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August 2, 2012
Aug. 15, 2012
Laying the Groundwork for Future Generations
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 For the Sake of the Future, Invest in
a Camper 
URJ Kutz Camp & URJ Camp
Coleman (from the Reform Judaism
blog)
Fred Greene's father was
losing his battle with cancer, and the family's
crippling medical bills made it impossible for them
to give Fred the gift of camp. A
dedicated congregational professional stepped in, found
the money and helped give Fred a
summer that was more life-changing than anyone
could have
anticipated. Read
more »
 From
Jerusalem to Maple Lake: Anat Hoffman Visits
Camp 
URJ Camp George (from
the Reform Judaism
blog)
On a visit to Camp
George, activist Anat Hoffman taught
"Troublemaking 101"—a class on
social action in Israel. While providing a
supportive environment where campers could explore and
challenge their
emotions about the Jewish state, no matter
what they might be, she sparked interest, understanding
and a desire for progress. Read
more »
 Blown Away by
Camp
URJ Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute
(OSRUI)
Religious Action
Center Legislative Director Barbara
Weinstein grew up at Jewish camp, went to Jewish
day school and has been a Jewish community professional
for a decade. But, after just three days at OSRUI,
she was blown away! Find out what the campers learned
from her and what she has learned from
them. Read
more »
 Bubble of
Solace
URJ Jacobs
Camp
While camp may give campers a
break from technology, staff and parents
are dependent on
it. From Bunk1 photos to urgent
emails, technology plays a key role in camp's
operation. So what happens when the
phones and internet go down? Jacobs Director J.C.
Cohen remembers to appreciate life "in the
bubble." Read
more »
 Leaving the Corners: A Report from
the Field
URJ Eisner Camp (from
the Reform Judaism blog)
Who knew you
could study Jewish text while playing in a garden?
Eisner Camp faculty member Rabbi Joel Mosbacher used
hands-on programming to illustrate Mishnah Peah
1:2 and our Jewish obligation to the less
fortunate, sparking debate and excitement among the
campers about performing this very important
mitzvah. Read more »
 Confessions of a Campy
Mom
URJ
Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute
(OSRUI)
There's not a moment
during color war that a camper thinks to him or
herself, "One day I'll be 36 and running errands instead
of... running." When you're 14 years old at summer camp,
you are fully present. You understand that camp is the
definition of the word "utopia." And, you will
later realize, this camp experience is a luxury. Read
more »
 Where is
Home?
URJ Eisner
Camp
Eric Gurvis has three homes. No, he
isn't a multi-millionaire—he's a very
lucky rabbi. Between his family and
congregation in Boston, the peace and renewal of summers
at Eisner Camp, and the inspiration, challenge and
excitement of Israel, Rabbi Gurvis has found three
places that enrich both his life and his
spirituality. Read
more »
 Follow the Journey: Episode
1
NFTY in
Israel
What do
teens really do on a NFTY in Israel trip, other
than hike Masada and try good hummus? Now you can
find out from the teens themselves! Check out the
exclusive first video in our documentary series
featuring teens from Congregation Beth Israel in Austin,
Texas, and stay tuned for more from teens across
the country. Read more »
 Laying the Groundwork for Future
Generations of Jews
Tikkun Olam
& Kesher Birthright (from the
Reform Judaism
blog)
Rabbi Rick Jacobs
recently took a whirlwind trip to Israel, spending time
with our Movement's leaders, teachers, activists and
Israeli officials. Here, the president of the
URJ recounts his experiences with
special regard for Tikkun Olam and Kesher
Birthright participants, who he charged with becoming
his newest advisers. Read
more »
Last week's most
read content in The Clipboard
included youth engagement and a camp prank
gone
good!
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Stories from Around the Web
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