The completion of the Ofakim 2025 leadership program marked an important moment for everyone involved. For participants, it was not just another activity after Bar Mitzvah. It was a time for growth, reflection, and new discoveries. Over nine months, teens learned how to take responsibility, work as part of a group, and find their place within the […]
After celebrating their B’nei Mitzvah, many teens step away from the rhythms of daily practice and weekly synagogue attendance. This year, however, nine remarkable teens made a different choice, joining our inaugural Ofakim leadership program. Spanning six months, the program featured seven workshops and two overnight shabbatonim – one at Emanuel Synagogue and the other […]
