Please read "What's Happening at the 2027 Convention!" for news of what's to come at convention.

Learn more and sign up for the convenient installement plan!

We can’t wait to see you there!

In Brotherhood and Friendship,
Jay Steinmetz
2027 Convention Chair

Rob Blitzer
Convention Co-Chair

As FJMC International works to spread our wings worldwide, we're now introducing a new international Yizkor Book, while promoting the opportunity to watch High Holy Day services from around the globe via streaming services.  

You can reserve a place in the Yizkor Book for your loved ones’ names, for only $18 (U.S.) per name, simply by going directly to the form to submit names HERE.

If you forgot to list your club in 2026, please fill out a support ticket and we will be able to help you. Start planning NOW for 2027!

Questions World Wide Wrap? Reach out to the FJMC WWW Committee at www@fjmc.org

FJMC International brings you Shalom Brothers! with Rabbi Noam Raucher, Executive Director!

Parashat Devarim:
Delivered on Friday, July 24, 2026
Av 11 5786

Check back on the website, on Friday afternoon, for this week's parashat Eikev.

We regret to inform you of the passing of Jerry Benis, Past President of the Tifereth Israel MC in Columbus, Ohio from 1985-1987. He was a very special friend to many who are actively involved in the FJMC.

Jerry Benis passed away on July 21, 2026. Please read his obituary and learn about Jerry's incredible legacy

We extend our sincerest condolences to the entire Benis Family. We pray that they be comforted among the mourners of Zion, and Jerusalem.

May the legacy of Jerry Benis be a source of blessing and comfort to all who knew and loved him. May his memory be for a blessing.

Contributions in Jerry's memory may be made to Congregation Tifereth Israel.

Contributions may also be made to the FJMC International.

B’Shalom,
Bruce Tomar
International President, 2025 - 2027

Please contact us with ideas and suggestions at: feedback-HaDvar@fjmc.org

Back issues of Ha D'var can be found here.

This is not simply a publication. It is a platform for leadership - and a call to action.

Questions on Combating Antisemitism Initiatives and Catalyst, please contact Irv Varkonyi, Chair, ivarkonyi@fjmc.org and Aaron Altman, Editor-In-Chief, aaltman@fjmc.org

Back issues of L'chaim can be found here.

Back issues of Pride & Prejudice can be found here.

Questions, letters to the editor and submissions are emailed to Jerry Brodsky at jbrodsky@fjmc.org