I'm catching up from Shabbat and the weekend…
For some adult-level thinking about Chanuka, I recommend David Brooks's op-ed last week in the New York Times, and also my podcast.
Another profile in Jewish dedication: The American Jewish World Service is the major Jewish organization working on the ground in the developing world. They are the lead Jewish organization in the coalition to "Save Darfur", they provide grants as well as expert assistance to on-the-ground organizations doing economic development, education, and women's empowerment in developing countries. If you have relevant expertise, they arrange for long-term Peace Corps-style volunteering overseas. They also take groups on shorter experiences working for a week and reflecting from a Jewish angle on what people see there. Consider a year-end gift, or getting on their e-mail contact list — when issues come up before the Congress or administration about justice or development they reach out and mobilize.
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