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Jewish Community Partners Joins Other Thought and Faith Leaders in Call to Censure Judge Jim Lammey

Criminal Court Judge Jim Lammey caused alarm when he took toFacebook to share an article by Holocaust denier David Cole, which, among othervile sentiments, included Cole’s idea that Jews should “get the f___ over theHolocaust.” Judge Lammey’s April 5 post was only one…

by JCPConnect- May 6, 2019

Arts & Culture, People

Sustaining Culture and Community: The Many Faces of Resistance in the Warsaw Ghetto

This year’s winning entry in Memphis Jewish Federation’s 10th Annual Holocaust Essay contest was written by Nashville resident and Franklin High School 12th Grader Jake Bengelsdorf. He traveled to Memphis to read this essay at Yom HaShoah, which took place Thursday evening.There is one course of action…

by JCPConnect- May 2, 2019

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The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising: Second Place Winner of Memphis Jewish Federation’s 10th Annual Holocaust Essay Competition

This year’s second prize-winning entry in Memphis Jewish Federation’s 10th Annual Holocaust Essay contest was written by Christian Brothers High School 12th Grader Sloan McHugh. The first prize winner will read their eassy at this year’s Yom HaShoah, which will be held Thursday, May 2, 6…

by JCPConnect- April 29, 2019

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Middle School Students Explore ‘the Many Faces of Resistance in the Warsaw Ghetto’ Through Art

By Gila GolderIf you stop by the MemphisJewish Community Center anytime between now and May 5, you’ll be treated to anincredible display of artwork in the lobby, just in front of the Social Hall.The display showcases art from local middle school students who participated in…

by JCPConnect- April 25, 2019

People

The Power of the Collective: Memphis Lions of Judah Recognize Philanthropic Accomplishments

It was an afternoon of recognition and accomplishments, highlighted by the presence of Judy Altenberg, past national women’s philanthropy chair of Jewish Federations of North America. More than 50 Memphis Lions of Judah gathered at the home of Shelley Robbins and Reed Landau to celebrate their collective spirit of…

by JCPConnect- April 23, 2019

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