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Weekly Reflection – April 24, 2020: A Message from Gil Preuss

Sam Cooper
24 April 2020
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In many ways, our worlds have shrunk over the last few weeks. We are sticking close to home, keeping tabs on our circle of loved ones, and paying close attention Read more

Weekly Reflection – April 17, 2020: A Message from Gil Preuss

Sam Cooper
17 April 2020
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Living as we are through a period that will undoubtedly be remembered in the history books, it might feel odd to set aside time to consider our past. But as Read more

Harnessing Our Social Ties for Good

Jewish Federation Greater Washington
03 April 2020
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This Passover will indeed be different than all others. In a few days, we will gather around physical and virtual seder tables to tell the story of the Exodus from Read more

Join the global movement to Do Good—From Home!

Jewish Federation Greater Washington
02 April 2020
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On Sunday, March 29, people around the world joined together for a different type of global Good Deeds Day. From community cleanups to food deliveries, and from phone calls to

Weekly Reflection – March 27, 2020: A Message from Gil Preuss

Sam Cooper
27 March 2020
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If there is anything that this pandemic has laid bare, it is how interdependent we are. Patients need healthcare workers. Restaurants need patrons. Students need teachers. People need friends, and Read more

Creating Community in a Time of Social Distancing

Jewish Federation Greater Washington
20 March 2020
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Historically, particularly in times of crisis, Jews turn to their synagogues and other spiritual gathering places to find solace and a sense of community. This is true for Americans of Read more

Weekly Reflection – March 13, 2020: A Message from Gil Preuss

Sam Cooper
13 March 2020
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In a recent article, Rabbi Reuven Fink of New Rochelle, NY wrote about the effect the coronavirus has had on him and his congregation. He described the many tough disruptions but Read more

Looking Ahead: Building Emotional Connections with Israel

Jewish Federation Greater Washington
06 March 2020
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This is part of a series of messages about the way we are thinking about our work in 2020 and beyond. This past week, Israel held its third parliamentary election Read more

Purim and Zionism: Hearing the Call to Take Personal Responsibility

Jewish Federation Greater Washington
06 March 2020
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A reflection from Avi West, Master Teacher of Federation’s Jewish Leadership & Learning Department As Purim approaches, many of us look forward to the costumes, the carnivals, those triangular pastries

This Purim, Be a Force for Good in the World

Jewish Federation Greater Washington
04 March 2020
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By Avi West, Federation’s Senior Education Officer and Master Teacher As Purim approaches, many of us look forward to the costumes, the carnivals, and “scrolling” through the Book of