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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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Writing A New Chapter for FJMC International

Our Name, Our Vision, Our Mission By Rabbi Noam Raucher At this summer’s convention, members of the FJMC community voted overwhelmingly in favor of adopting a bold new identity: FJMC International—an organization now rooted in the values of Friendship, Judaism, Mentorship and Community. This historic shift isn’t just cosmetic—it’s spiritual, strategic and deeply personal. It …

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FJMC New Name/Vision/Mission Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FJMC New Name/Vision/Mission Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: FJMC – Friendship, Judaism, Mentorship, and Community |  www.fjmc.org FJMC Announces New Name and Bold Vision for the Future: FJMC International July 7, 2025 — Chicago, IL — The Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs (FJMC), the largest and oldest organization for engaging men connected to …

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An FJMC Statement of Support for Israel and the IDF

Dear Members of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs, 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, we recognize that silence in the face of injustice is not an option. Our …

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An FJMC Statement in Honor of Juneteenth

Dear Members of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs, 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, we recognize that silence in the face of injustice is not an option. Our …

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A Different Kind of Father’s Day Reflection

by Rabbi Noam Raucher, MA.ed

Father’s Day can stir up a wide range of emotions—pride, gratitude, regret, grief, even longing. It’s more than a celebration; it’s a mirror. That’s why we created “Fatherhood, Rewritten: A Reflective Guide for Men.”  It’s a simple, thoughtfully designed journal filled with powerful questions for men to reflect on: the kind of fathers they want to …

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An FJMC Statement on the Antisemitic Terrorist Attack in Boulder, Colorado

Dear Members of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs, 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, we recognize that silence in the face of injustice is not an option. Our …

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Mountains and Manhood: What Shavuot Teaches Us About Masculinity Today

by Rabbi Noam Raucher, MA.ed

Shavuot, the festival that commemorates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai, may not come with the same fanfare as Passover or the sensory rituals of Sukkot, but it is, in many ways, the beating heart of Jewish spiritual life. It’s a holiday about revelation—not just the thunder and lightning of that moment at …

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