Dear Friends,

Shalom from Jerusalem.

I want to personally thank you for standing with us and for investing in the next generation here in Israel. Because of your faithfulness encouragement and generosity we are able to walk closely with young people during one of the most formative seasons of their lives.

The 2026 school year began several months ago and with it our weekly NerYah youth meetings. As we look ahead this year our focus is on strengthening community nurturing responsibility and equipping believing young people to grow with confidence faith and mutual care.

As part of the ongoing growth and development of the NerYah Believing Youth Group we have expanded our weekly programming to include age specific groups grades 9 to 10 and grades 11 to 12 alongside our regular meetings. This allows us to meet in smaller settings and connect more personally with each youth through conversation activities and studying the Word of God together. Each month we focus on a core value we seek to strengthen and this month our theme has been involvement and responsibility.

Earlier this month I joined the meeting with grades 9 to 10 where we explored how involvement and responsibility take shape in daily life at home at school in extracurricular activities and within the group itself. The discussion was open and meaningful. We encouraged the youth to grow this year in mutual respect punctuality service communication and teamwork alongside the counselors.

The following week we met with grades 11 to 12 and continued the conversation at a deeper level. We asked them to reflect on one key question How will I take responsibility and be involved this year at NerYah Their responses were thoughtful and encouraging revealing a strong sense of belonging and a sincere desire to be active contributors within the community.

During these meetings we asked a simple but powerful question What is NerYah to you Some of their answers deeply moved me

NerYah for me is a reminder of God it reminds me of God
It is the only place where I truly feel that I belong to a community

I thank God for what He is doing in the hearts of these young people and I thank you. Your partnership makes it possible for us to continue investing in believing youth through meaningful gatherings biblical teaching genuine connection preparation for army service academic support and ongoing encouragement.

You are not standing on the sidelines. You are a vital part of a God given vision to nurture strengthen and guide the next generation here in the land. Your investment is bearing fruit spiritually emotionally and practically and its impact will be felt for years to come.

With gratitude and hope,

Moran