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chosen as the MoMENtum community discovery, our local MoMENtum be more present and spend more time more joint Shabbat dinners. David
leader. His impressive commitment participants have become steadfast with my family. I’m also more com- Sussman, an IDF member who was
to Federation speaks volumes. Since in wanting to enrich their family life, mitted to being a better husband and one of the group’s tour guides, was the
2008, Josh has served as: dedicate themselves to their religion father. Jewish life at home has taken on speaker at a Federation event in Janu-
‹ Federation board member and support Israel. a new significance.” ary. Josh is busily lining up additional
‹ Federation development campaign Participant Rob Knego finds that Participant Michael Gordon can’t presenters.
co-chair he’s more mindful, saying, “I’ve start- seem to find all the words, saying, “My Whether it’s mothers or fathers,
‹ Co-chair of the National Young ed focusing on my Judaism. Finally, journey was spiritual, emotional and Momentum inspires and empowers
Leadership Cabinet for The Jew- I’ve made an effort to try new things rewarding, but it was so much more. It parents to transform themselves, fami-
ish Federations of North America out of my comfort zone on a daily ba- was a life-changing experience for my lies, communities and the world. And
(JFNA), a prestigious elected po- sis. My family finds me more thought- marriage, my Judaism, my work, my the Federation has availed itself of the
sition overseeing 154 U.S. and ful and patient.” children and my values.” two programs that embody the pride,
Canadian Jewish Federations When Chris reflects on the trip, he Another pervasive theme is learn- respect and love for Jewish tradition
‹ Co-chair of the JFNA Joshua Soci- says that Judaism – especially Torah ing about the spirituality and ethics of and identity. There’s no stopping the
ety, a group of philanthropists who study – has become a daily roadmap Judaism and its importance in life. For “momentum.”
contribute $10,000 or more to their for being more positive. “It’s helped Josh, “They are gifts so we can learn For more information on Federa-
Federation’s annual campaign me create a more nurturing family en- how to be a better person to ourselves, tion’s next MOMentum and MoMEN-
Currently, Josh and Julie comple- vironment. Jill and I use one voice for our family and community.” tum trips, contact Gisele Pintchuck at
ment three other couples as capital family and parenting. And the more To keep the momentum going, the 941.706.0029 or gpintchuck@jfedsrq.
campaign co-chairs overseeing the frequent observance of Shabbat creates group and their families are planning org.
refurbishment of the Federation’s 32- an opportunity to appreciate my fam-
acre campus into The Larry & Mary ily, community and others.”
Julie and Josh Green
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Life. trip, Ryan Ackerman, “This life-chang-
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