Mamas’ Boys are joined by veteran DC newsman and author Jake Tapper, who digs into how masculinity and power play out in Washington today, shares how he presents himself as a Jewish man in a world that’s gotten tough on both, and takes a deep dive into how he became the man he is as a teen at Camp …
Visit the Pearl of Africa, and experience the world of the Abayudaya In December 2024, several FJMC members from the Seaboard and Tri-State regions of FJMC journeyed to southeastern Uganda, to visit the Abayudaya Jewish community, which numbers more than 2,500 people in over 29 villages spread across the region. The trip was led by …
An unorthodox description Traditional and radical aren’t normally two words used together to describe the same thing. But then you might not have encountered Svara before. Svara, whose tagline is “A Traditionally Radical Yeshiva,” empowers queer and trans people to expand Torah and tradition through the spiritual practice of Talmud study. Through virtual and …
Purim & Passover By Rabbi Noam Raucher It’s February, and Purim and Passover will be here before we know it. But at FJMC International, we haven’t forgotten. Here are two upcoming programs to help you – and us – prepare. Unmasking: A Pre-Purim Men’s Webinar on the Masks We Wear – Wednesday, Feb. 25, …
Making a difference with extra tefillin Got any tefillin that are gathering dust in a drawer or cabinet? Here’s an opportunity to make sure they are put to good use. Under a special new partnership with our friends at Kulanu Inc., we are collecting tefillin to send to Jewish communities and Jewish men around …
Pride & Prejudice, Winter 2026 Edition: By Jerry Brodsky Pride and Prejudice is a quarterly publication by FJMC International, featuring stories of acceptance and tolerance that remind us of the impact of our efforts – past, present and future. Our mission is to promote inclusion, embrace our differences and create a sense of belonging through activities that welcome everyone. …
The Jewish values around reproductive health and rights Once again, FJMC International is supporting Repro Shabbat, a special annual Shabbat celebration centered around honoring the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. Sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women, it takes place every year on Parshat Mishpatim, the Torah reading which includes the verses that …
Bat Li Pitom – You Suddenly Came to Me By Jason Hecht This is the first in a monthly series of articles highlighting contemporary Israeli music. “Bat Li Pitom” (באת לי פתאום; “You Suddenly Came to Me”) is a heartfelt duet by Israeli artists Keren Peles and Roni Alter, released in December 2019 as part of Peles’ …
How Jews can respond By Dr. Steven Mandel UN80 refers to the United Nations’ 80th anniversary, and more specifically, to a major internal reform effort linked to that milestone, called the UN80 initiative. The UN80 commits the United Nations to be effective among conflicts, climate shocks, inequality, rapid technological changes and tightening financial resources. …
Dalmore 18-year-old scotch By Al Davis Shalom achim! Anyone who has been to any major FJMC convention or LDI, or to any regional retreat, knows that one of the highlights of these events is the “hospitality suite.” The snacks, the camaraderie and the sharing of ideas are always enhanced by a variety of “spirits” …
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