Words and Action: A Shabbat Message June 5, 2020 We come to the end of a long and turbulent week for our country and local communities. The killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis has revealed, once again, the malignant power of racism.

Our Eternal Jewish Spirit: Shabbat Reflections April 5, 2020 Our Jewish spirit, which shines so brightly during times of joy and celebration, is equally present in moments of difficulty and pain. When faced with hardships, the wisdom of our traditions and the unique fabric of our peoplehood is an enormous source of strength and comfort. This extraordinary spirit has been transformed into action in…Read More »

A Message for Shabbat March 20, 2020 Shabbat brings light into our lives, regardless of the difficulties we may be facing. Indeed, these are frightening and difficult times. Many of our most vulnerable individuals are facing circumstances that threaten their health and well-being. All of us, regardless of circumstance, are struggling to adjust to extraordinary changes in our daily lives. Despite this, we know…Read More »

A Shabbat Update for Our Community March 13, 2020 These are unprecedented times for our Jewish community. The emergence and spread of COVID-19 has introduced a public health crisis that is new to all of us. And while we recognize the need to remain thoughtful and calm, we must also understand that the actions we take now to slow the transmission of this virus…Read More »

Keeping Our Community Safe March 11, 2020 As the situation regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to affect our local and international Jewish community, we’d like to share some information regarding our efforts to keep our Jewish community healthy and safe. The Jewish Federation is committed to the health and well-being of our community and we remain focused on preventing illness at our…Read More »