Social Justice
How Can I Make a Difference?
You are not required to complete the work, but neither are you at liberty to abstain from it. (Pirkei Avot 2:21)
It is easy to feel powerless given all that is broken in our world. But we believe that each person can and
should make a difference. Temple Israel offers a variety of ways to help you make a difference in the
lives of others, whether you have hours to give or just minutes. See below for some of the opportunities we offer.
helping those in need
- Work with a coalition of interfaith women to support a local refugee family start a new life in our community. Contact Carolyn Kunin for more information.
- Midnight Run with Brotherhood – Collect items of clothing for those who are homeless in New York City; Volunteer to help with a scheduled run. Contact Brotherhood to sign up or for more information.
- Help our immigrant neighbors- Work with local clergy and volunteers to learn how to support those who are seeking to lawfully remain in our community. Contact Rabbi Jaech for more information.
- Provide a meal for homeless guests- As part of a broader coalition of houses of worship, TINW opens its doors to house homeless individuals overnight for two weeks every winter. Sign up to prepare and drop off a meal for our guests. Contact robin@tinw.org
- Help members of our community who are recovering from injury or suffering with illness by providing meals and/or transportation. Contact the Caring Committee Cherie Marcus
advocacy
- Religious Action Center/New York – Each year TINW will join members of Reform Jewish congregations across New York state to identify and advocate for legislation that reflects our Jewish values and our passion for social justice. Contact Rabbi Jaech to get involved in this ongoing effort.
- Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism – Offers a variety of advocacy opportunities on the federal level. Sign up to receive action alerts on issues that are important to you, such as immigration/refugees, reproductive rights, anti-bigotry/racism initiatives and protecting the environment. Visit their webpage: Religious Action Center
- Can’t find the right opportunity for you? Feel free to contact Rabbi Jaech for assistance.
Green Light NY project
TINW worked with the New York Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, RAC-NY, a network of over 30 congregations across the state, to support state legislation that is socially just and reflective of Jewish values. Learn more here.
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TINW Happenings
All Events
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 11 , 2021Adult Ed Committee and Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC) Present: Israel Is Way Too Important To Be Left Only To The Israelis
Thursday, Mar 11th 10:00am to 11:00am
Anat Hoffman, an Israeli born in Jerusalem, serves as the Executive Director of the Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC) since 2002. Ms. Hoffman will be conducting this important discussion on Israel–Diaspora Relations Before, During, and After COVID-19 live from Jerusalem. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 18 , 2021Brotherhood Lecture - Feisty Jews with Bruce Appelbaum
Thursday, Mar 18th 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Feisty Jews or We Aren't Gonna Take It!..From the days of the Maccabees, Jews have fought back against tyranny, anti-semitism and injustice. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2021Parenting in a Pandemic: Performance & Workshop with Rabbi Laurie Braun of the Youth Mental Health Project
Tuesday, Mar 23rd 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Need a little humor to get through these difficult times? The pandemic has posed mental health challenges for children and adults alike. Is it ok to laugh during these difficult times? Yes— it’s more than ok! It’s required for our mental health! Join us for a meaningful hour of humor, honesty, and communal connection— All the in the name of getting through these difficult times together. -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 6 , 2021Book Talk with Author Lauren Fox
Tuesday, Apr 6th 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Author Lauren Fox will share insights during a Q&A delving into her TODAY Show #ReadWithJenna Book Club Pick, SEND FOR ME. An achingly beautiful work of historical fiction that moves between Germany on the eve of World War II and present-day Wisconsin, unspooling a thread of love, longing, and the powerful bonds of family.
Events
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Candle Lighting : 5:41pm |
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Shabbat Day
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Upcoming Programs & Events
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayak'heil-P'kudei
Shabbat, Mar 13 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Mar 12, 5:41pm |
Erev Passover
Shabbat, Mar 27 |
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