Yael’s Holy Land Reflections

A rally marking 500 days since the hostages were kidnapped to the Gaza Strip, at "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv, February 17, 2025.
Israel's 500th Day of War
Yael Eckstein says that Israel’s war against Hamas is not a war over land, but a war over existence.
Railway tracks leading toward the Auschwitz concentration camp entrance, with guard towers, fencing, and visitors visible under a cloudy sky.
Liberating Auschwitz Again
On January 27, the world pauses to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp. But has Auschwitz ever truly been liberated?
Visitors at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv on January 19, 2025
The Hostage Deal – Israel’s Sacred Stand for Life
Today, we cling to hope as we take the first steps toward bringing our loved ones home.
Yael Eckstein, southern Israel
Is the Hostage Deal Good for Israel?
Yael shares her thoughts on the information we have right now about news of a hostage deal.
Covered outdoor plaza with a paved courtyard, colorful hoops on the ground, and a mural of a bird carrying a red heart on a small building in the background.
Miracles and Destruction in Sderot
Yael remembers and reflects on the miracles and destruction in Sderot.
hands lighting menorah candles, box of pastries, sufganiyah
Parallels Between First Hanukkah and Today
Yael shares powerful stories from Israel that show the true meaning of Hanukkah and give a reminder that God’s light shines in the darkness.
Yael Eckstein lighting Hanukkah candles, smiling
Hanukkah: A Flame That Refuses to Be Extinguished
Yael shares how the lessons of Hanukkah can inspire us today to protect the Jewish people and fight against hate.
At Kibbutz Be’eri, adult man sift through destruction holding Hanukkah menorah, kippah, yarmulke, blue jean overalls, face mask, green shirt, gloves, ruins, rubble, debris
Hanukkah: A Season of Light and Miracles in Israel
Yael Eckstein shares stories from her experiences with The Fellowship that show the true meaning of Hanukkah.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir attends Rabbi Zvi Kogan’s funeral in central Israel, after the young rabbi was murdered in Abu Dhabi.
Rabbi Zvi Kogan’s Murder Is a Reminder of Our Fractured
Yael shares about the devastating news of Rabbi Zvi Kogan’s murder, especially for his family and loved ones, but also for all of us who value faith and life.
Smoke rises from a fire which broke out from missiles fired from Lebanon at a forest outside the northern Israeli city of Tzfat.
Israel Is Also Fighting for the Entire Middle East
Israel’s war is much bigger than just protecting Israel’s borders. This is a fight for freedom for the entire Middle East.
Israelis visit the site of the Re'im music festival massacre, in southern Israel, October 6, 2024.
One Year of War in Israel Has Tragically Altered Life
The prayers of support for Israel from Christian friends around the world are stronger than any voice of hatred towards Israel.
Yael Eckstein tours a home severely damaged by Hezbollah rockets - tan blouse
Hezbollah Rocket Barrages Strike Israel
Yael explains why the Jewish people need Israel and why now is the time that they must defend their nation with all their strength.