tikkun olam - repairing the world
Inspired by our ancestors' bravery in the face of injustice and our hope to leave the next generations a promising future, we heed our tradition’s call to seek peace, pursue justice, and care for all of creation. Leading and collaborating in our region, we cultivate relationships of care for our neighbors, fellow Jews, Israel, and all peoples that translate ethical tradition into action. For inquiries: jcogs@jcogs.org
take action
United Community Church of Morrisville Warming Shelter
Monday afternoons from 1-3PM, Serving Hot Soup & Music. Contact Patti Rubin, (patti6036@gmail.com).Raise the Roof Gala supporting the Lamoille Community House
Support the Lamoille Community House year-round homeless shelter in Hyde Park. Email jcogs@jcogs.org to:
- Help with the Raise the Roof Gala (May 3, 2025) silent auction
- Cook with JCOGS community members and delivering food to the shelter
Cooking for and Nourishing Others in the JCOGS Kitchen
Help prepare meals for local shelters and community members in need. We welcome cooks, ingredient donations, food delivery volunteers, and people to share a meal with recipients. Contact Stacy Burnstein at stacyeveburnstein@gmail.com or jcogs@jcogs.org for details.Two Sessions: April 3 at 9:30 and April 22 at 4:30
Chesed: Practicing the Art of Kindness
Help increase our communities' connections to each other through small acts of kindness. Are you able to
- Call or visit a member who has a story to share
- Provide transportation to or from services
- Send an uplifting message or text to a member living alone?
- Be part of starting a JCOGS Healing Circle
- Learn how to offer Reiki as part of a Healing Circle
contact jcogs@jcogs.org
Sorting donations
Gleaning at Salvation Farms
Bringing donations to the food shelf
Making Chesed phone calls
If you are interested in environmental initiatives, contact jcogs@jcogs.org
Check out our LGBTQ+ page and updates
The JCOGS mitzvah garden is a delight for all. It provides fresh food for the kitchen and connection and learning for both children and adults alike.
