We’re approaching Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year — a time of renewal and rejuvenation meant to launch the High Holiday season filled with opportunities for reflection, growth, repentance and joy. We’re watching horrific violence unfold live around the globe, while here at home our government demolishes human rights and freedoms with abandon. As a Jewish leader, as a mother, and as an AJWS staff member, I wonder often about where we go from here. So I wanted to speak to you, face to face (or as close as we can get via this website! I hope my words will resonate with you and help you find meaning and strength during this High Holidays season.