Tag Archives: Being Jewish

“The Hidden Risks Of Using Counterfeit Drugs”

Steven Mandel, MD and Joseph A. Hirsch, PhD, PsyD Health Crisis – A known but underappreciated health crisis is the glut of counterfeit drugs sold on the world market. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), counterfeit drugs are those that are “deliberately and fraudulently mislabeled with respect to identity, composition or source.” The Drug […]

“Passion for Mental Health”

When “The Leah and Dr. Gary Smith Family Counseling Center Waiting Room” at Jewish Family Service was officially named on Wednesday, July 3, the entire family was there to enjoy the ceremony honoring their recent ‘Build a Living Legacy’ endowment. Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati There are at least three subjects that stir an appreciable […]

“Embracing AI: Transforming Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Jewish Family Households”

by Daniel Gross This is the first article for our GESHER newsletter focusing on AI and its impact on all phases of Jewish Life written by Daniel Gross. The first article will be a brief overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Subsequent articles will be more focused on various interests to the three areas where the […]

The Tragic Loss Of Six Hostages From Gaza

Federation of Jewish Men’s ClubsFrom the Offices of the President and Executive Director Statement from the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs On The Tragic Loss of Six Hostages From Gaza Dear Friends, We are deeply saddened and heartbroken by the news of the recovery of the bodies of six hostages in Gaza: Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eden […]

Chicago Convention On Your Mind!?

Going to Chicago Convention is the best thing you can do for your Region and Men’s Club! • Packed with learning, camaraderie, and leadership training, it is the very best of FJMC and proves that Men’s Club doesn’t end at your synagogue’s driveway entrance. • From exciting keynote speakers to strategies to make you, your […]

Mazal Tov! Man of the Year and Youth of the Year

Sunday, May 19, 2024, the New York Metropolitan Region, FJMC recognized 30 outstanding Men and Youth for their remarkable accomplishments and contributions within their Men’s Club, synagogue and community. The awards program was held at the Plainview Jewish Center, on Long Island. Special recognition to Les Agisim, our New York Metro Regional Man of the Year!  Thank you, Les, […]

Welcome to Camp Zeke Quad Retreat!

June 7-9, 2024, The 12th Quad-Region Biennial Retreat celebrated Brotherhood with the New York Metropolitan, Hudson Valley, Northern New Jersey and Middle Atlantic Regions! The regions gathered together for leadership training, camaraderie, Hearing Men’s Voices, softball, fishing, hiking, nature walks, Outdoor Shabbat Experience, Havdalah Under the Stars and much more!

VOLUNTEER FOR DOROT

Volunteer for DOROT by Steven Mandel MD and Les Agisim The Jerusalem Talmud ( Peah 1:1) “Deeds of loving-kindness are equal in weight to all the commandments” May each of you be inspired to give. Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart.” – Elizabeth Andrews In late January, Les Agisim and Dr. Steven Mandel of […]