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Letters – Summer 2026

JA Staff in Jewish Action · 2 Jun

The collection of letters in the Summer 2026 issue addresses various facets of contemporary Jewish life—from financial stress in modern Orthodox and Charedi communities to changes within Jewish education over the past four decades.

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Don’t Pass Over the Chance

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 17 Mar

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the unique potential of Passover Seders for fostering personal growth and building connections, especially with those who might not share similar Jewish beliefs or practices.

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Letters to the Editor: Menopause and ‘Nobody Wants This’

Editor in Hadassah · 16 Mar

This collection of letters to the editor in Hadassah Magazine covers a diverse range of topics, reflecting issues of Jewish identity and broader societal concerns.

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Reviews in Brief – Spring 2026

Rabbi Gil Student in Jewish Action · 9 Mar

Rabbi Gil Student's review of recent publications highlights three notable works from diverse segments of Jewish thought and practice.

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Inbox: Issue 1102

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 3 Mar

The collection of reader feedback in Mishpacha Magazine's Inbox: Issue 1102, showcases diverse perspectives from the Jewish community.

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How to Respond to Insults

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 17 Feb

Rabbi Moshe Walter offers guidance on dealing with personal affronts through three distinctive Jewish perspectives.

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A Millennial rabbi built a synagogue where others have closed. Her maverick ideas are becoming a model.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 28 Jan

Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter has rejuvenated Jewish life in South Philadelphia with her innovative South Philadelphia Shtiebel, an unconventional Orthodox synagogue.

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She thought she knew her mother. Then she learned about the concentration camp

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 22 Jan

Marisa Fox's journey in understanding her mother Tamar Fromer-Fox's hidden past reveals a powerful, unspoken history.

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Thinking Thanks Is Not Enough

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 13 Jan

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the importance of expressing gratitude, not just thinking or assuming thanks.

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The Art of Asking

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 9 Dec 2025

Exploring the dynamics of the 'aseh lecha rav' process, this article by Cindy Scarr delves into the role of the questioner and the rabbi in spiritual and practical guidance within Jewish life.

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Torah study provides rare, revelatory glimpse into the Jewish wisdom tradition, offering insight and concern

guestpost in Jewschool · 25 Nov 2025

In a satirical take, an article critiques contemporary Jewish attitudes towards Torah values and societal actions by presenting a fictional study that humorously suggests over half of humanity is made in God's image.

0 Communities Politics

Maryland kosher pizzeria to furloughed federal workers: You can pay us back later

Grace Gilson in JTA · 2 Nov 2025

In response to the financial strain caused by a prolonged federal government shutdown, Ben Yehuda Pizza, a kosher pizzeria in Silver Spring, Maryland, has offered federal workers the option to defer payment for meals.

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Three Special Words

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 16 Sep 2025

The article reflects on the three pivotal concepts of Teshuvah (repentance), Tefillah (prayer), and Tzedakah (charity), which are central to the Yamim Noraim, the High Holy Days in Judaism.

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Between Nusach and Niggun: The Chazzan’s Evolving Role

Yosef Lindell in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

The role of the chazzan in Jewish prayer has evolved significantly over time.

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From Kashering Boards to Cookie Factories: Inside a Groundbreaking Kashrus Program for Women

Naomi Ross in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

The article explores the transformative role of women in the kashrus industry, examining a groundbreaking program called the ASK OU Summer 2025 Women’s Kashruth Experience.

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Do You Have a Rav?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 19 Aug 2025

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the critical role of having a personal rabbi or "rav" to consult on spiritual and halachic matters, drawing from traditional Jewish teachings in Pirkei Avot.

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Teens need opportunities for inspirational, judgement-free learning and mentorship, both inside and outside of school

eJewishPhilanthropy · 4 Aug 2025

In a response to the proposed model of dividing Jewish education into formal academic and informal experiences, leaders from NCSY assert that the spiritual journey of Jewish teens is deeply personal and cannot be neatly compartmentalized.

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Corrections

Aryeh Bernstein in Jewschool · 25 Jul 2025

The poem "Corrections" by Joelle Novey, shared on Jewschool, reflects on the disillusionment a Jewish individual feels decades after their formative Jewish education and experiences, such as Hebrew school and youth group activities.

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Resetting the Tone

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 24 Jun 2025

In "Resetting the Tone," Cindy Scarr explores the emotional and spiritual challenges civilians face during Israel's conflict with Iran, particularly regarding how to adjust their actions and mindset when there are no specific guidelines for civilian behavior in wartime.

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Judge Matthew Solomson on Orthodox Judaism and American Public Service: A conversation with one of the highest-ranking observant Jews in the federal judiciary

Tikvah · 30 May 2025

Judge Matthew Solomson discusses the intersection of his Orthodox Jewish faith and public service, highlighting the possibilities for deeply observant Jews to engage meaningfully in American governance.

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Help Me Join Your Nation

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 27 May 2025

Cindy Scarr narrates the transformation of Loretta Walker, who grew up unaware of Jews, into a passionate seeker of Judaism, culminating in her conversion journey.

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The “Bread & Circuses” Edition

Promised Podcast · 22 May 2025

The episode explores Prime Minister Netanyahu's move to reinstate humanitarian aid to Gaza and Israel's performance in the Eurovision Song Contest, examining political and cultural implications of both events.

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Judge Matthew Solomson brings his judicial mandate beyond the bench

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 16 May 2025

Judge Matthew Solomson, chief judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, represents a remarkable family journey from his great-grandfather's fear of government officials due to antisemitism in Russia to Solomson's prestigious role in the U.S. judiciary.

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Ahron Katz // Peaks Healthcare Consulting

Nesanel Gantz in Ami · 30 Apr 2025

Ahron Katz, featured in the Lunchbreak column, shares his journey from humble beginnings in Detroit to becoming a successful nursing home manager in Denver.

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The Whole Entire World: A Poem

guestpost in Jewschool · 19 Mar 2025

Joelle Novey's poem "The Whole Entire World: A Poem" reflects on the familiar Jewish teaching from Rabbi Nachman of Breslov—that "the whole world is a very narrow bridge, and the main thing is not to be afraid"—though with a poignant twist.

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