Stephanie Owitz, Cantor Magda Fishman, Rabbi David Steinhardt, Uri, Chen, Rabbi Dan Levin, Rabbi Josh Broide, Rabbi Rony Keller, Rabbi David Baum and Rabbi Laila Haas
Jill Rose
In commemoration of the first anniversary of the tragic events of Oct. 7, when the terrorist organization Hamas attacked Israel, more than 600 members of the local Jewish community came together at B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton to honor the heroes who saved lives as terrorists invaded their homes, kibbutzim and gathering places.
On Sept. 26, the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County presented a moving performance by Project Heroes, a nonprofit dedicated to sharing stories of Jewish heroism through music and storytelling. The event also featured prayers and songs led by a coalition of local rabbis, along with fellowship among friends and families.
Rabbi David Steinhardt
“As the struggles of October 7 continue, I am awed and revitalized to look out at so many of you from throughout our beautiful, diverse Jewish community,” said Jill Rose, board chair of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. “We come together tonight from across our varied backgrounds and practices, as we did a year ago — as one united community to remember, to pray and to stand strong.”
Gilad Segev, CEO of Project Heroes travels the world sharing stories of the heroism and courage demonstrated by countless Israelis on Oct. 7 through a multimedia and musical performance. Segev’s band plays original compositions while documentaries showcase the men, women and children whose stories are told through the lyrics. The audience learns their personal stories — showcased through their own words, video and pictures — that tie them to the moments when they lost their lives saving others.
For more information, visit btcboca.org or project-heroes.co.il/en.