Just days after the attack on Temple Israel in suburban Detroit, guests arriving at Congregation Beth Israel for Talking San Diego’s conversation with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro were met with bag checks, wanding, and a visibly increased police and security presence. [Shor M. Masori]
Rabbi Sacks taught that strong societies are built on responsibility. When people dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others, they carry part of the community’s burden. [Betzy Lynch]
Blessings for those who protect the Jewish people Read More »
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St. Patrick’s Day is coming up. It is not a Jewish observance, but there are many Irish Jews in history. Rabbi Isaac Herzog was the first chief rabbi of Ireland from 1921 to 1936. He was Ashkenazi and born in Poland but moved to Ireland. When Abraham Kook, Chief Rabbi of Israel died, Herzog was elected and moved to Jerusalem. [Cailin Acosta]
Irish Jews remembered ahead of St. Patrick’s Day Read More »
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Complied by Cailin Acosta in La Mesa, California Thursday in Michigan there was another attack on a synagogue in the United States. Here in San Diego, synagogues around the county are updating their congregants on the increased security measures and encouraging them not to be afraid to attend Shabbat services this weekend. Below are some
Last night, after a very long and stressful day, I had the honor of leading a Rosh Chodesh session at my synagogue, one of several events happening across our Jewish community last night. There were nearly 50 women there to set intentions for the month ahead, explore themes of renewal and of hope, and to express gratitude for the blessings in their lives. [Heidi Gantwerk]
Clearly, we all must be as well-prepared as Temple Israel was for such an attack, which is why we encourage everyone to call on Congress to increase funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP), which provides essential security grants for synagogues and Jewish institutions. [Halie Soifer]
Recently, with the generous help of the Travancore Royal Family of Travancore, India, and the State of Travancore, a new Jewish Indian Heritage Trail marker was dedicated in a grand ceremony at the Puthenmalika Palace. [Jerry Klinger]
Celebrating the Jewish history of Travancore, India Read More »
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The rest of these portions move with incredible detail. Vayakhel focuses on the generosity of the people. Moses asks for contributions, and the response is overwhelming. People bring gold, silver, copper, yarns, and animal skins. In fact, they bring too much. {Barrett Holman Leak}
Contemporary Torah: The weaving of the heart Read More »
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The Jewish Agency established the Roaring Lion Fund to provide immediate financial assistance to those impacted by missile fire, including individuals who have lost loved ones, been injured, or lost their homes. [Press Release]
Jewish Agency for Israel details its Middle East war tasks Read More »
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SPR SHLP, we believe, refers to someone who is constantly on the move, ferrying kids to their myriad appointments, carrying bulky bargains home from Costco; and shlepping quantities of fast food to substitute for the family dinner the owner of this license plate didn’t have time to prepare. [SDJW staff]
An armed assailant rammed his truck on Thursday into Temple Israel, a large Reform congregation in the Detroit suburb of West Bloomfield. He was subsequently killed in a firefight, according to officials. Here are some comments by recognizable Jewish individuals and organizations. [Donald H. Harrison]
Jewish reactions to attack on Michigan synagogue Read More »
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These Members represent the best of the House Republican majority, and the RJC is committed to ensuring that they are reelected in 2026. In particular, we are proud to endorse four Jewish Republican Members of Congress, who together represent the largest Jewish GOP delegation in the House since the 1980’s. [Press Release]
RJC endorses 16 congressional incumbents, including 4 Jews Read More »
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The five-day Brahms Festival included the German Requiem, the four symphonies and the violin concerto, all under the direction of the San Diego Symphony’s Music Director, Raphael Payare. [Eileen Wingard]
Brahms Festival features Greek violinist Leonidas Kavakos Read More »
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Miller has served on the Council since his appointment by President Trump in 2021 and has played an important role in the Museum’s national outreach and fundraising efforts. [Press Release]
Jeffrey Miller appointed as chair of national Holocaust Museum Read More »
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