As we enter this difficult new year, many of us are truly seeking Peace in 2026, hoping for healing, safety, and a path forward. This year has been rough, but as we look back on 2025, hope remains essential. In this Times of Israel Blog, “Seeking Peace in 2026,” I share insights from spiritual teachers… Continue reading Seeking Peace in 2026
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October 7, 2025, Two Shocking Years — What Have We Learned?
What have we learned in these two years since the shocking events of October 7, 2023? As the world turned its gaze toward Israel, a campaign of misinformation and blame began, framing heinous acts of violence as mere resistance. The atrocities committed by Hamas were so severe that a new term, “kinocide,” was coined to describe them. This piece delves into the ongoing trauma faced by Israelis, the mental health struggles of survivors, and the troubling global response to the violence. Join us as we explore the complexities of this conflict and the urgent need for understanding and compassion.
Shana Tova! Israel Goes to War—The Bitter Taste of Reality
Note: Our Jewish New Year is starting out with Israel in grave danger. It’s depressing, and not the way anyone would want to start 5785. It’s difficult to keep both my chins up. I thought we all needed a laugh, even though truly nothing of importance is funny now. I’m grateful for another year, but… Continue reading Shana Tova! Israel Goes to War—The Bitter Taste of Reality
As Our American K-12 Children Return to School—What Hell Awaits Them?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALdN8gNIWJQ&t=194s Our American Jewish K-12 children are being attacked by fellow students and their parents, teachers, and the school’s administrators ignore their concerns. When our generation’s kids didn’t want to go to school on a particular day it was because they were ill or wanted to stay home and play, not fear for… Continue reading As Our American K-12 Children Return to School—What Hell Awaits Them?
More Than Size Matters — Are Jews the Invisible Minority
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFWVqmT4U-c Now that I have your attention, size is in the news lately, but being a minority is more complicated than just size. Jews are a minority facing unique challenges and are too often overlooked or misunderstood. We Jews are merely .2% of the world’s population. That’s not a typo, not 2%, but .2%. It’s… Continue reading More Than Size Matters — Are Jews the Invisible Minority
Can Science Diplomacy Open the Door to Middle East Peace?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFWVqmT4U-c&t=11s Have you ever wondered about the paths that geniuses create for themselves? On PEACE with Penny, we spoke with Zafra Lerman, Founder of The Malta Conferences Foundation. Packed into her Israeli 5’3” frame, I would describe this powerhouse as a female Einstein, a true Renaissance woman. She is a scientist, educator, and humanitarian.… Continue reading Can Science Diplomacy Open the Door to Middle East Peace?
Times of Israel Blog PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Will The Hostages Be Free Before Passover?
Times of Israel Blog PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Will The Hostages Be Free Before Passover? Times of Israel Blog PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Will The Hostages Be Free Before Passover? March 21, 2024 On CNN they reported that Israel believes there are 99 hostages alive, and six are American. Hamas is holding the… Continue reading Times of Israel Blog PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Will The Hostages Be Free Before Passover?
Peace Exists Today Between Israelis and Palestinians? Yes!
Peace Exists Today Between Israelis and Palestinians? Yes! Peace Exists Today Between Israelis and Palestinians? Yes! March 6, 2024 Share this post Hi Folks, Just to let you know, I’ve started writing for the Times of Israel. I plan on posting my TOI Blogs here too. My first is just my introduction to their audience,… Continue reading Peace Exists Today Between Israelis and Palestinians? Yes!
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: Penny S. Tee Interviews Yoav Peck, an Israeli Peace Activist, February 20, 2024
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: Penny S. Tee Interviews Yoav Peck, an Israeli Peace Activist, February 20, 2024 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: Penny S. Tee Interviews Yoav Peck, an Israeli Peace Activist, February 20, 2024 February 20, 2024 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: Penny S. Tee Interviews Yoav Peck, an Israeli Peace Activist, February… Continue reading PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: Penny S. Tee Interviews Yoav Peck, an Israeli Peace Activist, February 20, 2024
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration February 6, 2024
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration February 6, 2024 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration February 6, 2024 February 6, 2024 PEACE with Penny is CELEBRATING PEACE BETWEEN ISRAELIS AND PALESTINIANS for the third year, and they’re not crazy! February 6, 2024 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: CELEBRATING… Continue reading PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration February 6, 2024
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration (TRAILER), January 30, 2024
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration (TRAILER), January 30, 2024 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration (TRAILER), January 30, 2024 January 25, 2024 Peace in the Middle East—There is hope! Good news…PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 is celebrating their 3rd Year Anniversary! Ready to listen to voices of hope?… Continue reading PEACE with Penny SEASON 5: 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration (TRAILER), January 30, 2024
Hope Rising: Israelis and Palestinians Building Bridges for Peace, PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Trailer: Penny S. Tee interviews Yehuda Stolov of Interfaith Encounter Association 1/9/24
Hope Rising: Israelis and Palestinians Building Bridges for Peace, PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Trailer: Penny S. Tee interviews Yehuda Stolov of Interfaith Encounter Association 1/9/24 Hope Rising: Israelis and Palestinians Building Bridges for Peace, PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Trailer: Penny S. Tee interviews Yehuda Stolov of Interfaith Encounter Association 1/9/24 January 9, 2024… Continue reading Hope Rising: Israelis and Palestinians Building Bridges for Peace, PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Trailer: Penny S. Tee interviews Yehuda Stolov of Interfaith Encounter Association 1/9/24
Peace is Better than War!
Peace is Better than War! Peace is Better than War! December 17, 2023 Shavua Tov! (A Good Week!) Gratitude for another amazing year of PEACE with Penny Championing Israeli & Palestinian Peace organizations working together. These committed Peace activists Work to make their lives Fear-free, Safe, Tolerable, Dare we hope, Joyful? Even during war, There… Continue reading Peace is Better than War!
PEACE with Penny, Penny S. Tee’s Thoughts on her Mind, December 8, 2023
PEACE with Penny, Penny S. Tee’s Thoughts on her Mind, December 8, 2023 PEACE with Penny, Penny S. Tee’s Thoughts on her Mind, December 8, 2023 December 8, 2023 Shabbat Shalom Centuries of Jewish hate Our parents, the Holocaust generation, Told us too, But we wanted to believe. We saw ourselves from Our eyes. We… Continue reading PEACE with Penny, Penny S. Tee’s Thoughts on her Mind, December 8, 2023
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Penny S. Tee Interviews Shahar Steiff of Road to Recovery, War Update, November 4, 2023
PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Penny S. Tee Interviews Shahar Steiff of Road to Recovery, War Update, November 4, 2023 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Penny S. Tee Interviews Shahar Steiff of Road to Recovery, War Update, November 4, 2023 November 5, 2023 PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Penny S. Tee Interviews Shahar Steiff of… Continue reading PEACE with Penny SEASON 5 Penny S. Tee Interviews Shahar Steiff of Road to Recovery, War Update, November 4, 2023