Yael’s Holy Land Reflections


Yael Eckstein standing in front of a helicopter with three other people.

Survive and Thrive

Yael Eckstein  |  April 24, 2019
The Fellowship and our faithful friends not only help Israel prepare for times of war, but for times of peace as well, by saving lives and giving people the chance to succeed.
A seder table setting complete with a red table cloth and food settings for four.

Remembering Slavery as We Celebrate Freedom

The Fellowship  |  April 16, 2019
During Passover, Jewish families celebrate the miracle of the Exodus. But much of the seder meal focuses on bitterness, not joy, reminding us that we must pay attention to the suffering of others and commit to alleviating it.
Yael Eckstein at the Lions of the North Air Defense Battery. overlooking land. flag. back of soldier's head.ÿ

Defeating Doubt

Yael Eckstein  |  April 11, 2019
Israel is on the front lines of the fight between good and evil, and when Christians show their love and support for the Jewish state and her people, they are, too.
Yael Eckstein in front of a lush green setting in nature

We've Created a Family

Yael Eckstein  |  April 3, 2019
In a Fellowship Family Meeting with thousands of our friends and supporters this week, Yael discussed what we have created together, what we are doing together today, and what we will accomplish in the future.
IFCJ board members at the IFCJ partner meeting.

The First International Fellowship Summit

The Fellowship  |  March 28, 2019
Recently, key Fellowship figures from around the world met in Israel to experience the needs of the Holy Land’s most vulnerable people and to spiritually and strategically commit to our response to help them.
Yael Eckstein smiling at an elderly woman while at a Purim party.

For Such a Time as This

The Fellowship  |  March 20, 2019
As Jews around the world celebrate the holiday of Purim this week — a holiday commemorating the events in the Book of Esther — Yael writes that the message of Purim is that everything is planned and designed by God as part of His plan.
Yael looking into the sunset while a snowy Jerusalem is behind her.

Out Into the World

The Fellowship  |  March 7, 2019
For Yael, the first thirty days of mourning after her father's passing have been just as difficult — perhaps more difficult — than the first seven. She discusses these stages of grief, while also assuring us that The Fellowship's holy work will continue.
RYE and Yael standing next to each other in winter jackets.

In My Father's Footsteps

The Fellowship  |  February 28, 2019
Yael remembers how her father helped out whenever he could — whether helping thousands of people or just one — and promises to continue his work of service to all of God's children.
Yael Eckstein looking into the camera while sitting at a desk.

In My Father's Chair

The Fellowship  |  February 25, 2019
Taking her place at her father's desk, Yael says she can't fill his shoes, but she can keep his vision and mission going forward.
Rabbi Eckstein blessing Yael Eckstein with Jerusalem in the background.

Carrying On My Abba's Vision

The Fellowship  |  February 13, 2019
I am both humbled and honored to step into my new position of President and continue the work that my began.
Black and white image of MLK looking into the camera while explaining something with his hands.

Remembering Dr. King

The Fellowship  |  January 22, 2019
Yael writes about continuing the legacy of Martin Luther King by spreading the biblical values of kindness, justice, and equality.
Sunrise looking over land and buildings on Israel.

Shattering Myths and Calling Out Lies

The Fellowship  |  January 15, 2019
A recent visit to the beautiful and biblical settlement of Efrat shattered many of Yael's preconceptions and made her wonder what misinformation and lies the rest of the world believes.

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