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Equipping You to Identify & Confront Antisemitism

Published on: 12/16/2025

Here at JH Israel, we want to empower you with tools that help you stand firm in truth and protect God’s beloved people. As we seek to fight against the evil that propels antisemitic rhetoric, we must recognize that we are fighting a spiritual battle, not simply taking a political stance. We serve as messengers of hope and reconciliation when we speak up against anti-Jewish rhetoric and show solidarity with Jewish friends and neighbors.

Celebrating the Miracle of Light at Hanukkah

Published on: 12/12/2025

The National Leadership Center (NLC) in Ariel plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of Israeli leadership. It emphasizes historical memory, strengthens national identity, and confronts contemporary challenges. The NLC offers challenging activities that cultivate personal and group resilience, especially for soldiers, widows, and orphans who have experienced trauma due to wars. Fifteen years ago, Heather Johnston, together with the late mayor Ron Nachman, established the NLC in Ariel. No one could have predicted that it would one day become a place where people come to heal from the national trauma that struck the State of Israel on October 7.

Resilience, Memory, and Rebirth: The National Leadership Center in Ariel

Published on: 04/30/2025

The National Leadership Center (NLC) in Ariel plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of Israeli leadership. It emphasizes historical memory, strengthens national identity, and confronts contemporary challenges. The NLC offers challenging activities that cultivate personal and group resilience, especially for soldiers, widows, and orphans who have experienced trauma due to wars. Fifteen years ago, Heather Johnston, together with the late mayor Ron Nachman, established the NLC in Ariel. No one could have predicted that it would one day become a place where people come to heal from the national trauma that struck the State of Israel on October 7.

Purim: A Reason to Celebrate

Published on: 03/13/2025

L’Chaim! You’ve probably heard that phrase before, but do you know what it means? L’Chaim is often used as a simple toast during Jewish feasts and celebrations, and it means “To life!” This time of year, we say L’Chaim just about any chance we get because we’re preparing to celebrate Purim!

New Year, New Opportunities

Published on: 01/28/2025

As we step into 2025, we fix our gaze heavenward for JH Israel and all that is to come at the National Leadership Center.

Hanukkah: Together We are a Mighty Light

Published on: 12/12/2024

Growing up in Israel, Hanukkah was always a magical time for my family and me. I can still picture the excitement that filled our home as we gathered each night around our Hanukkiah (*).

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OUR VISION

Our vision is to inspire and equip Israel's rising leaders to step into their biblical identity and shape the future of their nation.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to facilitate experiential learning initiatives that strengthen spiritual identity, foster national healing, and inspire a global understanding of Israel’s role in biblical history.