Prayer and Bikkur Cholim Resources

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Prayers for Jewish Healing
This is a handout that can be used by individuals or groups when making visits to those who are ill. It can be left behind as a resource. Contains Hebrew with English translations.

Prayers for Healing Booklet, in Partnership with Mount Sinai Medical Center
This version contains both and extended and abridged version. Copyright, Rabbi Simeon Schreiber, Staff Chaplain at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Refuat HaNefesh/ Healing the Soul: A Collection of Reflections for those Facing Medical Treatments
These are short, inspirational essays by rabbis in South Florida and the Mishkan Miami community. It includes a section of prayers as well. (Note: the book was published under the previous imprint of The Chaplaincy Program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation).

Meditation for Blessing over Bread
The blessing on bread with a brief reflection. For a more extended reflection about blessings see, "What Is the Meaning of a Blessing?"

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

Despite a war with Iran, ballistic missiles and Israel’s closed airspace, this year’s delegation of summer camp shlichim (emissaries) is the largest ever.

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Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

When emergency sirens blare in Israel, most people run quickly to safety in shelters, but for those with disabilities, this may be impossible, which is why Federation is funding essential programs that help during wars, terror attacks and more.

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Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Join Jewish Miami on Tuesday, July 22 for the Annual Commemoration of the tragic AMIA (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) Jewish Community Center bombing in Argentina 31 years ago.

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Hurricane Season Is Here

Hurricane Season Is Here

You can join the 2025 JVC Emergency Response Team (JVERT) to support our community if a disaster strikes.

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