EBulletin for December 9, 2016

Shalom ZOA Members, Friends and Supporters of Israel,

We had an overflow audience last night for our special event, “An Evening With Sgt. Benjamin Anthony.” Thank you to those who attended – and especially to those who brought friends and family.

While he was speaking, there was not a sound from the audience of well over 100 people – such was Sgt. Anthony’s presentation. Whether one agreed or not with everything he had to say, I’m sure that those of you in attendance would agree that there are few speakers of his caliber discussing Israel. For those of you who were not able to attend our event last night, we are sorry that you could not make it. We may try to have another event with Sgt. Anthony in 2017, and we strongly encourage you to arrange your schedule so that you can hear his timely, passionate and compelling perspective on issues related to Israel, the broader Middle East, the peace process and world Jewry.

Below are a few photos from last night.

We thank our volunteers who helped out last night; Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El, which hosted us, and the synagogue’s Israel Advocacy Committee, which was a co-sponsor; event sponsors Irvin and Betty Berger, Fred Fisher. Henry Frank, Susan and David Warner, and Roberta Dzubow; and Dr. Bob Sklaroff, whose help was essential.

Please read the entirety of this newsletter – particularly this week!

“Lend a Voice”

#LendAVoice on December 14th for Israel! Come together for 24-hours to give back to Israel and speak out for the Jewish state.

Join ZOA for our one-day incredible virtual fundraiser to support the ongoing work we do. See the countdown here! https://www.charidy.com/lendyourvoiceforzoa

Since 1897, the Zionist Organization of America has been at the forefront of leading the fight for Israel and the Zionist movement in America. Through educational advocacy and legal efforts, we provide communities and activists with the resources they need to become informed and effective advocates for the Jewish state.

With support for Israel becoming increasingly more heated than ever before, it has never been more important to share the Jewish story and to celebrate and encourage Zionism–– both within the Jewish community and to the countless others who have made the Jewish fight their own.

It is our passion and pride to support and strengthen the Jewish story–– its history, its present, and its future. And to stand by Israel’s courageous efforts for Jewish safety and for the freedom of peoples of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.

It began in the middle of the desert more than 3,000 years ago.

Today, it continues with you.

Lend a voice.

See more about this virtual event at the link below, and be sure to check off that you are “going.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/214680228982340/

Greater Philadelphia ZOA is looking for volunteers to make calls on Wednesday, Dec. 14 during this special fundraising drive. Please call us at 610-660-9466 to volunteer or you can respond by email.

Sign up now for a special ZOA mission to Israel. Two local couples have already registered for this trip.

For more information, go to: http://zoa.org/zoa-israel-mission-2017/

Call 610-660-9466

Greater Philadelphia ZOA is looking for volunteers to make fundraising calls on December 14 – day and evening. Calls can be made from the convenience of your home or office.

Please call our office if you are able to help: 610-660-9466.

Thank you!

It is our volunteers who make all of our activities successful.

Out & About

Greater Philadelphia ZOA Co-President Lee Bender was a guest on Internet radio host Cindy Grosz’s show. You can listen to the podcast at: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=332078163842665&id=100011214516433

Your Input Requested

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia will be holding a series of “Town Hall” meetings seeking input for events celebrating upcoming Israeli milestones. It is important that pro-Israel advocacy be a part of these events, and that they be staunchly pro-Israel. Therefore, it is important for ZOA members and friends to attend these planning meetings and to respectfully provide your input.

From the Federation: “The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia wants to hear from you! We are beginning a planning process around our community’s observance and celebration of Israel’s upcoming 70th “birthday” (2018) as well as Israel’s 75th (2023). We want to ensure that as many voices as possible are heard regarding the goals the Philadelphia community should aim for, as well as programming ideas to make those goals come alive. This is the time to brainstorm!”

See the meeting schedule below, and register for and attend at least one meeting:

December 12 (Mon)

Kohelet Yeshiva High School,

223 North Highland Avenue,

Merion Station 19066

7 pm

December 18 (Sun)

Temple Brith Achim,

481 South Gulph Road,

King of Prussia 19406

5 pm

December 19 (Mon)

Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, Jewish Community Services Building, 2100 Arch St, Philadelphia 19103

7 pm

“Those interested in attending one of the town halls can register HERE. All town halls are open to all community members regardless of place of residence. The only thing we request is creative ideas and a strong measure of civility to allow all ideas to be entertained and discussed.”

https://www.jewishphilly.org/brainstorm-7075

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Invite Your Friends to Join

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You can join or renew online by clicking the donate/join tab above. Or you can call us at: 610-660-9466.
We value each and every member!