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FJMC International Expands Global Reach with Creation of New Region

New dedicated leadership will target new opportunities worldwide August 13, 2005 — FJMC International, formerly known as The Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to fostering connection, leadership, and support among Jewish men worldwide. Long centered around North America, the organization has officially formed a …

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Vandalism at a Vermont Synagogue

Vandalism at a Vermont Synagogue Earlier this month, I attended a lovely Friday Shabbat outing with Shir Shalom of Woodstock, VT, at a nearby lake. The following night, I attended a Tishah Be ’av service at the Upper Valley Jewish Community synagogue in nearby Hanover, NH, on the campus of Dartmouth College. As the Tishah …

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Being inclusive

FJMC International prides itself on our Inclusion Initiative, and our leadership believes our organization is on the right path to encourage all clubs and individuals to continue their efforts to be welcoming to all. This includes those communities among us that tend to be and feel marginalized because of neuro or physical challenges, because they …

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Stewards of the Earth

FJMC International can lead the way By Jerry Brodsky and Steven Mandel   In 2015, in an amazing and extremely rare show of global unity, all United Nations member states adopted The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The agenda included 17 categories of goals, including: eliminating poverty and hunger; ensuring clean air, water and effective …

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“I Remember You”

The Case for Regular Self-Reflection in a Man’s Life By Rabbi Noam Raucher   He hadn’t really looked at himself in a long time—just enough to shave, adjust a collar or glance in a window as he passed by. But one morning, for reasons he couldn’t explain, he paused in front of the mirror. The …

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Now launching: Starship FJMC International

Men – A new frontier By Bruce Tomar This is the future of FJMC. Its new mission and vision: To provide men with new opportunities and growth. To seek out new relationships and engagements. To boldly go where no men’s organization has gone before! As we boldly go into the future, first allow me to …

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Inclusion: Reimagining Our Personal Responses to Communal Disruption

Inclusion: Reimagining Our Personal Responses to Communal Disruption By Rabbi Benay Lappe It was such a joy to join the FJMC International Convention earlier this month. I have beenreflecting on what an energizing, thoughtful, courageous group of leaders you are. For those of you who couldn’t be there in person, I hope you’ll take a moment to …

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A Statement from FJMC: Speaking Out with Compassion and Courage

Dear Members of FJMC International, Our tradition calls upon us to not only study Torah but to live it—to be a light unto the nations and to pursue justice in all that we do. As members of FJMC International, we recognize that silence in the face of injustice is not an option. Our Jewish values demand …

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Prescribing a new focus for FJMC

New President Bruce Tomar exudes quiet confidence as he takes helm By Norwin Merens   After 35 years, Bruce Tomar has been involved with the FJMC for as long as his professional career. He started early, rose through the club and regional ranks, and stepped up to national leadership more than 15 years ago. But …

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We’re at the United Nations! And so are you.

FJMC International is a registered non-governmental organization By Jerry Brodsky and Steven Mandel FJMC International serves thousands of members across North America and throughout the world, providing connections among Jewish men through our 200 clubs, our innovative programming and our online activity. But that’s not enough. So where else do we turn to expand our …

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