Our Sukkah, Our Community, Our Earth The Cycle of Life: A Jewish Lesson in Renewal: Composting The sukkah reminds us that we are not separate from the environment, but part of it. Its open walls invite us to appreciate the earth, the fragile roof teaches us about humility, and its temporary shelter challenges us to …
Jewish children learn to be respectful of others, value life, and respect law, both biblical and civil. So it’s probably not a stretch to understand why there are many Jewish lawyers and judges in the world. In that regard, we focus here on Benjamin Cardozo, best known as the second Jewish U.S. Supreme Court Justice, …
FJMC’s Shomrei Ha’Aretz Initiative By Norwin Merens, Dr. Steven Mandel and Bob Watts For nearly 20 years, FJMC International-affiliated clubs have been leading the charge as Shomrei Ha’aretz – “Guardians of the Land.” We’ve been cleaning the beaches, composting waste into natural fertilizer, visiting parks with their families and friends, and growing fruits and …
Michigan rejoins FJMC with CBS Men’s Club of Oak Park By Norwin Merens After many years without having an FJMC International presence in a big Midwest city and a major state, the Detroit community is rejoining the fold. And while Congregation Beth Shalom in Oak Park, Mich., is the first to do so, as …
The New England Region By Marty Paley The New England Region has been enjoying a very active year thus far. In addition to simply reveling in the camaraderie of our brothers and others in the Jewish community, we have continued to learn and grow together as we seek new experiences and deep connections. At …
The UN and FJMC Against Racial Discrimination By Dr. Steven Mandel A Black Jewish man arrives at his synagogue for Shabbat service, and is stopped by security volunteer, who asks: “Are you here for services?” When he says yes, the volunteer asks for identification, while other congregants enter without being questioned. An interracial couple …
A High Holiday Journey By Jason Hecht As we enter the season of reflection, renewal and heartfelt connection, music becomes one of the most powerful ways to prepare our spirit. This year, we’re taking you on a High Holiday tour through Israeli music videos – a journey filled with soul, prayer and the unmistakable …
Domaine du Castel Grand Vin By Al Davis As previously admitted to, I am not a wine afficionado. My wine tastebuds are perfectly suited to “Blue Bottle.” For the uninitiated, this is Bartenura Moscato, a white fizzy wine, which my father-in-law (alav ha-shalom) referred to as “Seven-Up” – usually with a sneer. If I …
A retrospective By Rabbi Noam Raucher One day, shortly after the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai and his student, Rabbi Yehoshua, were walking near the ruins. Seeing what remained of the Temple, Rabbi Yehoshua cried out, “This is terrible! This is where our people came to pray and offer …
Being honest with ourselves By Rabbi Noam Raucher Rosh Hashanah is described as the Jewish new year. Yom Kippur is usually explained as a day of repentance. However, ultimately, between both of them we have 10 days to gain perspective on our lives. For 25 hours, Jewish tradition asks us to step outside the …
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