At the Jewish Alliance, we are always looking for ways to better live into our mission, collaborate with other agencies, and make not just our Jewish community, but our entire Rhode Island community, stronger and more vibrant. And like so many of you, we are concerned about the future of our planet. For the last […]
From the Board of Rabbis of Greater Rhode Island and Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island: The Rhode Island Jewish Community prays for the victims of last night’s horrific anti-Semitic attack in Monsey, NY, at a Hanukkah celebration — and for all of the victims of recent anti-Semitic attacks in the New York area this […]
The work done by the Jewish Alliance touches lives locally and across the globe. Our new blog series, Get to Know Us, is intended to highlight that work and give you a glimpse into the people behind it…we hope you enjoy learning a bit more about who we are and what we do! When I […]
The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island stands with the citizens of Israel as they endure a second straight day of rocket attacks from Gaza. The attacks have been ongoing since an Israeli military strike on a senior leader of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza. Israeli news outlets are reporting that a ceasefire may […]
The Jewish Alliance seeks your input as we build plans for a stronger more vibrant Jewish future. As we begin our next strategic planning process, we want to hear from you — greater Rhode Island’s Jewish community. Your feedback will help us to better understand the challenges facing our community, and the hopes we all […]
Dear Friend, As we transition to autumn, there is a sense of renewal in the air. The last week has signified the beginning of a new school year and the return to familiar routines, and in the next few weeks, preparations for Rosh Hashanah and the New Year — allowing us to reflect on the past […]
A joint statement in support of Pride Month From the Board of Rabbis of Greater Rhode Island and Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island PROVIDENCE, June 6, 2019 —The month of June is observed as Pride Month in memory of the Stonewall Uprising in New York City on June 28, 1969. In that event, members […]
Dear Friend: Last weekend was supposed to be a joyous one. Although the end of Passover should have been full of happiness, yet another shooting at a Jewish house of worship took that from us. As I learned about the victims, my heart fell further. At the Alliance, we immediately began thinking about the safety […]
Passover begins this evening, and Jews across the world will gather around Seder tables to tell the story of our exodus from Egypt. I am always amazed at how relevant that retelling is each year, and how its teachings parallel events in the present day. The plight of the Jewish people makes me think of […]
A Vigil of Solidarity for the recently desecrated Hebrew Cemetery in Fall River will take place on Tuesday, March 26 at 5:30pm at the cemetery, located at 73 McMahon St., Fall River. The vigil will be led by Rabbi Mark Elber and Cantor Shoshanna Brown. Those in attendance will include members of the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities as well as […]
