The Connections Blog

 The Connections Blog, aims to provide resources in the Jewish community for individuals and families. Explore more in on our blogs to gain resources, tips, and advice from our team and organizations we partner with.

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DIY Judaism: Embracing Creativity on Passover

Judaism, like any religion, can often feel like a rigid set of rules and customs that leave little room for personal expression. However, the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) movement has been growing in popularity, and the Jewish community is no exception. DIY Judaism encourages individuals to embrace their creativity and personalize their religious practices in new and meaningful ways.

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What is Secular Judaism?

Secular Judaism is a term used to describe a form of Judaism that is not necessarily centered on religious practice or belief in God.

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Beauty queen saves the Jews!

Purim begins sundown Monday, March 6, 2023 and ends sundown Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Purim is another one of those they-tried-to-kill-us-and-failed holidays

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Healing Art

These projects are a peek into the healing and uplifting work being done by Artists 4 Israel. Visit Artists 4 Israel’s website for more about these and the other impactful projects by Artists 4 Israel.

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The God Gap

What happens when the God we thought we had to believe in doesn’t match what we see in the world?

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Have You Made Art About It Yet?

Jewish Studio Project activates creativity in individuals and communities expanding their capacity to move through challenge and change.

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Rosh Chodesh: A Guide to the Cycles of Our Lives

Sarah Waxman, founder of At The Well Project, speaks passionately about the ritual observance of Rosh Chodesh in this EliTalk. Rosh Chodesh is the name for the first day of every month in the Hebrew calendar marked by the birth of a new moon.

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Chabad: A Model of Successful Engagement

What denomination of Judaism do you practice? Often Jews identify themselves by one of the various denominations within Judaism. Chabad is likely the most recognized Orthodox movement.

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Collaboration in the Jewish Community

Co-working spaces have popped up everywhere in the last few years. There are both franchised and independent co-working spaces. The flexibility of a co-working space is the perfect answer for small businesses.

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Community Connect Consultants

Hear from Becky Adelberg, founder of Community Connect Consultants. Becky has supported me from to create Bridges 613 and pushed me to take the plunge.

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Pandemic Passover Resources

The speed that the Jewish community created virtual content for Passover, 2021 was amazing. In this episode, Brianna and I discuss five organizations that provided Passover resources.

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The Perfect Time to Premiere

Sheltering at home has helped me to realize the great need for connection to each other. This pandemic is the perfect time to introduce Bridges 613 and start regular podcasts.

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Introducing Bridges 613

I have always been proud and dedicated to the Jewish people. I’ve celebrated holidays, belonged to a synagogue, taught Hebrew school and visited Israel several times. Still, I felt unfulfilled and I struggled to feel part of a community.

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