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Jewish Education & Engagement Update: July 27, 2016

An educator and activist struggles to express his anger and grief with words. A mother and pediatrician suggests practicing mindfulness with our children. A rabbi encourages us to look toward Torah for meaning and wisdom.

Nourishing in Times of Drought

The young woman approached Dr. Johnson in silence, but her eyes were pleading. Modestly dressed despite the scorching heat, she beckoned the volunteer JDC doctor to follow her past shriveled trees and dead crops until they were safely behind a latrine. Then she lifted her skirt. “Please, 

Help Your Local Partners Better Care for Holocaust Survivors

Help your local partners better care for Holocaust survivors. Two informational calls will detail new grants from Federation to expand person-centered, trauma-informed services on Tues., July 26 and Thurs., July 28 at 3:30 PM EDT. Share info and RSVP.

Major Gift-for-Gift Pledge Increases Reported on Recent National Missions

Impressive gift-for-gift increases reported from 2016 Campaigners’ and Campaign Chairs and Directors Missions, which wrapped up this month in Israel. The 172 total participants boosted their giving by 39% and 25%, respectively.

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