From Bokertan, Florida, this is Behind the Bima.

In this episode, Rabbi Goldberg is joined by co-host, Rabbi Philip Moskowitz, and Rabbi Josh Brody.

The rabbi speak to Mir Rubin, to Alex Katz of Erzhemda, and to Monachem Traktor, director of pantry packers,

who take a look into the Israeli community's unity and dedication during these challenging times.

The rabbis and their guests explored the incredible work done by various groups who share

the experiences about the partnerships formed, the volunteer initiatives, and the resource assistance

they've provided. Plus, a report from a soldier on the front lines, sharing a heart-wrenching

experience losing his commander in battle. Also, here are the inspiring story of a

founder of a philanthropic organization, giving insights into his journey from his Texan roots

to establishing an inclusive charity in Israel. He sheds light on their mission, methods of operation,

use of donations, and empowers people to join their cause. All this and more, Behind the Bima.

Welcome to the newest episode of Behind the Bima,

honored, pleased, privilege to be joined by my dear brothers, Rabbi Moskot and Rabbi Brody.

And tonight we want to talk to you and share with you a little bit from our trips to Israel and

upcoming trips to Israel, some of the partners that we've formed, not only to tell you about our

trips, but also hopefully so you can plan yours, because these are incredible partners that can empower you to make a

difference, whether you can't go to Israel yet, but you can help them with resources, or you can

go. They can help coordinate an incredible, incredible visit. So here are the people we're going to

talk to tonight. First was Alex Katz, Kielat Eritz-Kemda. He's a layperson. He's a complete volunteer. And yet, since October 7th, he's taken this fledgling community that's less than one-year-old DeShuil, and he's transformed it to be this conduit and vehicle of making a huge difference. And Alex connected with us and took us to incredible places, introduced us to incredible

people. And most of all, let us take our community's resources and get the things that people

need into their hands without question, with credibility, and without overhead. Alex is a great

partner. And we're excited to get to meet him. And I'll tell you why I think that's such an

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