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ft {. 'f \ 1 , V. THE Ohio Hist.Society Libr ). Jt , W( | in i H n . I i, I LI Ml ■ • LI , Ull 1 0 .11.11 -*,mJ The Ohio Jewish Chronicle Serving Columbus and the Central Ohio Jewish Community since 1922 VOLUME 70 NUMBER 41 OCTOBER 1, 1992 4 TISHREI 5753 'DEVOTED TO AMERICAN AND JEWISH IDEALS r Wm. Schottenstein elected Agudas Achim president page 2 Federation Annual Meeting Sunday, Oct. 4, to kick of f 93 Campaign "i\B '..•' : • . B '• ■ P*ge2 Kalmanson to speak m Hadassah dinner page 3 <_.#* page 4 In The Chronicle At The JCC ..................................... 21 ^Bowling « , 21 ^Cafoiula-..,..,.,........ 4 ^ Conunututy • 6-12 JTedetatiofr............ .......................... 14, 15 ■iFtont P«ge «.. 2, 3 'jk The News .i\.„......v................... •..»» 18 ■ Lifecycie . ,., . ». —*-—„.,. 19 .Mw^pUce ................................................ 20 New Generation , 22, 23 t fynagoquea . 19 ^Vfr^ . 4,» COMMUNITY FEATURE CJF Mission to Israel experiences the 'miracle' By Ina Horwitz At a time in world history when crucial peace talks between Israel and its Arab neighbors are taking place, 238 members of the Columbus Jewish Federation's Israel '92 "Experience the Miracle" Mission have taken their own stand by becoming good-will ambassadors for their families, friends and community. From Sept. 13-21, participants of all ages and backgrounds (about 80 percent being first timers) went together to see for themselves the uniqueness of the State of Israel. While each has brought home individual memories, collectively they have returned with feelings of pride, a renewed sense of their Judaism and a oneness with their homeland. They also have gained a better understanding' of what Israel is all about and how Columbus Jewish community commitments are working to help the country grow stronger, both economically and defensively. The 8-day itinerary was packed with encounters from every facet of Israeli society. Day 1: History was made even before; the plane carrying the participants left the ground; the largest Ohio mission group of its kind boarded the first ever El Al 747 jumbo jet to land in Columbus. All four of the mission co- chairs, Robert H. Schottenstein, Kenneth B. Gold, Marcy Gross and Daniel J. Kayne, shared the belief that the mission would dramatically and positively impact each participant's life and the quality of Jewish life in Columbus for many years to come. Day 2: From the moment mission-goers stepped foot on Israeli soil at 8 a.m. on Sept. 14 until the time they boarded the El Al plane at 1 a.m. on Sept. 21, their emotions encompassed a broad spectrum as they moved rapidly from one experience to the next. The group's first stop was Latrun, a memorial to Israeli tank battles, a key defensive spot on the road between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in 1948 and 1967. "As we stand on this site, we can together remember how we have survived through the ages, including the Inquisition and the Holocaust, due in large part because of what happened here," said Robert Schottenstein. After Brigadier General (Dr.) Meir Pail gave a presentation to the group, he added, "While our army rates among the world's best, I am for peace," a comment repeated often during the trip. Later, the mission toured the Old City of Jerusalem with the first of three stops at the Western Wall. , Said Wendy Galen, "For the very first time, what many of us had only, seen in pictures, we could now reach out and touch. It was truly exhilarating." The Kotel, a remnant of the Holy Temple and a place of, gathering for diverse people of differing religious backgrounds, deeply affected many in the delegation. Although it no longer is called the "Wailing Wall," some openly wept as they touched its stones. "I rarely cry, but I cried like a baby as I stood there:, knowing that for 2000 years it's been the most religious place in the world," said a mission member. After checking into Hotel Laromme, Jerusalem, the group heard refusenik Yuli Edelstein speak about "The New Wave of Aliyah Changing the Israeli Character." Day 3: Among the day's activities were visits to absorption centers, the Tel Nof air- force base, the Diaspora Museum on the campus of Tel Aviv University and Colum bus' Project Renewal community of Jesse Cohen. The highlight of the day came early, however, as the delegation listened to a breakfast presentation by Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres, who told the crowd: "You have come at a time in the life of our country where you, as Jews, can help in rebuilding the destiny of our Jewish- state." Said a member of the delegation, Chuck Shenk, "It was impressive to hear (Peres) speak. His context was meaningful and being number two in the country, what he said carries weight." Day 4: Another sunny morning began with a trip to one of Israel's archaeological wonders — Masada, where the scroll of Ezekial's "Dry "Bones" was recently unearthed. It was the message that the 960 Jewish men, women arid children who fought off the Romans from 70-73A.D. and then killed themselves rather than lose their freedom, wanted to... leave behind as a modern day time capsule. * After swimming —■ or floating — in the Dead Sea, the mission went to Gush EtzionV an area along the West Bank, to watch a video presentation and hear the settlers' views. Day 5: In the ntorning, mission members heard a presentationby Hersh Goodman, editor of the Jerusalem Report magazine. Goodman, who, made aliyah in 1965, called the settlers of Gush Etzion the true pioneers of Israel, yet said he didn't believe Israelis want; to be occupiers. "What is more important is that all people have dignity and live in peace together," he told the crowd. From there, some mission members visited Tefen, an industrial park near the Lebanese border, where the seventh richest man in Israel, Stef Wertheimer, spoke about his vision for Israel's economic future. Later, the entire group heard from Mike Ginsberg, 37, in charge of security in the region at Kibbutz Misgav Am" on the Lebanese border. ; Mission participant, Howard Handler, noted, "I thought Mike Ginsberg was intense, Zionistic and good for the country. But I also agreed with Jerusalem Report editor that Israel cannot put off making peace in the region." Day 6: After spending a night on a Kibbutz, the group toured the Golan Heights where people stood just 200 yards from the U.N. neutral zone, separating Syria and Israel. Damascus suburbs could almost be seen in the far distance. A luncheon cruise on Lake Kinneret (Sea of Galilee) fol-* lowed. That evening Shabbat was celebrated with prayers, dancing and music provided by the I.D.F. Choir. Day 7: During this evening, groups enjoyed dinners and hospitality at private homes of Israelis. At one home, a mother told the story of her son, who after serving time in the Israeli army, went abroad. He cried when he left and he cried when he came back but didn't explain why to anyone. Later, when he was asked, he said "It wasn't the places, for both places were beautiful. It wasn't the people, because both people were wonderful. I cried because tears are the only way you can express Israel." Day 8: The last day began with a presentation by Jerusalem Mayor Teddy Kollek. The major since 1965, he said Israel still has an uphill battle and a long struggle ahead of her. Referring to the mission, he stated, "Your being here strengthens-us." A visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial Museum See MISSION pg. S M
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Full Text | ft {. 'f \ 1 , V. THE Ohio Hist.Society Libr ). Jt , W( | in i H n . I i, I LI Ml ■ • LI , Ull 1 0 .11.11 -*,mJ The Ohio Jewish Chronicle Serving Columbus and the Central Ohio Jewish Community since 1922 VOLUME 70 NUMBER 41 OCTOBER 1, 1992 4 TISHREI 5753 'DEVOTED TO AMERICAN AND JEWISH IDEALS r Wm. Schottenstein elected Agudas Achim president page 2 Federation Annual Meeting Sunday, Oct. 4, to kick of f 93 Campaign "i\B '..•' : • . B '• ■ P*ge2 Kalmanson to speak m Hadassah dinner page 3 <_.#* page 4 In The Chronicle At The JCC ..................................... 21 ^Bowling « , 21 ^Cafoiula-..,..,.,........ 4 ^ Conunututy • 6-12 JTedetatiofr............ .......................... 14, 15 ■iFtont P«ge «.. 2, 3 'jk The News .i\.„......v................... •..»» 18 ■ Lifecycie . ,., . ». —*-—„.,. 19 .Mw^pUce ................................................ 20 New Generation , 22, 23 t fynagoquea . 19 ^Vfr^ . 4,» COMMUNITY FEATURE CJF Mission to Israel experiences the 'miracle' By Ina Horwitz At a time in world history when crucial peace talks between Israel and its Arab neighbors are taking place, 238 members of the Columbus Jewish Federation's Israel '92 "Experience the Miracle" Mission have taken their own stand by becoming good-will ambassadors for their families, friends and community. From Sept. 13-21, participants of all ages and backgrounds (about 80 percent being first timers) went together to see for themselves the uniqueness of the State of Israel. While each has brought home individual memories, collectively they have returned with feelings of pride, a renewed sense of their Judaism and a oneness with their homeland. They also have gained a better understanding' of what Israel is all about and how Columbus Jewish community commitments are working to help the country grow stronger, both economically and defensively. The 8-day itinerary was packed with encounters from every facet of Israeli society. Day 1: History was made even before; the plane carrying the participants left the ground; the largest Ohio mission group of its kind boarded the first ever El Al 747 jumbo jet to land in Columbus. All four of the mission co- chairs, Robert H. Schottenstein, Kenneth B. Gold, Marcy Gross and Daniel J. Kayne, shared the belief that the mission would dramatically and positively impact each participant's life and the quality of Jewish life in Columbus for many years to come. Day 2: From the moment mission-goers stepped foot on Israeli soil at 8 a.m. on Sept. 14 until the time they boarded the El Al plane at 1 a.m. on Sept. 21, their emotions encompassed a broad spectrum as they moved rapidly from one experience to the next. The group's first stop was Latrun, a memorial to Israeli tank battles, a key defensive spot on the road between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in 1948 and 1967. "As we stand on this site, we can together remember how we have survived through the ages, including the Inquisition and the Holocaust, due in large part because of what happened here," said Robert Schottenstein. After Brigadier General (Dr.) Meir Pail gave a presentation to the group, he added, "While our army rates among the world's best, I am for peace," a comment repeated often during the trip. Later, the mission toured the Old City of Jerusalem with the first of three stops at the Western Wall. , Said Wendy Galen, "For the very first time, what many of us had only, seen in pictures, we could now reach out and touch. It was truly exhilarating." The Kotel, a remnant of the Holy Temple and a place of, gathering for diverse people of differing religious backgrounds, deeply affected many in the delegation. Although it no longer is called the "Wailing Wall," some openly wept as they touched its stones. "I rarely cry, but I cried like a baby as I stood there:, knowing that for 2000 years it's been the most religious place in the world," said a mission member. After checking into Hotel Laromme, Jerusalem, the group heard refusenik Yuli Edelstein speak about "The New Wave of Aliyah Changing the Israeli Character." Day 3: Among the day's activities were visits to absorption centers, the Tel Nof air- force base, the Diaspora Museum on the campus of Tel Aviv University and Colum bus' Project Renewal community of Jesse Cohen. The highlight of the day came early, however, as the delegation listened to a breakfast presentation by Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres, who told the crowd: "You have come at a time in the life of our country where you, as Jews, can help in rebuilding the destiny of our Jewish- state." Said a member of the delegation, Chuck Shenk, "It was impressive to hear (Peres) speak. His context was meaningful and being number two in the country, what he said carries weight." Day 4: Another sunny morning began with a trip to one of Israel's archaeological wonders — Masada, where the scroll of Ezekial's "Dry "Bones" was recently unearthed. It was the message that the 960 Jewish men, women arid children who fought off the Romans from 70-73A.D. and then killed themselves rather than lose their freedom, wanted to... leave behind as a modern day time capsule. * After swimming —■ or floating — in the Dead Sea, the mission went to Gush EtzionV an area along the West Bank, to watch a video presentation and hear the settlers' views. Day 5: In the ntorning, mission members heard a presentationby Hersh Goodman, editor of the Jerusalem Report magazine. Goodman, who, made aliyah in 1965, called the settlers of Gush Etzion the true pioneers of Israel, yet said he didn't believe Israelis want; to be occupiers. "What is more important is that all people have dignity and live in peace together," he told the crowd. From there, some mission members visited Tefen, an industrial park near the Lebanese border, where the seventh richest man in Israel, Stef Wertheimer, spoke about his vision for Israel's economic future. Later, the entire group heard from Mike Ginsberg, 37, in charge of security in the region at Kibbutz Misgav Am" on the Lebanese border. ; Mission participant, Howard Handler, noted, "I thought Mike Ginsberg was intense, Zionistic and good for the country. But I also agreed with Jerusalem Report editor that Israel cannot put off making peace in the region." Day 6: After spending a night on a Kibbutz, the group toured the Golan Heights where people stood just 200 yards from the U.N. neutral zone, separating Syria and Israel. Damascus suburbs could almost be seen in the far distance. A luncheon cruise on Lake Kinneret (Sea of Galilee) fol-* lowed. That evening Shabbat was celebrated with prayers, dancing and music provided by the I.D.F. Choir. Day 7: During this evening, groups enjoyed dinners and hospitality at private homes of Israelis. At one home, a mother told the story of her son, who after serving time in the Israeli army, went abroad. He cried when he left and he cried when he came back but didn't explain why to anyone. Later, when he was asked, he said "It wasn't the places, for both places were beautiful. It wasn't the people, because both people were wonderful. I cried because tears are the only way you can express Israel." Day 8: The last day began with a presentation by Jerusalem Mayor Teddy Kollek. The major since 1965, he said Israel still has an uphill battle and a long struggle ahead of her. Referring to the mission, he stated, "Your being here strengthens-us." A visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial Museum See MISSION pg. S M |
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