May the miracle of Hanukkah remind us that faith in action can change the world
for the better.
Dear John,
Each night during Hanukkah, we ignite the shamash – the helper candle – that then shares its light with each of the other
candles, increasing in light with each passing day. As we bask in the glow of
these flames, we remember that we, too, can be the shamash .
With nearly 80 million people forcibly displaced around the world, each of us
can raise our voice in support of refugees and asylum seekers, inspiring others
to join us in the effort to make sure that everyone has a safe place to call
home. When we educate ourselves about the global refugee crisis, we shine the
light of justice. When we volunteer to help refugees and asylum seekers
acclimate to their new homes, we shine the light of justice. When we advocate
for fairer policies for those experiencing violence and persecution because of
who they are, we shine the light of justice. We shine brightest when we take
action together, and we have the power to inspire others to do the same.
May the miracle of Hanukkah remind us that no dream is too big and that faith in
action can change the world for the better. Together, let’s be the shamash – let’s be the helper.
Wishing you a light-filled Hanukkah,
Rabbi Rachel Grant Meyer
Rabbi-in-Residence
P.S. Don’t miss the first National Jews for Refugees Assembly
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joined by actor and activist Mandy Patinkin , refugee advocate Teklit Michael , and award-winning musician Shira Kline . Bring your hanukkiyah and some candles and join us
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