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Thou Shalt Not Remain Silent Part II: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Acts 🖥
On the eve of the Holocaust, more than 3 million Jews lived in Poland. Today, hundreds of Poles — with meager resources and on their own initiative — are devoted to preserving the memory and celebrating the culture of the Jews who once lived in their towns. Join Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett, Ronald S. Lauder Chief Curator […]
Emergency Food Program
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueIn the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a difference. To volunteer, contact efp@swfs.org.
Mitzvah in Minutes: Demanding Media Accountability on Israel Reporting 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueA recent HonestReporting investigation found that after Hamas breached the border on Oct. 7, Gazan photojournalist Ashraf Amra called on residents of the coastal enclave to cross into Israel. But even after that information — along with photos of Amra being honored by Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh — was made public, The Washington Post quoted […]
Emergency Food Program
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueIn the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a […]
WiseAuthors Presents Rabbi Diana Fersko: ‘We Need to Talk About Antisemitism’ 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueAfter the synagogue she leads was vandalized, Rabbi Diana Fersko — our member and former associate rabbi — made it her mission to speak out about antisemitism. In her new book, "We Need to Talk About Antisemitism," Rabbi Fersko provides readers of all ages the tools to understand and combat modern antisemitism through solidarity and hope. Since its release […]
Emergency Food Program
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueIn the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a difference. To volunteer, contact efp@swfs.org.