WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO LIVE IN THE POOREST BIG CITY IN AMERICA? How Poverty Affects Everything from Health & Housing to Education & Employment Philadelphia has long been ranked the poorest of the country’s ten most populous cities. Recent reports show that even as most of the country enjoys declining poverty rates and increasing
We offer a high-spirited, action packed monthly musical prayer service for children younger than elementary school, but old enough to walk (or be carried by a willing adult!).
In this weekly prayer service, children take the lead in running the program contributing in whatever way is comfortable for them. Some children lead prayers in English or Hebrew; some prepare Torah readings; even the youngest children participate in a variety of activities that do not require reading knowledge. Any child who wants a leadership
GJC is pleased to offer teen-supervised care for children age 6-12 so that parents can attend the afternoon programming during this special Shabbat.
Each year Germantown Jewish Centre dedicates a Shabbat to celebrating the life and legacy of Ralph Granger, beloved former custodian of GJC and a role model to our community, and rededicating ourselves to advancing race relations. Ralph Granger was well-loved and respected, a Christian African American who was known for his dignity and love for
Join Men's Club as volunteers of all ages and backgrounds meet as a community at JRA’s northeast Philadelphia warehouse (10980 Dutton Road, adjacent to the NE Airport). Volunteers pack over 3000 boxes with fresh produce and non-perishable food, and deliver food and a smile into the homes of those in need. All of these food
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service, including Torah reading when appropriate, on Sunday, Monday, and Thursday mornings throughout the year in the Magil Chapel. The service is led by members in rotation with the Rabbi, and the Rabbi gives a short teaching at the end of each service to
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service, including Torah reading when appropriate, on Sunday, Monday, and Thursday mornings throughout the year in the Magil Chapel. The service is led by members in rotation with the Rabbi, and the Rabbi gives a short teaching at the end of each service to
Join fellow GJC and community members as we observe MLK Day with service and political action. Our annual MLK Day of Service projects will take place on Monday morning, and as in years past, we will be volunteering in the community with organizations in NW Philadelphia. Join thousands of people from across the Philadelphia region who
