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Voices from Israel: Rabbi Yael Vurgan, Spiritual Responses: A Reform Rabbi in the Gaza Envelope

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At a time when Israel has been in the headlines and in our hearts, we offer this series as an opportunity to hear a range of voices directly from Israel and engage in conversation.

Moderated by Rabbi Grushcow.

Rabbi Yael Vurgan, raised in a secular family in Rishon L’Zion, is a leading figure in contemporary Reform Judaism. Since 2018, she has served as the Regional Rabbi for the Shaar HaNegev regional council, where she oversees spiritual matters for ten kibbutzim near the Gaza border. Her work, especially following the events of October 7th, has made her a pillar of spiritual comfort and support in her community.