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BACK TO ALL CONTENTCreating More Spaces for Diverse Jewish Women
Before joining the MOMentum Yearlong Journey, one of Dr. Tameika Minor’s biggest concerns about the trip was whether or not there would be other participants from diverse backgrounds. But when she arrived in Israel, she was surprised to see many different types of Jewish women, from all different countries, different levels of observance, and different backgrounds.
A community food warrior inspired by tikkun olam
It took a MOMentum Trip in 2013 for Danielle Morris to learn that Judaism has a name for the type of work she’s always been passionate about: tikkun olam, or repairing the world.
Passing the baton
At a time when Jewish families craved stability amid uncertainty, Helen solidified Momentum’s status as a global pillar of inspiration and growth. Now, she’s “passing the baton” to Debbie Hochberg, our incoming Board President!
Remembering Sharon Shenker
A Momentum Community Leader who always found time to support others.
Each Day Is a Gift
It takes a village and a LOT of H.P. (Higher Power).
Backseat Dating Advice
“Imagine you meet a guy at a bar, have a couple of drinks, dance, flirt, and invite him back to your place. Things begin to happen, and in the middle, he stops and says, ‘Can I see your bank returns?’”
The Crown
Elizabeth embodied the concept of “duty,” which is not something we speak of these days, at least not in a positive way. Her duty was her commitment to a moral obligation to lead. It is something we could all use a lot more of.
Herzl's Dream
Judaism without Zionism lasted for 3,500 years. Zionism without Judaism cannot last.
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The Almighty is always sending us messages to help us head the right way, and we need to listen and courageously choose.
Holding on to the Uncertain
As Passover approaches, I think about the exodus of the Jewish people from Egypt, the Ukrainian people’s exodus from their country, and our own exodus from the pandemic and into the unknown.
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