Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker needs to suspend his job search for a new pulpit. Instead, he must find a literary agent – if none of them have found him yet – and publish a book recounting his background and the 11 hours that Malik Faisal Akram held him hostage at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas on January 15.
Read More »JCRC Welcomes Introduction of HB22-1077: Colorado Nonprofit Security Grant Program
The bill establishes a state-level grant program designed to enable houses of worship of any denomination, community gathering spaces, and all nonprofit organizations to complete capital projects that will serve to protect those using their facilities.
Read More »Letter: From Kishinev to Colleyville
Is it just a coincidence that year in and year out "The Protocols of the Elders of Zion," a forgery about Jewish power, remains a best seller in Muslim bookstores throughout the world?
Read More »Jewish National Fund-USA Welcomes New Boulder Campaign Executive
JNF-USA leadership are excited to welcome Abigail Mendel as the new JNF-USA Campaign Executive for the Mountain States regions.
Read More »Watch “Responding to Antisemitism: An Interfaith Call to Action”
Community, government, and faith leaders in Colorado took part in a virtual event, Responding to Antisemitism: An Interfaith Call to Action, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. See the event recording here.
Read More »Column: As He Worshipped Guns, Texas Gov Prayed for Colleyville Hostages
What a relief that pro-gun advocates routinely offer prayers whenever innocent people are threatened with or harmed by firearms. Abbott maintained the pattern as we worried what would become of the four hostages at Congregation Beth Israel.
Read More »How Zionists Helped Defeat Segregation in Baltimore
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day this year will be commemorated just before the 75th anniversary of a remarkable but little-known campaign by American Zionists and African-Americans that helped defeat racial segregation in Baltimore.
Read More »Column: The President’s Speech: Stammering on Israel-bashing Allies
“Are we going to be a nation that lives not by the light of the truth but in the shadow of lies?” The forceful, stammer-free President’s Speech launched the 10-month election cycle to remove the Republican “dagger held at the throat of America” – while enabling political allies who persist in vilifying American Jews.
Read More »Letter: Dr. King’s Pro-Israel & Pro-Zionist Legacy
As the celebration of Martin Luther King Day approaches, it is important to remember Dr. King's strong support of Israel and Zionism.
Read More »Worldwide Support for Fire Victims through JEWISHcolorado
Before the flames were doused, the state, national, and international community responded with an outpouring of support to help fire victims in Boulder.
Read More »Birthright Israel & Onward Israel Merge, Strengthening Jewish Diaspora Ties with Israel
Birthright Israel, the largest educational tourism organization in the world, and Onward Israel, the leading provider of mid-length immersive experiences for young adults in Israel, have merged.
Read More »Prayers for a New Year
These things--the power that gives me water and warmth, the cup of tea, the big snowfall, the safety--may I never take for granted.
Read More »Column: BBC Gets It Wrong – Again (and Again)
Across the pond, Jewish leaders are protesting the BBC’s news coverage of an incident in which pro-Palestinian advocates threatened Jewish bus passengers in London.
Read More »JFS Offering Funds, Counseling for Those Affected by Marshall Fire; Har HaShem Sponsoring Insurance Seminars
The Boulder JCC is listening to the needs of our community and the desire to help. We are working with our community partners to identify the support we can provide. We have prepared and are continuously updating a list of resources for those impacted and for those who want to help.
Read More »The CU Boulder Program in Jewish Studies Receives a $250,000 Grant from the Henry Luce Foundation
The University of Colorado Program in Jewish Studies is excited to announce a $250,000 grant from the Henry Luce Foundation to launch a new initiative, in partnership with the University Libraries, entitled Jews of Color: Histories and Futures. Dr. Samira Mehta will serve as Principal Investigator.
Read More »Message from Ramat Negev to Boulder County
"As we follow the sad events as thousands are evacuating, homes destroyed, and businesses damaged, our heart pours out to you all."
Read More »Hurricane-Force Winds Drive Fire Storm Through Superior and Louisville; Hundreds of Homes Destroyed
At least 580 homes have been destroyed in Superior and Louisville as of late Thursday afternoon, but no exact accounting can be made until Friday at the earliest. Tens of thousands of residents of Superior, Louisville and Broomfield had to be evacuated with little notice.
Read More »JEWISHcolorado, Community Foundation Boulder County Open Fire Relief Funds; Boulder JCC Opens Doors Friday for Victims, Volunteers
JEWISHcolorado has opened a Colorado donation mailbox to ensure that contributions flow to those most impacted from the devastating Marshall Fire in Boulder and Jefferson counties. 100% of contributions go to relief efforts, including those beyond the Jewish community. “We are working to support our community in need, and we …
Read More »Column: Hamas To Be, or Not To Be
A few Hamas leaders fully expect Israel’s downfall, yet Israel may not want to dislodge Hamas from its perch in Gaza. That is due to the equally firm expectation Hamas will be replaced by something worse.
Read More »Oppenheimer to Speak at JEWISHcolorado Date with the State
The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), a program of JEWISHcolorado, is pleased to announce the 2022 Date with the State will take place on Wednesday, January 19, at the Consistory at the State Capitol in Denver.
Read More »It’s Time for Some “Moonshot” Philanthropy
“Philanthropy should be taking much bigger risks than business,” said philanthropist Bill Gates. “If these are easy problems, business and government can come in and solve them.”
Read More »Column: Blame Manchin? Our Political System Must Be Built Back Better
Instead of blaming Sen. Jon Manchin III for the uncertain status of the Build Back Better bill, perhaps we should direct our wrath at the ghost of William Paterson. New Jersey’s one-time governor might well be disgusted with himself if he was alive to witness the suspension of the $1.7 trillion social policy legislation.
Read More »What Makes “A Wonderful Life?”
Many films of magical realism appear this time of year, across many cultures. One perennial favorite is Frank Capra’s ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ which first appeared when I was only three years old. I was determined to figure out why it became so popular and what could be a Torah connection.
Read More »JEWISHcolorado & Federation Honor Jackie Sprinces Wong with Kipnis Award
“This is my bling.” Jackie Sprinces Wong is referring to all of the nametags and trip credentials she’s saved from 13 Federation missions to Israel, numerous trips to Jewish communities around the world, and 19 of the past 20 annual Jewish Federation of North America (JFNA) Lion of Judah conferences.
Read More »Longmont Shabbat Group Consecrates First Jewish Cemetery in Longmont
On October 24, 2021, we held the Rabbinic Consecration Ceremony for the new Jewish section of Foothills Gardens of Memory cemetery.
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