On this Rosh Hashanah, where we celebrate a new beginning and renew our commitment to Hashem the King of Kings, we also remember the terrible pogrom that occurred on the joyous holiday of Simchat Torah (Oct 7) almost a year ago and the beginning of the war that followed.
As we honor the memory of the victims and support their families in their grief, we commit ourselves to working toward a future filled with peace and light.

On this Rosh Hashanah, I wish you a Shana Tova, a sweet and good year despite the challenges ahead for our people.
May we unite in prayer, mutual support, and hope for a better future.
May our actions and words be filled with compassion, justice, and reconciliation, in order to build a world where light ultimately triumphs over darkness.

Chag samach, Shana Tova U’metuka – a sweet and happy new year to you all, and a very beautiful Shabbat, Amen!