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PASTORAL CARE

These are unprecedented times, and we understand that some may need an extra helping hand or someone to talk to. Whether you are one of the many in our community who have friends, family, or loved ones in Israel, or you need a compassionate ear to help come to grips with the events currently happening in Israel, please don't hesitate to reach out to Rabbi David Cohen-Henriquez at the office, 504-889-1144, or by email at rabbidavid@shirchadash.org.

DONATE

Below are just a few of the causes you can contribute to, assisting both Israeli civilians and soldiers:

Jewish Federations of North America Israel Emergency Fund
American Friends of Magen David Adom
Hadassah Hospital
United Hatzalah
Friends of the IDF
Lone Soldier Center: In Memory of Michael Levin
Brothers and Sisters of Israel

RESOURCES

We are fortunate enough to have several Jewish organizations, both local and national, that are continually updating their websites with resources that may be helpful in navigating this difficult time. Please see some below:

The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans

The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

Times of Israel

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

For those who wish to directly serve the country’s needs in Israel, these short-term volunteer opportunities are currently available:

Jewish National Fund (JNF-USA)
Four days of structured group volunteering per mission

Sar-El
1-3 week stints of non-combat service on an IDF base

Israel Food Rescue
Minimum 5-day commitment to help on farms that need assistance. "All-inclusive option" includes hotel accommodations (Jerusalem), meals, transportation, medical insurance, and professional staff.

Camp Ramah (Ramah Israel)
Four-day Solidarity and Service missions for adults/teens

Volunteers for Israel
Multiple "volun-touring" options include 1-2 week stints in a rehab hospital (Tel Aviv), farm work in the Negev, an archaeological dig, or reconstruction in the Gaza Envelope - each combined with structured touring, for a total of 9-17 days.

For those who wish to volunteer your time, energy and skills from abroad to assist Israel, click HERE for a comprehensive list.

The synagogues of West Esplanade, Shir Chadash, Beth Israel, Gates of Prayer, and Chabad, are joining together with a very special initiative to pray for Israel by collectively reciting the entire book of Psalms as a community each week that the Israel-Hamas war is ongoing.

Congregants are encouraged to sign up for one psalm each, which they will commit to reciting, in Hebrew or English, once weekly.

Together, with the power of our community and our faith, we can do our spiritual part to support Israel!

JFS (Jewish Family Service) is offering free counseling to Israeli members of our Greater New Orleans community. Simply call (504) 831-8475 and ask for Michelle or email her at michelle@jfsneworleans.org.

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