May 17, 2023 They often say, “it takes a village to raise children” and I frequently wonder why the importance of our village is only referenced for our younger community. [...]
Category Archives: Straight from the Heart by Raechel Hammer
April 19, 2023 The concepts of volunteerism and service are guiding principles of our religion and our people. Throughout our lives, we are commanded to pursue justice. In fact, we [...]
March 22, 2023 March is widely known as the month we celebrate social workers. For more than 100 years, our social work profession has worked to support our vulnerable community [...]
February 22, 2023 “For my house shall be a house…for ALL people.” – Isaiah 56:6 Inclusion has been a long-held value of the Jewish community. There are numerous conversations within [...]
January 25, 2023 Our shared Jewish tradition provides each of us with a blueprint to lead a meaningful life—helping us connect with our minds, bodies, and souls while giving us [...]
December 28, 2022 As each year comes to an end, we feel both nostalgic for years past and hopeful for the year ahead. These feelings inevitably lead us to conversations [...]
November 30, 2022 As the winter months arrive and Chanukah approaches, themes of light and hope fill the air. We gather for eight nights and light candles as we remember [...]
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