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Leon Mazin
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In 2001, Leon and his wife Nina, planted the ‘Shavei Tzion’ (Return to Zion) community in Haifa, Israel, to help reach Russian Jews from the former Soviet Union. Since then, it has grown from a fledgling Messianic Jewish congregation into a multi-faceted center.
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Jun 2, 2026 ∙ 3 min
“What about me?”
Shavei Tzyon | Return to Zion Congregation Haifa, Israel Thank you for your feedback, your prayers, and your continued support. First, a little news. Everyone is aware that there has been a respite in the war. Even in Lebanon, things have quieted down somewhat. Many who were serving in the army reserves have returned home. To be honest, the work is not yet finished. But through it all, we continue to remember that the Lord holds everything in His hands. He is able to use presidents, prime...
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May 1, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Springtime Morning Interrupted
Shavei Tzyon | Return to Zion Congregation Haifa, Israel Galilee in springtime overlooking Jezreel Valley and IDF Air Force base - © Photo by Ori Every Tuesday I drive my daughter to her cello lessons half an hour away. In our Haifa music school, “Keshet Tslilim,” we teach almost every instrument—except the cello. So, I take her there myself. The music school sits on the outskirts of a small town, and I wait for my daughter on a covered balcony overlooking the forest. It is springtime. Rains...
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Apr 1, 2026 ∙ 3 min
A Day at War
Shavei Tzyon | Return to Zion Congregation Haifa, Israel Our mens' retreat in a bomb shelter the day that the war on Iran began. Shalom, dear friends. So many of you have been reaching out lately, asking how we are doing. You’ve asked what it’s like to live under simultaneous missile fire from Iran and Hezbollah… For decades there have been negotiations with Iran – threats, protests, ups and downs. But now, within several weeks, God is changing things. It feels like an earthquake. “ Praise be...
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