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Wisdom Wednesday: Rosh Hashanah

Creating innovative programs around Jewish education and engagement is a Federation priority, and much of the collaboration and strategic planning in the field comes from JFNA’s Office of Jewish Education & Engagement, headed by Dr. Beth Cousens, JFNA’s leading education professional. D…

Happy Labor Day!

Labor Day became a U.S. federal holiday in 1894, However, Jewish law has been honoring workers since biblical times. Jewish scholars in ancient Greece even countered Aristotle when he said: “The title of citizen belongs only to those who need not work to live.” Our scholars responded: …

Tisha B'Av 2019

Tisha B'Av, the ninth day of the month of Av (which usually coincides with July and/or August), is a communal day of mourning that commemorates the destruction of both the first and second temples in Jerusalem. This year Tisha B'Av begins the evening of August 10th through August 11th.

As w…

Shelley Davidson - Leadership Spotlight

Welcome to “Leadership Spotlight”, where Jewish Federation of Macon and Middle Georgia recognizes the achievements and talents of our outstanding community members.

 

“Spotlight” currently focuses on the service of our many women Presidents who’ve successfully managed and led th…

2019 FRD Leadership Mission

Bon Voyage and Safe Travels to those participating in this year’s FRD Leadership Mission to Argentina and Uruguay. Jewish Federation’s most senior leadership and their lay partners will collaborate and learn against the backdrop of South America.

There they will immerse themselves in t…