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Marking 100 Days Since 10/7 PARSHAT VA'EIRA January 12-13, 2024 / 3 Shevat 5784   HAFTARAH Ezekiel 28:25 – 29:21  FEATURED Justice? Rabbi Moshe Hauer Today, almost 100 days since the heinous attacks of October 7th, the International Court of Justice in the Hague heard arguments from the government of South Africa making the case that Israel is committing genocide against the people of Gaza. Just when we thought we had heard or seen it all, olam hafuch ra'iti, we now see the world completely upside down. Read More Shabbat Shel Ahavah Orthodox Union Recent events in Israel and in the United States have generated sadness, uncertainty, and fear. But they have also produced a powerful drive to embrace our Jewish identity, now more than ever.   That drive has moved the Jewish Federations of North America to make the Shabbos of January 19 and 20 the Shabbat Shel Ahavah, a Shabbos of Love, inspiring people to come together with family, community, and supportive neighbors to (re)engage with Jewish tradition through the sacred joy of Shabbos. We are inspired to join this effort and celebrate this Shabbos with so many of our brothers and sisters, recognizing this opportunity to elevate our Shabbos for this week and for the future.   Watch uplifting perspectives on how you can enhance Shabbos by former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman, journalist Kassy Dillon and TikTok executive Michal Oshman. Watch Now Over 100 Jewish Leaders Lobby on The Hill for 2024 Priorities Advocacy In the OU Advocacy National Leadership Mission that took place this week, over 100 Jewish leaders traveled to Washington to lobby for causes important to their communities. The group included lay leaders, rabbis, and congregational and educational leaders. Read More  AROUND THE OU Christian Broadcasting Network Kosher Service Aims to Protect Students as Antisemitism Surges: "We Can't Run Away From Darkness" The Christian Broadcasting Network interviewed OU EVP Rabbi Moshe Hauer about antisemitism on campus and our faith that light will eventually shine through the darkness. Watch on CBN Orthodox Union Hillary Clinton Sends Letter of Support for Israel and Jews Worldwide In an environment with so much anti-Israel rhetoric it was refreshing to see this letter that OU Kosher CEO Rabbi Menachem Genack received from former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Read More Israel Free Spirit Volunteer With Israel Free Spirit! Israel Free Spirit, the OU's Birthright Israel trip organizer, is launching its volunteer programs in Israel, in partnership with the Birthright Israel Onward Volunteer Initiative. The program will run for two weeks, from March 11-24, and is open to Jewish adults ages 18-40. Participants will either be working in a logistics center, sorting and packaging items for families of evacuees and soldiers, or in agriculture assisting farmers. Apply Now! OU Torah New Nach Yomi Calendar for 2024-2026 Nach Yomi starts again on February 1! Get ready with OU Torah's downloadable Nach Yomi calendar checklist, the new "Periodic Table of Tanach" and many more engaging resources! Find Out More OU-JLIC Wrapped in Tradition: The Tefillin Project's Gift of Connection and Celebration Explore The Tefillin Project's global impact, gifting tefillin and bar mitzvah celebrations. Supported by JLIC Yavneh, it's a tale of meaningful connections and gratitude. Read More NCSY NCSY Israel and Ida Crown Jewish Academy Come Together for a Special Learning Event In response to the war in Israel, Ida Crown Jewish Academy, a large high school in Chicago under the leadership of Rabbi Leonard Matanky, sent a special student mission to Israel. Read More Women's Initiative Women's Initiative Rosh Chodesh Lunch 'n Learn with Mrs. Ariella Nadel Listen to the Women's Initiative's Rosh Chodesh Lunch 'n Learn with Mrs. Ariella Nadel and learn about the deep-rooted inspiration of Shevat. Watch Now GenAleph Turning Pain into Progress: How Facing Your Trauma Can Make You a Better Parent This week's episode, with guest Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, provides powerful insights into how parents can overcome the effects of trauma and PTSD in their own parenting by understanding post-traumatic parenting styles, addressing their trauma responses, educating themselves on child development, and creating secure bonds with their children. Watch on YouTube Jewish Action A Shield for Soldiers "What is especially moving is that some of the requests we have been getting are from men with tattoos up their arms, men who don't wear a kippah or put on tefillin—but they want tzitzit." Read the story of how Haddie Davidov collected and donated special tzitzit for soldiers in the IDF. 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