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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,
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