OU.ORG Headlines - Sunday 9/16/01 - 28 Elul 5761
Together with all America, we grieve for those who have
been lost in the enormous tragedy of the destruction of the World Trade Center. Let us resolve
to redouble the intensity of our prayers in this season of penitence, even as
we find avenues of comfort and strength in the familiar themes of the Rosh
Hashanah service.
May God have mercy on us and bring us speedily from disaster to relief, from
darkness to light, from oppression to redemption. Ameyn.
The year 5761—with all its tribulations—comes to a close. May the year 5762
be full of blessings for us, for Israel, for America and for
all the world.
Shana Tovah! |
OU Offices Closed Due to
WTC Disaster
OU Headquarters Offices Reopen
The headquarters offices of the Orthodox Union, located at Eleven Broadway,
a few blocks south of the site of the World Trade Center disaster, have reopened as of Monday, September 17. Telephones and e-mail are operational,
although you may still experience some delays. If you have difficulty contacting us, and your need is immediate, please refer to our Contact List.
(All our offices will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, of course, for
Rosh Hashanah.)
All OU employees should report for work as usual on Thursday morning, September 20.
If You Have Halachic Questions...
If you or someone you know has need of a halachic resource regarding this
calamity, we urge you to seek out your local Orthodox rabbi. If you need a
referral, or have a question you would like us to address, please call the
Rabbinical Council of America at 212.807.7888 or our Department of Synagogue
and Community Services at 212.613.8285.
National Program of Commemoration and Introspection on Hoshana Rabbah
We will announce shortly details of a national program of commemoration and
introspection, sponsored jointly with the Rabbinical Council of America, to
take place in all our synagogues on Sunday evening, October 7, Leil Hoshana
Rabbah, a traditional occasion for Torah study.
Increased Vigilance Called For
The ADL has advised congregations to increase their vigilance during these
troubled times. We suggest that our synagogues be in touch with their local
police departments and inform them of the schedule of services so that they
can provide more visibility. Synagogue leaders should ask congregants not to
gather outside the building during or after services.
 Solidarity
Rally Canceled
Solidarity Rally for
Israel planned for Sunday, September 23, 2001 in New York City has been canceled.
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