September 1, 2014
From Here to Maternity
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Modeled after Taglit-Birthright Israel, the concept was born of a bold vision: to bring Israel home and inspire Jewish continuity in every day family life.
Topic
Missions
September 1, 2014
Honored Community Leaders
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Meet Dr. Richard and Sally Krugel, celebrating 50 years of marriage. Lifelong activists, partners in extraordinary community service. Frequent fliers to Israel. Gracious hosts to new Detroiters. Joyous grandparents of six.
May 1, 2014
Partnership 2Gether
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Talk about Israel in Jewish Detroit an the conversation easily turns to personal experiences and unforgettable moments.
March 1, 2014
NEXTGen World Traveler
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Meet Kelli Saperstein, age 34. Wealth advisor. Community builder. U. of M. alumna; Board Member – Federation’s NEXTGen, Women’s Philanthropy and Jewish Family Service; JDC Mission Leader; Fast runner, going the distance.
February 1, 2014
Federation’s Sweethearts: Meant for Each Other
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Better than JDate? Maybe. For every summer at Tamarack, Detroit mission to Israel, Shabbat dinner at Hillel, NEXTGen Epic event, “graduating” class of interns at a Jewish agency. . . there’s a budding romance.
December 19, 2013
Steps to Leadership
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
An insider’s view of Federation’s work leads to a team-building trip to Israel.
December 1, 2013
True Jewish Detroiter
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Meet Regina I. Colton: 38. Born in Russia. Raised in Detroit. Wayne State U. grad; Dietician by training, nurturing by nature; Women’s Philanthropy Board Member; Jewish Women’s Foundation Trustee; Sleep-deprived mom, still up for night feedings.
August 1, 2013
Meetings of Minds in Israel
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
A mission to build Michigan ties to Israel, organized in part by the Detroit Jewish Federation and the Michigan Business Bridge
June 1, 2013
Mission to Cuba
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
What are the chances of finding a long lost relative in Havanah? Ask Susan Cassels Kamin on a Federation Mission to Cuba.
October 1, 2012
Scenes from the Archives
Vivian Henoch, Editor myJewishDetroit
Following the Days of Awe comes Sukkot, a colorful and joyous celebration, one of the longest festivals of the Jewish calendar.