Messages from Executive Director, Rabbi Paul F. Resnick

Marking October 7th: A Community Gathering of Reflection and Awareness

 

This Sunday, October 12, 2025, the Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut hosted a special screening of “October 8”— a powerful documentary exploring the surge of antisemitism that followed the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel.

The film examines how antisemitic narratives spr…

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Jewish Heritage Celebration!

What a day at Dunkin’ Park!

 

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Jewish Heritage Celebration with the Hartford Yard Goats this past Sunday. From the incredible turnout to the warm community spirit, it was a day full of connection, pride, and great baseball.

We’re proud to …

Please Ignore Suspicious Emails

Boker tov.  

 

I am sorry to share this with you but I have been a victim of a phishing scam late last week. I would never send such an email but please be aware of this incident. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you.

 

This is what you might h…

SHALOM SPACE has now come to Temple Shalom in New Milford!

I am pleased to share that SHALOM SPACE has now come to Temple Shalom in New Milford. A special thank you to Rabbi Mark Cohn for helping make this possible. Earlier this week at our most recent gathering, we shared openly about being lovers and supporters of Israel, while also acknowledgin…