As we welcome the month of Iyar, we enter what Jewish tradition calls the month of healing, reminding us that healing happens not just within ourselves, but through the care [...]
Author Archives: Rachael Ovitz
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As Passover approaches, the theme of freedom fills our homes and hearts. It’s woven through our prayers, our rituals, and our conversations around the Seder table. But freedom means different [...]
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Volunteering with Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is a meaningful way to give back while strengthening the fabric of our local community. Each day, our dedicated volunteers help support [...]
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Life’s most profound challenges—loss, grief, and major transitions—can feel isolating. Support groups offer a powerful reminder that no one has to navigate these experiences alone. By bringing people together in [...]
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Mar
As the month of Nisan arrives, it brings with it the first whispers of spring and the promise of renewal. We’re preparing for Passover, reflecting on our people’s journey from [...]
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Mar
As Passover approaches, the theme of freedom fills our homes and hearts. It’s woven through our prayers, our rituals, and our conversations around the Seder table. But freedom means different [...]
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Mar
Mar
As Passover approaches, many of us prepare our homes and our tables, gathering with family and friends to retell the story of liberation. At the start of the Seder, we [...]
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Mar
Passover is a time of tradition, connection, and gathering around the Seder table with friends and family. Yet for those who have lost a loved one, the holiday can feel [...]
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At every stage of life, people face struggles–unexpected crises, challenging transitions, moments that test our strength. And no one should face those moments alone. For more than eight decades, Jewish [...]
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Feb
Feb
Dear Friends, The month of Adar brings with it one of Judaism’s most joyful teachings: “When Adar enters, we increase in joy.” This simple phrase from the Talmud captures the special spirit of [...]