Statement from Village of Pleasantville regarding terrorist attack in Israel

As a community and as individuals, we are horrified by the terrorist attack and condemn the murder and kidnapping of innocent civilians in Israel. The beyond disturbing images that continue to come out of Israel defy our understanding of humanity.

 

We extend our heartfelt condolences and support to the people of Israel during this unthinkable time, and grieve for their loss and the suffering. We also stand behind and support our Jewish community here in Pleasantville and nearby, who are deeply hurting, and many of whom have friends and relatives in Israel.  We wish for the safety of all civilians affected.

 

Beyond reaching out to our Jewish friends and neighbors individually, there are several upcoming community gatherings where we can show our support and solidarity.

 

Pleasantville Community Synagogue, Friday, 6-630pm

 

All are welcome to come to a brief, in-person service led by Rabbi Ben Newman to gather together to welcome Shabbat and say prayers for Israel, for peace and for healing, for a return of the hostages. For those unable to attend in person, here is a link to attend virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81621007350?pwd=j4jICEJvLrqYq3Wg4IninI5D45ia8g.lkxLQIYTMCgM8TjP#success

 

Town of New Castle, Sunday at 7pm

Join the Town of New Castle and their Holocaust and Human Rights Committee, the Greeley Jewish Student Union, and the Greeley E.N.O.U.G.H. Club for a solidarity vigil to honor the Israeli victims of terror on Sunday, October 15th at 7PM at the Gazebo and New Castle Holocaust Memorial. Please register in advance here - https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc9SO.../viewform...…

 

If you wish to make a donation, below are several organizations aiding emergency relief: