It was completely exciting for all, as it is often years between snowfalls here. For the locally born Israeli kids in our neighborhood, there were squeals of delight as the fluffy flakes fell. For those of us who grew up in Canada and other countries that regularly saw snow, it was a nostalgic moment that brought back memories of “snow days” where school would be canceled, and we would build snowmen, go tobogganing (or as Americans call it, sledding), drink hot chocolate, and revel in a day of cold freedom and play.
And there are immigrants here who have never seen snow in their lives– whether they came here from South Africa, Ethiopia, or other snowless countries.
Yes, in Israel, it is the fulfillment of the prophecy, “And they will come back from the four corners of the earth.”
I wish you were here to see the collective glee of kids in all shapes, sizes, colors, languages, and cultures, all reveling in the rare moment of playful delight, all sent from Above—joyful unity without uniformity.
Even my husband, born and bred in Chicago, came running with a big smile on his face when he heard me shout, “It’s SNOWING!”
From chilly, beautiful Jerusalem–
When Howard Kaplin arrived in Israel for the first time, he was hopeful that he would understand the life-changing experience his wife enjoyed during her MOMentum Trip. Just a few years before, she had returned home brimming with love for Israel and excited to share everything she had learned with their family.
THIS WEBSITE WAS CREATED IN LOVING MEMORY OF RITA KRAKOWER MARGOLIS
Mother to Mother Israel Unity Mission
May 13-19, 2024 | July 2-7, 2024
Join our leadership, alumnae, and our partner organizations in supporting our sisters and their families with love, strength, and taking action.
Unity Mission for Men
May 13-19, 2024
Momentum leadership, alumni and fathers of lone soldiers are embarking on this critical mission to support our fellow Israeli fathers, brothers, and their families, as we take action and bring them spiritual strength.
Apply to 2024 Fall Trips
For Jewish mothers with children age 18 and under
Participants only pay their acceptance fee and airfare
To participate in the Momentum Yearlong Journey, women must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
Apply to 2024 Fall Trips
Mainly for the husbands of Momentum sisters
$900 for Momentum husbands
Each man get a scholarship of $2,100-$2,400
Partner Organization contributes $700 per man
The Israeli Government does not contribute to the Men’s Trips
To participate, men must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
November 4-11, 2024
An exclusive, transformational, spiritual, and uplifting journey for women looking to invest in themselves and help us continue to build the Momentum movement.
Please note: This trip is not subsidized.
