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Paraha Pinchas: The power of ruach
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (1123+ words) By Michael R. Mantell, Ph. D. , in El Cajon, California This week's parsha opens where last week's left off. In the midst of a devastating plague brought on by public immorality, Pinchas acted decisively to stop a blatant desecration of Hashem's name....
Marking the 10th anniversary of the passing of Elie Wiesel
3+ hour, 1+ min ago (587+ words) By Stanley Tiger in San Diego When Eli Wiesel passed away on Thursday, July 2nd'of 2016, I asked myself the question, "How does one mourn the passing of a prophet?" Around that time, the U. S. was involved in releasing billions of dollars…...
State budget includes annual $80m for security of vulnerable nonprofit institutions
14+ hour, 3+ min ago (273+ words) Established through legislation authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino), Chair of the California Assembly Budget Committee and the California Legislative Jewish Caucus, the NSGP plays a critical role in protecting vulnerable communities by providing essential security assistance to nonprofit organizations…...
Jewish communal executives from 50+ countries compare notes in Amsterdam
18+ hour, 53+ min ago (402+ words) AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (Press Release) " Executive directors and senior professional leaders from more than 50 countries gathered in Amsterdam this week for the World Jewish Congress 11th National Community Directors" Forum (NCDF), a two-day meeting dedicated to strengthening cooperation among affiliated communities and…...
Richard Cravatts, Brandeis Center board member and SDJW contributor
18+ hour, 53+ min ago (170+ words) For decades, Richard educated, wrote, and spoke with remarkable conviction and integrity. His advocacy helped shape the modern fight against antisemitism and inspired countless others to stand up for truth in the face of hostility. [Press Release] (Press Release) " The…...
Kabbalah and the Holocaust
20+ hour, 12+ min ago (681+ words) Healing a Broken Cosmos is among Rabbi Samuel's most ambitious theological works. Instead of asking only the usual, most often heard question, "Where was God during the Holocaust?" he investigates how Jewish mystical thought attempts to understand the existence of…...
How rabbis write their High Holy Days sermons
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (730+ words) By Joshua Kail, "America's Rebbitzman,' in Los Angeles It may seem like the High Holy Days are a lifetime away, but for your Rabbi, the prep for sermon writing starts now! But how does a Rabbi go about writing these…...
Today's Jewish birthday: Mike Burstyn
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (143+ words) Michael Burstein (July 1, 1945) is an Israeli-American actor known onstage as Mike Burstyn. He was born in New York City to the late Yiddish-language actors, Pesach Burstein and Lillian Lux. His first cousin was Borsch Belt comedian, Jay Lester. [Wikipedia] He…...
Allies of Jewish community to receive appreciation awards
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (190+ words) By Cailin Acosta in La Mesa, California Antisemitism Task Force San Diego and Stand With Us announce "An Evening of Appreciation" at 6: 30 p. m. , Sunday, August 16, in La Jolla. This evening will honor Nicole Murray-Ramirez and Pastors John and Julie Sorrentino for…...
Mainly Mozart showcases pianist Anton Nel. He excelled! " San Diego Jewish World
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (605+ words) By Eileen Wingard in La Jolla, California The Mainly Mozart Festival forged ahead with two delightful concerts at the Conrad, June 23 and 25, prior to their final program at the Epstein Family Amphitheater on June 27. On Tuesday, June 23, pianist Anton Nel…...