Saying the Shehecheyanu to Start the School Year
By Joseph Tappenden (Calgary) – At the CJA, to start the year off right, we are encouraging our students to say the Shehecheyanu. Typically one…
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Judy Zelikovitz: High Holidays 2023 – Now is the time
by Judy Zelikovitz (AJNews) – I love the High Holidays and the opportunity they present to get together with extended family, to visit with friends,…
A Rosh Hashanah message from Stacey Leavitt-Wright, CEO, Jewish Federation of Edmonton
by Stacey Leavitt- Wright (AJNews) – As Rosh Hashanah approaches, I extend heartfelt wishes on behalf of the entire Jewish Federation family for a year…
A Rosh Hashanah message from Adam Silver, CEO Calgary Jewish Federation
by Adam Silver (AJNews) – Chaverim – Friends, We have had a warm and seemingly long summer this year, with thoughts of Rosh HaShanah far off in the…
Rabbi Ilana Krygier Lapides: Surrender Dorothy! and the Days of Awe
By Rabbi Ilana Krygier Lapides “And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore, be…