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NCJW/Essex stands with Israel. This week we joined with our fellow community groups, synagogues and other organizations to rally in solidarity with Israel and to condemn evil, violence, antisemitism and hate of all kinds. Many of you are deeply engaged and committed to these efforts, finding both comfort and strength in our collective voice. As the war progresses, there will be more to do, and we will do it together.
For now, we rediscover clarity in our purpose: to create opportunities for community and connection and to continue the unwavering pursuit of our mission. Since its founding, NCJW/Essex has focused on the most vulnerable in our community, guided by our Jewish values to improve the lives of women, children and families and safeguard individual rights and freedoms.
Even though the world we knew has changed so dramatically, the need close to home remains. We will move forward with compassion, perhaps cautiously at first, staying connected to those Jewish values and focused on the impact we know we can make.
Shabbat arrives again this evening, and as it does every week, brings with it a reminder to pause our daily routines and reflect. In whatever way you observe, I hope on this Shabbat you will say a prayer for all the lives lost, for everyone near and far who is suffering, and for a world where we embrace the best of humanity and work together for peace.
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