The Community Relations Committee of MetroWest NJ (CRC) is launching a grassroots education and advocacy initiative called Step Up for Israel MetroWest to help prepare the community to counter assaults on Israel’s legitimacy. As a participant in this initiative, Synagogue of the Suburban Torah Center is offering a five-part mini course, co-sponsored by CRC, Hasbara Fellowships and Jerusalem Online University. This mini-course is an opportunity for members to unite with the greater MetroWest community in a common campaign.

The mini course includes the following movies and discussions:

Crossing the Line: an in-depth view of the anti-Israel movement on campuses.   
A State is Born: an examination of the validity of the creation of the State of Israel through an overview of its history.
Israel and the West: a look at the common values and shared threats by Israel and the Western world. VIEWING: TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2012 AT 8:00 PM
Searching for Peace: an examination of the peace process with special focus on the validity of the claims and desires of both Israelis and Palestinians.  VIEWING: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2012 AT 8:00 PM
Communicating for Israel:conveys the most effective message and communication tools for speaking on Israel’s behalf and countering common claims made against Israel.
THURSDAY, MARCH 22, 2012 AT 8:00 PM

By taking part in the Step Up for Israel MetroWest initiative, you will have the facts and “how-tos” to answer Israel’s critics. You will have the knowledge and confidence to feel proud of Israel and to inspire others to feel the same. For more information visit www.ujcnj.org/SUFI or contact Sue Kahnowitz at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Rabbi Elliot Mathias, the Chair of the Step Up for Israel Metrowest initiative. Step Up for Israel has been made possible by a generous contribution from Jodi and Wayne Cooperman and Peter Feinberg