November 4, 2015
November 4, 2015
Dear Friends, Today marks the twentieth anniversary of the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin. As we reflect on two decades since the historic agreement between Rabin and Arafat and as we
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November 1, 2015
A Message on Mitzvah Day
There are many ways that each of us, as individuals, strive to bring justice and mercy into the world on a regular basis. We may contribute financially to a cause
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October 28, 2015
Dear Friends, On Yom Kippur this year, we were inspired by the words and music of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Together, we pledged to join forces in our efforts to
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October 22, 2015
Dear Friends, This past week HCRJ hosted two programs promoting tolerance and understanding. The programs centered around the story of a remarkable friendship between an observant Israeli Jew named Ruth
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October 14, 2015
Dear Friends, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. We become aware of this every year as pink becomes the color of choice for businesses and organizations nationwide. Pink ribbons, pink
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October 7, 2015
Dear Friends, The term Klezmer comes from the Hebrew words klei, meaning “vessel,” and zemer, meaning “song,” literally meaning “instrument of song.” This was the Yiddish word by which Jewish
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The Unforeseen Gift of Hope from Two Breast Cancer Survivors
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. We become aware of this every year as pink becomes the color of choice. Pink ribbons, pink shoes on football players and pink labels
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September 30, 2015
Dear friends– Sukkot started Sunday night, and as the week has continued to unfold, Jews around the world have been celebrating this ancient festival by dwelling in huts. These frail
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September 16, 2015
Dear Friends, During these days between Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur, we have an opportunity to consider how we wish to address any unresolved issues which continue to linger in
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September 9, 2015
Dear Friends, The Hebrew translation of the phrase, “I am sorry,” is selicha. It is a concept that weighs heavy on our minds during this season. As we begin to
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