September 2, 2009

Obituaries: Issue date -September 4-September 10, 2009

Jewish Journal September 2, 2009

Obituaries June 12-July 11, 2009

Economy forces tough dues decisions for congregants, synagogues.

Anita K. Kantrowitz September 2, 2009

With Rosh Hashanah 5770 fast approaching, the synagogue membership renewal season is in full swing. Throughout the summer months, billing statements with letters explaining dues, fees — and often increases — arrive in congregants’ mailboxes.

Judaism Through Arts for Adults With Special Needs

Jewish Journal September 2, 2009

As her daughter Amy was nearing graduation two years ago, Pattie Earlix was crushed by the thought that her religious education was ending.

Center Provides Chasidut for All

Orit Arfa September 2, 2009

As the High Holy Days approach, some Jews might dread sitting for hours on end in shul, crowning God as their King while their minds inevitably wander off to their missed calls, their mortgage payment or their next meal. Davening, the Yiddish term for prayer, may feel like a constant battle.