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and engaging them in brief
discussion culminating with a
warm Shabbat Shalom wish.
Those who received these
phone calls were grateful and
developed close relationships
with the students.
In 2019, under the same
name, this project expanded
into a seamless, easy-to-use
format using a conference
call line with a pre-record-
ed message that could be
accessed by phone at any
time. This format fits well
for those who do not have
internet access, as almost
everyone has the ability to use
a telephone. My weekly inspi-
rational words are followed
by a warm Jewish melody.
The message continues to
inspire many as they prepare
to usher in their Shabbat and
weekend.
This program has been
especially helpful to older
adults who are more isolated
during the COVID-19
pandemic. The Shabbat
Shalom by Phone greeting
may be someone’
s only Jewish
content for the week.
During the brief pre-
recorded message, listeners
gain comfort and insight.
They enjoy a familiar voice
weaving together current
times with the beauty of the
Torah.
“It is so convenient and
practical to call in and hear
a message of hope and
resilience,” said one of the
callers.
Shabbat Shalom by Phone
is available for all community
members at no cost. For
weekly inspiration, call
Shabbat Shalom by Phone toll
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hear the most recent recorded
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— Rabbi Dovid Polter
JSL Community Chaplaincy and
Outreach Program
Disappointed
I just read the article about
my father, Alan Hurwitz
(“RIP, ‘
Zombie Bandit’
,” July
2, page 46). With all his
children still alive and well,
it is surprising to me that
the author did not reach out
to any of us, as did the New
York Times and the Jewish
Telegraphic Agency. You
left out a lot of informa-
tion. Finally, my mom and
dad divorced 38 years ago,
so to include my mom’
s
wedding announcement and
photograph is just bizarre
and, quite honestly, shoddy
journalism. Had the author
done his homework and
reached out to any of us, he
could have written a much
more accurate and thorough
account of my dad’
s compli-
cated and extraordinary life. I
am disappointed.
— Karen Hoene Hurwitz
Website comment
Editor’
s note: We apologize
to the family of Alan Hurwitz.
The article in question was a
“Looking Back” column, which
explores local history through
the JN archives, which is why
the story included mention of
Alan’
s wedding announcement.
It was not intended as a formal
obituary, but it is true we should
have pursued a proper article, as
well. We have reached out to the
family and hope to tell Alan’
s full
story in an upcoming issue.
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