Shabbat is a beautiful time to bond with cabin-mates and share in the magic that is Shabbat. We celebrate every Shabbat as a community, a sea of white wherever we go together.
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Inspiring Wonder
The hebrew word for wonder is peh’-leh, derived from the word pala, miracle.
One of Camp Newman’s goals is to teach and inspire a sense of wonder. Every year, campers, staff and faculty are immersed in the magic of 24/7 living Judaism, which creates countless moments of wonder. Wonder, awe, miracles are around us all the time. Our challenge is to pay attention and be mindful of these blessings.
Camp gives kids confidence
For those of us with first-hand experience of the value added from summer camp experiences, a recent study from the Foundation for Jewish Camp only reinforces what we’ve long known: Jewish summer camp not only works, but lays the groundwork for a more vibrant Jewish future.
