Summer in Edmonton is more than smoke and mosquitoes. While some Jewish communities speak of the ‘down time’, Jewish Edmonton keeps ongoing! For those who ask, what does the Jewish Federation do? Here is a taste of some of what is going on as we move through the summer months.
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Ahavat Chesed—loving kindness is a value that guides Jewish Federation efforts. A community volunteer leader told me this week how they had to remind a community member that “Jewish Federation” isn’t a faceless organization. There are many involved and represent the Federation. I per…
The Jewish Federation of Edmonton hosted a Pride Shabbat Picnic on Friday, June 23. As part of the event, Cas Allen, who was a summer student at the Federation in 2022, presented a D’Var Torah. It was so well received that we asked Cas if we could share it as this week’s Shabbat message …
Klal Yisrael-the unity of the Jewish people. While we may agree to disagree (or maybe even disagree on this too), let me share with you my past week, and how I experienced this at home and with our national partners and Israeli counterparts. Last weekend, I travelled to Ottawa with our local…
As Pride Month unfolds, I wanted to reflect on the significance of this celebration within the context of the Jewish community. This is a time to celebrate and uplift every individual in the LGBTQ+ community, embracing the diverse identities and experiences that contribute to our rich tapest…
