Jay’s Personal Statement: Speech from Oct. 10th vigil

by | Oct 11, 2023 | Essays

Hello.  I’m Jay Judkowitz, president of Temple Shalom, a Reform congregation in Waterloo.  But, I’m going to speak here personally, not on behalf of the congregation or its board.  It’s a diverse community and I don’t want to put words in anyone’s mouths.  I will...

Solidarity Statement

by | Oct 11, 2023 | Essays, Temple News

On Saturday, October 7th, Hamas launched a massive offensive against Israel.  Hundreds are dead and thousands are injured.  Many hostages have been taken into Gaza.  This is an unprecedented attack that has left us all horrified and heartbroken.  Additionally, this is...