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Dear Friends,
I'd like to share a quote with you:
Years of having the responsibility to deliver eulogies taught me how to look at others. The maspid is instructed to speak positively and generously of the niftar while avoiding exaggeration (Yoreh Deah 344:1). Though some might consider this impossible...given the responsibility to uncover the good in others, we can easily see how every person has unique strengths and qualities, even though left to our own devices we will usually focus on the negatives.
It's a quote that tells you much about the one who said it.
This week, we learn about the power of a hesped and the two words used by the Torah, "lispod leSarah v'livkosah" might well be referencing to these two components: one is to express the magn...
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Baltimore, MD - Nov. 11, 2025 - For 70 years, Ner Tamid has been a center for Jewish life in Baltimore; home to its very popular preschool, the birthplace of Etz Chaim, Rabbi Slanger's, z'l, Yeshiva, Rabbi Gross’s shul (Derech Chaim), Yeshivat Rambam, and more. Today, Ner Tamid, under the leadership of Rabbi Yisrael Motzen, serves the entire Baltimore community as a place where every Jew is welcome, a place of authentic growth, and a source of inspiring Torah classes and leadership. On November 16th, Ner Tamid will launch a Causematch campaign. Please consider participating to support this vital cornerstone of the Baltimore community.On November 23rd, all donors are invited to attend an inspiring and celebratory evening featuring a special talk on “The...
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For over three decades, One Israel Fund has served as the premier organization in North America supporting Israel’s Biblical Heartland, funding hundreds of essential projects each year, from medical and recreation to education, community impact and preventative security. Every initiative represents a lifeline, strengthening communities and protecting families who live with courage and conviction on the frontlines of Jewish history.
The evening promises an extraordinary program that combines meaning, inspiration, and uplifting entertainment. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a steadfast voice for Israel in the U.S. Congress, will headline the event with a powerful address. The program will also feature Nathaniel “@NateBuzz” Buzolic, bel...
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Baltimore, MD - Oct. 25, 2025 - Thanks to the leadership and financial backing of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, the Weinberg Park Heights JCC proudly celebrates the opening of its reimagined Sports & Wellness Center. With fresh spaces, modern amenities, and a renewed focus on connection, wellness, and inclusion, the JCC stands ready to serve Baltimore’s Jewish community with warmth, sensitivity, and pride.
Built with Purpose and Partnership
Driven by a commitment to community, the Weinberg JCC project was designed to serve the neighborhood’s predominantly Orthodox population while remaining open and inclusive to all.
“The Associated’s support and vision have been integral to every step of this journey,” said Paul...
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Baltimore, MD - Oct. 29, 2025: Dear Friends,
Rabbi Avinoam Yaakov Schleifer tragically passed away this week. He left behind a grieving wife and children who must now face the daunting challenge of continuing their lives without him. In the wake of this tragedy, we, as a community, must come together and provide crucial support during their time of need. This campaign is crucial to supporting the Schleifer family as they grapple with this challenge. All funds raised via this platform will be carefully and responsibly overseen, both now and in perpetuity, by a small committee of professionals with strong backgrounds in legal and financial planning/budgeting, alongside oversight by community Rabbanim and Ahavas YisraelPlease give generously during these tragic moments to ensu...
In a candid interview with Australian journalist Erin Molan, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed questions about Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected anti-Israel mayor of New York, and whether he felt concerned about visiting the city following Mamdani's comments that he would seek to arrest Netanyahu if he entered the city.
Netanyahu firmly responded, "No. I’m not afraid. What do you want me to say about Mamdani? What about him?"
He further elaborated on his views about Mamdani’s political stances, contrasting them with his own approach to economics, particularly the shift Israel made from semi-socialism to free-market capitalism. Netanyahu pointed out the success of Israel's economic reforms, which he said turned the country into a global high-tech po...
Baltimore, MD - Nov. 13, 2025 - Explore the latest issue of Baltimore Jewish Home.Click on the graphic below:
New York, NY - Nov. 13, 2025 - Verizon Communications VZ 1.42%increase; green up pointing triangle is planning to cut roughly 15,000 jobs, looking to reduce costs as it contends with increased competition for wireless service and home internet, according to people familiar with the matter.
The cuts, the largest ever for the carrier, are set to take place in the next week, the people said. The majority of the reduction is expected to be made through layoffs.
Verizon also plans to transition about 200 stores into franchised operations, which will shift employees off its payroll.
Verizon, the largest U.S. telecommunications provider by subscriber base, faces a fierce battle for both wireless and home internet customers. It has lost crucial postpaid phone s...
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 13, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Yehuda and Adina Steiner on the birth of a daughter.
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בתם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 13, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Yehuda Leib & Zehava Dalia Hendeles on the birth of a son.
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 13, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Shmuly and Dr. Sheindel (Ifrah) Golfeiz on the birth of a son.
Mazel To grandparents Rabbi Emanuel & Dalia Golfeiz and Rabbi Jeff & Barbara Ifrah.
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
A bill to end the record-breaking U.S. government shutdown is headed to President Donald Trump's desk after more than 42 days.
Federal funding legislation aimed at opening the government passed in the House Wednesday evening, ending the weeks-long fiscal standoff that has largely paralyzed Congress since Oct. 1. Republicans on the House floor erupted in cheers when the bill prevailed while the majority of Democrats quietly exited the chamber.
The White House said Trump would sign the bill at 9:45 p.m. this evening.Six Democrats voted with all but two Republicans to pass the bill with a 222 to 209 margin. The Democrats who voted in favor of the legislation are Reps. Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y., Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, Adam Gray, D-Calif., Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash, and Don Dav...
Baltimore, MD - Nov. 12, 2025 - Rav Yosef Scheinerman, Rosh Yeshiva of Roosevelt Yeshiva in Monsey, NY, spoke to the Toras Simcha middle school students after Mincha. Through a mashal from the Dubna Maggid, he illustrated the difference between the enthusiasm of Avraham Avinu during the two days leading up to the Akeidah and Yitzchak Avinu's acceptance of the Akeidah.
Enthusiasm and alacrity bring reward in this world, but the true reward in the World to Come is destined for Yitzchak Avinu for his unwavering acceptance.
That is why we refer to the Akeidah as Akeidas Yitzchak, even though it was one of Avraham Avinu's most difficult tests.
Both are true, and it is not a contradiction.
The White House this evening (Wednesday) denied that the Trump Administration is planning to build a military base in southern Israel near the Gaza border.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was asked about the report by an Israeli reporter and responded: “This article was based on a single piece of paper - an inquiry that somebody in the Department of Navy made about an idea that may happen in the future, and this reporter deemed that as an official plan."
She added: “I checked with the highest levels of the United States federal government. This is not something the United States is interested in being engaged in. Sometimes we see reporters take a piece of paper like this and just deem it as official policy, and sometimes that misleads people a little bit.”
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Baltimore, MD - November 12, 2025 - Marylanders saw the northern lights late Tuesday night and get another chance to see this phenomena Wednesday night.
A G4 geomagnetic storm is likely again tonight meaning the northern lights will reach the mid-latitudes.
The cool colors we see in the sky come from a storm on the sun.
The bursts of solar energy are strong enough to reach the earth's atmosphere.These solar flares then interact with oxygen and nitrogen and produce the pretty colors in our skies.
