some awe-inspiring places. We went rafting in the Jordan River and enjoyed water sports in the Sea of Galilee. We looked out to Syria from the top of a volcano and crossed the Dan River. Perhaps more meaningful than...
by Jess James | Jul 21, 2023 | Bus 11 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 12 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 13 - Crane Lake in Israel, Summer 2023
Dear Eisner and Crane Lake Families, We had a jam-packed, adventure-filled, and inspirational third week in Israel! Time sure flies when you are having fun! This week the participants got to choose their own four-day immersive experience, or “Chavaya.” Many hiked from...
by Jess James | Jul 14, 2023 | Bus 11 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 12 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 13 - Crane Lake in Israel, Summer 2023
Dear Eisner and Crane Lake Families, We cannot believe the wonderful experiences we had this week! We hiked up Masada, went swimming in the Dead Sea, and ascended to Jerusalem where we connected to core Jewish values and explored their relevance for Reform Jewish life...
by Jess James | Jul 7, 2023 | Bus 11 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 12 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 13 - Crane Lake in Israel, Summer 2023
Dear Crane Lake and Eisner Yallah! Israel Families, As we approach Shabbat after your teens’ first few days in Israel, we wanted to share some reflections. The transition from Poland to Israel has allowed us to appreciate the miracle of life and both individual and...
by Jess James | Jun 30, 2023 | Bus 11 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 12 - Eisner in Israel, Bus 13 - Crane Lake in Israel, Summer 2023
Dear Parents, I write this early on the morning of Friday, June 30, while most (if not all) of the participants are sound asleep. With Shabbat coming in later today, and half the pilgrimage behind us, this is a good time to look back at what we have done and seen...
