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Depth Study 2 - Judaism

The focus of this study is the contribution of significant people, ideas, practices and ethical teachings to an understanding of Judaism as a living religious tradition. The study of Judaism is to be of the WHOLE tradition where applicable.

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Judaism notes that I used to get a Band 6 in SOR 2. Focus on Holocaust theology, marriage, and environmental ethics.

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Why I’ll Be Observing Passover Differently This Year 

“This is the bread of affliction that our ancestors ate in the land of Egypt. All who are hungry should come and eat, anyone who is in need should come and partake of the Pesach sacrifice.” So begins the Ha Lachma Anya , the declaration that is recited at the beginning of the storytelling section of the Passover Seder. These simple words encapsulate Passover’s biggest messages of justice, hospitality, and memory. They have been said by Jews around the world for millennia. But what do they mean this year?

I was raised in a deeply culturally Jewish home. However, my hippie parents practiced every kind of spirituality but Judaism. When I was seven years old, my family celebrated Passover for the first time. I was enthralled by the tiny bowls of salt water, as well as the strange array of bitter and sweet foods. Then my father stood up and began to tell the Passover story with the words: “All who are hungry come and eat.”

At that moment, I fell in love with Judaism. I loved the drama, sure—but also the underlying message of fairness. My parents never celebrated Passover again, but this one time was enough to form a core memory. Now, every year of my adult life, I lead my own seder. I have been proud to hold up a bumpy square of unleavened bread to symbolically welcome the hungry . With joy, I have taught my child that this is the heart of both Passover and Judaism.

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This year is different. Right now, over 1 million Palestinians are facing starvation and the U.N. has asserted that the Israeli military is intentionally causing this hunger. In the face of this horror, how can I possibly say the words that so inspired me as a child, or teach them to my own child?

“In every generation,” we read at the beginning of the Passover seder, “one is obligated to see oneself as someone who personally went out of slavery in Egypt.” But what does this mean now? After all, the story of the Exodus is thousands of years old. The Hebrew word for Egypt is “ Mitzrayim ,” a narrow place, giving us a clue that the story can be understood as a universal parable for the human experience of oppression. In fact, the 19th century mystic Rabbi Nachman of Bretslav once said : “The Exodus from Mitzrayim occurs in every human being, in every era.” In other words, the seder teaches us how to empathize with human struggles for justice and autonomy in every generation.

Since October 7, the Israeli military has killed over 34,000 Palestinians, including more than 13,000 children. At the same time, approximately 19,000 children have been left orphaned . And more than 1,000 children have lost limbs , leading to the largest cohort of child amputees in history. Meanwhile, more than 100 Israeli hostages may still be left in Gaza, leading their family members to protest on the eve of Passover for the government to prioritize ceasefire negotiations that would bring them home safely.

This horror must end.

As Jews, we have experienced genocide, displacement, and ethnic cleansing, and our own traditions teach us how to protect against it. In the Passover story, the Pharaoh orders all Egyptians to kill first-born Hebrew sons, but the Egyptian midwives engage in an act of civil disobedience and refuse these orders. They risk their own lives to save the Jewish babies. It is this powerful act of solidarity that begins to defeat the Pharoah’s rule.

Solidarity is not just a pretty word, but a powerful tool we need to leverage in this time. As Gazan writer Mohammed El-Kurd says: “Gaza cannot fight the empire on its own. Or, to use an embittered proverb my grandmother used to mutter at the evening news, “They asked the Pharaoh, ‘Who made you a pharaoh?’ He replied, ’No one stopped me.’”

Perhaps most importantly, the story of Passover resistance is told through questions, through curiosity. And throughout the seder, many things are done differently than usual to stimulate this curiosity. My ancestors understood that critical thinking is the enemy of dehumanizing atrocities. It’s not accidental that right now, pro-Palestinian protesters asking crucial questions are being silenced at U.S. campuses across the country , most recently at Columbia where administrators suspended protesting on April 19 and had them arrested. Questioning is what we could not do while we were enslaved under Pharaoh. It’s how we imagine freedom.

This year, when my family gathers for Passover, we will not be celebrating as usual. This year, Passover will be about freedom in Palestine. When it comes time for the meal, instead of handing out gefilte fish, I will be offering my guests the Shulchan Orech pledge; this includes asking them to donate the cost of the meal to UNWRA to help feed people in Gaza, reading writing by Gazan Palestinians, and sending letters to President Joe Biden and congress demanding that they take action to fund UNWRA once again and achieve a permanent ceasefire. This would mean an end to U.S. financial support to the Israeli military, and an end to U.S. support for regional war.

We won’t be saying the words “May all who are hungry come and eat” this year. Instead, we will take time to talk about the harsh realities of enforced starvation with even our youngest guests. And, of course, we will make time for lots of questions.

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In a testament to its commitment to its employees and the community it serves, The University of New Mexico Health system has been named among the 150+ Top Places to Work in Healthcare in 2024 by Becker's Hospital Review. This prestigious accolade underscores the dedication of UNM Health to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment.

“Thanks to all our leaders, employees, students, learners, and volunteers who are working to make a difference, use their creativity and innovation, be mission-focused, work collaboratively, and support one another.”

Doug Ziedonis, MD, MPH, Executive Vice President of UNM Health Sciences and CEO of the UNM Health System, extended his appreciation to all those who contribute to the success of the organization, saying, “Thanks to all our leaders, employees, students, learners, and volunteers who are working to make a difference, use their creativity and innovation, be mission-focused, work collaboratively, and support one another. To all our teams across the UNM Health system - congratulations!”

“Ensuring our team members have competitive benefits packages, feel appreciated and valued in their jobs and have many opportunities to grow and develop is a major priority for us.”

Kate Becker, CEO of UNM Hospital, expressed her gratitude, stating, “We are honored to be included in the Becker’s Hospital Review Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare. Ensuring our team members have competitive benefits packages, feel appreciated and valued in their jobs and have many opportunities to grow and develop is a major priority for us.”

“Our purpose is 'Putting You First to Grow, Learn and Heal' and we couldn’t fulfill that purpose without our incredible team of staff and providers.”

UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center- A Campus of UNM Hospital (SRMC), located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, has also received recognition for its exemplary workplace culture. Jamie Silva-Steele, President of SRMC, highlighted the community-focused ethos of the hospital, stating, “SRMC has been named as a best place to work five of the twelve years it has been opened. We were also named as a Platinum New Mexico Family Friendly Business in 2021. Our purpose is 'Putting You First to Grow, Learn and Heal' and we couldn’t fulfill that purpose without our incredible team of staff and providers.”

Becker's Hospital Review highlighted UNM Health System's commitment to employee well-being and comprehensive benefits package. UNM Health System offers medical, dental, and vision insurance options, health savings accounts, retirement plans, supplemental health plans, legal plans, an employee assistance program, educational opportunities, and more. Employees also enjoy discounts and deals on products and services.

"We value providing respectful cancer care, which includes attracting and retaining a diverse health care workforce of cancer physicians, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and advanced practice providers by offering competitive compensation packages and a beautiful state to live in and thrive in their work."

"As part of the UNM Health System, we are proud to deliver compassionate, equitable and life-saving cancer care to New Mexico's distinctive populations regardless of their ability to pay," says Yolanda Sanchez, PhD, Director and CEO of the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center. "We value providing respectful cancer care, which includes attracting and retaining a diverse health care workforce of cancer physicians, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and advanced practice providers by offering competitive compensation packages and a beautiful state to live in and thrive in their work."

Gary Mlady, MD, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of UNM Medical Group, Inc. (UNMMG), emphasized the familial bond among employees and their dedication to the mission of providing excellent care to the community.

“We understand that in order to provide excellent care to our community, we must invest in and fully support the wellbeing of all Medical Group teammates. We are committed to our teammates and our teammates are dedicated to our mission and vision.”

“We treat our patients and our employees like family because we are family,” Mlady said. “The UNM Medical Group is a proud and vital member of UNM Health. Every UNM Medical Group employee is here because they are dedicated to the health and safety of all New Mexicans, and they are committed to the work of our Health System. We understand that in order to provide excellent care to our community, we must invest in and fully support the wellbeing of all Medical Group teammates. We are committed to our teammates and our teammates are dedicated to our mission and vision.”

UNM Health System’s recognition by Becker's Hospital Review is a testament to its unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to its patients and cultivating a supportive and fulfilling work environment for its employees. As it continues to serve the community with excellence, UNM Health System remains a beacon of health care innovation and compassion in New Mexico.

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