Kristallnacht Mission in Berlin
From Ashes
to Renewal
This is a private, invitation-only mission. We would love to welcome you.
The central idea
To witness the past — and then encounter the Jewish future being built in Berlin today.
Why Berlin. Why this journey. Why now.
An experience that will stay with you
Berlin is not simply a place to remember what happened. It is a place to witness what happened next.
From the sites of destruction and persecution to the synagogues, schools and young communities rebuilding Jewish life today, this mission is designed as a journey from ashes to renewal — not a conventional sightseeing trip, but a combination of serious historical learning, personal reflection, authentic encounters and moments of responsibility and hope.
Stand where history happened
Guided learning at the sites of destruction and deportation — Gleis 17, the Holocaust Memorial, the streets of Kristallnacht.
Confront the present
Briefings with government officials and community leaders on antisemitism in Germany today — and what is being done.
Witness a miracle
The extraordinary revival of Jewish life in Berlin — now in its second generation, in its synagogues, schools and homes.
Everything is taken care of
- Premium accommodations throughout the mission
- Glatt kosher meals
- A Shabbat in Berlin — a sense of home, together with the community
Gleis 17
Memory of deportation
Holocaust Memorial
Witnessing and reflection
Jewish Museum Berlin
History & identity
Neue Synagoge
Heritage & remembrance
Program at a Glance
From Ashes to Renewal
Arrival and a welcome to Berlin — settle in, light the candles, and share Shabbat with the young Jewish community.
A day of rest, reflection and connection — prayer, meals with local families, a quiet Stolpersteine walk through the city, and Havdalah to close.
The depth of remembrance — Wannsee Villa, Gleis 17, the Topography of Terror and the Holocaust Memorial. An evening together in a historic setting.
The anniversary of Kristallnacht — and a closing dinner that honors how far we have come.
Departure — breakfast, farewells, and a private transfer to the airport.
The full schedule, speakers and venues are subject to refinement.
A private, fully curated experience
Every site, host, meal and conversation chosen with intention.
Journey led by
Rabbi Bini Krauss
With special guest
Congressman Ritchie Torres
Participation & Cancellation
Participation in From Ashes to Renewal is fully sponsored. Accommodations, kosher meals, program activities, local transportation, and security throughout the mission are provided at no cost to participants.
Participants are responsible for booking and covering the cost of their own flights to and from Berlin.
Please only book your flights after you have received final confirmation of your participation from our team.
We are fully committed to making From Ashes to Renewal an exceptional experience and are actively preparing for the mission to take place as planned. At the same time, we understand that circumstances can occasionally change. Until September 24, 2026, both participants and the organizers have the option to withdraw or cancel participation if necessary. After this date, participation should be considered a firm commitment.
As this is a small, fully sponsored program with a limited number of spots, significant costs are incurred for each confirmed participant, including accommodations, catering, transportation, security, and program arrangements. If you are unexpectedly unable to attend after September 24, please let us know as early as possible so that we can make every effort to offer your spot to another participant and avoid unnecessary costs.
We understand that genuine emergencies and unforeseen circumstances can occur and will approach such situations individually and with understanding.
Above all, this is an opportunity to stand together — to remember, to learn, and to witness the remarkable renewal of Jewish life in Berlin. We would be honored to have you with us.