By Leah Garber “My name is Lenore Abargil, and I am a rape victim. I was only 18 years old at the time. Twenty-five years have passed, but since October … Continued
Day 59: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber It’s so personal. All of it is. The 59 days of our national nightmare is my nightmare. The October 7 atrocities happened to me, to my family, … Continued
Of Heroes and Leaders | Shabbat Shalom 18 Kislev 5784
By Doron Krakow Of Heroes and Leaders What to make of a week? What to make of this one? It began with the grudging release of hostages from the clutches … Continued
Day 55: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber When hatred, unbridled cruelty, and brainwashing come together, there are no limits to the destruction and devastation they cause. It’s so bad that even the killers themselves … Continued
Day 54: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber Today marks a historic anniversary that provides an opportunity to take a step back to try to understand the complex geopolitical reality in Israel. Seventy-six years ago, … Continued
Day 53: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber I love books, stories, tales. We all know that every story has a beginning, middle, and end. The plot is gradually interwoven, built from chapter to chapter, … Continued
Day 52: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber The tired hours that won’t let time pass The heavy legs that find no reason to walk The days and nights, like the faces in the pictures … Continued
Day 47: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber It’s been 47 days that my breathing has been shallow, constantly on the verge of crying, and I am wrapped in deep sadness and tremendous worry—paralyzing restlessness. … Continued
Day 46: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber The knock on the door—a knock on the door is usually a joyful sound—beloved guests coming from afar, a surprise visit, a delicious meal delivery, or just … Continued
A Letter to My Fellow JCC Leaders: Don’t Be Irrelevant
By Zack Bodner Dear Colleagues, I write to you as a fellow JCC leader who’s been working in the field for nearly thirty years. Like you, I’ve spent my career … Continued