“Only by lot shall the land be divided, according to the names of their fathers shall they receive it as a possession.” (Numbers 26:55) There is a scene in the … Continued
Parashat Chukat-Balak (Numbers 19:1-25:9)
“As Balaam looked up and saw Israel encamped tribe by tribe, the spirit of God came upon him.” (Numbers 24:2) We read two parashot (portions) this week because of how … Continued
Celebrating Pride in a Pandemic: A Round-Up From the JCC Movement
by Jane E. Herman Recently, in preparing to write this blog post, I asked JCC marketers to “please let me know how COVID-19 has affected your Pride Month events and … Continued
Parashat Korach (Numbers 16:1-18:32)
“And your uplifted donation shall be regarded by you as the grain from the threshing floor and the fullness of the wine press.” (Numbers 18:27) Imagine: a wealthy member of … Continued
We’re a Jewish Military Family and I Would Not Change That for the World
by Naama Krauz As an active duty Navy family, we’ve had the distinct privilege of having spent almost the entirety of our time together living overseas. Living in such unique … Continued
JCamps Shabbat Shalom/Shavua Tov
JCamps Shabbat Shalom/Shavua Tov A weekly series with Rick Recht, guest artists, and JCC leadership JCamps Shabbat Shalom/Shavua Tov is a six-week, 12-segment video series designed to help … Continued
Parashat Sh’lach L’cha (Numbers 13:1-15:41)
“If Adonai desires us, He will bring us to this land and give it to us, a land that flows with milk and honey.” (Numbers 14:8) Sh’lach L’cha tells the … Continued
We Must Be the Light in the Darkness
by Natalia Fisher Walking through the doors for the first time in two months, I was shocked at how I felt. I did not expect to feel this way. Without … Continued
Parashat B’ha-alot’cha (Numbers 8:1-12:16)
“And let Aaron designate the Levites before the Lord as an elevation offering from the Israelites, that they may perform the service of the Lord.” (Numbers 8:11) There is a … Continued
Parashat Naso (Numbers 4:21-7:89)
“May the Lord’s face shine upon you and be gracious to you.” (Num. 6:25) “No justice, no peace!” is being chanted across the land this week, providing an unsettling soundtrack … Continued