CSZ Supports Israel

CSZ Supports Israel

Now more than ever Israel needs our support!

We Possess a Voice and a Right to Convey Our Interests to Our Elected Officials

Here are the phone numbers of our elected politicians. In addition to reminding them that Hamas has held hostages without access to the Red Cross, I encourage you to call to remind them that Israel seeks simply for all its citizens – Jews, Muslims, and Christians alike – to live and to prosper in peace and in harmony, in freedom and in safety, for their own benefit and for the benefit of all humanity.

· Senator Debbie Stabenow: 202-224-4822 and 313-961-4330
· Senator Gary Peters: 202-224-6221 and 313-226-6020
· Congresswoman Haley Stevens: 202-225-8171 or 734-853-3040
· Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib: 202-225-5126 or 313-203-7540
· President Joseph Biden: 202-456-1111 or CLICK HERE to email the White House

 


Do you know a soldier fighting for against terrorism?  Add their name to the list of soldiers for whom our daily minyan is praying.


DONATE TO HELP 

Donate to the Hostage and Missing Families Forum.
The initiative, formed by the families of the abductees less than 24 hours after the October 7th attack, offers families holistic medical and emotional support as well as professional assistance, and advances the ongoing efforts locally, regionally and globally, to bring the hostages and the missing back home. Donations are directed towards advancing all necessary efforts through diplomatic, medical and legal channels and towards raising public awareness to the hostage crisis by creating campaigns in Israel and abroad.
https://stories.bringthemhomenow.net/donate

Know the hostages and share their stories to help increase diplomatic efforts and international support to help save them.
https://stories.bringthemhomenow.net/

Buy products from the Hostage and Missing Families Forum to raise awareness.
https://solidarity.bringthemhomenow.net/

Money raised by Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit is going directly to victim support and rebuilding efforts. 

Magen David Adom is at the front line, taking care of the injured under fire. 

FIDF (Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces) are aiding those fighting the battles. FIDF’s Emergency campaign funds are used to care exclusively for the needs of the soldiers and bereaved families, affected by this atrocity.

United Hatzalah is a network of more than 6,500 volunteer medics helping to  save lives by running into the line of fire using specially equipped motorcycle ambulances.

OneFamily assists Israel’s victims of terror and war to receive all of their government benefits, and then we go beyond that by providing a wide variety of holistic therapeutic modalities and events to ensure rehabilitation for the entire family.


OTHER RESOURCES

Write a letter / email to your Congressperson.  CLICK HERE and AIPAC will craft the letter to your national representatives.

United Synagogues of Conservative Judaism (USCJ) has a lot of resources for our use.

Read Rabbi Aaron Starr’s introduction at the Detroit Stands with Israel Event. 

 

Don’t forget to pray for those in need. 

 

Click on the videos below

 

 

Curriculum

Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:  

Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community. 

Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland. 

Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life. 

Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity). 

Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers. 

Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers. 

Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum. 

Staff

We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.