Fwd: News From Agudas Yisroel 20 Sivan 5783/June 9, 2023

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From: The Agudah <news@agudah.org>
Date: Fri, Jun 9, 2023, 3:11 PM
Subject: News From Agudas Yisroel 20 Sivan 5783/June 9, 2023
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Good Shabbos

June 9, 2023 - 20 Sivan 5783 Universal School Choice Coming to Ohio The Ohio Senate has introduced a Universal School Choice program! This program would make every family in Ohio eligible for funding to send their children to the school of their choice. Click here to watch a video of Rabbi Yitz Frank, executive director of Agudath Israel of Ohio, explain the specifics of the bill and what the path going forward looks like. Pirchei Shabbos of Achdus Unites Boys Across the Midwest in an Unforgettable Weekend of Achdus and Growth  Click here or on the image above to watch the highlights. This past Shabbos, Parshas Naso, Pirchei Agudas Yisroel held a 'Shabbos of Achdus' at Camp Matziv Midwest in Cassopolis, Michigan, bringing together boys from eight different cities across the United States for a remarkable weekend of hasmadah, ruach, and achdus. The cities included; Cincinnati, Columbus, Denver, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, South Bend, and St. Louis. The more than 200 participants experienced a beautiful Shabbos that they will long remember.  The purpose of this unique Shabbos was to cater to boys from communities across the Midwest, ensuring they have an immersive and impactful experience, which will have a ripple effect on their families and communities. Each participant was paired with a dedicated madrich, a 9th or 10th-grade talmid from Mesivta Bais Shraga in Monsey, led by Rabbi Eli Gonter. Together, they embarked on a journey to complete the entire Seder Moed over the course of Shabbos, forging lasting friendships and fostering mutual growth.  Click here or see below to continue reading. Click here to download this weeks Pirchei newsletter. Click here to download this weeks Bnos newsletter. The real story of New York's Yeshivas In an exhaustively researched piece with multiple interviews of yeshiva graduates, parents, teachers, education scholars and elected officials, including 16 who contacted or were interviewed by the New York Times, Melissa Braunstein tells the story others concealed. Click here to read the article in the Washington Examiner. Attention California Residents! We need your help to reach out to elected officials in Sacramento and let them know that nothing is more important than the safety of our children and community. With the frightening rise of antisemitism, including shooting attacks outside of local shuls, protecting our community is more critical than ever. Please click here to submit a letter asking our elected officials to help keep our institutions safe and provide security funding in this year's state budget. Click here to watch a hesped of Rav Gershon Edelstein zt'l given by Rabbi Asher Weiss. This hesped was given at the conclusion of his weekly shiur for Agudah's virtual yarchei kallah. To watch the complete shiur and for more information about Agudah's virtual yarchei kallah click here. Agudah's New England Office Public Safety Listening Session Join Agudah's New England office for a public safety listening session with the Brighten Jewish Community When: Monday, June 12 at 6:00 PM EST With: Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden and Allston- Brighton City Councilor Liz Breadon. RSVP: Click here Zahav Lakewood Inaugural Event When: Tuesday, June 13 at 6:30 PM EST Where: Estreia, 978 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701 RSVP: agudah.org/zahavevents/, 732-540-1898 Guest Speaker: Rabbi Paysach Krohn  YahalomNJ Fathers' Night Out When: Sunday June 18 at 8:30 PM EST Where: Tomahawk Steakhouse, 700 Cedarbridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701 RSVP: YahalomNJ@Agudah.org; 732-806-9019 ext. 304 Guest Speaker: Rabbi Sholom Kamenetsky, Rosh Yeshiva, Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia  Pirchei Shabbos of Achdus Unites Boys Across the Midwest in an Unforgettable Weekend of Achdus and Growth; continued... The program commenced on Thursday evening with a warm welcome from Rabbi Yehuda Kohn, the new National Director of Pirchei Agudas Yisroel. His opening remarks set the stage for an extraordinary weekend filled with meaningful connections and personal development.  Throughout the weekend, the boys were immersed in a diverse range of activities. Engaging shiurim, geshmake learning sessions, exciting performances, contests, and thrilling outdoor adventures were all part of the packed schedule. Rabbi Yitzi Ackerman traveled in from Eretz Yisroel to lead the tefillos, zemiros, and ruach, creating an uplifting atmosphere of ruchniyus and inspiration.  One of the highlights was the Super Hasmadah seder held on Shabbos afternoon. During this session, the boys demonstrated remarkable dedication, engaging in an uninterrupted learning experience lasting almost two hours. Additionally, a unique Question and Answer session with Rabbi Heshy Forster, Menahel of The Veitzner Cheder in Chicago, served as a valuable opportunity for the boys to seek guidance on challenging scenarios that boys encounter in their daily lives.  Rabbi Labish Becker, executive director of Agudas Yisroel and senior advisor for the event delivered empowering divrei chizuk throughout Shabbos, expressed his admiration for the impact of the weekend. "This magnificent weekend left such a impression on everyone who attended," said Rabbi Becker. "Everyone left on such a spiritual high, each one feeling that this Shabbos served as an inspiration to recognize that they have the potential to accomplish great things in their lives."  "It was truly an amazing Shabbos. This was a unique and special opportunity for boys from the various communities to make lasting friendships with boys from around the country," said Rabbi Yehuda Kohn. "Watching the boys learn together and grow together was a truly remarkable experience. I look forward to Pirchei Agudas Yisroel hosting many more events like this one."   View as Webpage

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