In 1938, Jewish songwriter Irving Berlin published the unofficial national anthem, God Bless America. The original, drafted in 1918, was cut from the show he was working on. The song’s early lyrics included a line that divided Americans. The text read:
God Bless America, land that I love Stand beside her And guide her To the right with the light from above.
By 1938, he needed a song that would bring Americans together as the war in Europe loomed... Read more here
Week at a Glance
July 5 - Friday
7:30pm - Shabbat Service with Rabbi Rachael Followed by Oneg in the Lobby Open to members and the community Diamond Family Chapel Join us in person or Facebook Live | Youtube Live
July 6 - Saturday
8:30am - Kaddish Minyan Service with Rabbi Rachael Diamond Family Chapel Join us in person orZoom
9:00am - Chevrah Torah - Torah Study with Rabbi Rachael No prior learning necessary Diamond Family Chapel Join us in person orZoom
11:00am - Tot Shabbat with Rabbi Max Miller and Rabbi Rachael Miller Open to all children age 0 - 5 yrs old and their parents or loving adults Goldstein Family Patio Register
July 8 - Monday
11:00am - AgeWell Bereavement Group with Rabbi Judy Beiner Diamond Family Chapel RSVP to Rabbi Judith Beiner at chaplain@jfcsatl.org or 770.677.9352
July 9 - Tuesday
3:30pm - Bridge for Everyone Open to all TE members Diamond Family Chapel Register July 11 - Thursday
12:00pm - Sisterhood Book Club Open to all TE women Diamond Family Chapel Register
2:00pm - Temple Mah Jongg Open to all TE Members Diamond Family Chapel Register
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CAC Night of Hope at Jersey Boys
CAC Night of Hope at Jersey Boys
Date: Tuesday, July 16
Time: 7:30PM
Tickets: $42-$98
Password: CACHOPE (all caps)
Location: Byers Theater at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
This special benefit performance for the Community Assistance Center will take place one night only.
The White Rose Society
The White Rose Society is a grassroots organization dedicated to celebrating and honoring individuals who actively combat anti-Semitism in their communities. The effort pays homage to the courageous resistance group, The White Rose Movement, that was founded in the early 1940s by non-Jewish students at the University of Munich to fight the Nazis. Though these heroic students were executed, their courage continues to inspire future generations to take a moral stand.
The White Rose Society aims to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of non-Jewish individuals in the ongoing fight against anti-Semitic sentiments. In a world where anti-Semitism continues to pose a significant threat to peace and harmony, The White Rose Society emerges as a beacon of hope and recognition for those who stand up against this pervasive form of hatred.
The organization's primary goal is to acknowledge and commend the unwavering commitment of non-Jewish allies who boldly challenge anti-Semitic forces and promote inclusivity and understanding.
The White Rose Society invites individuals and organizations passionate about combating anti-Semitism to join its movement and contribute to the ongoing efforts to build a more just and compassionate society. Please visit the website: thewhiterosesociety.com and nominate worthy individuals.
Jewish Teen Writing Contest, $500 prize
Joseph’s Inkwell is a writing contest for Jewish teens (created by Jewish teens) with a $500 prize. It's always been a struggle for young people to get published and for young Jews right now it's more difficult than ever. Joseph’s Inkwell creates a space for our voices to be heard. Jewish students can send in submissions to one of two categories (either fiction or nonfiction) by August 1st, 2024.
