Being Jewish

Vicky Councilman, a Christian, is an active participant in a Jewish bible class at Temple Emanuel in Greensboro, N.C. Councilman contends the atmosphere in the Jewish class encourages the questioning of the meaning of Torah passages, and Rabbinic interpretations, unlike many Christian bible classes she has attended, in which challenging the pastor's interpretation of biblical passages is frowned upon. Councilman sees the Torah clarifying the teachings of the New Testament, and service as a bridge between Judaism and Christianity.

Ariella Barker is an impassioned advocate against the anti-Israeli Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement and for the disabled. The Gen Xer has been in a wheelchair since age 11. Listen to Ariella explain how her disability and Jewish faith influence her advocacy. 

Genay Peavy followed parallel paths to sobriety and Judaism. Here's her story.

Listen to Jewish Family Services of Greensboro, N.C., Director Betsy Gamburg and Volunteer Coordinator David Frazier discuss the challenges they confront in keeping its food pantry stocked and staffed during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Food donations can be dropped off anytime at the pantry located at the Greensboro Jewish Federation, 5509-C West Friendly Avenue.  Donations can be made through jfsgreensboro.org. Want to volunteer, contact Frazier at (336) 852-4829, extension 227.