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Dec 28, 2020

Program Offers Guidance on Providing Comfort During the Pandemic

Guidance

How can we personally become supportive to those suffering from this pandemic? Bikur Cholim is the answer. Explore this question and more at a 10-part virtual conference, “Renewing Bikur Cholim in the Time of COVID-19,” on alternate Mondays, beginning January 4 through May 10 from 7-8:30 p.m. Organized by Federation's Mishkan Miami in cooperation with Kovod v’Nichum, an organization focused on bringing comfort to those who are ill; Neshama: The Association of Jewish Chaplains and other local Jewish groups, the program will examine subjects such as using technology, new approaches to prayers and coping with loneliness. Presenters include rabbis, chaplains and medical experts. The cost is $72 for the 10 sessions and scholarships are available for those who need financial support. For more information, click here.

Jewish Miami Strong in Tallahassee

Jewish Miami Strong in Tallahassee

Last week, Jewish Miami was well represented at the Second Annual Israel and Jewish Advocacy Days at the Florida Capitol.

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Sold-Out Main Event Brings Miami Together

Sold-Out Main Event Brings Miami Together

Before a sold-out crowd of nearly 1,700 guests this past Sunday, Jewish Miami came together for The Main Event: A Night With Friends and Allies.

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Connecting Students in Yerucham and Miami

Connecting Students in Yerucham and Miami

Federation is building a meaningful connection between Jewish Miami congregational school students and their counterparts in Israel through its Tu B’Shevat Across the Sea: Miami-Yerucham Partner Trees project.

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Federation Working to Prevent Suicide in Israel

Federation Working to Prevent Suicide in Israel

Between 2023 and 2025, emergency room visits by children and teens due to suicidality increased by roughly 60 percent. Federation is funding programs like Gila’s Way to prevent more tragedies amidst Israel’s national mental health crisis.

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