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?"

Statement on Ongoing College Campus Protests

Statement on Ongoing College Campus Protests

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) stand in solidarity with Jewish college students across the country who are being targeted on campus simply because they are Jewish or because they believe that Israel has the right to exist as a homeland for the Jewish people.

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Yom HaShoah Commemoration is May 5

Yom HaShoah Commemoration is May 5

Next weekend’s Yom HaShoah observance is a chance to stand in solidarity with your Miami community and pay tribute to the 6 million Jewish men, women and children who were murdered during the Holocaust and honor the strength and courage of the Survivors.

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Making a Difference Through The Foundation

Making a Difference Through The Foundation

This year, The Foundation will contribute $3.1 million to the Annual Campaign, thanks to the careful consideration of more than 100 generous donors who created endowed gifts by including Federation in their estate plans or through retirement funds, insurance policies or lifetime gifts.

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Wellness Shabbat in May


Wellness Shabbat in May


In an effort to shine a light on Mental Health Awareness Month, Federation’s BeWell Miami is organizing Wellness Shabbat, a collaboration between Miami Dade synagogues and organizations over the course of the five shabbatot in May.

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