“These are the records of the Tabernacle, which were drawn up at Moses’ bidding…” (Exodus 38:21) Parashat P’kudei closes the book of Exodus with an important demonstration of transparency and … Continued
JCC Execs from Cities in Russia and Ukraine Visit JCC Association
A delegation of JCC directors from four Russian and Ukrainian cities is visiting our office today to learn more about the work of JCC Association and the Mandel Center for Excellence … Continued
Parashat Vayakhel (Exodus 35:1-38:20)
“And let all among you who are skilled come and make all that the Lord has commanded.” (Exodus 35:10) Parashat Vayakhel opens with Moses assembling the entire Israelite people-men, women, … Continued
Director of An Ethical Start Presents Keynote in Texas
Lisa Litman, director of An Ethical Start®, JCC Association’s early childhood values-development program, was the keynote speaker at the February 20 teacher training conference presented by the Austin Area of … Continued
Parashat Vayakhel (Exodus 35:1-38:20)
“And let all among you who are skilled come and make all that the Lord has commanded.” (Exodus 35:10) Parashat Vayakhel opens with Moses assembling the entire Israelite people-men, women, … Continued
The Saga Ends: Brett, You Were Great
JCC Maccabi ArtsFest alum Brett Loewenstern came to the end of his American Idol journey when he was cut from the final 24 singers–12 men, 12 women–who will compete for votes to become … Continued
Parashat Ki Tisa (Exodus 30:11-34:35)
“When the people saw that Moses was so long in coming down from the mountain, the people gathered against Aaron and said him, ‘Come, make us a god who shall … Continued
Political Scandal: Sign of Collapse or Strength?
Lately, the leaders of the State of Israel seem to be tested again and again. Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is accused of corruption; Israel’s former president, Moshe Katsav, was found … Continued
JWB Jewish Chaplains Council Leads Effort to Establish Arlington Jewish Chaplains Memorial
JWB Jewish Chaplains Council, a division of JCC Association, in partnership with the Jewish War Veterans and New York-based members of the American Legion, and with the support of a … Continued
It’s Hollywood Week, and Brett Advances!
JCC Maccabi ArtsFest® alum Brett Loewenstern sang a soulful version of “Let It Be” in his audition during Hollywood Week on American Idol, and it kept him in the competition. The … Continued