Quotes from the leaders of the jewish club
"The main goals for the Jewish students/participants, is the sense of 'community' with each other among the student body, and to feel more comfortable and more confident with their Jewish identity. And to share common traditions and activities that strengthen their Jewish Identity." - Rabbi Moshie
"We believe in a pluralistic approach to Judaism. Even though there are many different types of Judaism, the Homestead Jewish Club welcomes all types. We will engage different members from different Jewish backgrounds by adjusting to the needs of all Jewish students. This entails keeping kosher and saying a blessing during meals, but other than that the students are able to participate as much or as little in the Jewish rituals." - Shayna Braunstein
"Our vision for the homestead Jewish club is to watch it grow, and have Jewish teens from homestead become more active in the Jewish community around them, as well as help unite the homestead Jewish students to show that we are all there for each other! We also have high hopes of educating people about the Jewish religion who may not be Jewish or people who are Jewish and don’t know very much about judaism." - Libby Becker
"My hope is that students will become more familiar with their history, and to discover the reasons we do many of the things that we do. Special focus is on Jewish Holidays, like Chanukah Sukkot and Purim, to enjoy learn what we do and how, and to find that the meaning and the fun in all the things that we do. But also to to learn about the more common traditions and practices like kiddush shabbat candles." - Rabbi Moshie
"Non Jewish students are welcome to attend the Jewish Food Club, enjoy the cultural and traditional foods, and learn about the Jewish customs. This helps build understanding, appreciation and respect, even though some of what they discover is very different from what they are used to. In addition by being happy for their fellow students and supporting and (sometimes) encouraging the club, this builds a healthier relationship and makes the participation of the Jewish students in the club easier." - Rabbi Moshie