We are really excited to share this episode with you. Dani is one of the most approachable people in the neighborhood. Dani grew up in Israel. First living in Beer Sheva and then moved to Efrat. He has a very deep love for his people and his homeland. He consistently spreads a positive message and always promotes unity. He teaches Torah, in a simple approachable, and relatable way. We had a great discussion, where we only touched on some small details of his life. It was really interesting to hear about his growth as he became closer and closer to his Rebbe and mentor Rav Menachem Fromin who believed religion and the love of the land could bring together Jews and Muslims instead of dividing them.  Enjoy!

Listen to Dani's Podcast "Torah of the Land" >>https://www.buzzsprout.com/1498744

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This week we sat with Jerry Latinik the founder of "Just One Chesed". Jerry and  his family made Aliyah straight to Efrat almost 8 years ago. Jerry is always involved in new projects and  bringing people together.  

Listen in , and hear a little about

• His Aliyah and some of the things he and his family overcame
• His outlook behind some  tough times in business
• Jerry's vision for "Just one Chesed " and how he got to where he is
• The 45 day Chesed Challenge happening right now!!

We apologize for the last 7 minutes of audio, as there were some issues with the mics. We used the audio from the video camera which includes a lot of background noise from the school nearby. 

Follow JUST ONE CHESED on  Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Links below 

@justonechesed

facebook.com/justonechesed/

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Pesach and Chanah Rothberg moved to Efrat in August 2020.

Pesach is a certified Narrative Therapist and  Sofer Stam,.

Chanah aka Chef Raw Raw is a Food Therapist and Coach, as well as a Chef specializing in delicious gluten free desserts. To follow her journey on Instagram and Facebook: @chefrawraw

Together, with their 8 kids, they hope to meet you soon.

Socials

https://www.instagram.com/chefrawraw/

https://www.facebook.com/chefrawraw

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Naftali Abramson was born in the U.S. and came on aliyah when he was four years old. After completing his army service as a Sharpshooter in the Nachal Infantry Brigade, he studied Jewish Philosophy and Jewish Education in Herzog College. He has been working with Diaspora Jews for the past 10 years at The Israel Experience, Bnei Akiva, Bar Ilan University and other English speaking programs. All the while, he has been performing and recording music for the past 12 years and has toured and performed all over the world. Naftali has recorded three CD's,  "Toda" - "Thank you" ( 2003)  Influenced by Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach and a mixture of American Rock and Indie music,"Seeing the Good" ("Lachazot Be'Noam") (2004), which features famous Israeli singer Ehud Banai. His third album, "Overcoming", was released in November 2008.  Naftali has created his own unique style of Jewish Original Music. 

Naftali is a licensed Psychotherapist and has been practicing for 2+ years. 

"I am able to and want to listen in a deep and profound way, and act courageously in order to help my clients gain clarity, and get in touch with their deep potential of growth, self-awareness and healing. My objective for my clients is to walk away feeling emotionally and mentally healthy, peaceful and balanced. I use breathing techniques as well as music and other tools that cater for each individual client."

Naftalis Music >>>>>www.israel-music.com/naftali_abramson/ 

Naftalis Psychotherapy practice  >>> gethelpisrael.com/therapist/naftali-abramson/

Ari Lev joins us on the podcast this week.  After making Aliyah with his family from Toronto Canada, at age 9 , Ari had to learn a new language and acclimate to his new life here in Israel.  Ari was a sharpshooter in the IDF and is currently a member of the "Kitat Konenut", the emergency first responders squad here in Efrat. We discussed what his Aliyah was like, why he moved to Efrat and talked about some of the security-related incidents that he was was involved with. Give it a listen! 

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Deborah Jacubovsky is a Chilean Performer and Medicine Woman who made Alya 9 years ago. She started her professional carrier at the age of 11. Performing in multiple theater shows, singing in concerts, and leading women in “Soul Dance”, a  spiritual tribal dance that she created for the sake of helping women to empower themselves, tap into their inner healers, refining the relationship with G-D and one another. The dance combines movement and song as a channel for prayer and connection. It incorporates Kabbalah, African rhythms, and sacred nigunim that she often channels when leading her circles. Before Corona, Deborah worked for the Ministry of Diaspora in Israel doing shlichut through art, to0 strengthen the bridge between Israel and the Diaspora. She traveled to different countries to work with Jewish communities and emerging Jewish communities. Deborah has 14 years of experience helping others with Holistic therapy that combines Reiki, sound healing, and other coaching tools. She is in the process of launching a new business called “True Self Portraits” where photography, art, and magical elements will create an image that attempts to bring out the beautiful essence of her clients, making them feel beautiful and empowered inside in a unique atmosphere.

Get Tickets to Sunday's Zoom EVENT and help support this great cause for Laniado Hospital https://secured.israelgives.org/en/pay/LaniadoTickets

Follow Deborah on Instagram! @deborah_s_dream 

See Deborah's music on Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqjAG1vrvVih3OpbNcTUdNw

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This week we had the honor to sit and chat with our Brother, Teacher, Rebbe, Rav Shlomo Katz. It was a very special podcast for us, something we have been building towards for some time. As the workers were clanking and banging away, we sat together in front of the future building of Kehillat Shirat David and talked about the building and the local community. 

This is a particularly auspicious time since we are about to start a Causmatch campaign to raise more funds to continue construction on the interior of our building for Kehillat Shirat David. 

Causematch Campaign Starting This Sunday 2/21/21 Look for a link soon!

The Shlomo Katz Project

https://www.theshlomokatzproject.com/

Rav Shlomo Katz on Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHNAUd9V6x9eBEJuqh9ZkIw

Micha and Nava each on their own are very interesting and engaging people. They are owners and operators of a line of pet stores, and dog training school businesses.Nava is a town councilwoman.
When speaking with them, it's clear how much much they love this town and the country overall. 
 

Listen to this episode to hear them talk about:
-Growing up in Efrat in the 90's

-Saving lives with the Israeli Dog Unit     

 -"Tiny" & "Sneakers" the rescue dogs        

-Being a town counsel member. 

Check out their businesses on social media:

www.instagram.com/achuzat_haklavim

www.facebook.com/gushetzionkennelclub

www.facebook.com/holyland.poodles

To find out more about the Israel Dog unit:

www.israeldogunit.com