As we continue to rebuild and show our resilience, we have seen so many people and organizations step forward to assist us in our own healing and repair. Amongst the … Continued
Parashat Vayeishev (Genesis 37:1-40:23)
“Jacob rent his clothes, put sackcloth on his loins, and observed mourning for his son many days” (Genesis 37:34). Xenophobia is much in the news these days. Parashat Vayeshev, which … Continued
Together – Marching with World Jewry
Together – Marching with World Jewry Today the Jewish world marks Hanukkah’s first day, a holiday celebrating Jewish rebellion and resilience, determination and triumph of spirit. The story of the … Continued
Lending a Hand in Recovery
JCC Association’s Ellen Gettinger, professional development coordinator, offers a firsthand account of what it’s like to be on the ground in Pittsburgh with JResponse, as JCC staff help another J—and Jewish … Continued
Parashat Vayishlach (Genesis 32:4-36:43)
“He set up an altar there, and called it El-Elohei-Yisrael.” (Genesis 33:20) Parashat Vayishlach describes Jacob’s journey home after twenty years. It unfolds in three dramatic episodes: his preparations for … Continued
Parashat Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3)
“So Jacob lifted his feet and went toward the land of the easterners.” (Genesis 29:1) Parashat Vayetzei describes Jacob’s flight from Canaan to his uncle Lavan in Haran. Following his … Continued
Parashat Toldot (Genesis 25:19-28:8)
“Isaac’s servants dug in the valley and found there a well of fresh water.” (Genesis 26:19) Parashat Toldot reads like a soap-opera: parents play favorites with their children, spouses conspire, … Continued
Parashat Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1-25:18)
“Sarah’s lifetime—the span of Sarah’s life—came to one hundred and twenty-seven years.” (Genesis 23:1) Parashat Chayei Sarah describes a family in distress: Sarah dies in the second verse and Abraham … Continued
Stronger Than Hate
I consider the Jewish community of Pittsburgh home. For three amazing years my family and I lived there. I was fortunate to serve as the community shlicha—emissary, at the local … Continued
JCC Association of North America Outraged by Tragic Mass Shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 27, 2018 CONTACT Ari Geller, West End Strategy Team [email protected]; (212) 689-4985 Following the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, JCC Association … Continued