Temple Sinai is a historic Reform congregation in Lake Charles, Louisiana
From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement
Jewish Pride + Jewish Community = Strong Jewish Future
Jewish Pride + Jewish Community = Strong Jewish Future jemerman
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In North America, our community has been dealing with rising levels of antisemitism and fears about being attacked for the crime of being Jewish. It was against this backdrop that I arrived in the safe haven that is URJ's Crane Lake Camp.
Why is Jewish Summer Camp Important?
Why is Jewish Summer Camp Important? jemerman
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Jewish summer camps provide children the opportunity to immerse themselves in Jewish culture, engage in ritual and education, challenge themselves physically and spiritually, and prepare to be leaders in and out of the Jewish community.
Hope and Pride in Be’er Sheva
Hope and Pride in Be’er Sheva jemerman
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During Pride Month, I participated in a leaders' trip to Israel through A Wider Bridge, an organization dedicated to connecting LGBTQ+ people in North America and Israel. Around Israel, pride events this year focused on calls to free the hostages, support the hundreds of thousands of displaced people, and reach a meaningful ceasefire.
From Teacher to Student: A B'Nai Mitzvah Comedy
From Teacher to Student: A B'Nai Mitzvah Comedy jemerman
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"Between the Temples," a new film directed by Nathan Silver, is a coming-of-age tale that shows people in any stage of life can rediscover innocence and wonder.