Overwhelming Support for 'Stand Together With Israel' In Overland Park

Allow us this brief juxtaposition after two differing gatherings concerning war in Israel . . . 

A unity rally in Johnson County offered an outpouring of sympathy, unity and good vibes from the Heartland to the Holy Land.

Meanwhile, even the newspaper was forced to acknowledge antisemitic rhetoric appearing in a recent KCMO rally.

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Hundreds met for the “Stand Together with Israel Community Gathering” after the culture festival. The service included music, prayer, and fellowship for members of the Kansas City community impacted by the war overseas.

“We’ve never seen anything like this in our lifetimes, to have the magnitude of that kind of terrorist attack in Israel,” said Jay Lewis, the President and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City. “It’s not just mourning the loss of life, but there are a lot of people that are still in immediate danger.”

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Hundreds meet in Overland Park for "Stand Together with Israel Community Gathering"

The Jewish Community Center in Overland Park hosted the 11th Jewish Culture Fest on Sunday. The event highlights the best of Jewish culture, but also featured a special service on Sunday evening in light of the situation in Israel.

'We need to be with each other': KC Jewish Culture Fest concludes with solidarity gathering for Israel

Those in attendance at the Stand Together With Israel gathering Sunday at the KC Jewish Culture Fest said "it's hard" to fathom the violence taking place in the Middle East.

Jewish Kansas Citians find solace at Overland Park festival: 'We thrive as a community'

The Jewish Culture fest - typically held every three years - came at a pivotal moment for many community members, many of whom have family in Israel.

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