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Hillel News
Rabbi Jess Says Rabbi-ish Things: Praying Today
When we pray classic set texts, we connect both to our ancestors who have uttered those words for thousands of years, and to others around us who are also praying those exact same pages. That’s a kind of magic, a power that derives from the collective values that a past, present, and future global community are treasuring.
Helping LA
It has been inspiring to see how many of you are checking in with one another and being sources of comfort and strength to those whose lives have been upended by these devastating fires, and darn strong Santa Ana winds. Thank you for your courage, resilience and generosity. To anyone reading this who has personally been affected by these fires: our hearts are open to you and our entire community is here to help - not just through prayer but through action.
8 stories of Gratitude for 8 Nights of Light
This Hanukkah season, Hillel 818 is proud of all the small miracles we’ve helped foster. These are just a few stories from our students, alumni, and staff who have been part of these small miracles.
Birthright is Back!
It’s become a rite of passage for a Jewish young adult to spend 10 days exploring all Israel has to offer on their Birthright trip. But in the wake of October 7th and the ensuing war, there’s been an understandable apprehension and anxiety surrounding the trip This summer, however, it was important for Hillel 818 to provide the opportunity for our students to embark on this important part of their Jewish journey.
Rabbi Jess says Rabbi-ish Things (End of the Year Edition)
We say how we are “proud to be Jewish”, but we don't always define what we are actually proud of! Well, here it is: We are proud that we act with respect, confident that we have so much to offer the world, and that we love to learn about other cultures, and partner with all faiths. That we truly seek to understand and celebrate differences because we see humanity in all, God's image in all.