Darkness and Light: A beacon of hate unites a community and reveals the darkness of politics
A beam of light momentarily turned downtown into a beacon of darkness, as antisemitic actors projected a cross and swastika across the face of the CSX building on Jan. 14. But the actors’ intended goal of hate appeared to have had the opposite effect, as the city of Jacksonville immediately rallied behind its Jewish brothers […]
Local organizations launch campaigns to support Ukraine
Local charities and organizations in Jacksonville have joined the global rally to support the people of Ukraine. Since Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine in February, millions of Ukrainians have fled the country with little more than whatever they could carry — or, in some cases, nothing at all — seeking safety […]
Planned gifts sustain future ministry
Lent, which began on Feb. 17, 2021 and continues until Saturday, April 3, is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. It reminds Christians that Christ allowed himself to suffer the weight of the cross and death out of compassion for others, a powerful example of caring and compassion for all […]
Federation supporters enjoy a Sixties night out
The community was invited to “Come Together” for a night of friends and entertainment by BeatleBeat, Feb. 7, at the Jacksonville Marriott, by the Jewish Federation of Jacksonville for its annual fundraiser. The evening was kicked off with a special reception for the nonprofit’s Impact Donors, Lions of Judah and Major Gifts Donors. Co-chairs for […]
