Mizrachi SA Jewish Observer - Rosh Hashanah 2015 | Page 32

LITA VISIT US ONLINE SCAN HERE WISHING YOU ALL CHAG SAMEACH WISHING YOU A SHANNAH TOVA 32 Networkers can upload personal profiles to the various towns that their families came from, contact other Lithuanian descendants across the globe, upload and populate ancestor profiles, use the public message boards and read news and updates from Lita. The distinct intention will be to connect descendants across the globe and bring thousands of people back to Lita, virtually. “The results and possibilities that this Network can and will open, are endless and exciting,” says Katz. uplifted in their beloved Lita,” says Katz. On the Products page customers can purchase items from an exclusive product range. Products include limited edition Lithuanian Black Vodka, handmade, designer Yarmulkas, and a quirky Yiddish Fridge Magnet Kit for the home. Items to further expand the range have been researched, and will hopefully be added to the range in the near future. The Kaddish page provides the global Jewish community with the opportunity to purchase the service of this special prayer being personalised and recited in Lita, on the date of passing of their ancestor or loved one. Jewish Lithuanian descendants now have the unique opportunity to connect with their roots on a modern platform, honour those who have come before them, and own a ‘piece’ of Lita as well - actively ensuring that Judaism in Lita can thrive. “In this way, the soul of their family member or friend is honoured and For more information on the Lita Lives project visit http://litalives.com ■