From Eisner to Uganda

From Eisner to Uganda

This past summer, Eisner Camp was blessed to have two counselors join us from Uganda: Yonatan and Samuel. Throughout their time with us, they shared many facets of life in their home community of Namatumba, from everyday activities to traditional dances. In getting to...
Shoftim: Pursuing Justice at Camp and Beyond

Shoftim: Pursuing Justice at Camp and Beyond

by Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch, Assistant Director In this week’s Torah portion, Shoftim, we read the words “Tzedek, Tzedek Tirdof” – Justice, justice shall you pursue (Deuteronomy 16:20). The Torah is quite economical in its language – every word is written painstakingly...
My Israel Story: Rob S.

My Israel Story: Rob S.

This is the fifth installment of our “My Israel Story” series. All week, we’ll be sharing personal photos and stories from our staff about their connection to Israel in honor of Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day) and Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day) on May 10-12. We look...
My Israel Story: Josh L.

My Israel Story: Josh L.

This is the first installment of our “My Israel Story” series. All week, we’ll be sharing personal photos and stories from our staff about their connection to Israel in honor of Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day) and Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day) on May 10-12. We look...