“The city of Houston was hurt badly last week, and the Jewish community, 70% of which lived in the flooded neighborhoods, was hit hard…Schools and synagogues were flooded and can’t be used. The old-age home and JCC [Jewish Community Center] were damaged, and hundreds of families will remain homeless… For years the Jewish communities stood …
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I have always wanted to "immerse in the culture" of Israel, and I've certainly had that opportunity here in Jerusalem for a few days. With only brief explanations, I'll allow pictures to tell the story! In Israel, most road signs are in Hebrew, Arabic and English. Like this: Got the picture? I bet you don't! …
Welcome back friends! I am posting updates while in Israel and I hope you enjoy them. I'm making efforts to post on both this blog and the Looking for the Blessed Hope Facebook page. At least for now the page is public, so I believe anyone can get to it. (Much depends upon internet access, …
Hi everyone! I'm enjoying the sites and sounds of Jerusalem, beyond the typical "tourist" experience. I'm staying with a friend of mine and here is the view of the front patio, just outside my bedroom window. Not many of us Phoenicians enjoy yards like that! While a bit warmer than normal, it is absolutely beautiful …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 