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Not Just Another Trip to Israel

By Jeff Dannick “How was your trip?” Such a simple question, but as I have discovered since returning from Israel, almost impossible for me to answer. This was my bar…

Parashat Tazria (Leviticus 12:1-13:59)

…The midrash (rabbinic interpretations) teaches that tzara-at (a catch-all term for skin diseases) is a punishment for slander and malicious gossip (Leviticus Rabbah, 16:1). Rabbi Yisrael Salanter (1810-1883; founder of…

Update from JCC Israel Center

…in and out of Israel.” It was a nice show of support from someone who can catch the media’s attention. And an even nicer message: That he, too, is part…

Day 66: Iron Swords War

…I am looking down at you with a big smile. I will probably sit next to grandfather, and we will catch up, sharing our experiences and what has changed between…

Celebrating Pride, the JCC Movement Way

…the book offers an honest, powerful glimpse into ultra-conservative Orthodox Jewish life—and a moving journey of self-discovery and self-love. JCC London in Ontario, Canada, Mittleman JCC in Portland, Oregon, and…