“You shall be in charge of my palace, and all my people are to submit to your orders. Only with respect to the throne will I be greater than you.” — Genesis 41:40
Each week in synagogue, Jews read through the Torah from Genesis to Deuteronomy. The Torah portion for this week is Miketz, which means “at the end,” from Genesis 41:1–44:17.
Recently, I spoke with a friend going through an extremely difficult time, yet still manages to go on with her life with remarkable faith and grace. When I mentioned how extraordinary I thought she was, she told me the secret to her resilience. She said, “Every day I tell myself that I just have to make it through this day, because tomorrow God can make everything better. I tell myself this every day and every day I believe it.”
Hanukkah, also known as “The Festival of Lights”, is one of the most joyous holidays on the Jewish calendar. This month, you will learn words and phrases related to Hanukkah when you visit our Fellowship library.
Hanukkah is one of the most joyous festivals of the Jewish calendar. Learn more about this celebration of God’s wondrous miracles and the many important lessons Hanukkah has for both Christians and Jews.
Since 1983, various stories of destitute Jewish people, whose names and photos may have been changed for privacy and security have been used to bless Israel and her people. Through these retellings, generous friends like you have helped feed, clothe, and shelter as well as provide medical care and heating for tens of thousands of those who struggle greatly.
