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Our Hearts are with the People of Israel and the Civilians in Gaza

As we pray for the safe return of all hostages, we reaffirm our call for a negotiated ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian aid to innocent civilians in Gaza. See our resources and actions you can take.

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Grow a Good Citizen: Highlights Magazine

Each of our free activity books is crafted with content from Highlights Magazine that reflects key Jewish values, like creating communities where every voice matters. Download your copies today.

Observe Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur is observed October 11-12 this year. Find services to attend, family activities, and learn about the history, customs, and rituals of the holiest day on the Jewish calendar.

16 Pumpkin-Centric Jewish Recipes for Fall

Fall is upon us. Time to carve those pumpkins and turn the pulp into delicious pumpkin-flavored foods.

This Week's Torah Portion

Chol HaMo-eid Sukkot
חוֹל הַמֹּעֵד סֻכֹּת
Shabbat During the Intermediate Days of Sukkot

Moses said to the Eternal, "See, You say to me, 'Lead this people forward,' but You have not made known to me whom You will send with me. Further, You have said, 'I have singled you out by name, and you have, indeed, gained My favor.'"- Exodus 33:12

Torah

Holidays Exodus 33:12–34:26

Haftarah

Ezekiel 38:18-39:7 [historic: Ezekiel 38:18-39:16]; The Book of Ecclesiastes is Read

When

October 19, 2024 / 17 Tishri 5785

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B'reishitIn the Beginningבְּרֵאשִׁית

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Resources for Marking the Anniversary of October 7th

September 27, 2024

These materials include readings, interviews, and more that reflect on the year that has passed since the October 7th attacks.

Talk for a Change

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Judging Others, Judging Ourselves

September 25, 2024

One year ago, I wrote a reflection about the label "Judgement Days" for the time between Rosh HaShanah and the end of Yom Kippur. Since then, we only need to say a date out loud to realize how dramatically our world has changed: October 7th.

High Holidays

Creating High Holiday Memories for Children

September 3, 2024

Finding ways to make the High Holidays meaningful for your child is an important way to nurture their Jewish identity. There are many ways to celebrate at home, like reading books, making crafts, or discussing what the holiday means to you and them.