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Letters – Winter 2025

JA Staff in Jewish Action · 17 Dec 2025

This collection of letters to the Jewish Action magazine highlights various aspects of Jewish life across the United States and in Israel.

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Building a Community: Stories from the Ground Up

JA Staff in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

The article showcases a series of narratives highlighting the indispensable efforts of individuals and families in fostering Jewish communities across various U.S. cities.

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Living Together in Linden: Andy and Samantha Van Houter

Sandy Eller in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

The article highlights the vibrant and uniquely harmonious Jewish community in Linden, New Jersey, where both Modern Orthodox and Chassidic groups have formed a close-knit and cooperative environment.

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Putting Springfield, New Jersey, on the Map: Ben Hoffer

Judy Gruen in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

Ben Hoffer and Rabbi Chaim Marcus have been instrumental in revitalizing the Jewish community of Springfield, New Jersey, transforming it from an aging congregation into a bustling community with vibrant youth activities and an increasing number of families moving in.

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Where Is Tennessee?

Rachel Schwartzberg in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

Rachel Schwartzberg reflects on her life in Memphis, Tennessee, after moving from New York City with her husband.

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Inside Ariel’s Jewish Campus Scene

JA Staff in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

The article highlights the vibrant Jewish campus scene at Ariel University, facilitated by OU-JLIC (Orthodox Union's Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus) under the leadership of Asaf and Shlomit Olshitzki.

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Building a Community: Pointers from the Pros

JA Staff in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

To build a thriving Jewish community, essential elements include establishing a K-8 day school and a high school to retain families, as well as infrastructure like a shul, mikveh, and eruv.