Emanuel Jacob Congregation

05/15/2026

May is Jewish American Heritage Month.

05/15/2026

05/06/2026

https://www.jewbelong.com/guide-to-2026-lag-baomer-songs-celebrations-and-traditions/

Never heard of Lag BaOmer? You’re not alone. Here’s what this joyful Jewish holiday is all about—bonfires, music, and finally getting a haircut.

04/24/2026

Tikkun Leil Shavuot: A Night of Study with URJ Small Congregations
May 21: 8pm-10am Eastern.

Join Emanuel Jacob and other small congregations for a night of learning, connection, and inspiration. You’ll be able to choose from 26 unique sessions exploring Shavuot. We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be a meaningful and energizing experience.
Register for the event today!
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04/22/2026

In 2026, Israel’s Independence Day (Yom Ha'atzmaut) is celebrated from the evening of Tuesday, April 21, to the evening of Wednesday, April 22.

This holiday commemorates the Israeli Declaration of Independence on May 14, 1948. While the historical date is in May, the holiday is observed annually on the 5th of Iyar according to the Hebrew calendar.

The history of Israel’s independence is marked by a transition from British colonial rule to sovereign statehood amidst intense regional conflict. The process formally culminated on May 14, 1948, but its roots and immediate aftermath are defined by three distinct phases:

The British Mandate (1920–1948): Following WWI, Britain administered Palestine under a League of Nations mandate. Over three decades, tensions rose between Jewish and Arab communities due to mass Jewish migration, particularly after the Holocaust.

UN Partition Plan (1947): On November 29, 1947, the UN General Assembly passed Resolution 181, proposing to divide the land into separate Jewish and Arab states, with Jerusalem as an international city. Jewish leadership accepted the plan, while Arab leaders rejected it.

At the time of its founding in 1948, Israel's population was approximately 806,000. By 2026, it is estimated to reach over 10 million.

Israel is a multifaceted nation famous for its profound religious heritage, pioneering technological innovations, and diverse culinary landscape. Known as the "Startup Nation," it has the highest concentration of high-tech companies and startups per capita outside of Silicon Valley.

Israel is the only nation in the world home to three major monotheistic religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—making its landmarks globally significant. 🐾

04/22/2026

The Interfaith Yom HaShoah Holocaust Memorial Service at Emanuel Jacob Congregation was a time to reflect, remember, and pledge NEVER AGAIN.

04/19/2026

With students from 14 Ohio schools in attendance, the speakers at the 46th annual Governor's Holocaust Commemoration April 13 at the Ohio Statehouse had one message to share: Do not

04/19/2026

Please join URJ and ARZA for a Reform Day of Learning -- a North America–wide virtual training designed for this moment. Hear from leading experts, tackle big questions, and connect with peers navigating the complexities of a post–October 7 Jewish world. Sign up here: https://events.urj.org/5oOqLN

A meaningful opportunity to gain clarity, tools, and community, this half-day experience will explore Israel education, Israeli–Palestinian relationships, advocacy, partnerships, and Jewish peoplehood — plus a special conversation with Rachel Goldberg-Polin on her powerful new book When We See You Again.