Making aliyah

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

To Jews in their stage of life who aren’t here yet, Rosanne offered encouragement. “Don’t think too hard about it. Just do it. It’s well worth it!”

Today, though her professional responsibilities keep her busy all week long, Anya Lipster devotes weekends to “drinking coffee in front of a mountain view, studying, and drawing a lot.”

You want to look for something wrong with the country? That’s easy; you can do that anywhere. Try searching for the good things. You’ll get an abundance of them here.

The waves of immigration keep this nation alive, youthful and ever-growing.

This transplanted Greek rabbi intends to continue his hasbara efforts on behalf of Israel.

Since October 2023, the number of new immigrants to Israel has swelled to 53,765, reflecting the growing desire of Jews from all over the world to make aliyah despite the war.

Barri and Susan Rifkin made their dream a reality and discovered their arrival in Israel coincided with the national day honoring Aliyah.

We asked a few recent arrivals why they decided to make the move now, and how they feel about celebrating their first Rosh Hashanah as Israeli citizens.

Despite the unstable situation in Israel, we know we made the right decision to come. Personally, I appreciate the feeling of belonging that only teaching in Israel allows me.

Dr. Scott Lawrence reflects on his nearly 30 years in Israel, “My life is fantastic. This is prophecy fulfilled, and I feel blessed to be privileged to raise my family here.”