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PLUS: Instant Coffee vs. Turkish Coffee on Shabbat PARSHAT EIKEV August 23-24, 2024 / 20 Av 5784  FEATURED A Time for Comfort? Rabbi Moshe Hauer This past Sunday, in anticipation of the Democratic National Convention and surrounding events, the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) published an op-ed from our EVP Rabbi Moshe Hauer, calling for clear statements and actions in support of Israel and the Jewish people. Read in JNS Think Your Vote Doesn't Make a Difference? Teach Coalition You're wrong, and Teach Coalition founder Maury Litwack tells you why on this episode of Meaningful People. Watch on YouTube  AROUND THE OU Halacha Initiatives Introducing Hayom! Reminders for Jewish Living With Hayom!, you'll stay informed about tefillah changes, Rosh Chodesh and holiday halachos, candle lighting times, sefirah reminders and more through timely email notifications. Both Ashkenazic and Sephardic versions are available. Sign Up Now OU Kosher Jelly Belly OU Kosher Advisory Read the kashrus advisory regarding products from the Jelly Belly Candy Company. Read More NCSY Campus Antisemitism Goes Beyond College Devora Simon, JSU National Director, talks with Fox DC about what Jewish teens in public high school face this coming year. Watch Now OU Israel Rabbi Avi Berman in Miami Beach, Florida OU Israel Executive Director Rabbi Avi Berman will be speaking at the Beth Israel Congregation in Miami Beach, Florida, on Shabbat, August 31. More Information OU-JLIC A Journey of Faith and Service: Insights from a JLIC Summer Participant Discover how a Cornell junior transformed her faith and career goals during a life-changing summer in Israel. From interning at OurCrowd to supporting a hero's family, this inspiring journey is a must-read for anyone seeking purpose and impact. Read More Jewish Action What's the Truth about ... Kissing the Mezuzah? In this week's parsha, Eikev, we learn about the mitzvah of mezuzah. Is there a source for kissing or touching a mezuzah? Read Rabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky's piece to find out! Read More  UPCOMING EVENTS   SPIRIT   The World of Words Tuesday, August 27, at 12 Noon EDT Find new and meaningful avenues in which to express yourself in ways you never thought you could or would. Join us for a dialogue between writers Miriam Liebermann, author of To Fill the Sky with Stars and editor of The Best is Yet to Be, and Sarah Spero. Register Now   Women's Initiative   Torat Imecha Nach Yomi Yeshayahu Siyum Tuesday, September 3, at 12 Noon EDT Join the OU Women's Initiative's Torat Imecha Nach Yomi Yeshayahu siyum with Mrs. Shira Hochheimer. Register Now   SPIRIT   Rethinking Memory Loss: Unlocking Potential Through the Montessori Approach Tuesday, September 3, at 12 Noon EDT Dementia specialist and occupational therapist Romy Pikoos shares her 15 years of experience in applying Montessori principles to dementia and aged care. Discover innovative techniques to enhance engagement, independence, and quality of life for you and the person living with dementia. Register Now   SPIRIT   Are You a Person Who Is Living with Parkinson's Disease or a Caregiver (of any health issue)? Join SPIRIT's groups, which can be accessed from anywhere in the world, including from the comfort of your home. These groups will be like family, with encouragement given, resources and tips provided, and a warm and supportive space to talk out any and all concerns.   People with Parkinson's (PWP) is being planned for Monday evenings – 7:30 PM EDT Caregiver Support Group (for various types of health issues) is being planned for Wednesday evenings – 7:30 PM EDT Register Now  TORAH L'Kadsho Instant Coffee vs. Turkish Coffee Turkish coffee is rich and delicious, but the beans are prepared differently than other coffees. Find out what this means for Shabbos drinking courtesy of Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon! Plus, Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz on going to the mikvah on Shabbos, The Concise Code on amira l'nochri, and more! Instant Coffee vs. Turkish Coffee – Learn More More on L'Kadsho HALACHA YOMIS: Lights or Air Conditioning? Rabbi Moshe Hauer Unconditional Love of God Unconditional love. We know what that means when it comes to our relationships with family members and friends. What does it mean when it comes to our love for Hashem? Read More Rabbi Menachem Genack To Live a Long Life Why did R. Yochanan not understand how people could live long lives outside of Israel? What does living a long life really mean? Read in Hebrew Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman Prophetic Comfort As we listen closely to the haftorot over the coming weeks, we may recognize certain phrases, spoken by Yeshayahu, that have been seamlessly woven into our beloved Friday night prayer Lecha Dodi. Read More Rabbi Aaron Goldscheider Women's Role in Torah Study According to the Lubavitcher Rebbe A woman's Torah study is not just about practical application, it has intrinsic value and personal meaning. Read More Rabbi Jack Abramowitz How Many Angels Can Dance on the Top of a Ladder? A fascinating real-life reader Q&A: Could more than one angel traverse Jacob's ladder at the same time? Could one angel ascend the ladder while another was descending? Read More Rabbi Daniel Glatstein