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Oct 11, 2023

Shabbat Prayers for Israel and IDF

This Shabbat, as we gather with family and friends, seeking solace at this most difficult time, Federation’s Mishkan Miami invites us to recite a special candle-lighting prayer. Following is a spiritual reflection as a point of connection with the heart-wrenching events unfolding in our beloved Israel and as an inspiration to embrace Jewish unity and hope. “How do we cope? How do we respond? The same way God does. To the darkness, God proclaims, ‘Let there be light!’ – the first act of creation, the first act of blessing in this world. We, too, will light our Shabbat candles, countering the darkness in the world and in our hearts.” Click here to read the full prayer.

Building Bridges

Building Bridges

As countries around the world continue to be openly hostile to Israel and the Jewish people, an international delegation of journalists visited some of Miami's Jewish institutions with the goal of increasing understanding.

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Federation Champions Inclusion in Israel

Federation Champions Inclusion in Israel

After more than a decade of advocacy, Federation partner Beit Issie Shapiro, has helped secure an important victory for children with disabilities and their families.

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Register Now for Everything But the Turkey

Register Now for Everything But the Turkey

Join the Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center for the 18th annual Everything But the Turkey, a family-friendly volunteer experience that brings our community together to help neighbors in need.

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Shalom Bayit Supporting Domestic Abuse Survivors

Shalom Bayit Supporting Domestic Abuse Survivors

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Shalom Bayit (Peace in the Home) program helps survivors and their families find safety, stability and hope throughout the year.

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