I would like to express my gratitude for giving me the opportunity to travel to Hungary with my talented colleagues and an outstanding group of BT students for “Part 2” of the Morim/Limmud Project. I must admit that I had a difficult time imagining all of this – but it was pure magic from the start! The student connections were instant, as if they were old friends reunited after a long separation. Their bonds grew stronger throughout our time together as we toured Hungary, learned about culture, history, language and finally sharing one of the most meaningful Shabbat experiences I have ever had. These young men and women demonstrated everything that is good about Beth Tfiloh -Derech Eretz, Acceptance, Respect, and a deep love of Judaism – regardless of which side of the mechitza they sat on, or their level of knowledge or observance. Each one of them active participants in sharing the beauty of Shabbat with their counterparts. In turn, the SSG kids inspired hope in all of us, that this generation of Hungarian Jews will not be lost, but there is still work to be done. I have gained a tremendous amount of personal, professional and spiritual growth as a result of this experience. I can’t wait for “Part 3”
