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January 2026 / Tevet 5786
 
Happy New Year!
 

Here at FJMC, we like to celebrate our accomplishments with fireworks, cheering and champagne. So that's what we did! OK, you're probably not buying that, but it was worth a try. We do have lots to celebrate, though, as we continue our momentum into the new secular year. Check out the issue, and stay tuned!
 
See what's new for this year with FJMC!
 
Fighting antisemitism now

With antisemitism rising across the globe, Jews are facing an unprecedented level of fear and intimidation. Much of it concerns the relationship we have as Jews toward Israel. Can you respond comfortably to questions about Israel and antisemitism?

That's why the FJMC has formed a team to focus on working with clubs and synagogues to support local efforts to fight the scourge of Jew-hatred, through workshops, training and other resources, and through partnerships with organizations like the ADL, Blue Square Alliance and Jewish War Veterans.
Find out how!
 
Captain's Log, Stardate 5

Jewish learning, Jewish traditions, Jewish culture. These are not just keys to Jewish continuity, but also among the ways FJMC can help its members to grow personally while building stronger relationships.
Grow with us!
 
LDI returns, with vigor

Deep into its third decade, FJMC’s Leadership Development Institute is making a renewed pitch to elevate the leadership potential of its younger members.
So... what does that mean?
 
Regional Spotlight: Florida

What do you get when you cross sunshine, vacations, a long coastline, retirees and a thriving Jewish community? The Florida Region! (Part of an occasional series of articles spotlighting FJMC's regions.)
Ah, feel the sun
 
Reflections from Rabbi Noam Raucher

What's the cure for loneliness among men in the Jewish community? A minyan. No, not literally a prayer service of 10, but the community created by 10 men coming together to support each other - because 10 is the smallest number that can hold a place together.
Come together.... right now...
 
Fit to be healthy

Men, it's time to get in shape and get healthy, and FJMC is here to help you do it. See how we're taking our Wellness Warriors Challenge, now extended, to a new level.
Stay in motion
 
A new British invasion?

As FJMC's International Region advances its efforts to reach new communities around the globe and plan its first international retreat, we're bringing a contingent of three new members from the United Kingdom to the Leadership Development Institute in Baltimore this month. I say, old chap, good show!
No, they're not the Beatles...
 
Remembering the Holocaust

Dr. Steven Mandel, one of the FJMC's representatives to the United Nations as a non-governmental organization(NGO), reflects on commemoration of the Shoah, as the U.N. marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Jan. 27.

For a full schedule of events at the U.N., click here.
Recall with us
 
Regional Update: KIO+

FJMC International Executive Director Rabbi Noam Raucher paid a visit to the State of Ohio and the KIO+ Region in December, learning a Great Lakes truism along the way for this time of year: Come for the warmth; stay because you're snowed in.
O-kay...IO!
 
HELP WANTED!

Do you have the skills to create apps for the Apple iOS or Android platforms? Or would you like to take the lead in promoting the FJMC's first (and currently only) app, the FJMC Shoah Yellow Candle App, which is on both platforms?

If you'd like to discuss what is involved, contact FJMC International Past-President Allan Kahan, akahan@fjmc.org.
Email
 
HELP WANTED!

It's not easy being green - the FJMC had a long-standing commitment to the environment and sustainability with the Shomrei Ha'aretz Initiative, and we need more guys to carry on that work for our community. Contact environment@fjmc.org to learn more about how you can help. 
Email
 
Miss an Issue? Want to Look Back?

All of our past editions of HaD'Var are available for your reading pleasure on the FJMC website in the Media Section. 
Review Our Past Editions
 
Regional Connections... Highlighting the Grassroots of Our Organization!

The Northern New Jersey Region has blood drives, trivia nights and comedy, plus a casino night thrown in. Check it out.

Or open up the New England Region's HaNER, to learn about Temple Israel's Brotherhood Shabbat and scholar-in-residence, an evening of Motown and rock-and-roll at Beth El Temple Center and a health fair at Temple Emanuel.

Got other news from your region or club that you want to highlight? Email us at feedback-HaDvar@fjmc.org
 
 
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FJMC International is the parent organization of over 200 Men's Clubs and Brotherhoods, as well as individual members, around the world. FJMC has presented more than 100 webinars since the pandemic began. We work hard to provide value to our members and to the Jewish community in general.  To learn more about the FJMC, and how YOU might become involved, check out the FJMC Website.  Individual membership is not limited to men. 

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