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Through Project Micah, a first of its kind community organizing effort, Alpert sees a great opportunity to draw more Jews into social justice move- ments and more activists into Jewish life. "Project Micah is about bridging the gap between city and suburbs, so we can make real social change throughout Metro Detroit:' said Andy Levin, vice president of Congregation T'chiyah and president of Lean & Green Michigan. "The time has come to create an avenue for Jews to help drive positive change in the city — Jewishly." T'chiyah, Alpert's synagogue, joined forces with the Harriet Tubman Center to create the first rabbi organizer posi- tion in the country. "We are asking the question: What is possible when your rabbi is with you in synagogue and at the picket line? How will that impact your identity and motivation to live a life committed to Judaism and social justice?" Alpert said. Recently, T'chiyah became the first Jewish organization to join the Metro Coalition of Congregations, a project of Harriet Tubman Center. "Jewish communities have a long history of involvement in social jus- tice" said Rev. Robert Cornwall, MCC President and pastor of Central Woodward Christian Church. "We're thrilled to work together" Alpert said, "I support congregations moving beyond the soup kitchen and becoming a force for systemic change" She added, "I've been getting a great response from Jewish community lead- ers and young Jews living in the city. I'm excited to develop the vision for this project together" T'chiyah is an inclusive, egalitarian, participatory Reconstructionist syna- gogue, with a strong commitment to social justice. Reconstructionism recog- nizes that Judaism changes within the framework of tradition, striving to create a culture that encompasses the legacies of Judaism and contemporary American life. All are invited and welcome to T'chiyah's High Holiday services. No tickets required. For details, go to www.tchiyah.org . Party Planning Expo The annual Joe Cornell Event-Planning EXPO has extended hours this year, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, at the JCC in West Bloomfield. The Expo, which was the brainchild of Joe Cornell President Steve Jasgur and Vice President Rebecca Schlussel, brings together the best vendors in the local event planning industry and offers a free trade show open house for individuals looking for ideas and resources for their next big event. 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