Feb 22, 2024 | In Our Own Words
Thank you to our Dayton Jewish Community for showing your support for Israel! We were so excited to see so many familiar faces as we joined together to sign letters to be sent to our congress members, and make cards for IDF soldiers and for our friends in the...
Feb 21, 2024 | Cathy's Whim
Antisemitism has long been an issue in our world. It seemed, at least for a short time, that things were moving in the right direction. However, in recent years, we have seen an increase in antisemitic acts ~ including hate crimes, hate speech, vandalism, and targeted...
Feb 13, 2024 | In Our Own Words
Did JFS see you on Sunday, February 4, at its Drive-Thru Mitzvah Mission? At this particular Mitzvah Mission, we collected frozen, unbaked macaroni and cheese casseroles for the shelter guests at St. Vincent de Paul and high-need items for People & Paws of Greater...
Feb 2, 2024 | In Our Own Words
Here at Jewish Dayton, we strive to live our mission every day – caring for those in need, strengthening Jewish life, and creating connections among Jews- acting locally, in Israel, and around the world. CONNECTION is truly important during the cold winter...
Feb 2, 2024 | Cathy's Whim
Like many in our Jewish community, I am continually distressed by the events of October 7th and the heartbreak of the war in Israel. Over the past four months, supporters of Israel have followed the situation closely, hoping for a speedy and peaceful resolution to...
Jan 26, 2024 | In Our Own Words
On January 19 and 20, the Dayton Jewish community participated in the first “Shabbat of Love.” This program was generously funded through a grant from Jewish Federations of North America. The funds awarded to our local Federation were then distributed to Beth Abraham...
Jan 19, 2024 | In Our Own Words
Welcome to the first edition of the Jewish Dayton blog! This weekly blog will provide information and insight into the Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton and its agencies. This first edition features two articles about Israel- we hope you enjoy! JFNA Israel Response...
Jan 12, 2024 | Cathy's Whim
Of all of the beautiful Jewish customs and practices, the one that I personally find the most magical is Shabbat. Having a day to focus on rest, prayer, and community is truly one of the great gifts in Judaism. Over the last several months, we have experienced a veil...
Dec 13, 2023 | Cathy's Whim
Last week, a congressional hearing took place with the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and the University of Pennsylvania. The purpose of the hearing was to give the presidents an opportunity to address the recent increase in antisemitism that has been exploding on...
Dec 6, 2023 | Cathy's Whim
I am personally experiencing a plethora of emotions since October 7th that I haven’t really felt previously. If I’m feeling this way, then I would think many of you are as well. In reading the news I often feel despair, anger, fear, and hopelessness. However, each...
