We are brokenhearted and devastated over current events in Israel. We stand with our brothers and sisters during these unprecedented times. Please see below for some ways to help:  

Donate and Support 

There are many organizations doing important work in Israel. Click on the links to visit a few of these sites and to give tzedakah or send words of support. 

• Jewish Federation of St. Louis Israel Emergency Fund

• Orthodox Union Israel Emergency Campaign

• United Hatzalah

• Magen David Adom

• Kanfei Ruach: Fighting from Home - Cooking from the Heart

• The AJC (American Jewish Committee) set up a form and portal through which individuals can write letters of condolence and support to the families of the murdered hostages.  

Contact Elected Officials 

Elected officials need to hear from us how important their support for and standing with Israel in this time of need is. 

Prayer

We can all recite Psalms and pray to G-d to please heal our injured, return our captives, comfort our mourners, grant victory to our soldiers, safeguard and protect everyone in Israel from further violence and harm, and bring about a lasting peace. Psalms 6, 20, 46, 79, 83, 121 and 130 are especially appropriate to recite at this time. They can be found online here. 

Reach out to Friends and Family in Israel

Let them know you are thinking about them during these difficult times.

Make sure you are staying healthy. 

Please do not hesitate to reach out to Rabbi Finkelstein if you need to speak about current events, 314-721-3030.