“About a year ago, I spoke to Rav Dovid Stern of Bnei Brak. I requested that he pray for and bless a girl in the high school [where my husband is the principal], because she was ill with cancer. The disease spread quickly. The Rav heard her name, and after a few moments, he closed his eyes, sat in silence and said:
“The decree has been made. It’s too late.”
Countless people have been shocked and moved by Rav Dovid Chaim Stern shlita”a’s powerful insights. The story above was one of tragedy, but many receive news of joy and motivation from the Rav. Men, women, and children come to him from all the world, seeking brachos.
Fifty years ago, Rav Stern established Beit Avraham in the name of the Chazon Ish, based on the concept that am Yisroel’s redemption is connected to the power of giving and tzedakah, and that through giving it is possible to marry off many widows and orphans.
Many desperately poor families in Israel depend on help from Rav Stern’s organization to get them through painful times, such as the loss of a loved one, or serious illness. You can join the Rav in helping them by visiting their website.