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 Wednesday, April 21, 2004 - 30 Nisan 5764

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Rosh Chodesh
Rosh Chodesh Iyar is celebrated on Wednesday, April 21, and Thursday, April 22.

We Mourn...
Rabbi Simon Dolgin, formerly one of America’s most prominent Orthodox congregational rabbis, passed away Sunday night in Jerusalem at the age of 89.

Reserve Now!
The OU National Dinner will take place on May 16 in New York.

Now Make Notes for Pesach 5765!
As we put away the Pesach dishes, many families make notes of things to remember for next year. Here are some real—and some fun—suggestions.

High Risk to Children in Homes Using Liquid Oil Shabbat Lights!
A study in the medical journal Pediatrics shows very high accident rate. Please read and take precautions.

Special Seminar
The Mesorah of Kosher Birds and Animals Conference will take place in Queens, NY, on May 2.  Special Halachic Seudah will place at Levana in NY following the conference. Register now!

Sefirat HaOmer

Remember to Count...
The term "Sefirah" has a specific meaning, and refers to a count of the 49 days between Pesach and Shavuot.


Sign up for the OU Sefirah Reminder Daily email!

Join the Sefirat Ha-Omer mailing list
Email:

 

 


Each day you will receive an email from the OU, reminding you which day of the sefirah to count that evening.

 
Emails are electronically pre-programmed to go out on each of the 49 days of the sefirah.

SAVE A LIFE!
Help save this baby!

Jewish Action
The Spring edition of Jewish Action is now online!

IPA Action Alert
Global Anti-Semitism Review Act of 2004

Orthodox Response to Same-Sex Marriage
Read Rabbi Weinreb's forthright presentation of same-sex marriage in Jewish law and a joint statement from the OU and the RCA.

birthright israel Trips
This summer, birthright israel is offering FREE trips to Israel for students 18-26. Find out more!

Aliyah Assistance
Applications from Nefesh B'Nefesh for Summer 2004 are available.

Double Opportunity!
Pray daily for the welfare of those who are defending Israel and its people, and help relieve the financial distress experienced by many of these soldiers.

NCSY Conduct Policies and Behavioral Standards
Can be read here

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