We are about to embark again on a nine-day trip through the land of Israel, and we are proud and pleased to be able to share this trip with you through the blog of the Rabbi of Temple Beth El. Our departure date is Saturday December 25, and we’ll return to Madison on January 5, a weary but happy group. We hope you can check back with this blog often, so that you can see our progress and, along with us, share the treasure that is Israel.
There is no question that this is an exciting time to travel to Israel. The political landscape changes daily; the cultural expressions are wondrous to experience; and the many landmarks and sights, both ancient and modern, remind us that the land is filled with the remnants of many peoples, and yet potent with the possibilities of new development and new undertakings.
Our group begins our travel in earnest this coming Shabbat evening with a pot-luck dinner at Temple Beth El prior to our Shabbat Midor Lador service, that is, a worship service featuring our all volunteer group of musicians. We will continue to get to know one another, distribute travel information, and have fun while we’re still at home. It’s just the start of something big, and we’re all happy to be part of it.
Again, check back here for updates especially when we arrive in Tel Aviv on the evening of Sunday December 26. We send you all the best, even at this early date prior to our departure.
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