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News in Brief Oct. 28, 2020

JFCS sees increased emergency aid requests; MJCC expands after-school options; Abraham Accords topic for Israel360; Educators program looks at racism; PJA launches Junior Garden Club; TechfestNW goes virtual; and AJC surveys compare Jewish and public views of anti-Semitism.

OJMCHE noon talks explore moral leadership and Germany's lessons

In an effort to address current issues of importance to the world, the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education has created a series of noon programs on Zoom for the fall and winter. The next two programs are “What is Moral Leadership?” on Oct. 29 and “What America Can L…

Guest Column: Help teens in hard times

As a side effect of living through a pandemic, many of today’s teens are struggling with their mental health. But parents can help if they know how to "be there" for their teen. 

Teen Corner: Tikkun olam in a pandemic

COVID restrictions have made it impossible to aid the vulnerable with normal volunteer projects, but  eighth-grader Gautam Josse has found a way to help.

Chaplain's Corner: Election stress and gratitude

A recent survey said 56 percent of American's surveyed identified the 2020 election as a significant stressor and source of anxiety. When election stress gets overwhelming, I reflect on the power of gratitude.