Passover is the perfect time for dignifying the liberation of all peoples,  as well as celebrating our history and values as Jews. The Pesach rituals are very important, and as a secular progressive Jew, for me, it is an accompaniment to thinking about what freedom means, collectively and individually, and trying to make changes to incorporate […]

As 2014 progresses so as a global community we are reminded to take note and to become aware of all that is happening in our surrounding communities and global world.  Herewith are some sayings/wisdoms to remind us of wellness and fairness, senses of humour to encourage our own well-being and welfare. ENJOY!  

See article on Coffee Time posted by Philip Todres from link below: http://mapmyway.co.za/coffee-time-hats-off-says-jos-baker/ This week there’s no star-rating, just a hats off to a centre that helps people with special needs achieve dignity and a sense of worth, writes Jos Baker. It’s all about cakes – but cakes with a conscience as well as a […]

Welcome to 2014! At the end of last year there was a flurry of activity! – see photos.  For JCC, 2014 holds promise for more inclusive staff training with employees from diverse sectors of welfare being upskilled further. We again look forward to working with our Herzlia Student Jewish Care, our team of Health Care […]

NELSON MANDELA MEMORIAL SERVICE -GARDENS SHUL CAPE TOWN – MONDAY 9 DECEMBER  2013 – DELIVERED BY REBBETZIN ANN HARRIS Honoured Rabbanim of Cape Town, distinguished guests and community leaders, friends all It is truly an honour to be asked to relate some personal memories of our dear late Madiba as the country and the world […]