Messages from Executive Director, Rabbi Paul F. Resnick

Hag Kasher V’Sameach, a Happy and Joyous Passover!

First on a very light note:

 

I make fresh homemade Gefilte Fish every year. It is my mother’s recipe, Norma Fuchs Resnick, z”l. It was passed down from my grandmother.  It always comes out well, and is a relatively simple process.  So here goes. 

Please let me know if you make it…

The North of Israel



 

This is the third video in a three-part series showcasing the impactful organizations our delegation had the privilege to visit. These networks play a crucial role in strengthening the Afula-Gilboa region, a community that has faced ongoing threats from Hezbollah for many years. Their …

JAFI's Work





 

This second video, in a series of three, highlights some of the different organizations our delegation visited. These are networks which do amazing work in the Afula-Gilboa region. Inspiring word in an area of Israel that has been under attack from Hezbollah for many years. 

Keeping Our Community Safe: Security Review at Congregation Adath Israel



On March 11, 2025, Jewish Federation of Western CT Regional Security Advisor (RSA)  Michael Shanbrom, and SCN Regional Director (RD) Mike Butsch, conducted a comprehensive security assessment of Congregation Adath Israel in Newtown, CT. The security assessment was provided by the Jewish F…

Municipalities and Organizations In the Afula Gilboa Region



This first video, in a series of three, highlights some of the different organizations our delegation visited. These are networks which do amazing work in the Afula-Gilboa region. Inspiring word in an area of Israel that has been under attack from Hezbollah for many years.