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Nominations 2017-18

The Nominating Committee has nominated for the 2017-2019 leadership: President – Stan Greenspan (Lake Ontario) First Vice President – Tom Sudow (Kentucky/Indiana/Ohio) Vice-Presidents – Aaron Altman (New York Metro), Bill Becker (Seaboard), Alan Budman (MIddle Atlantic), Allan Kahan (Seaboard), Jeff Schulman (Northern New Jersey), Bruce Tomar (Middle Atlantic) Treasurer – Steve Dix (Anshei Darom) Secretary – David Singer (New England) Honorary President – Allan Gottesman (Florida) In …

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Cuba Mezuzot Campaign Results & Photos

This year, 2017, the international Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs (FJMC) brought the annual “World Wide Wrap” to Cuba because we recognized that here we could serve a population of Jewish people yearning to bind themselves to their Jewish identity. For further details and photos follow this link.

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New White Paper on Patrilineality by Rabbi Charles Simon

Follow this link for a white paper, “The Elephant in the Room: Conservative Judaism and the Patrilineal Question” by Rabbi Charles Simon.

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New Label for Yom HaShoah Yellow Candles(TM) – Watch the Video

Rising (2016) by Elyssa Wortzman A descriptive video explaining Rising is now available by clicking here. As a result of growing international interest in commemorating Yom HaShoah, FJMC with the aid of noted artist Elyssa Wortzman developed, Rising. The Yellow Candles™ label, employing Hebrew, Spanish, French and English reflects FJMC’s cooperation with World Jewry. Partners in this endeavor at the …

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Biodegradable Products – FJMC Special Purchase Agreement

Sustainably sourced compostable dinnerware is an appropriate option for FJMC Club Functions. FJMC has a special purchase agreement with World Centric.   World Centric is committed to 100% certified compostable products made from renewable, plant-based materials. From cups, plates, bowls and cutlery to trays, to-go containers, napkins and garbage bags, their 200+ product line meets your …

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Men and Sports – New Hearing Men’s Voices Program

Hearing Men’s Voices (“HMV”) is one of FJMC’s most popular programs.  HMV engages men in Jewish life by building male relationships and extending Jewish community.  HMV facilitates intimacy among men through dialogue.  Men meet in groups to discuss common issues. The quality of dialogue can be rich and enjoyable. Sports have been a special draw …

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Royalty, Religion, Sex and Mystery, new book by Rabbi Charles Simon

Rabbi David Wolpe states in his forward – “Royalty, Religion, Sex and Mystery is a book of modern interpretation and midrash. It takes the stories of the Bible, explains them and then helps them come to life. What did the Levite feel as a survivor when the ark fell and Uzzah was killed? What is the story …

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FJMC Raps at Camp Ramah – Wisconsin

Early in July,  campers from Camp Ramah – Wisconsin were singing along with Norm Kurtz, Orin Rotman and Evan Rumack of Congregation Beth Judea Men’s Club in Long Grove, Illinois.  Norm, Orin, and Evan led educational sessions with Solelim and Shoafim about the laws and customs associated with wearing tefillin and answered a variety of …

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Friends of FJMC Campaign Launched

The FJMC has launched a Friends of FJMC Campaign. Those willing to pledge a minimum of $18.00 a month will help ensure that the organization’s programs and influence is sustained in the months and years ahead. To learn more about this exciting initiative and how YOU can become a part, click here.

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2017 FJMC Convention – Washington DC

The site of the 2017 FJMC International Convention is the Marriott Crystal Gateway Hotel in Crystal City, VA.  There will be programs starting on Monday evening, July 17th. Washington is a great place to plan a family vacation, with the Holocaust Museum, the Israeli Embassy (a FJMC Reception will be held on Tuesday night at …

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