by Dr. James Hyman As we reflect on the High Holiday season we all saw a significant number of people “came out of the woodwork” for their once or twice a year participation in a synagogue service. These are people who pay dues, though one could accurately say that they have te … [Read more...] about We Need a New Way to Count
Archives for September 2010
New Survey Sheds Light on Attitudes toward Diaspora Jewry
A newly released survey, commissioned to gauge Israelis’ perceptions of the Diaspora, was released this week by the Ministry of Public Diplomacy and Diaspora Affairs. The survey was conducted as part of the ministry’s efforts to encourage the connection between Israelis and Dia … [Read more...] about New Survey Sheds Light on Attitudes toward Diaspora Jewry
The Many Faces of Leadership
by Justin Korda In a recent article on this site entitled “Visionary Leadership: Missing in Action,” Dan Brown asks: Where are the visionary leaders who will guide our community through the next decade, and even further into the future? Where is the next David Ben-Gurion, A.J. … [Read more...] about The Many Faces of Leadership
Birthright Israel Registration Demand Continues to Increase
Demand among young Jewish adults in the Diaspora to participate in Taglit-Birthright Israel's trips to Israel rose by 12%, according to the latest registration figures from North American applicants. During its latest registration period in September, Taglit-Birthright Israel … [Read more...] about Birthright Israel Registration Demand Continues to Increase
The End…Only…Not? A Video
Tune in for the final parsha in the Torah ... in which some things are resolved, and some things are opened anew. Parshat Vezot Habracha from G-dcast.com More Torah cartoons at www.g-dcast.com … [Read more...] about The End…Only…Not? A Video
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