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Fwd: Families of Hostages Share Urgent Message at OU HQ; Commemorating the Anniversary of Oct. 7; Understanding the Jewish Vote


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PARSHAT NITZAVIM-VAYEILECH
September 27-28, 2024 / 25 Elul 5784

 

SPECIAL DAYS
Ashkenazim begin Selichot motzaei Shabbat, September 28.
Rosh Hashana begins Wednesday night, October 2, and is celebrated through Friday, October 4.

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Hareini Mekabeil Alai – I Accept Upon Myself
Hareini Mekabeil Alai – I Accept Upon Myself
Rabbi Moshe Hauer

How should a Jew prepare for Rosh Hashana and the Yomim Noraim? The Alter of Kelm, one of the great Mussar masters, had a simple and surprising approach: focus on v'ahavta l'reiacha kamocha, work on loving others more.

 

He returned to this theme year after year, undertaking personally and along with his students to recall at every time of prayer the mitzvah to love others. In this, he was faithful to the custom instituted by the great Kabbalist, Rav Yitzchak Luria, and followed by many hasidim and others, to declare before every prayer: "Hareini m'kabeil alai mitzvat as'eh shel v'ahavta l'reiacha kamocha. I accept upon myself the mitzvah to love my fellow man as myself."

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Families of Hamas Hostages Bring Their Urgent Message to OU HQ
Families of Hamas Hostages Bring Their Urgent Message to OU HQ
Orthodox Union

This week, we had the honor to host and to draw inspiration from family members of some of the hostages. The families came to the United States, and to the United Nations in particular, to advocate for the release of their loved ones and to ensure that the urgency of securing their release does not waver.

 

Yamit and Oded Ashkenazi, sister and brother-in-law of Doron Steinbrecher, talked about their unlikely survival in a safe room in kibbutz Kfar Azza on October 7th, and about their sister Doron. Leat Corinne Unger, cousin of hostage Omer Shemtov, shared Omer's story. Omer was kidnapped from the Nova festival.

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Building Bridges: Community, Connection, and Resilience
Building Bridges: Community, Connection, and Resilience
Orthodox Union

In this episode of the Oh, You? podcast, our EVP and COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph speaks with Nechama Kamelhar, director of family engagement at NY & NJ NCSY. They explore the impact of fostering community connections and overcoming life's challenges. By weaving together personal stories of growth and perseverance, Nechama illustrates how these elements combined can drive impactful change. With warmth and wisdom, Nechama's insights will leave you inspired and empowered. Don't miss this compelling conversation!

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Promise Us Tomorrow
Promise Us Tomorrow
OU Israel

Today's teens are Israel's hope for the future. They are the next generation of soldiers, parents and citizens, and they need your help to overcome the war, loss, and trauma. For 25 years, OU Israel's lifesaving work through our teen centers has propelled 50,000 at-risk Israeli teens to a positive future. Today, our strong mentors, vibrant community, and guidance are more important than ever. With your partnership, we can give teens the critical care and guidance they need to build their lives and our homeland. Israeli teens: the future is in their hands. Their future is in yours.

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How (and When) Should We Commemorate the October 7th Massacre?
Orthodox Union
How (and When) Should We Commemorate the October 7th Massacre?

Our EVP and COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph shared his thoughts with Michael Feldstein in the Jewish Link on how we, as a Jewish community, can mark the anniversary of October 7.

Read in the Jewish Link
Daven for the Hostages this Rosh Hashana
Synagogue Initiatives
Daven for the Hostages this Rosh Hashana

The OU has prepared a set of printer-ready cards of the hostages that shuls and communities can use during the Yomim Noraim tefillot when davening for their safe return.

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Here's What HR Professionals Want You To Know
Orthodox Union
Here's What HR Professionals Want You To Know

Today is Human Resources Professionals Day. Our Chief Human Resources Officer Josh Gottesman provides us with the dos and don'ts for acknowledging the multi-faceted work that HR staff juggle every day.

Read at HR.com
Torah Modiin Pre-Rosh Hashana Shiurim
OU Israel
Torah Modiin Pre-Rosh Hashana Shiurim

OU Israel's Torah Modiin, in partnership with Kehilat Shaarei Yona Menachem, featured world-renowned speakers and educators, including Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb, Rabbi Anthony Manning, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb and Rabbi Judah Mischel.

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Understanding the Jewish Vote – A New Book From Teach Coalition
Teach Coalition
Understanding the Jewish Vote – A New Book From Teach Coalition

The Jewish community has long played a pivotal role in American politics – engaging as voters, as donors, as campaign managers, and more. With yet another critical election upon us, and the Jewish community once again poised to play an important role, Teach Coalition recently commissioned a study on the history of Jewish-American voting patterns in a new book called Understanding the Jewish Vote.

Get Your Copy Here
NCSY Israel Kicks Off Their Tenth Year
NCSY Israel
NCSY Israel Kicks Off Their Tenth Year

On September 19, NCSY Israel held their annual Kickoff Event at Hebrew University's Givat Ram Campus in Jerusalem with 125 teens attending, marking the start of the tenth year of NCSY Israel.

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A Night of Insight with Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash
OU-JLIC
A Night of Insight with Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash

Rabbanit Goldman Barash electrified JLIC Bar-Ilan with her candid talk on women in halacha. Learn about evolving roles, leadership, and the future of women in Judaism. Read now for a fresh perspective on tradition and progress!

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Sukkot at Six Flags – October 21
Tri-State NCSY
Sukkot at Six Flags – October 21

Experience the ultimate Sukkot celebration at Six Flags in New Jersey! Enjoy a day of exhilarating rides and festive fun, complemented by delicious kosher food and beautifully crafted sukkahs. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the holiday with meaningful minyanim and family-friendly activities.

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  Women's Initiative  
Selichot Night
Motzaei Shabbat, September 28

Join the Women's Initiative for a meaningful Selichot night with Rebbetzin Myrna Weinberger and Rabbanit Noa Lewis this motzaei Shabbat.

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  Women's Initiative  
Lech Knos: Moments of Kindness, Movements of Change
Sunday, October 6

Join together with women in your community on Tzom Gedalia for Tehillim and a video presentation featuring women who stepped forward after October 7.

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  SPIRIT  
Who Will Live and Who Will Die: Mortality as a Source of Meaning and Teshuva
Tuesday, October 8

Is our fate decided on Yom Kippur? What happens if we do teshuva after Yom Kippur? What does our view on "Who Will Live and Who Will Die" tell us about Judaism's perspectives on mortality? This session is presented by Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody, the executive director of Ematai, an organization dedicated to helping people navigate dilemmas regarding end-of-life care.

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  SPIRIT  
Postural Therapy
Beginning November 4

Join the SPIRIT Initiative and Postural Therapist Joey Zimet for a fun and engaging five-week course designed to improve your posture, movement, and long-term health.

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  SPIRIT  
Memory Rescue
Beginning November 6

Take a momentous step to stop memory loss, aging, and Alzheimer's disease by improving the health of your brain. This course will be taught by SPIRIT's favorite memory coach, Rena Yudkowsky, a geriatric social worker with 20+ years of experience.

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When You Cant Recall If the Refrigerator Light Is Off
L'Kadsho
When You Can't Recall If the Refrigerator Light Is Off

It's Friday night and you don't remember if you turned off the light in the fridge – can you open the door? Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz explains! Plus… The Concise Code on Maariv and Havdalah, Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon defines zoreiah (sowing) and more!

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