This trailer tells the inspirational true story of Mekonen Abebe, a young Ethiopian shepherd who overcame financial and familial hardships to realize his dream of becoming an officer in the IDF.
Jerusalem U, a producer of film-based educational programs about Israel and Judaism, will host in the coming days the Israeli premiere of their newest film, Mekonen: The Journey of an African Jew.
Through his remarkable dedication to the Jewish state and the support of his Israeli community, Ethiopian-born Mekonen Abebe overcame extreme challenges to become a paratrooper and officer in the IDF.
Click below to view an emotional trailer. To bring this film to your community or school, visit: http://mekonen.jerusalemu.org/host-a-screening/
Send Passover Packages to Needy Israeli Soldiers - Bring Them Joy!
We are honored to thank the young men and women of the IDF who risk their lives every day to protect the citizens of Israel. Since October 7th, soldiers have been on the battlefield for months - many are hoping to come home for Passover.
Join us in sending Passover food packages (and personal notes) to Israeli soldiers and their families.
Many soldiers spend the Passover holiday with needy families back home. The soldiers greatly appreciate your love and concern. Bring them Passover joy!
CLICK HERE TO SEND YOUR PACKAGE AND NOTE TO ISRAELI SOLDIERS!