TELEMtalk

TELEM is about making a difference, and by combining community service with unique Jewish learning and peer reflection, students are given the opportunity to effect real change.

The TELEM blog offers a different perspective of program experiences, and we welcome posts from all of our students, parents, teachers, and community members on what inspires them to get involved in their communities.  To read our latest blog posts please check us out on Jewishboston.com.

One Visit at a Time

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Rabbi Sally Finestone

Rabbi Sally Finestone from Congregation Or Atid shares the experience of her students working with adults with special needs.

Dancing For Life

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Shoshana Czik

TELEM's Program Assistant, Shoshana, shares how a transformative community service experience can create meaningful connections that impact you for the rest of your life.

The Way I Repair the World

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Tova Weinronk

Tova Weinronk, a TELEM participant, shares her experiences as a volunteeer with the JCC literacy program.

TELEM Teens Share their Stories at Limmud, Boston

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Barry Glass

TELEM student participants share their stories and perspectives on service, learning, and volunteering with their Jewish peers.

Resilience and Hope in New Orleans

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Jeremy Burton

Executive Director of the JCRC, Jeremy Burton, shares a meaningful service experience in New Orleans.

Temple Ohabei Shalom at the Dorchester Boys and Gils Club

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Emily

TELEM students from Temple Ohabei Shalom in Brookline read with students at the Dorchester Boys and Girls Club!

Parshat Noach

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Emily

TELEM educator Larisa Klebe delivered the d'var torah for the TELEM Professional Committee Meeting in October. We are excited to share her inspriring insights into parshat Noach!

TELEM Slide Show

Posted on November 15, 2011 by TELEM

Photos of teens volunteering from 2005-2011

a look back on two years of service...

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Trevor

As TELEM wraps up its sixth year of giving back to the Greater Boston community, we're re-visiting some of our favorite student authors. Check out this update from Trevor Haas, who we first met at JCRC's 2010 Annual Meeting.

Taking Action to Make Change

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Jesse

Do you care about social change? What about the development of young leaders? Do you want to cross the barriers of race, class and neighborhood? Then learn more about TELEM Organizing at an ACTION on May 23rd at Temple Israel Boston.

It Takes a Village

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Laura

Blog post by Laura Sutherland, junior at Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, about her experience volunteering on a service immersion trip in New Orleans.

How I Give My Best

Posted on April 27, 2011 by TELEM

B'nai TELEM student reflects on his experience in the program, and how he gives back to the community, giving the best he can.

Acts of Loving Kindness

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Daniel

One B'nai TELEM student discusses why he volunteers, and what kind of impact that has had on him.

Are you hungry for justice?

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Bryanne

Are you hungry for justice? Then take a seat at TELEM and Temple Israel Sharon's Hunger Sedar. Read more in this blog post about this unique and exciting event.

It is not up to you to finish the task, but you are not free to avoid it.

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Miriam Berk

B'nai TELEM Coordinator Miriam Berk talks about what B'nai TELEM means to her synagogue and students, at Temple Reyim in Newton.

Compelled to Serve: What really inspires us to volunteer?

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Emily

Compelled to Serve: What really inspires us to volunteer? B'nai TELEM Coordinator Emily Reichman discusses her personal experience becoming a bat mitzvah, and how that influences here work and passion for B'nai TELEM today.

I may not work miracles, but I do something great: I volunteer.

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Hannah

TELEM student, Hannah Weinronk reflects on her experience in the JCC Teens for Tzedek program, volunteering at the Medford Boys and Girls Club.

Teach me and I may remember. Involve me and I will learn.

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Bryanne

What is service learning, and what does that mean for TELEM?

Welcome to the TELEM Blog!!

Posted on March 3, 2011 by TELEM: Jewish Youth Making a Difference Together

Have you ever done community service wishing you knew more about the people you were working with, their stories, or why your actions were important?