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SUMMARY:Purim Mitzvot
DESCRIPTION:Jewish tradition teaches: Mishenichnas Adar Marbim B’Simcha – When the Hebrew month of Adar arrives, we should increase our joy (Babylonian Talmud Ta’anit 29). And it is by celebrating our upcoming festival of Purim that we find ways to add to our communal sense of joy and happiness in this month.\nWhile Purim’s festivities typically include costumes and carnivals, there are also four main mitzvot that we are asked to perform:\n\nThe Reading of the Megillah (Mikra Megillah)\nThe Festive Purim Meal (Seudat Purim)\nSending Gifts (Mishloach Manot)\nGifts to those in need (Matanot l’Evyonim)\n\nOnce again, we find ourselves in desperate need of a holiday focusing on joy and fun.  And yet, at the same time, we remain intensely aware of how many individuals and families are in need during the holiday season.\nThis summer, our community collected thousands of dollars’ worth of school supplies to benefit Camden students in need. This collection was a partnership between the Kol Ami Social Action Committee and the Interfaith Homeless Outreach Council (IHOC).\nWe are excited to continue our partnership with IHOC by supporting their newest initiative, Serenity House. Located at 802 Haddon Avenue in Haddon Heights, Serenity House will be a game changer for IHOC and their homeless guests as they strive to move into permanent housing and become self-sufficient. They will be able to provide housing for nine homeless men, accommodate any guest who is disabled, have a meeting for group meetings and workshops, plus have more space for eating, dining, and socializing.\nBy supporting Serenity House, Kol Ami is fulfilling the Purim Mitzvah of Matanot L’Evyonim, giving to those in need. You can read more about Serenity House HERE.\nPlease click HERE if you would like to donate beyond what we as a synagogue community have already pledged on behalf of all of our member-families. \nWe wish you a sweet and joyful Purim. And we look forward to celebrating with you on:\nMarch 9: Purim Carnival – Purchase Tickets or Become a Sponsor.\nMarch 13: Purim Dinner, “Disservice,” and Shpiel – Register HERE\nChag Sameach!\nRabbi Jennifer L. Frenkel\nSenior Rabbi \nEric Hurwitz\nPresident\n
URL:https://www.kolaminj.org/events/purimmitzvot2025/
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