Fellowship Blog


Rabbi Eckstein with his daughter and grand kids.
What I Learned from Rabbi Eckstein's Life
A Fellowship writer in Israel reflects on how important family was to Rabbi Eckstein, a lesson we should all take to heart.
Yael Eckstein's side profile as she's praying at the Western Wall.
What's Next?
As Yael Eckstein mourns the passing of her father, she answers some of the questions you may have, and asks for you to stand with her as she and The…
Funeral services of RYE Yechiel Eckstein at Eretz HaChaim Cemetery in Har Tuv.
Parting with Rabbi Eckstein in Song
At Rabbi Eckstein's burial, the loved ones of this man who so loved music sent him off with song.
Several men sitting Shiva.
The First Day
As we grieve Rabbi Eckstein's passing, here's a look at the Jewish mourning rituals his family is observing.
Pat Boone in Israel with Rabbi Eckstein, remembers Rabbi and the work they accomplished together. Pat Boone facts.
Pat Boone Mourns 'My Friend and Brother'
Musical legend and longtime friend of The Fellowship remembers Rabbi Eckstein and the work they accomplished together.
Yael Eckstein sitting next to her father with Jerusalem in the background.
To My Most Loving Abba'
Yael Eckstein shared these moving words at the funeral of her beloved father, Rabbi Eckstein.
People gathered at Rabbi Eckstein funeral, learn about Jewish mourning traditions
Aveilut: A Time to Mourn
Learn more about the Jewish grieving customs Yael and the rest of her family are observing in the wake of Rabbi Eckstein's passing.
Memorial Portrait of Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein In Loving Memory 1951-2019
Remembering Rabbi Eckstein
The Fellowship remembers Rabbi Eckstein and the countless ways he made our world — and each of us — better.
Head shot of Rabbi Eckstein smiling directly at the camera.
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, 1951-2019
We are heartbroken to tell you that Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, The Fellowship's Founder and President, passed away today in his home in Jerusalem at the age of 67.
Rabbi Eckstein with Pat Roberston while holding his book.
Condolences from Pat Robertson
Pat Robertson, founder and chairman of The Christian Broadcasting Network, has been a friend of Rabbi Eckstein and The Fellowship for years. Earlier today, after hearing of the passing of…
Rabbi Eckstein blessing Yael Eckstein with Jerusalem in the background.
A Faithful Servant, a Secure Legacy
The Fellowship's Board Chair shares about the sadness of this sudden loss — and the certainty of The Fellowship's future.
Close up image of two pairs of hands embracing each other.
Dancing La Cumparsita with Frida
Sergey Kanovich, Vilnius born poet and essayist, shares what it was like to dance with Frida, a 96-year-old Holocaust survivor and one of the survivors he met on his journey…