It's Happening In Miami

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM) are saddened and outraged by the continuation of terror attacks in Israel. On Thursday, April 7, 2022, three people were murdered and at least 10 others wounded in this most recent attack perpetrated by a gunman who opened fire on a crowded Dizengoff Street in Tel Aviv. This tragic incident is one of several attacks that have taken place across Israel in the last few weeks.

The violence appears to have initially been started, at least in part, as an effort to disrupt the budding normalization and cooperation between Israel and many Muslim and Arab countries that was initiated by the Abraham Accords and continued recently at the historic Negev Summit.

We remain steadfast in unequivocally supporting Israel’s right to defend and keep its civilians safe from internal and external threats and to do everything necessary to end the recent escalation of terror attacks.

Federation offers our deepest condolences to the families of those who died. We also extend wishes for a speedy and full recovery to those wounded. Further, we condemn violent extremism unequivocally in all forms and express our respect and admiration for the resilience of the citizens of Israel in the face of such horrific acts of terror.

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Join Cantorial Soloist Jodi Rozental and Bet Shira's Caring Kehillah for a meaningful and musical service on Monday, April 11 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. The uplifting evening will be filled with beautiful music, inspiring words and soulful prayers.

Zoom ID: 665-661-3996 Meeting Password: 7500

Phone: (646) 876-9923 using passcode: 665-661-3996#

For more information, email Jodi at [email protected]

Attendees please have two candles available to light during the service (either real or flameless)

JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund), a Federation partner agency, is now accepting applications for interest-free loans for Jewish students pursuing higher education, including graduate, vocational or technical school. In order to qualify, applicants must be enrolled full-time in a program leading to a degree or certificate at an accredited US educational institution, be a US citizen (or have lawful immigration status), be in good academic standing with their university and be able to demonstrate financial need via a completed FAFSA application. Applications are due by April 30.

For more information and to apply, contact David Cohen at [email protected] or visit JELF.org.

JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund) is now accepting applications for interest-free loans for Jewish students pursuing higher education, including graduate, vocational or technical school. In order to qualify, applicants must be enrolled full-time in a program leading to a degree or certificate at an accredited US educational institution, be a US citizen (or have lawful immigration status), be in good academic standing with their university and be able to demonstrate financial need via a completed FAFSA application. The deadline to apply is April 30.

For more information and to apply, contact David Cohen at [email protected] or visit JELF.org.

Celebrate Recovery: A Passover Seder

A Passover Seder for those in Recovery, Family and Friends, All ages welcome!

*Saturday, April 16, 2022, 6:00 pm *Temple Beth Am, 5950 N Kendall Dr. Pinecrest, FL 33156

[Come celebrate Passover in a welcoming and supportive environment for those in recovery and their family and friends. Our spiritual, musical and meaningful Seder will weave together the ancient story of redemption from slavery and current themes of recovery and hope. For those seeking freedom from addiction, our Jewish journey to freedom is an extremely powerful example of what is possible. Join us for a delicious, sumptuous, and alcohol-free Seder meal. Children are encouraged to attend and are free of charge. Adults over 18 are $18 per person. Register now at www.tbam.org/recovery. For more information contact Rabbi Jaime Aklepi at [email protected].

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, Hotwire Channel 269 SD Digital Access Tier, DirecTV 388 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other providers, go to www.jbstv.org

In The News: Israeli Field Hospital in Ukraine

In this special ITN, Shahar Azani speaks with Galit Peleg, of Israel’s International aid agency MASHAV, who is on the ground in Western Ukraine, operating the newly-opened Israeli field hospital and overseeing humanitarian operations on the ground. Monday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 11:30pm

Rabbi on the Sidelines: Phil Martelli

Phil Martelli, University of Michigan and St. Joseph's University basketball coach, joins Rabbi Sherman to discuss Coaches vs Cancer, the state of college basketball today, the impact he’s had on the Philadelphia community on and off the court and more. Follow on Twitter @RabbiESherman, Instagram @rabbi_erez_sherman, and Facebook @SinaiTempleLA. Sunday - 7:00pm & 2:00am Monday - 1:00pm Tuesday - 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

FIDF Live: Spotlight on Women

Meet the first-ever female Battalion Commander in the Artillery Corps, the first female Combat Doctor in the Paratroopers Brigade and other women breaking through the glass ceiling, in this celebration of female soldiers of the IDF. Monday - 7:30pm & 2:00am Wednesday - 7:30pm Thursday - 10:35am Friday - 10:30am

In The Spotlight: Musician

Abigail Pogrebin sits with acclaimed musicians Elana Arian, Joey Weisenberg and Noah Aronson to discuss how their work has changed the ritual landscape, how they view the links between music and prayer, and more. Monday - 8:00pm & 1:00am Tuesday - 11:00am & 10:00pm Wednesday - 2:00pm Friday - 2:00pm Saturday - 8:30pm

Rabbi Hirsch: Between Israel and Ukraine

In a sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch describes his growing frustration over watching the Ukraine crisis from afar, and shares his plans for a humanitarian mission to Poland and the Ukraine border at the end of April. Tuesday- 7:00pm & 2:30am Wednesday - 10:00am & 2:30am Friday - 11:00am Saturday - 5:30am & 4:00pm

Shaping An Omni-American Future (Part 2)

Author Thomas Chatterton Williams headlines a diverse group of artists, musicians and thinkers in part two of a program fighting racism and antisemitism, celebrating the power of culture, and offering perspectives on a shared “omni-American” future. From The American Sephardi Federation, The Jazz Leadership Project and the Combat Antisemitism Movement. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 1:00am Wednesday - 10:30am Thursday - 1:00pm Saturday - 7:00pm

Global Perspectives: Dov Hikind

Former democratic NY State Assemblyman Dov Hikind discusses the rising antisemitism in the US and why the perpetrators are never talked about or prosecuted; the alarming shift of the Democratic party away from Israel; the new Iran deal and more. Thursday - 7:30pm & 2:00am Friday - 10:00am

Top Story: Melanie Phillips

Jonathan Tobin discusses the new respect given to nationalism amid the wave of sympathy for Ukraine, and why Zionism is just as deserving of support, and also analyzes Zelensky’s speech to the Knesset before being joined by columnist Melanie Phillips to discuss the latest about Israel and Ukraine, Biden’s attitudes and determination to push ahead with a new round of appeasement of Iran, and more. Thursday - 8:00pm & 1:00am Friday - 9:00am

In The News: Jewish Agency Aid to Ukraine

The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Yigal Palmor discusses his organization’s campaign to help Jews make Aliyah now from the Ukraine and Russia, their work to keep Jews safe, and their efforts to assist all Ukrainian refugees. With Shahar Azani. Today (Sunday) - 5:30pm

Thinking Out Loud

*Micah discusses Ukrainian President Zelensky's persistent request that the U.S. and NATO enforce a no-fly zone over Ukraine, and why it has so far been a prudent move to not do so, given the types of direct conflicts with Russian troops it would surely invite. Micah also analyzes a new opinion piece by Ben-Dror Yemini about the Ukrainian people's inalienable right to self-determination, which he compares to the Palestinian situation. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 5:30pm *

On L’Chayim

Tal Keinan - Part 1

Israeli financier and former IDF fighter pilot Tal Keinan, author of God Is In The Crowd, explains why he sees American Jewry on the decline and in danger of “dying in its sleep.” Today (Sunday) - 12:00 Noon

Tal Keinan - Part 2
Today (Sunday) - 6:00pm

Talia Carner - Hotel Mosco

Author Talia Career describes her Israeli family history that goes back seven generations; her response to anyone who questions Israel's legitimacy; and how her novel Hotel Moscow is based on her own trip to Russia in 1993. Monday - 3:00pm

Orin Wolf - “The Band’s Visit”

Broadway producer Orin Wolf discusses his Jewish background, his love of Israel, his philosophy of theater, and the story behind his creating the Tony Award Winning Best Musical of 2018, “The Band’s Visit.” Monday - 9:00pm & Midnight
Tuesday - 3:00pm

Stuart Weinblatt - Confronting Illness

Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt, author of Living In The Shadow of Death, describes his experience with cancer and discusses the Jewish tradition’s understanding of prayer and the power of community in the healing process. Tuesday - 9:00pm & Midnight Wednesday - 3:00pm

Anat Hoffman - Voices of Israel

Women of the Wall Founder Anat Hoffman discusses her background in social protest and her views on ultra-Orthodox political control of aspects of Israeli life. Wednesday - 9:00pm & & Midnight Thursday - 3:00pm

Larry Ruttman - Jews in Baseball

For the 2022 Opening Day of the MLB, revisit Larry Ruttman discussing his book on Jews in baseball, American Jews and America's Game Thursday - 9:00pm & Midnight Friday - 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Hebrew: From The Aleph Bet: Lesson 14

Hebrew letters "Final Nun" and "Tzadee" ("Final Tzadee"), and the concluding phrases of two Jewish blessings are taught on this episode of "From the Aleph-Bet" series 1, a JBS production on understanding Hebrew. Download Lessons and Worksheets free on the JBS website. Monday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 10:00am Friday - 4:00am

Talmud Study: Genetic Screening

The Jewish obligation to use the benefits of modern medicine is explained. Today (Sunday) - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Wednesday - 7:00pm

Talmud Study: Study Party

In celebration of "Siyum Hashas," the moment concluding the 7.5 year study cycle of the entire Talmud, Rabbi Mordechai Becher explains the meaning behind the joyous occasion. Today (Sunday) - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm Wednesday - 7:30pm

Jewish 101: Preparing for Sinai

A dramatic telling of what it was like for the Children of Israel to stand at "Sinai" to hear the voice of God, and how the rabbis explain that each person "heard" God in his own way that day. A JBS original series with Rabbi Mark S. Golub. Sunday (Today) - 10:00am Wednesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 4:00am & 11:00am Friday - 5:00am

92nd Street Y: Rabbi Israel Meir Lau

Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv Rabbi Meir Lau (formerly chief rabbi of Israel) describes his miraculous survival as a young child in Auschwitz and shares tales of his storied rabbinic career in conversation with Rabbi Menachem Genack at the 92nd Street Y. Sunday - 8:00pm Monday - 5:00am & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00pm Saturday - 1:00am

REFORM AND ORTHODOX SHABBAT SERVICES

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE 6:00pm, 11:30pm & 2:00am

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles 7:30pm & 10:30pm

SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE 9:30am & 1:00pm

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles 11:00am & 2:30pm

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Join the Miami cohort for the Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) Washington Conference on May 11-12. Space is limited to 450 participants. Learn more and register today.

While in DC, we’ll meet with Members of Congress, senior Administration officials, thought-leaders, and policy experts with a specific focus on antisemitism and security as urgent Jewish community priorities. Ninety percent of American Jews believe that antisemitism is a significant global problem.

The conference – hosted by JFNA’s National Young Leadership Cabinet, National Women’s Philanthropy, and Advocacy Corps – is open to all and will fill-up quickly. Please take a moment to reserve your spot. You may cancel until April 25 without charge.

If you have questions, please contact Josh Sayles at [email protected].

Join artists David Oxios and Marvin Weeks alongside leaders from Miami-Dade's Black and Jewish Communities as they shine a light on racism and antisemitism. The artists will unveil their collaborative work as the panelists explore the commonalities between the two cultures.

Best known for her GRAMMY® Award winning children's album, ‘All the Ladies’ (a female empowerment folk collection!), singer-songwriter Joanie Leeds will be joining us for a weekend of music, worship and family fun activities. Her music has been featured in The New York Times, People Magazine, Parents Magazine, Billboard and The Washington Post | joanieleeds.com https://www.tsnd.org/smf22

THE MAIN EVENT

4/10 @ 4pm: OUTDOOR FAMILY CONCERT | BYOB (bring your own BLANKET) and join us on the lawn for this all ages musical event. Arts & crafts stations, face painting and more. Kosher food, dessert and, of course, a Joanie Leeds CONCERT! (Tix info below)

4pm Concert 5pm fun Activities & Food/dessert (for purchase)

TICKETS: https://www.tsnd.org/smf22

Other Weekend Events:

4/8 @ 6:15pm: SHABBAT W/ JOANIE LEEDS | Join us for a special musical shabbat featuring Joanie Leeds. In person or streaming on www.tsnd.tv (FREE)

4/9 @ 7/8pm: COFFEE HOUSE SHOW | Join us for an intimate, sit-down show for adults. Acoustic sounds, meet the artist and storytelling. (Tix info below)

7pm Patron “Exclusive” Cocktail party 8pm show After show drinks & dessert for all

TICKETS: tsnd.org/smf22