Magic Moments is back!

UJIA Magic Moments delegates from the north of Israel are arriving in the UK this week (Thursday 15 to Thursday 22 April 2010) to join communities in mourning the Israeli war dead and victims of terror on Yom Hazikaron. Ten communities across the country will be welcoming over 60 Israeli teenagers from UJIA's partnership region, the Galil, who will be leading inspiring Yom Hazikaron ceremonies.

The young Israelis aged 15 - 17 are coming from the regions of Ma'ale Yosef, Merom HaGalil and Shlomi, all located along Israel's northern border. In addition to leading the Yom Hazikaron commemoration and celebrating Yom Ha'atzmaut, the teens will be spending the week leading educational sessions in schools and volunteering in their host communities. They will also be living with local families and getting to know what life is like for Jewish teenagers in the Diaspora.

Karen Pomerance, co-chair, UJIA Magic Moments committee said:

"It is our privilege to welcome this year's Magic Moments delegation and we look forward to a memorable week. We are proud to be hosting these talented young Israelis. Their visit strengthens the Living Bridge between the UK and the Galil by bringing their personal interpretations of Yom Hazikaron to our communities."

The following communities are taking part in UJIA Magic Moments 2010:

• Birmingham
• Borehamwood & Elstree Synagogue
• Bushey & District Synagogue
• Cockfosters & North Southgate Synagogue
• Edgware Masorti Synagogue
• Leeds MAZCC
• Prestwich Hebrew Congregation
• Stanmore & Canons Park Synagogue
• Wimbledon & District Reform Synagogue
• Woodside Park Synagogue.

Click here to see pictures from the week.