Jewish Refugees taken in across Ukraine
For now it seems that a tentative peace treaty is holding Ukraine. The future of Eastern Ukraine, however, still looks grim. Over the last year and half, over 65 thousand Jews from eastern Ukraine have been forced to flee their homes due to the fighting near their homes. Two entire FJC communities, Lugansk and Donetsk, were […]
INSIDE THE PAGES OF “JEWISH WOMAN”
A Russian Magazine By, For and About Jewish Mothers, Sisters, Daughters and Wives. “It is important to show Jewish women that Judaism is for us”.This, says Chana Gopin, is why she created Jewish Woman – a magazine for Russian speaking Jewish women across the world. Read more at => https://fjc-fsu.org/new_fjc/jewish-revival-march-2015/#women
URIEL STERN: KIEV’S KING OF KOSHER COOKING
Who would figure a jovial observant Jew, to become a Ukrainian reality TV star? But that’s just what Chef Uriel Stern has become… that and more. Known for his appearances on TV food shows, the strictly kosher cook has introduced Jewish cooking to millions of decidedly non-Jewish Ukrainian TV viewers and they’re loving it. The […]
‘Jewish Revival!’ – FJC’s new Magazine-Newsletter
‘Jewish Revival!’ the FJC’s new Magazine Newsletter, features an in-depth interview with internationally renowned Chef Uriel Stern, an update on the refugee crisis in Ukraine, and a look at Jewish Woman Magazine. Make sure to check in each month for fresh and thought provoking articles from the Jewish communities of the FSU => https://fjc-fsu.org/new_fjc/jewish-revival-march-2015/
Will they have Matzah for Passover?
The harsh reality is that in Ukraine, Russia and additional countries across the FSU, the lives of tens of thousands of Jewish families continue to be tragically affected by the war raging in Eastern Ukraine. The sharp collapse of the economy and rise of inflation, none of it their fault, has left the needy needier, struggling to survive. Many have lost […]
Sumy, Ukraine: ‘Purim In The Shtetel’
With a bazaar around the corner from the Synagogue and a regular scene of locals dressed right out of the shtetel, the Jewish community of Sumy, Ukraine wasn’t quite sure how a Purim party themed “in the Shtetl” would actually play out. As the local economy continues to collapse and many people are experiencing difficulties Rabbi Yechiel […]
An Uplifting Purim in Kharkov, Ukraine
With Ukraine still struggling from war in the east and economic collapse throughout the country, Purim came to Kharkov, bringing smiles to the faces of those in the Jewish community. Thousands of people filled seats at the Kharkov circus to hear the reading of the Megillah and enjoy a full program in the true Jewish Purim […]
VI Congress of the FJC of Russia
By: Vestnik.net In Moscow the Jewish Community Center hosted the Sixth Congress of the Federation of Jewish Communities of Russia, which this year celebrates its 15th anniversary. This congress has become the most representative of all time of the organization, as 178 delegates from the cities of Russia gathered. The main topics of the event […]
Russian Jews Note Transformation
Interfax & Vestnikkavkaza Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated participants and guests of the seventh congress of the Federation of Jewish Communities of Russia (FJCR) on the organization’s 15th anniversary, the Kremlin press service reported on Thursday. “The FJCR has gained high authority and recognition both in our country and abroad during these years. Together […]
Moscow hosts new exciting Shabbaton program
The Jewish community of Moscow, known for its inspiring congregation, spiritual leaders, educational institutions, state of the art museum and warm hospitality – has begun a new program calling Jewish youth from across the land to enjoy an inspiring Shabbat weekend. The first youth groups to attend the program were from the cities of Ulyanovsk […]