Between the presidential election and our beloved UConn Huskies, percentages are an inescapable feature of this season's news cycle. And they are very valuable tools: Percentages give us perspective and help us to be more structured and objective in the way we view and interpret the world ar…
Since joining the Federation in June, one of the most satisfying aspects of my work has been getting to know the amazing women of our Jewish community. They are bright, dynamic, and deeply committed to creating a better life for Jews here in Greater Hartford and around the world.
There is one line in this week’s Torah portion, Shoftim, that really struck a chord in me. While discussing the emerging leadership structure of the newly formed tribes of Israel and realizing that new leaders may wish to return to Egypt to acquire additional horses, G-d instructed that no…
Friends, since I am out of town this Shabbat, I have asked Heather Fiedler, our Federation's Associate Vice President of Jewish Education and Leadership, to share with you some exciting news about our Israeli Young Emissaries for 2016-2017. I hope you will have the opportunity to meet them s…
Friends, I will be out of town this Shabbat and next, so my colleagues will be sharing weekly reflections with you during that time. This week's message is from Heather Fiedler, our Federation's Associate Vice President of Jewish Education and Leadership. Shabbat Shalom. - Howard
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